7 Day Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame route

7 days • Cancellable until 45 days beforeMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 14+Guided • Operated by Alaitol Safaris
7 Day Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame route7 Day Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame route7 Day Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame route
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Why we love it?

This 7-day Machame route trek on Mount Kilimanjaro begins with a stay in Arusha, where you’ll meet your guide and prepare for the climb. The route ascends through dense rainforest before reaching the heath zone with its distinctive giant groundsels, then continues over the Barranco Wall and ridges toward the lunar-like landscape near the summit. The overnight summit bid leads to Uhuru Peak, the highest point at 19,341 feet, followed by a descent to Millennium Camp. This itinerary includes all park fees, tented accommodation on the mountain, and transfers between Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, and the park, making it suitable for travelers seeking a well-supported climb with options for personal porters and nutritionist-planned meals.

Inclusions

  • Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
  • Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the Aiport/hotel.
  • Entry fees.
  • All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park ( conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee, and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority).
  • One night at 4* hotel (Arusha Serena Hotel) for classic Tariff OR 5* hotel (Gran Meliá Arusha) for  Premium(or alternative).One night before the expedition  and one day room after ascent.You will have all for a comfortable stay - friendly staff, nice rooms, Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool).
  • Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern, comfortable 4-Season tents North Face VE-25 or Alaitol Kilimanjaro Tents). 
  • All accommodation is on a sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike. If you travel alone, we will be in a private single room/tent). 
  • Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike.
  • All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks. A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit, and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost.
  • All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water).
  • 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats.
  • All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery).
  • Portable toilet.
  • Oxygen cylinders and oximeters.
  • GPS-tracking service.
  • Complete medical kits.
  • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 7+years of successful mountaineering experience.
  • Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.) 

Exclusions

  • Airline tickets.
  • Visa fee (100 USD for American citizen and 50 USD for all others)
  • Tips ( [ ] USD per climber of the whole mountain crew).
  • Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent).
  • Mountaineering insurance. You need special insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro that covers high-altitudes trekking up to 6000m.
  • Personal gear rentals.
  • Laundry Services.

Itinerary

Day 1

  • You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport by our Alaitol Safaris Team and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha, you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day. 

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    Meals: Bed and Breakfast Included
     

Day 2
  • One hour’s drive from Arusha to machame gate

    One hour’s drive from Arusha to machame gate. At the gate we Will complete park formalities, meet our crew of porters and start to climb! The first section of the route climbs steadily and passes through magnificent, dense rainforest. This path is less well-trodden so it can get somewhat overgrown in places and it is often wet and muddy underfoot

    Overnight: Machame Camp (9,850')

    Hours trekking: 5-7

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 3

  • Vegetation gets sparser as you ascend into the heath, where alien-looking giant groundsels tower over the rocky slopes.

    Overnight: Shira 2 Camp (12,795')

    Hours trekking: 4-5

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 4

  • A challenging scramble up the Barranco Wall is rewarded with  breathtaking views from the top. Continue over ridges and valleys before  a steep hike to camp.

    Overnight: Barranco Camp (13,004')

    Hours trekking: 6-7

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 5

  • As you near the summit, the landscape starts to  resemble the surface of the moon. Keep an eye out for towering lava  formations, remnants of Kili's fiery past.

    Overnight: Barafu Camp (15,331')

    Hours trekking: 2-3

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 6

  • Headlamps snaking up the mountain light your way  during an overnight summit bid. Celebrate your success at Uhuru Peak  (19,341') with a few quick pictures at the top before trekking much of  the way back down the mountain.

    Overnight: Millennium Camp (12,959')

    Hours trekking: 8-10 ascent to summit/ 4-7 to descent to camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 7
  • Complete your descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate at 5,364 feet

    Complete your descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate at 5,364 feet. Our vehicles will be waiting to take you back into town for a shower and some rest before your transfer to the airport this evening.

    Day room: Planet Lodge

    Hours trekking: 4-6

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included

Please Note

  • HighlightsClimb with confidence: Alaitol Safari has been leading treks up Kilimanjaro for more than 10 years and boasts a successful summit rate of 98 percent.
  • Superior, top-of-the-line camping gear and safety equipment, owned and maintained by Alaitol’s.
  • Quality assured: Alaitol directly employs all chefs, porters, and guides (who are all certified Wilderness First Responders).
  • Stay in the largest and most comfortable sleeping tents on the mountain, with private toilet facilities.
  • Carry only a daypack, as porters transport your luggage and equipment throughout the climb and descent.
  • Climb Kilimanjaro with Alaitol:
  • With a successful summit rate of 98 percent (compared to the 60-70 percent average), Alaitol’s Mount Kilimanjaro expeditions give you an outstanding chance of reaching ‘the roof of Africa’. Our experienced climbing team oversees every factor that contributes to a successful climbGuides & porters
  • Every Alaitol guide is a certified Wilderness First Responder, trained in mountain craft, natural history, and ecological awareness. Our guides are also trained in first aid and are fluent in English, and most have completed over 200 summits. A founding member of the Kilimanjaro Porter Assistance Project and a proud Partner for Responsible Travel with the International Mountain Explorers Connection, Alaitol’s is an advocate for the welfare of our team of porters. Their hard work and dedication are what make every Alaitol’s trek possible.Comforts on the mountain:
  • Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro comes easier to those who are well-rested – and Alaitol campsites are famous for their comforts. Our customised sleeping tents are the largest and most luxurious on the mountain, designed for two people with raised camp beds and tall ceiling heights. Solar-lit dining tents with comfortable tables and chairs allow you to relax out of the elements and rejuvenate during the trek. Hygienic private toilets are also exclusively available to Alaitol trekkers.Safety on the mountain:
  • Alaitol’s climbs use the finest climbing and camping apparatus, safety equipment, and communications network. On every climb, we supply and carry all safety and emergency equipment, including emergency oxygen, a portable altitude chamber, a defibrillator, pulse oximeters, a stretcher, an extensive first aid kit, and three means of communication (mobile phone, two-way radio, and satellite phone).Food & nutrition:
  • Another key element to conquering Kilimanjaro is to maintain proper nutrition throughout your entire trek. Every meal is designed to provide the fuel you need to reach the summit. Unlike many other companies, Alaitol provides fresh food throughout the entire trek, including abundant snacks between meals as well as unlimited, purified water. Special diets can also be accommodated.Acclimatisation:
  • While most trekkers spend a total of five days on the mountain, we schedule seven days (six nights) to allow more time for premium altitude acclimatisation, contributing to Alaitol’s successful summit rate of 98 percent.Sustainable Treks:
  • Alaitol leaves no trace on the mountain and takes pride in operating green campsites. Every Alaitol camp is completely portable with no fixed ground structures or plumbing, and we remove all waste and rubbish from our treks.* Please contact us for your child quote. Children discounts available.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 45 days before start

Non-refundable after 45 days before start

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