Start your day early with a pick-up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and embark on a scenic 1.5 to 2-hour drive to the Machame Gate, the starting point of your Kilimanjaro adventure. After completing the registration process and meeting your experienced guide and porters, begin your hike through the lush montane forest, enjoying the vibrant flora and fauna as you ascend. Take breaks to rest and hydrate, and marvel at the changing landscape as the trail transitions into the heather zone. Reach Machame Camp, located at 3,000 meters, in time for a packed lunch with breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau and Mount Meru. After lunch, start your descent back to Machame Gate, savoring the serene environment and capturing photos of the unique scenery. Upon arrival at the gate, celebrate your accomplishment with your team before boarding your vehicle for the return journey to Arusha or Moshi. Reflect on your day's adventure during the drive back and arrive at your hotel in the early evening, concluding a memorable day hike on the Machame Route.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to Machame gate/ 1-2 hour back to Moshi/Arusha
Meals Plan: Picnic Lunch
Journey time and Altitude: 5 – 6 hours walking from 1640m at Machame Gate to 2972m at the Machame Camp
Walking distance: 11km/7miles
- Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi to Machame Gate
- Professional mountain guide and porters
- Packed lunch and drinking water
- Kilimanjaro National Park entry fees
- Walking poles and gaiters (if needed)
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, additional snacks)
- Tips and gratuities for the guide and porters
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Any additional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Gear and equipment for hiking (available for rent if needed)
