7 Days Machame Route Joining Group Kilimanjaro by KILITA SAFARIS

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (3,010 m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   6h
   Begin at Machame Gate with registration and briefing. Trek through dense rainforest on a gradual but steady trail. The path can be muddy, with chances to spot monkeys and unique flora. Arrive at Machame Camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (3,840 m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   7h
   Climb steeply through moorland and rocky ridges. The vegetation thins as elevation increases, offering wide views of the Shira Plateau. Arrive at Shira Camp for hot lunch, rest, and sunset views of Kibo.

Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower (3,950 m

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   6h
   Start with a gradual hike across the Shira Plateau. Ascend to Lava Tower (4,630 m) for acclimatization, then descend into the Barranco Valley. The route helps your body adjust to high altitude. Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp.

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,995 m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   Pass by
   Begin by climbing the famous Barranco Wall. The trail is steep but non-technical and offers dramatic views. Continue through ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp. Afternoon rest and acclimatization walk.

Day 5: 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673 m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   A short but steep climb through alpine desert leads to Barafu Camp, the base for summit night. Arrive early, eat an early dinner, and rest. Final briefing is done before you sleep to prepare for the midnight summit push.

Day 6: Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) then Mweka Camp (3,100 m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   6h
   Around midnight, start the slow ascent toward Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak for sunrise. After celebrating at the summit, descend back to Barafu for brunch, then continue down to Mweka Camp for overnight.

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and Transfer to Moshi

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   6h
   Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Collect your summit certificates and meet your vehicle for transfer back to Moshi for rest and celebration.

Pickup details

Our driver/guide will pick up travelers from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi hotels, or Arusha hotels depending on their booking details. The driver will be waiting at the arrival area or hotel reception holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name and Kilita safaris logo for easy identification.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness