Kilimanjaro Machame Trek
Countries:
Kenya, Tanzania
The second most popular route, the Machame is also one of the most beautiful. This camping trail climbs the Shira Plateau on the west side of Kibo and ascends the imposing Barranco wall, below stunning icefields, before it converges with the other trails for the final route to the summit. It is more strenuous than the Marangu Route but you’ll be more than rewarded by the fantastic views all the way up!
DAY 1, Moshi
From Nairobi travel by shuttle bus to Moshi in Tanzania, via Arusha. On arrival at your hotel our representative will give you a briefing on what to expect over the next few days of trekking the highest mountain in Africa.
DAY 2, Machame Camp 2,980m
After driving to Machame gate we continue up to Machame Camp. There is often rain on this side of the mountain to be prepared!
DAY 3, Shira Camp 3,840m
Rise early to climb up through the forest and then onto gentle moorland. After lunch continue up a rocky ridge to the Shira Plateau where you will hopefully see views of the Western Breach.
DAY 4, Barranco Camp 3,950m
Continue through the rocky landscape passing the Lava Tower at 4,630m before descending to Barrabco Camp
DAY 5, Barafu Camp 4,550m
Heading along the Karanga Valley where you join the Mweka Route and contue up the ridge to the Barafu Hut
DAY 6, Uhuru Peak 5,895m to Mweka Camp, 3,100m
After a midnight departure start the long haul to the summit. Pausing at Stella Point 5,685m to hopefully to see the sunrise before trek round the rim to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa. The descent is back via Barafu Camp and onwards to Mweka Camp for a well earned rest.
DAY 7, Moshi 890m
Back to the park gate to collect certificates before returning to Moshi for a well overdue hot shower!
DAY 8, Nairobi
Shuttle to Nairobi