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9 Days Machame Route:
Africa Natural Tours
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NATURAL TOURS
(The best tour company in Tanzania)
Specialized in: Mountain climbing,
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There’s
a reason the Machame Route 9 Days is our most requested tour package: the
scenery and trekking experience are unmatched. From tropical rainforests and
scorched desert plains to stunning arctic landscapes, you’ll get to experience
it all. Don’t miss out on your chance to climb the most popular route on
Kilimanjaro. Book early to secure your place! The Machame Route’s exhilarating
ascent up to the peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro will satisfy even the most
adventurous climber. Your trek will approach from the southwest of the mountain
and pass the vast expanse of the Shira Plateau, the heights of the Lava Tower,
and the depths of the Southern Ice Field. On the way, you’ll glimpse rare and
exotic wildlife in their natural habitats. The 9 Days Machame Route is the
perfect choice for both experienced and first-time trekkers. Although the
journey can be completed in 6 days, an extra day is often preferred for better
acclimatisation. If you climb Africa’s tallest mountain only once, make the
experience unforgettable. Check out our tour itinerary to see what to expect on
your Kilimanjaro Machame Route 9 Days adventure:
Our Package Includes
- Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
- Pre & post climb accommodation in Moshi
- Park, camping & rescue fees
- Mountain tent & mattress
- Professional English speaking guide(s); porters & cook
- 8 breakfasts; 7 lunches; 6 dinners
- Water; tea and coffee with meals
Not Included
- Flights
- Lunch & dinner in Moshi
- Travel insurance
- Visa and passport fees
- Increases in park fees where applicable
- Personal equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
TOUR
ITINERARY
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi
The
first day on your amazing Kilimanjaro Machame Route journey is filled with
anticipation. After arriving at the airport, you’ll be greeted warmly by our
driver who’ll transport you to the hotel in Moshi. You’ll then settle down then
attend an orientation session. Our experienced team leaders will guide you
through all the important details of your trip and offer advice for a successful
journey. Your hiking gear will then be carefully inspected and adjusted if
necessary. The rest of the day is spent getting ready for your life-changing
adventure.
Day 2: Moshi to Machame Gate
(1,800m/5,905ft) to Mt. Kilimanjaro, Machame Camp (3,000m/9,840ft)
Walking Time: 6-7hrs Distance: 9km
Altitude Gain: 1200m/3935ft
Wake
up fresh and invigorated for the first leg of your journey to the foot of
majestic Kilimanjaro. After eating a warm hotel breakfast, you’ll depart Moshi
for the Machame Gate. The 45-minute drive will take you off the beaten path
through a panorama of coffee plantations and local villages. After arriving at
the park gate, you’ll register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities
while our team prepares and checks all your gear. Then journey onwards to the
final destination of the day: Machame Camp. You’ll experience the first of many
scenic hikes through tropical rainforest and savannah terrain. Venture through
moss-covered timbered underpasses and catch glimpses of rare wildlife and
botanical species. Emerge from high grasses into fields of heather and
sprouting wildflowers. Stop and marvel at a view of Kibo Peak, the mighty
summit at the end of your climb. Meanwhile, your porters and cooks will prepare
a hot steaming meal ahead of your arrival.
Day 3: Machame Camp (3,000m/9,840ft)
to Shira Camp (3,840m/12,600ft)
Walking Time: 4-6hrs Distance: 7km
Altitude Gain: 840m/2,760ft
Today
will be the most scenic leg of your journey so far on one of the best
Kilimanjaro climbing routes. You’ll begin your first morning on the slopes of
the mountain with a warming and hearty breakfast. Pack up your gear and venture
across damp, cool heathland and temperate moorland dunes. Move across the
rolling savannah among tall grasses and the otherworldly beauty of the Heather
and Erica plains. Scramble across enormous boulders and emerge among volcanic
rocks draped with dark green lichen. You’ll also experience increasingly higher
altitudes to help your acclimatization process. After lunch, you’ll climb the
lava-filled Shira Plateau then head for the Shira Camp. In the meantime, your
porters and cooks will prepare a delicious meal in anticipation of your
arrival.
