ARRIVAL DAY
Arrive in Arusha: Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your guide after passing through customs. Transfer to Chanya Lodge for a comprehensive briefing and equipment check with your climbing manager and guide. Overnight at Chanya Lodge as you prepare for the 9 days Machame route expedition with your new group of friends.
Accommodations: Chanya Lodge
Meals Included: Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 1
Arusha to Machame Camp:
Elevation: 5,380 to 9,350’; Hiking time: 5-7 hours Distance: 7 miles
Start your ascent by driving from Arusha to Mt Kilimanjaro National Park. Meet your climb crew at the Machame Gate and begin the gentle ascent through the Afromontane rainforest. Observe the diverse flora and fauna along the trail, including colobus monkeys and various bird species. Reach Machame Camp, situated among giant heather. Overnight at Machame Camp.
Accommodations: Machame Camp (Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp:
Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft, Distance: 3 miles Hiking Time: approx. 4-6 hours
Leave the rainforest behind and ascend along a steep ridge onto heather-clad moorland. Observe geological features and enjoy a picnic lunch on the trail. Continue to the Shira Plateau, where you can admire the Western Breach and the glaciers. Overnight at Shira Camp.
Accommodations: Shira Camp(Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 3
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp:
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,223 ft (Lava Tower), down to 13,044 ft Distance: 7km Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Ascend into alpine desert towards the main peak of Kibo, with lunch taken en route. Optionally ascend the Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. Pass through the unique “Garden of the Senecios” and enjoy the scenic Barranco Valley. Overnight at Barranco Camp.
Accommodations: Barranco Camp (Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp:
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,123 ft Distance: 3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Conquer the intimidating Barranco Wall, using all four limbs to traverse it. Descend to the Karanga Valley and reach Karanga Camp in the late afternoon. Enjoy spectacular sunsets with views of the glacial valleys and ice fields. Overnight at Karanga Camp.
Accommodations: Karanga Camp (Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp:
Elevation: 13,123 ft to 15,288 ft Distance: 2 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Ascend to Barafu Camp, taking a half-day to reach the high camp. Enjoy lunch and relax before the final summit bid. Experience the desolate alpine desert and splendid views of Mawenzi Peak. Overnight at Barafu Camp.
Accommodations: Barafu Camp (Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 6 (SUMMIT DAY)
Summit Ascent, Mweka Camp:
Elevation: 15,288 ft to 19,341 ft to 12,467 ft, Distance: 3 miles ascent, 7 miles descent Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent, 4-6 hours descent
Depart before midnight for the final summit bid. Persist and reach Stella Point, where a glorious sunrise over Mawenzi Peak awaits. Continue to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa, and celebrate before descending to Mweka Camp. Overnight at Mweka Camp.
Accommodations: Mweka Camp (Camping)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GROUP TREK DAY 7
Elevation: 12,467 ft to 5,380 ft, Distance: 6 miles, Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Arrive in Moshi:
Descend through the Montane forest and bid farewell to your crew. Transfer back to your hotel for a well-deserved shower and a celebratory dinner.
Accommodations: Chanya Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DEPARTURE DAY 8
Departure: Pack and freshen up in your dayroom before departing for your flight home or onward adventures in Tanzania