7-Day Kilimanjaro Climb · Machame Route

Welcome to Tanzania. Met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your lodge in Moshi. Gear check and a thorough climb briefing with your head guide.

A morning drive to Machame Gate (1,800m). The trail begins in lush montane forest, with colobus monkeys and tropical birds. We climb steadily to Machame Camp (3,000m) on the edge of the moorland.

A steeper climb through the moorland, with giant heathers and lobelias. We cross the Shira Plateau and reach Shira Camp (3,840m) by early afternoon. Optional acclimatization walk in the afternoon.

A classic 'climb high, sleep low' day. We ascend to the Lava Tower (4,630m) for a hot lunch, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m). This pattern is the key to acclimatization.

A short but dramatic day. We tackle the Barranco Wall - a steep scramble that is the most exciting non-technical section of the climb - and continue to Karanga Camp (3,995m).

A steady climb to Barafu Camp (4,673m), the high camp from which we will make the summit attempt. We arrive by early afternoon, with time to rest, hydrate, and prepare for the midnight departure. Early dinner and sleep.

A midnight start. We climb through the alpine desert under starlight, reach Stella Point (5,756m) at sunrise, and continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) - the roof of Africa. Time for photos, then a long descent to Mweka Gate (1,640m), where we receive summit certificates. Transfer back to your lodge in Moshi. Transfer to the airport for your departure.