8 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Climb

Climb Kilimanjaro’s Machame Route on this 8-day guided trek — conquer Africa’s highest peak with expert support, scenic trails, and thrilling challenges on Tanzania’s most beautiful Kilimanjaro climbing route.

Trek Overview

8 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Climb (6 Days on Trek)

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi, Tanzania’s trekking hub. Relax and settle in at The Maridadi Hotel (or similar) for dinner and overnight, preparing for the adventure ahead.

Explore Day-to-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to Moshi, the bustling base town for Kilimanjaro climbs. Check into The Maridadi Hotel (or similar) for a relaxing evening, dinner, and preparation for your trek.

Day 2: Machame Gate (1,828m) to Machame Camp (3,020m)

Start with a hearty breakfast, followed by a drive to Machame Gate for registration and trek briefing. Hike through lush montane forest on muddy, often slippery trails for about 7 hours. Arrive at Machame Camp where your tents will be ready, and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Day 3: Machame Camp (3,020m) to Shira Camp (3,840m)

Climb a steep ridge, leaving the forest behind as you enter moorland and heath zones. Cross a dramatic river gorge and reach the beautiful Shira Plateau after around 6 hours. Overnight at Shira Camp with stunning views all around.

Day 4: Shira Camp (3,847m) to Lava Tower (4,642m) to Barranco Camp (3,984m)

Spend the day trekking across high-altitude semi-desert landscapes, ascending to Lava Tower for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp. This 7-hour hike rewards you with views of Kibo’s glaciers and the stunning Barranco Valley. Overnight at Barranco Camp.

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3,984m) to Barafu Camp (4,681m)

Conquer the impressive Barranco Wall, then continue across ridges and valleys through alpine desert to reach Barafu Camp. This tough 8-hour trek brings you to your summit base camp — rest early and prepare gear for the summit push.

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Begin the final ascent just after midnight, climbing steep scree slopes toward Stella Point. Reach Uhuru Peak — the highest point in Africa — by sunrise! After celebrating your achievement, descend carefully back to Barafu for a break, then continue down to Mweka Camp.

Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,641m)

Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll sign the register and receive your well-earned summit certificate. Transfer back to Moshi for dinner and a final night at The Maridadi Hotel (or similar).

Day 8: Departure

Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. End of services.