Machame is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro thanks to its dramatic scenery, the famous Barranco Wall and a climb-high, sleep-low profile. Our 8-day version gives your body maximum time to acclimatize, pushing summit-success rates to the very highest.
Wind up through dripping rainforest, watching for blue monkeys, to your first tented camp on the forest edge.
Meal plan: Full board
Climb steeply out of the forest onto the heath and moorland of the Shira Plateau, with grand views of Kibo ahead.
Meal plan: Full board
Climb high to Lava Tower at 4,600m for acclimatization, then descend into the sheltered Barranco valley beneath towering senecios.
Meal plan: Full board
Scramble the thrilling Barranco Wall, then traverse a series of ridges and valleys to the Karanga campsite.
Meal plan: Full board
An extra day to rest and acclimatize with a short hike toward the Kosovo ridge, sharpening your body for summit night.
Meal plan: Full board
A short climb across the alpine desert brings you to Barafu, the summit base camp. Rest early ahead of the midnight start.
Meal plan: Full board
Ascend by headlamp to Stella Point and on to Uhuru Peak at 5,895m for sunrise over the glaciers, then descend to Mweka Camp.
Meal plan: Full board
A final forest descent to the gate and your summit certificate, then transfer back to your Arusha hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast
We understand every traveller has unique needs, so each itinerary can be tailored to match your preferences, pace, interests, comfort level, and desired exclusivity.
Prices are per person in USD by group size. Optional upgrades: extra hotel nights, private departures, and a safari or Zanzibar extension after your climb.
Prices are per person by group size. Larger groups of 6–8+ are priced lower — just ask for a quote. Excludes international flights, visa, tips and travel insurance.
Classic — quality 4-season tents, full mountain crew, bottled oxygen and twice-daily medical checks.
Premium — everything in Classic, plus spacious walk-in tents and extra crew for maximum comfort on the mountain.
We don’t sell off-the-shelf packages. Every traveller — every couple, family and group of friends — is different, so tell us your dates, your pace and your dream, and we’ll craft a safari that is entirely your own.
