Machame route 6-7 days
Machame route 6-7 days
Itinerary
DAY 1 Machame
Gate to Machame Camp
Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft Distance: 11 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50
minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on
the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through
the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame
Camp.
DAY 2 Machame
Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heath We leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an
ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass
through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira 2
Camp.
DAY 3 Shira 2
Camp to Lava Tower
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp Elevation: 15,190 ft to
13,044 ft Distance: 3 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava
Tower a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp
through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft.
Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at
higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base
of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly
900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and
valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up
leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft Distance: 4 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects
with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At
this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the
summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early
dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are
viewable from this position.
DAY 6 Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Very early
in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the
most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold
at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for
several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point
(18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are
ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak-
the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa From the
summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp
site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite
hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the
upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in
the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep
DAY 7 Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km/6 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and
collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy.
From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet
us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi
Recommended Gears List
Pair of hiking sticks
One (1) - Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof1 headlight torch with extra
batteries.
One (1) - Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
One (1) -Trekking Poles,
collapsable highly recommended
One (1) - Head lamp, with extra
batteries
One (1) - Duffel bag, 50-90L capacity, for porters to carry your
equipment
One (1) - Daypack, 30-35L capacity, for you to carry your personal
gear may be rented on location
One (1 )- Gym Shoes to wear at camp optional
Tree
(3) - Socks wool or synthetic
One (1) - Gaiters waterproof optional
Trip Receipt Passport Visa (available at JRO)
Immunization Papers
Insurance Document
One (1) - Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
One (1)
- Knit Hat, for warmth
One (1) - Balaclava or Buff, for face overage -
optional
One (1) - Gloves, warm waterproof recommended
One (1) - Gloves, thin
1 Camera with extra batteries.
One (1) - Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
One (1) - Insulated
Jacket, synthetic or down
One (1) - Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
Two
(2) - Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
One (1) -
Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
One (1) -
Waterproof Pants, breathable side zipper recommended
Two (2 )- Hiking
Pants
One (1)- Fleece Pants
One (1) - Shorts --optional
One (1) - Long Underwear,
moisture-wicking fabric
Three (3) - Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric
recommended
Two (2) - Sport Bra --women
Toiletries
Prescriptions Sunscreen
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent,
containing DEETFirst Aid KitHand Sanitizer Wet Wipes - recommendedSnacks,
light-weight, high calorie, high energy-optional
Electrolytes, powder or tablets -optional
One (1) 1 powerbank
One (1) -
Sunglasses or Goggles
One (1) - Backpack Cover, waterproof optional
One (1) -
Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz
One (1) - Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3
liters
One (1) - Towel, lightweight, quick-dry ptional
One (1) - Pee
Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night --recommended
Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and
separate
Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft Distance: 11 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp.
Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Heath We leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira 2 Camp.
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft Distance: 3 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft Distance: 4 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.
DAY 6 Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep
DAY 7 Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km/6 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi
Recommended Gears List
Pair of hiking sticks
One (1) - Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof1 headlight torch with extra batteries.
Trip Receipt Passport Visa (available at JRO)
1 Camera with extra batteries.
One (1) - Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
Toiletries
Electrolytes, powder or tablets -optional
Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate
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