Day 4: Shira Camp (3,840m/12,600ft)
to Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft)
Walking Time: 6-7hrs Distance: 10km
Altitude Gain: 690m/2,264 ft
Today’s
trekking journey continues along the steepest and most rewarding stretch so
far. You’ll get off to an early start and hike eastwards towards the wide
expanse of the Shira Plateau. Upon reaching the junction of the Shira and
Lemosho Routes, you’ll break off for a more secluded trail before stopping for
a break. After lunch, embark towards Lava Tower, an incredible 300 ft tall
volcanic plug that transforms into a passageway. Then take a rapid descent
towards your campsite located in the Great Barranco Valley, where you’ll set up
in a scenic campsite encompassed by massive valley walls and the stunning Kibo
massif. Looming glaciers reflect the sunlight while giant lobelias and
groundsels dominate the otherworldly landscape. Then sit back and enjoy a warm,
delicious meal before settling into a deep sleep.
Day 5: Barranco Camp
(3,950m/12,960ft) to Karanga Valley Camp (4040m/13,250ft)
Walking Time: 3-4hrs Distance: 6km
Altitude Gain: 90m/295ft
This
section of the Machame Route is filled with thrilling exploration and
life-changing scenery. You’ll start the day climbing up the lofty eastern wall
of a gorge and soak in the dramatic view: Kilimanjaro’s ice fields covered by
blankets of frost. Then brace yourself for a 90-minute climb up the magnificent
Barranco Wall, also known as the Breakfast Wall, after which you’ll continue
along a clam trail until you reach the Karanga Valley. Here you’ll settle and
mentally prepare for the final stretch of your journey.
Day 6: Karanga Valley Camp
(4040m/13,250ft) to Barafu Camp (4600m/15,100ft)
Walking Time: 3-4hrs Distance: 4km
Altitude Gain: 560m/1837ft
Your
last day on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route before reaching the summit gets off
to a gentle start. You’ll begin a gradual ascent through the tranquil Karanga
Valley before encountering the granite floors of the lava ridge. Along the way,
the temperature will drop and the vegetation will become more and more sparse.
You’ll set up camp on an exposed zone along a smooth edge of the ridge. An
energy-dense meal will be served in preparation for your midnight ascent to the
Mount Kilimanjaro summit.
Day 7: Barafu Camp (4,600m/15,100ft)
to Summit (5,895m/19,340ft) to Mweka Camp (3,100m/10,170ft)
Walking Time: 14-16hrs Distance:
19km Altitude Gain: 1,295 meters (4,240 feet) Altitude Loss: 2,795 meters
(9,170 feet)
You’ll
embark shortly after midnight on your last push to the top of Mount
Kilimanjaro. Journey amid luminous sapphire glaciers to Stella Point while a
spectacular sunrise illuminates the peaks of the summit. Relish the final hours
of your unforgettable journey before reaching your final destination, Uhuru.
Standing on the rooftop of Africa, you’ll be filled with a sense of
exhilaration and triumph looking down over the swirling cloudscape and oceans
of ice. Celebrate with your support team and soak in the beauty before
retracing your steps to Barafu Camp. After a short break, travel to Mweka Camp
where a hot, welcoming meal will await your arrival. There you’ll spend your
last night on the mountain lounging beneath the stars.
Day 8: Mweka Camp (3,100m/10,170ft)
to Mweka Gate (1,500m/4,920ft) to Moshi
Walking Time: 3-4hrs Distance: 10km
Altitude Gain: 1,600m/5,250ft
Wake
up on the mountain steps refreshed and victorious—you’ve just conquered Mount
Kilimanjaro! After breakfast, you’ll stroll back to Mweka Gate, taking time to
admire the deep green forest scenery draped in morning mist. Farewell your
guides and porters, then board the Africa Natural Tours vehicle. You’ll be
transported back to Moshi where a hot shower, comfy mattress, and clean set of
clothes await.
Day 9: Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport
Today
we will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport, where you will greet your
farewells to Tanzania and its people. If you’ve chosen to hop on a safari well, that’s a new adventure and we’ll
arrange that for you as well!
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