Ultimate Kilimanjaro 9-Day Trek Mount Kilimanjaro via Machame Route - Kiilimanjaro Latest itinerary

>> Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be transported to your hotel in Moshi town. Your guide will meet you there and provide a briefing on your trek, and verify that you have all the required mountain equipment. Any missing gear can be rented on the same day.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> After breakfast, we will be transported to the Machame gate. The path has recently been repaired and leads through the last foothills of the fertile cultivated land. As we proceed, the path ascends through the dense, deep green, and still moist mountain rainforest until we reach the Machame Camp.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> We hike from Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower, covering a distance of 10 km and an elevation gain from 12,500ft to 13,000ft. This semi-desert terrain takes 6-8 hours to cover. We head east up a ridge, passing the junction to Kibo Peak, then southeast to Lava Tower, or the "Shark's Tooth." Afterward, we descend towards the Arrow Glacier at 16,000ft before continuing down to the Barranco Hut at 13,000ft. This day's purpose is acclimatization and will prepare our bodies for the summit day, even though we end up at the same elevation as we started.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> We ascend through the dark, almost vegetation-free gravel desert of lava rock, and if we're lucky, we might catch a glimpse of Kili up close! The path leads us up to just below the Lava Tower, around 4450m high, before descending into the Barranco Valley. This area boasts alpine vegetation and is a highlight of the Machame Route.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> We depart Karanga Camp after breakfast and reach the junction that links with the Mweka Trail. Then, we continue towards the Barafu Hut, covering a distance of 4 km with an elevation gain from 13,100ft to 15,300ft. This hike takes about 4-5 hours, and we traverse the Alpine Desert habitat. Once we reach Barafu Camp, we will have completed the South Circuit, providing us with various views of the summit from different angles. From this position, we can see the two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. We will rest, have dinner, and prepare for the summit day.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> We depart Karanga Camp after breakfast and head towards the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail. From there, we continue uphill to reach the Barafu Hut. This marks the completion of the South Circuit, which provides breathtaking views of the summit from various angles. We will set up camp, rest, have dinner, and prepare ourselves for the summit day. From this position, we can see the two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> In the early hours of the morning, usually between midnight to 2am, we resume our journey towards the summit, situated between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. Our path takes us in a northwesterly direction, and we climb through challenging scree terrain towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This section of the climb is mentally and physically demanding. Upon reaching Stella Point (18,600 ft), we pause for a short break and witness a spectacular sunrise (weather permitting). From Stella Point, we may encounter snow as we continue our ascent for another hour to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the African continent. Some hikers may catch a glimpse of the sunrise from the summit. After taking in the awe-inspiring views, we descend straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. Trekking poles and gaiters are highly recommended for the descent on loose gravel terrain.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> We descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, complete park formalities, and receive certificates of achievement. Our vehicles meet us and we return to the hotel in Moshi. After a refreshing shower, we can celebrate with cold drinks. Overnight at the arranged hotel.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

•  Accommodation: Budget camping

>> Once you've had breakfast, we'll take you to the airport based on your flight schedule.

• Time: 8-10hrs
• Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

•  Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)