You'll spend your first and last nights in a twin-share room at the Kili Wonder Hotel just 4km from Moshi Town and 40km from the airport. This 4-star boutique hotel has an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy an international breakfast and an a la carte dinner, or if you prefer something a little more casual, there’s also the 4th-floor Summit Bar which offers pizza and flame-grilled BBQ with stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Rooms are modern and comfortable with en-suite bathroom and free WiFi.

Moishi town

During the trek, you will camp at a number of sites along the Machame route in a twin-share tent.

Machame Route

You'll spend your first and last nights in a twin-share room at the Kili Wonder Hotel just 4km from Moshi Town and 40km from the airport. This 4-star boutique hotel has an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy an international breakfast and an a la carte dinner, or if you prefer something a little more casual, there’s also the 4th-floor Summit Bar which offers pizza and flame-grilled BBQ with stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Rooms are modern and comfortable with en-suite bathroom and free WiFi.

During the trek, you will camp at a number of sites along the Machame route in a twin-share tent.

Cancel up to 31 days before departure and we'll transfer your deposit into credit for a future booking.

Transferrable Deposits

Free date changes up to 31 days before departure.

Free Date Changes

All you need is a reasonable level of fitness and a prepared and determined mindset

Throughout your trip, a team of experienced chefs will cook and serve you nutritious meals. Breakfast will usually be some combination of fruit, cereal, porridge, eggs, bread, French toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Lunch will be a mix of vegetables, fruit, boiled egg, meat cutlets, various sandwich options (egg/ cheese/tomato/tuna/meat/peanut butter), macaroni and meat sauce and bread. Dinner, meanwhile, will usually consist of soup, bread, salads, rice, pasta, potatoes, roast or fried chicken, beef or fish, curry, mixed vegetables, lentils, fruit salad and fruit with custard. On summit night, you’ll enjoy a midnight snack with juice, soup, hot chocolate, tea or coffee and biscuits, and when you return to base camp, a nice meal will be waiting as a reward all your hard work. If you have any special dietary requests, let your host know in advance and they will do their best to accommodate them.

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m) via The Machame Route

Mount Kilimanjaro via The Machame Route

View over the Tanazanian Plains from Mount Kilimanjaro 

Barranco Wall, on the Machame Route up Mount Kilimanjaro

Your adventure begins at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) where your driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals area. Alternatively, if you’re already in Tanzania, your host can arrange a pick-up from any point upon request (not included). Your adventure ends with another overnight stay at the Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi. From here you may decide to continue your adventure in Tanzania or ask your host to arrange a private airport transfer for any flight departing that day. The airport transfer takes around 2 hours.

Local, certified guide and support team

Guides

6 nights camping and 2 nights in a hotel

Accommodation

Meals

To and from the airport and everything in-between

Transfers

Fair and sustainable wages paid to all the cooks and porters

Porterage

Permits

To and from the airport and everything in-between

Fair and sustainable wages paid to all the cooks and porters

Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your accommodation at the Kili Wonder Hotel where your guide will be waiting for you. After a briefing and equipment check, you can retire for an early night ready for tomorrow’s adventure.

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route 

View of Kilimanjaro from Moshi town 

Tanzania!

Day 1

Take a 45-minute drive through the mountain village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate where your ascent will begin. Hike through the rainforest and along windy trails and learn about the local wildlife. Have your gaiters and trekking poles at the ready as the trail can be muddy and slippery at the lower elevations. Reach your campsite, settle in and enjoy your first night on the trek.

Machame Camp with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro 

Machame Gate

Day 2

Leave the rainforest behind you and take the ascending path through the valley and along a steep rocky ridge. From here, the route turns west into a river gorge which you will follow all the way up to Shira Camp (3847m). Drop off your daypack and climb the slope above camp for a clear view over the surrounding plateau and the alpine landscape that awaits you next.

Shira Camp on the Macheme Route up Mount Kilimanjaro 

Shira Camp

Day 3

Spend the day acclimatising as you explore the Shira Plateau. Continue east towards Kibo’s glaciered peak, then south-east towards the lava tower known as the Sharks Tooth (4650m) and then descend slightly to your overnight camp at Barranco ready for dinner and a good night’s rest.

Shira Plateau on the Machame trail up Mount Kilimanjaro 

Kilimanjaro Machame Route and Safari

Barranco Camp

Day 4

Another important acclimatisation and contingency day to boost your chances of summit success. After breakfast, follow a steep ridge to the base of the Barranco Wall. This is a challenge both physically and mentally as the wall appears higher than its 257m and slow and deliberate steps are the trick to an easier scramble to the top (most hikers find it easier than anticipated - so fear not!). At the top, look out over the Heim Glacier and then wind up and down the Karanga Valley to reach your base for the night.

Karanga Camp

Day 5

Follow a short but steep trail through alpine forest and ever-thinning air to Barafu Camp – your last stop before summit day. 'Barafu' means ice in Swahili and this camp is located on a rocky and exposed ridge. Have an early dinner, get yourself ready for the summit push in the morning and get some sleep. Nearly there!

