Experience the 7-day Mount Kilimanjaro Machame Route for a well-rested summit attempt. Break up the trek for better rest and increase your chances of reaching the top.
•Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - •Elevation (ft): 5,400ft to 9,400ft
•Distance: 11 km
•Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
•Habitat: Rain Forest
The drive from Arusha to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.
We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Lower down, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
- Breakfast included
The seven-day Machame route is the preferred plan for this trail. With this route, the hike from Barranco to Barafu is split over two days, which allows for a shorter day right before the challenge of reaching the summit. This is crucial as the final ascent starts very early, about midnight, which can lead to climbers experiencing sleep deprivation during the most demanding day on the mountain. By having a shorter day before, it helps climbers to be better prepared and rested.
Most leading Kilimanjaro operators highly suggest the 7-day Machame route.
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