Machame Route in 7 Days – Climb Kilimanjaro's Most Classic Trail

5.0 (9 reviews) Moshi, Tanzania
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Duration7 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Climb Kilimanjaro’s classic trail in Tanzania on the Machame Route in 7 Days — a thrilling adventure through some of the most breathtaking landscapes on Africa’s highest mountain. Departing from Moshi, the Machame Route in 7 Days combines lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and glacier views into one of the most scenic and rewarding trekking experiences on earth. On this route, you’ll trek from Machame Gate to Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Lava Tower, Barranco, Karanga, Barafu, summit Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp, and finish at Mweka Gate—an extraordinary climb designed for better acclimatization and summit success. Joining our budget group climb on the Machame Route in 6 or 7 Days for 2025/2026 lets you share costs on transport, guides, and accommodation while enjoying an affordable Kilimanjaro adventure with fellow trekkers. Climb Kilimanjaro via Machame Route in 6 Days with our world-class guides – join group departures on the 6th, 15th, 20th, 25th & 26th each month in 2025 & 2026.

What's included

  • Briefing
  • Trekking certificate
  • Camping equipments (quality tents and sleeping mattress)
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking
  • Drop off at the hotel you booked in Moshi town from Mweka gate after trek
  • Health and clean drinking water during the hiking
  • pick up from the hotel you booked in Moshi town to Londorosi Gate.
  • Kilimanjaro hiking professional guide
  • All Mount Kilimanjaro Park Fees ( All fees can be paid direct to the park or via Tour operator)
  • Tips to mountain crew
  • Airport Pick up and drop off
  • The hotel accommodations before and after a trek in town
  • Flight ( Domestic & International )
  • Personal hiking gears
  • Pickup from Arusha to Moshi is available at an additional cost

What to expect

Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time:3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

Day 2: Forest Camp to Shira Camp
Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 11,500ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Day 2: Forest Camp to Shira Camp
Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 11,500ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Day 3: Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Hut
Elevation (ft): 11,500ft to 13,800 ft
Distance: 14 km
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Day 4: Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Elevation (ft): 13,800ft to 13,000ft
Distance: 7 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Semi Desert

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 15,000ft
Distance: 9km
Hiking Time: 8-10 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft)
Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
Habitat: Arctic

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Moshi
Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet all travelers at Africa Natural Tours Ltd office

End point

We will meet all travelers at Africa Natural Tours Ltd office

Pickup details

We will depart from Moshi in the Morning and travel to the Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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