7 Days Budget Group Hiking via Machame Route from Arusha

Your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome to Africa’s wild heart.

• ➤ You'll be collected from the airport.
• ➤ Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Machame Gate 1800 m to Machame Camp

Elevation (ft): 1,800 m to 2835m Distance: 11 km Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Montane Forest/ Rain Forest. Full Board at Machame Camp The trek commences at Machame gate (1830m), leading you through the vibrant lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. As you ascend gradually, you can relish the varied plant and animal life of the rainforest. Eventually, you'll reach the initial Machame Camp, positioned at an elevation of 3000m. On clear days, you might catch a glimpse of Kibo's glaciated dome if the evening clouds allow.

Main Destination:

Machame Camp

Accommodation:

Machame camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Camp 2835M to Shira Camp (3,750 M): 4-6 hours walking

Elevation (ft): 2835 m to 3,750 m Distance: 5 km Walking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Moorland Full Board Shira Cave Camp. Ascending a steep ridge for a shorter day, one reaches a small semicircular cliff called Picnic site. The journey then progresses with a milder ascent through the lower alpine moorland, renowned for its enchanting wild alpine flowers. The Shira Camp offers the most breathtaking views of Kibo peak.

Main Destination:

Shira Cave Camp

Accommodation:

Shira Camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira Camp 3750 M to Barranco Camp 3900M {VIA Lava Tower camp 4600M

Elevation (ft): Shira Cave camp 3,750 m to Baraco Camp 3,900 m Distance: 10 km Walking Time: 5 to 6 hours Habitat: Moorland Accommodation: Barranco Camp Embark on a condensed journey ascending a steep ridge to reach the quaint semicircular cliff named Picnic Site. Proceed with a more gradual ascent through the lower alpine moorland, renowned for its exquisite wild alpine flowers. The Shira Camp offers breathtaking vistas of the majestic Kibo peak

Main Destination:

Barranco Camp

Accommodation:

Barranco Camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp {3900m} to Karanga camp (3995 m)

Elevation (ft): Barranco Camp 3,900 m to Karanga Camp 3995 m Distance: 6 km Hiking Time: 3.5 to 4 hours Habitat: Moorland Accommodations: Karanga Camp. Ascending the eastern wall provides a challenging ascent, bringing you beneath the impressive Heim Glacier with the potential for breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Following this, a steep ascent up the Great Barranco Wall separates you from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. The trail then descends into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley, culminating in a final steep climb to reach Karanga Camp.

Main Destination:

Karanga Camp

Accommodation:

Karanga Camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karanga Camp 3995m to Barafu Camp (4,673 m.)

Elevation (ft): Karanga camp 3995 m to Barafu Camp 4,673 m Distance: 4 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Accommodations: Barafu Hut Camp. Ascending sharply from Karanga, the journey continues along a straightforward trail of packed scree, offering expansive vistas across the barren and arid terrain up to Barafu Camp. Both the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks come into view from the campsite. Following a satisfying lunch amid the camp's warmth, the rest of the day is dedicated to relaxation and preparations for the impending final ascent, leading to an early evening summit trek.

Main Destination:

Barafu Camp

Accommodation:

Barafu Camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp 4673m to Uhuru peak 5,895 m to Mweka Camp (3100 m)

Elevation (ft): Barafu Camp 4,673 m to Uhuru peak 5,895 m {Via Stella Point 5756m} Distance: 4.3 km ascent to Stella Point Distance: 5 km Barafu to Uhuru Peak Ascent. Hiking Time: 6-7hours ascent / 7-8 hours descent Habitat: Alpine Desert Accommodations: Mweka Camp. Awaken prior to midnight under the concealment of darkness. Embark on a challenging ascent over unstable volcanic scree, featuring well-graded zig-zags. Maintaining a deliberate and consistent pace, you will ascend to the rim of the primary crater, Stella Point, standing at an elevation of 5,735 meters. Take a brief respite there to relish the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those still feeling energized can gradually proceed on a two-hour round trip along the crater rim to the main peak at 5,895 meters—the highest point in Africa. Following a brief moment to acknowledge your achievement, swiftly descend to Barafu, pausing at Barafu Camp for refreshments. Continue the descent, reaching Mweka Camp at a surprisingly brisk pace.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate

Accommodation:

Mweka camp

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevation (ft): Mweka camp3,100 m to Mweka Gate 1,640 m Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 4 -5 hours Habitat: Montane Forest Half Board Strolling gently through the rainforest leads you to the Mweka gate, where successful participants are awarded summit certificates. Following lunch, you return to Moshi/Arusha by car.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate

Accommodation:

No accommodation (departure day)