MACHAME ROUTE
This is probably the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro. The accommodation on the way up and down is strictly camping (mobile tents) only. This trek is strenuous and may be better suited to more adventurous hikers.
Day 1: ARUSHA -MOSHI
Pick up from Arusha town or Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi town, which is commonly known as the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro. Halfboard accommodation at a Base Hotel in Moshi.
Day 2: MOSHI -MACHAME
Transfer to Machame Gate and begin ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro via Machame Route. Today you will be transferred to the Machame Gate to begin your climb. Depending on the weather this can be a moderate to very demanding day as the trek winds through a beautifully lush rain forest. Overnight in mountain tents at Machame (3000m).
Day 3: MACHAME -SHIRA
A full day as you start early, leaving the forest behind the climb a steep ridge for 3-4 hours. The path then drops into agorgeous river gorge before you climb more gently up onto the moorland of the shira Plateau. The Shira Plateau is all that remains of an older volcano that was engulfed when the much larger kili formed. On clear days the views are absolutely breath taking. A seemingly endless expanse of multi-colored heath to the gargantuan rim at the end of the plateau where billows of clouds melt down onto the plateau floor. Overnight camping in the mountain tents at shira (3840M).
Day 4: SHIRA -BARRANCO
Today’s 5-6 hours walk across the plateau makes little net elevation, although there are ups and downs throughout the day. We’ll enjoy sightings of the typical Kilimanjaro mountain vegetation and rewarding views of the spectacular Barranco valley. Overnight camping in mountain tents at Barranco (3950M).
Day 5: BARRANCO -BARAFU
The standard day includes about 6-8 hours of trekking, up the Barranco wall, then across scree and ridges to the Karanga valley (4100M) for lunch, before continuing up to Barafu Camp at 4600M. Overnight camping in mountain tents at Barafu.
Day 6: BARAFU -UHURU
You will rise around 2330hrs and after some tea and biscuits you will shuffle off into the night. You will head in northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella point on the crater rim. This 8 –Hour walk to Stella point is for many climbers mentally and physically, the most challenging on the route. At Stella point (5685M) you will stop for a short rest an td will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point you will encounter snow all the way on your 2-hour ascent to Uhuru Peak (5896M). Despite the actual distance of the trek not being too far the progress is slow-there is less than half the oxygen than at the sea- level! Uhuru Peak provides a unique reward and usually a plethora of emotions. If your progress has been good you can watch the sunrise from the rooftop of Africa! Start to descent shortly after the sunrise. Take a brief stop at Barafu Camp and then continue with the descend all the way down to Mweka Camp at 3100M. Overnight at Mweka Camp.
Day 7: UHURU -MOSHI
After breakfast descend through the lower health section that quickly turns into rainforest. Your time on Kilimanjaro ends at Kibololoni Gate where you will be met and transferred back to a Base hotel in Moshi for dinner and overnight.
Day 8: MOSHI –ARUSHA
After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha Town or Kilimanjaro International Airport.
End of the Climb.
The Safari Cost Includes:
– Transfers with pick up and drop off at Arusha or Airport
– Park entrance & rescues fees
– Accommodation in s with 2 persons during climb
– Services of a cook to prepare meals during the climb
– Service of a mountain guide (English speaking) and porters
– Government taxes
The Safari Cost Excludes:
– Extras at the hotel i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
– International flight
– Departure tax
– Tips to guides, porters and drivers
– Climbing equipment and sleeping bags
What to bring
A) Waterproof hiking boots,
B) Rain suit, sleeping bags,
C) Flashlights,
D) Sunglasses balaclava,
E) Hand gloves,
F) Night shoes
Note: The above rates are subject to availability of rooms at the time of booking
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