The Machame Route is known to be one of the prettiest routes used to trek Kilimanjaro. It is however a more difficult route than for example the Marangu route with steeper climbs and a constant higher altitude.
The route starts in thick rainforest sporadically opening up for excellent views of Mount Meru, Shire Ridge as well as the peak of Kilimanjaro itself - Kibo.
Climbers need to be fit and well prepared to take on this route. Accommodation is in mountain tents so nights can be cold.
Price per person: from USD 2000 per person on a scheduled departure
Tour itinerary:
Day1: Arrival in Moshi
Day 2 - 6: Kilimanjaro Trek
Day 7: Return to Moshi
Day 8: Depart
Climbing Itinerary: Machame Route
Day |
Start |
Finish |
Altitude (m) |
Walking time |
Route description |
1 |
Machame Gate (1790m) |
Machame Camp (3010m) |
↑ 1220m |
5-6h |
A long first trek that offers a beautiful climb through the mountain forest. |
2 |
Machame Camp (3010m) |
Shira Camp (3845m) |
↑ 900 |
4-6h |
Wonderful views of the Shira Ridge and the Kibos mountain range. The route is shorter than the previous day. |
3 |
Shira Camp (3845m) |
Barranco Camp (3960m) |
↑800m ↓680m |
6-7h |
A longer stage with great views and fantastic vegetation. |
4 |
Barranco Camp (3960m) |
Barafu Camp (4640m) |
↑ 680m ↓ 50m |
5-6h |
Begins with a steep climb then rises and falls. Views of the southern glaciers. The altitude will become noticeable. |
5 |
Barafu Camp (4640m) |
Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka Camp (3080m) |
↑1250m ↓2810m |
10-14h |
Very steep, long and cold climb to Stella Point. Spectacular panoramic views of the crater ridge and the summit. Relatively steep and long descent with the altitude playing a major role. |
6 |
Mweka Camp (3080m) |
Mweka Gate (1630m) |
↓1450m |
2-3h |
Easier and relatively shorter descent with good paths. Luscious rainforest. |
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