Kilimanjaro 7 days Machame route is highly recommended for high altitude acclimatization gain.Though the climbing can be done in a minimum of six days (five nights) on the mountain. However, it is most often tackled over seven days (six nights), for a better altitude acclimatization schedule. The success rate is significantly higher when using the seven day route. With an approximation of 62 km/ 37 miles from gate to gate. It is designed for physically fit people with some hiking experience, but plenty of first time trekker use the route as well and do just fine.
(JRO) Kilimanjaro International Airport (View Map)
09:30 Hrs
| Safety and Health | Classic | Deluxe | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Emergency Oxygen tanks | ||
| 2. | VHF handheld radios – Carried on each trek, for easy communication between guides,the camp manager and office. | ||
| 3. | Non alcoholic champagne on summit | ||
| 4. | Warm water for washing every day | ||
| 5. | Wash basins provided for each trekker, provided for each guest upon reaching camp | ||
| 6. | Clean, purified drinking water | ||
| 7. | Gamow Bag – Hyperbaric chamber (a portable altitude chamber) for emergencies. | ||
| 8. | Management and safety procedures | ||
| 9. | Rescue fees in mountain | ||
| 10. | Medical evacuation with AMREF Flying Doctors Or Kilimanjaro Search and Rescue | ||
| 11. | Stretcher / Litter – A fully rigid steel-framed litter | ||
| 12. | Portable personal flash toilet | ||
| 13. | Pulse-oximeter – To measure the oxygen level, for each climber daily. | ||
| 14. | ALTOX Personal Oxygen System | ||
| Meals on the Mountain | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | All meals while on the Mountain | ||
| 2. | Large portions of fresh, healthy and nutritious foods | ||
| Camping Equipment | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | Water proof tents on climbing, Mess tent, Crew tents, Cold-weather sleeping mats, High powered solar LED lights and Toilet tents | ||
| 2. | Aluminum dining tables, Large aluminum chairs with backs and armrests, for all meals. | ||
| Accommodation and Transport | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | Arrival and Departure transfers | ||
| 2. | All transportation in destination location | ||
| 3. | 2 nights classic standard hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek | ||
| 4. | 2 nights comfort hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek. | ||
| 5. | Accommodation – Bed and Breakfast | ||
| 6. | Full Board Accommodation – Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | ||
| Other Inclusions | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | All Government Tax and Park Entrance Fees | ||
| 2. | Fair and ethical treatment of porters | ||
| 3. | Experienced professional English speaking mountain guides | ||
| 4. | Porter to carry your day-pack during the summit attempt. |
One of Kilimanjaro’s main advantage is that, you do not have to be a mountaineer to conquer it. Whoever you are, you do not need a single piece of mountain climbing equipment or any prior climbing experience to summit the highest mountain in Africa. With good hiking boots and determination, you can make it to the top.
But that’s by no means to say that climbing this astonishing natural wonder will be a walk in the park. It is a grueling climb, often trying cold weather conditions, on uneven terrain and exposed to the elements. But we can assure you that the sense of achievement and the view from the summit will be well worth all the hard work. In the meantime, here’s what to expect along the way.
Arrive in Tanzania via Kilimanjaro International airport (JRO) Kilimanjaro Brothers staff will pick you up and transfer to Moshi town where you will spend the first night at a hotel. Those who will arrival through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya, we will pick them and transfer by Riverside Shuttle bus to Moshi.
Drive to Machame Gate (1,640 meters or 5,380 ft) and Climbing to Machame Camp/Machame hut (2,850 meters or 9,350 ft)
Hiking hours: 5-6 hours.
Distance: 11 Km or 7 miles.
Zone: Rainforest
Climbing from Machame Camp to Shira Camp 2 (3,810 meters or 12,500 feet)
Hiking hours: 5-6 hours.
Distance: 5 Km or 3 miles.
Zone: Low Alpine Zone
Climbing from Shira Camp 2 Via Lava Tower (4,630 m 15, 190 ft) to Barranco Camp (3,976 meters or 13,044 feet)
Hiking hours: 8- 9 hours.
Distance: 10 Km or 6 miles.
Zone: Low alpine zone to High alpine zone.
Climbing from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp (3,995 meters or 13,106 feet)
Hiking hours: 4- 5 hours.
Distance: 4 Km or 2 miles.
Zone: High alpine zone
Climbing from Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp (4.673 meters to 15,331 feet)
Hiking hours: 4 hours.
Distance: 4 Km or 2 miles.
Zone: High alpine zone
Climbing to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters or 19,341feet) and descend to Mweka Camp (10,000ft)
Hiking hours: 4-6 hours.Distance 12 Km or 7 Miles.
Zone: Glacial zone and the all preceding zones.
Descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters or 5,340 feet) 3 – 4 hours and distance 10 Km or 6 Miles. Transfer to the hotel for summit certificate and cerebration party. Overnight at Park View Inn.
Zone: Rainforest.
Total distance covered is: 62 Km or 37 miles.
Transfer to airport or continue with a safari.
End of climb
| Per Person | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Holiday Season discount | 2400 | 1900 | 1750 | 1750 | 1700 | 1700 | 1700 | 1650 | 1650 | 1600 |
| Classic Package | ||||||||||
| Price Rate | $ 2,400pp | $ 2,100pp | $ 2,035pp | $ 2,000pp | $ 1,955pp | $ 1,930pp | $ 1,920pp | $ 1,910pp | $ 1,900pp | $ 1,895pp |
| Deluxe Package | ||||||||||
| Price Rate | $ 2,800pp | $ 2,400pp | $ 2,350pp | $ 2,300pp | $ 2,250pp | $ 2,200pp | $ 2,150pp | $ 2,100pp | $ 2,050pp | $ 2,050pp |
