7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb via Machame Route

7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb via Machame Route

Offered by: USD Safaris & Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 7 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Machame Route
Experience the thrilling ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route, a 7-day guided trek offering breathtaking landscapes and a rewarding summit attempt. This package includes professional guiding, camping accommodations, and all necessary trek support for a safe and memorable climb.

Route

Start Machame Route (Day 1)
Day 2 Trek to Shira Camp
Day 3 Trek to Barranco Camp
Day 4 Barranco Wall and Karanga Camp
Day 5 Summit Day: Barafu to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Mweka Camp
Day 6 Descent to Mweka Gate and Transfer
Day 7 Departure
End Machame Route

Tour Features

Day 1: Arrival and trek to Machame Camp Day 2: Trek through rainforest to Shira Camp Day 3: Ascend to Barranco Camp Day 4: Reach Karanga Camp via the Barranco Wall Day 5: Summit day via the Western Breach, descend to Mweka Camp Day 6: Trek down to Mweka Gate and transfer back Day 7: Departure

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Machame Route
  • Duration: 7 Days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Machame Camp
Lunch, Dinner
2
Shira Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
3
Barranco Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4
Karanga Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5
Mweka Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6
None
Breakfast, Lunch
7
None
Breakfast

Day by Day

Day 1 Arrival and Trek to Machame Camp
Afternoon 🏨Machame Camp 🍽Lunch, Dinner
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Machame Gate for registration. Begin trek through rainforest to Machame Camp (1,830m). Settle into camp and rest.
Day 2 Trek to Shira Camp
Full day 🏨Shira Camp 🍽Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek from Machame Camp through the rainforest to Shira Camp (3,505m), experiencing scenic views and changing vegetation.
Day 3 Trek to Barranco Camp
Full day 🏨Barranco Camp 🍽Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m) passing the alpine desert zone, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,950m) for an acclimatization rest.
Day 4 Barranco Wall and Karanga Camp
Full day 🏨Karanga Camp 🍽Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Climb the Barranco Wall then continue across alpine desert to Karanga Camp (4,035m). Prepare for summit push over next days.
Day 5 Summit Day: Barafu to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Mweka Camp
Full day 🏨Mweka Camp 🍽Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin early ascent from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,640m), followed by summit attempt via Western Breach to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for overnight rest.
Day 6 Descent to Mweka Gate and Transfer
Morning / Afternoon 🏨None 🍽Breakfast, Lunch
Trek down from Mweka Camp through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Transfer to Moshi town or airport for onward travel arrangements.
Day 7 Departure
Morning 🏨None 🍽Breakfast
Final day for departures or optional extensions. Transport to Kilimanjaro International Airport or continue travel in Tanzania.

Rates

From: $2,490 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

No upcoming group dates found in database (group_climbs).

Inclusions

Included
  • Professional mountain guides and porters
  • Camping accommodation on trek
  • All meals during the trek
  • Park and rescue fees
  • Trekking permits and conservation fees
  • Transfer from gate to camp and back
  • Comprehensive briefing and gear support

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Personal climbing equipment rentals
  • Beverages and snacks outside of meals
  • Hotel accommodation before or after the trek
  • Visa fees and vaccinations

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Machame Route

End: Machame Route

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safaris & Tours
USD Safaris & Tours
4.9/5 • 1600 reviews