7 days / 6 nights Mt Kilimanjaro Climb - Machame Route

Depart Machame Camp and trek through the heathland zone, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Ascend to Shira Camp (3,840 meters / 12,598 feet) on the Shira Plateau. Distance: Approximately 5 kilometers Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Moorland Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Lodging: Camping at Shira Camp

Trek to Lava Tower (4,630 meters / 15,190 feet), a volcanic formation, before descending to Barranco Camp (3,950 meters / 12,960 feet). Distance: Approximately 10 kilometers Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Semi-Desert, Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Lodging: Camping at Barranco Camp

Navigate the Barranco Wall, a challenging yet exhilarating climb, before descending into the Karanga Valley. Trek to Karanga Camp (3,995 meters / 13,107 feet), situated beneath the southern face of Kibo Peak. Distance: Approximately 5 kilometers Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Lodging: Camping at Karanga Camp

Ascend to Barafu Camp (4,680 meters / 15,354 feet), the final base camp before the summit push. Distance: Approximately 4 kilometers Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Lodging: Camping at Barafu Camp

Begin the summit push in the early hours, trekking to Stella Point (5,756 meters / 18,885 feet) before continuing to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters / 19,341 feet). Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters / 10,170 feet) for the night. Distance: Approximately 13 kilometers ascent, 23 kilometers descent Hiking Time: 7-8 hours to reach Uhuru Peak, 6-8 hours descent to Mweka Camp Habitat: Glacial, Alpine Desert, Rainforest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Lodging: Camping at Mweka Camp

Descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters / 5,380 feet). Say farewell to your trekking team and receive your summit certificates. Transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved celebration and rest. Distance: Approximately 10 kilometers Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rainforest Meals: Breakfast Budget Lodging: Return to hotel in Moshi