DAY 2: MACHAME CAMP → SHIRA CAMP Distance: ~9 km Trekking Time: 4–6 hours Altitude: 3,000 m → 3,845 m Habitat: Heath & Moorland Overnight: Shira Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner From Rainforest to Highland Moorland After breakfast, leave the rainforest behind and begin climbing through the heath and moorland zone. The trail becomes steeper and more open, with increasingly dramatic views of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic landscape. As you gain elevation, you may begin to see Kibo Peak rising above the clouds. Reach Shira Plateau, one of Kilimanjaro’s most impressive landscapes. The wide plateau offers beautiful views and a feeling of being completely surrounded by wilderness. Arrive at Shira Camp, enjoy your evening meal and rest. You are now deep into the mountain — and the Roof of Africa is getting closer.

DAY 3: SHIRA CAMP → LAVA TOWER → BARRANCO CAMP Distance: ~10 km Trekking Time: 6–8 hours Altitude: 3,845 m → 4,630 m → 3,960 m Habitat: Alpine Desert Overnight: Barranco Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Climb High, Sleep Low Today is one of the most important acclimatization days of your Kilimanjaro trek. After breakfast, begin climbing toward Lava Tower, reaching approximately 4,630 metres. The landscape changes dramatically as vegetation becomes increasingly sparse and volcanic rocks dominate the scenery. This is where the principle “climb high, sleep low” becomes important. After reaching Lava Tower, descend toward Barranco Valley. The descent allows your body to experience a higher altitude before sleeping lower at Barranco Camp. 🏔️ Barranco Valley Barranco Camp is surrounded by dramatic volcanic cliffs and towering mountain landscapes. The famous Barranco Wall rises above the camp, giving you a spectacular preview of tomorrow’s adventure. Enjoy dinner and rest while your guide and crew prepare you for the next stage. Today you climbed higher to prepare your body for the summit.

DAY 4: BARRANCO CAMP → KARANGA CAMP Distance: ~5 km Trekking Time: 4–5 hours Altitude: 3,960 m → 4,035 m Habitat: Alpine Desert Overnight: Karanga Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Conquer the Famous Barranco Wall Wake up early and prepare for one of the most exciting sections of the Machame Route. After breakfast, begin climbing the Barranco Wall. Although it looks intimidating from below, the trail is a manageable scramble for most trekkers when taken slowly and carefully. Your guide will assist you through the more challenging sections. At the top, enjoy spectacular views across the valleys and toward the summit. Continue through the alpine desert toward Karanga Camp. Because today is relatively short, you have valuable time to rest, hydrate and prepare for the higher elevations ahead. Overnight: Karanga Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner A Night Above the Clouds As evening arrives, enjoy the mountain scenery and, weather permitting, breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Tomorrow you move closer to the summit.

DAY 5: KARANGA CAMP → BARAFU CAMP Distance: ~4 km Trekking Time: 4–5 hours Altitude: 4,035 m → 4,640 m Habitat: Alpine Desert Overnight: Barafu Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner The Final Camp Before the Summit After breakfast, begin your short but steep trek toward Barafu Camp. The vegetation becomes increasingly sparse as you enter the high-altitude alpine desert. Barafu means “ice” in Swahili, and the environment here reflects the extreme altitude and cold conditions. Upon reaching camp, your guide will brief you about the summit attempt. You will have an early dinner and prepare your clothing, headlamp, water and other summit equipment. Rest Before the Biggest Challenge Try to sleep early because you will wake during the night for your final ascent. At this point, the summit is no longer just a dream. Tomorrow, you climb to 5,895 metres.

DAY 6: BARAFU CAMP → UHURU PEAK → MWEKA CAMP Distance: ~17 km Trekking Time: 12–15+ hours Altitude: 4,640 m → 5,895 m → 3,080 m Habitat: Arctic Zone → Alpine Desert → Rainforest Overnight: Mweka Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner SUMMIT DAY — UHURU PEAK This is the most challenging and rewarding day of your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure. You will normally begin the summit attempt around midnight, depending on weather, trail conditions and your guide’s assessment. Under the stars, begin the slow climb toward Stella Point. The trail is steep and the air becomes thinner with every step. Your guide will encourage you to maintain a steady pole pole pace. Sunrise on Kilimanjaro As dawn approaches, the horizon begins to glow. You may witness one of the most spectacular sunrises in Africa from the upper slopes of Kilimanjaro. Continue along the crater rim toward the ultimate destination: UHURU PEAK — 5,895 METRES THE ROOF OF AFRICA Stand at the highest point in Tanzania and celebrate your achievement. Take photographs, embrace the moment and enjoy the incredible sense of accomplishment. You have conquered Kilimanjaro. The Descent After celebrating at Uhuru Peak, begin your descent. Return toward Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down toward Mweka Camp. The descent can be physically demanding after the summit, so your guide will maintain a controlled pace. Arrive at Mweka Camp, enjoy dinner and finally rest after one of the longest days of your life. Tonight, you sleep knowing you stood on the Roof of Africa.

DAY 7: MWEKA CAMP → MWEKA GATE → MOSHI Distance: ~10 km Trekking Time: 3–4 hours Altitude: 3,080 m → 1,640 m Habitat: Rainforest Meals: Breakfast & Lunch The Final Descent After breakfast, begin your final descent through the beautiful Kilimanjaro rainforest. The air becomes warmer and the vegetation becomes greener as you lose altitude. Reach Mweka Gate, where you complete the official park procedures. After signing out, successful climbers receive their Kilimanjaro summit certificate. Your driver will meet you at the gate and transfer you to Moshi, Arusha, or another agreed destination. Congratulations — You Did It! Your 7-day Machame Route adventure comes to an end. You began the journey at the edge of the rainforest. You climbed through five extraordinary ecological zones. You faced the altitude. You pushed beyond your limits. And you stood at 5,895 metres — Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa. 7-Day Machame Route at a Glance Day Route Altitude Overnight Day 1 Machame Gate → Machame Camp 1,800 → 3,000 m Machame Day 2 Machame → Shira Camp 3,000 → 3,845 m Shira Day 3 Shira → Lava Tower → Barranco 3,845 → 4,630 → 3,960 m Barranco Day 4 Barranco → Karanga 3,960 → 4,035 m Karanga Day 5 Karanga → Barafu 4,035 → 4,640 m Barafu Day 6 Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka 4,640 → 5,895 → 3,080 m Mweka Day 7 Mweka → Mweka Gate → Arusha/Moshi 3,080 → 1,640 m — The Mountain. The Challenge. The Summit. 7 Days. 6 Nights. 5,895 Metres. One legendary achievement. The Machame Route is more than a path to the summit. It is a journey through rainforest, moorland, volcanic landscapes and the high-altitude Arctic Zone—ending at the highest point in Africa. With Mangi Africa Tours & Safari Ltd, you are supported by an experienced local mountain team from the first step to the final descent. Climb Higher. Push Further. Conquer Kilimanjaro. Mangi Africa Tours & Safari Ltd Explore Tanzania. Experience Africa. Create Memories That Last a Lifetime.