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8 Days Hike Machame Route

8 Days
A 8-day itinerary.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Arrival in Arusha / Moshi

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a pre-climb briefing and gear check with your mountain guide. Rest and prepare for your hiking adventure.Meal Plan: Bed & BreakfastAccommodation: Hotel in Moshi / Arusha

  • Day
    02

    Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)

    Trek Time: 5–7 hoursAfter breakfast, drive to Machame Gate for registration and meet your crew of guides and porters. Begin your hike through the lush montane rainforest, where you may spot blue monkeys and exotic birds.Arrive at Machame Camp, situated just above the forest zone.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Machame Camp

  • Day
    03

    Machame Camp (3,000m) – Shira Camp (3,840m)

    Trek Time: 4–6 hoursToday’s trek takes you out of the forest and into the moorland zone. The trail climbs steadily, revealing dramatic views of Shira Ridge and Kibo Peak. Reach Shira Camp, located on a beautiful plateau, and enjoy an evening above the clouds.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Shira Camp

  • Day
    04

    Shira Camp (3,840m) – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,950m)

    Trek Time: 6–8 hoursA key acclimatization day. You’ll ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m) for lunch, then descend through the scenic valley to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” approach greatly aids in acclimatization.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Barranco Camp

  • Day
    05

    Barranco Camp (3,950m) – Karanga Camp (4,035m)

    Trek Time: 4–5 hoursStart with the thrilling Barranco Wall climb — a highlight of the route! The path zigzags up the rock face with rewarding views. Continue through alpine desert landscapes to Karanga Camp, perched between valleys below Kibo Peak.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Karanga Camp

  • Day
    06

    Karanga Camp (4,035m) – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

    Trek Time: 3–4 hoursA short but steep hike brings you to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit push. Rest, eat, and prepare your gear for the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Barafu Camp

  • Day
    07

    Barafu Camp (4,640m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

    Trek Time: 10–14 hours totalSummit Day! Start your climb around midnight under a sky full of stars. Ascend steadily to Stella Point (5,756m) and continue along the crater rim to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa!Enjoy your moment at the top before descending to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest.Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Mweka Camp

  • Day
    08

    Mweka Camp (3,100m) – Mweka Gate (1,640m) – Departure

    Trek Time: 3–4 hoursAfter breakfast, descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificate. Drive back to Moshi or Arusha for a hot shower and relaxation, or continue your adventure with a Tanzania safari or Zanzibar extension.Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

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