Barafu Camp on the Machame Route up Mount Kilimanjaro 

Barafu Camp

Day 6

Set off at 02:00 and begin the most physically and mentally challenging part of the trek. Ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim, followed by a snowy ascent to Uhuru Peak (5895m) - the highest point on Mt. Kilimanjaro and possibly your greatest trekking accomplishment. After a rest and photographs, descend over terrain forged by volcanic ash to Mweka Camp.

Summit day

Day 7

Continue your descent to the Mweka Park Gate. The weather here will be significantly warmer making the terrain wet and muddy so have your gaiters and trekking poles handy. When you reach the park gate, you’ll be rewarded with your summit certificate before driving back to your hotel in Mochi where you can enjoy a hot shower and celebrate the end of your adventure.

Return to Moshi

Day 8

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast to mark the end of a remarkable trip and then head back to the airport or continue your adventure in Tanzania.

Giraffe in the bush, and the Kilimanjaro mountain


Time to head home

Day 9

Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your accommodation at the Kili Wonder Hotel where your guide will be waiting for you. After a briefing and equipment check, you can retire for an early night ready for tomorrow’s adventure.

Take a 45-minute drive through the mountain village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate where your ascent will begin. Hike through the rainforest and along windy trails and learn about the local wildlife. Have your gaiters and trekking poles at the ready as the trail can be muddy and slippery at the lower elevations. Reach your campsite, settle in and enjoy your first night on the trek.

Leave the rainforest behind you and take the ascending path through the valley and along a steep rocky ridge. From here, the route turns west into a river gorge which you will follow all the way up to Shira Camp (3847m). Drop off your daypack and climb the slope above camp for a clear view over the surrounding plateau and the alpine landscape that awaits you next.

Spend the day acclimatising as you explore the Shira Plateau. Continue east towards Kibo’s glaciered peak, then south-east towards the lava tower known as the Sharks Tooth (4650m) and then descend slightly to your overnight camp at Barranco ready for dinner and a good night’s rest.


Another important acclimatisation and contingency day to boost your chances of summit success. After breakfast, follow a steep ridge to the base of the Barranco Wall. This is a challenge both physically and mentally as the wall appears higher than its 257m and slow and deliberate steps are the trick to an easier scramble to the top (most hikers find it easier than anticipated - so fear not!). At the top, look out over the Heim Glacier and then wind up and down the Karanga Valley to reach your base for the night.

Follow a short but steep trail through alpine forest and ever-thinning air to Barafu Camp – your last stop before summit day. 'Barafu' means ice in Swahili and this camp is located on a rocky and exposed ridge. Have an early dinner, get yourself ready for the summit push in the morning and get some sleep. Nearly there!

Set off at 02:00 and begin the most physically and mentally challenging part of the trek. Ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim, followed by a snowy ascent to Uhuru Peak (5895m) - the highest point on Mt. Kilimanjaro and possibly your greatest trekking accomplishment. After a rest and photographs, descend over terrain forged by volcanic ash to Mweka Camp.


Continue your descent to the Mweka Park Gate. The weather here will be significantly warmer making the terrain wet and muddy so have your gaiters and trekking poles handy. When you reach the park gate, you’ll be rewarded with your summit certificate before driving back to your hotel in Mochi where you can enjoy a hot shower and celebrate the end of your adventure.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast to mark the end of a remarkable trip and then head back to the airport or continue your adventure in Tanzania.

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Manyara Treetop Walkway

Bike Tour through Mto Wa Mbu Village - 2h

Bike Tour through Mto Wa Mbu & Great Rift Village - 3h

Guided Local Walk through Mto Wa Mbu Village

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Safari over Serengeti

Waterproof cover for day pack

Waterproof cover for duffle bag

Day pack

Duffel bag (for porters to carry)

Water camel pack

Head torch

Walking poles

Sleeping bag

Poncho

Gaiters

Hiking boots

Thick ski gloves

Thin glove liners

Sunglasses

Heavey fleece jacket

Light fleece jacket

Windbreaker / Ski trousers

Walking trousers

Waterproof pants

Fleece pants

Optional Private Room Upgrade

Spread the cost with as many payments as you need. 

25% deposit to secure your spot

Change your trip date up to 60 days before departure.

Flexible Date Changes

Hike the most scenic route to the summit of Africa’s highest peak.

Climb to the summit that's on every adventurer’s hit-list – the 5895m peak of Mount Kilimanjaro

Trek through forest, moorland and beneath glaciated precipices

Surround yourself with a backdrop of endless scenic vistas on a trail that offers a better chance of success than most other routes

Climb to the summit that's on every adventurer’s hit-list – the 5895m peak of Mount Kilimanjaro


Trek through forest, moorland and beneath glaciated precipices


Surround yourself with a backdrop of endless scenic vistas on a trail that offers a better chance of success than most other routes

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m) via The Machame Route

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m) via The Machame Route

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Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m) via The Machame Route

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m) via The Machame Route

DURATION

LOCATION

ANNUAL LEAVE

SEASON

GROUP SIZE

MEETING POINT

ACCOMMODATION

DIFFICULTY

Similar Trips

PROPERADVENTURES

EXPERT LOCALGUIDES

HASSLEFREE

SMALL GROUPSOF GOOD PEOPLE

PROPER
ADVENTURES

EXPERT LOCAL
GUIDES

HASSLE
FREE

SMALL GROUPS
OF GOOD PEOPLE