6 Days – Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Trek
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Price:
$2140.00
Duration
6 Days
People:
21
Language
All Languages
Tour Overview
Embark on an 8-day adventure to conquer Africa’s highest peak via the scenic Machame Route. This trail offers a perfect balance between challenge, beauty, and acclimatization, taking you through lush rainforests, moorlands, and alpine deserts before reaching the iconic Uhuru Peak. Experience breathtaking views, expert guidance, and the unmatched hospitality of Evya Adventures throughout your journey.
What Included
All meals while on the Mountain
Conservation fees (part of park fees)
Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
Clean, purified drinking water
Not included
Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
Travel insurance
Personal items
International and domestic flights
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Tour Plan
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Day 1: Arrival
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where a representative from Evya Adventures will meet and transfer you to your hotel. Settle into comfortable accommodation with hot water, a swimming pool, and internet access. In the evening, attend a pre-climb briefing with our team to review your gear and itinerary. Note: Check-in starts at 2:00 PM. To avoid additional transfer costs, align your group’s arrival and departure times. -
Day 2: Trekking from Machame Gate to Machame Camp
After breakfast, meet your mountain crew and transfer to Machame Gate (1,800 m) — the starting point of your climb. Once permits are cleared, begin your trek through the lush rainforest, where tropical rains are common. By evening, arrive at Machame Camp (3,000 m) for dinner and rest. Trekking time: 5–6 hours | Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) -
Day 3: Trekking from Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Leave the forest behind as the trail opens to moorland with expansive views of the Shira Plateau. Upon reaching Shira Camp (3,750 m), enjoy lunch and rest before an acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower (4,120 m), then descend for dinner and overnight. Trekking time: 4–5 hours | Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) -
Day 4: Trekking from Shira Camp to Lava Tower and Descent to Barranco Camp
Hike toward the dramatic Lava Tower (4,600 m), where you’ll stop for lunch and acclimatization. Afterward, descend to Barranco Camp (3,900 m), located at the base of the stunning Barranco Wall — tomorrow’s challenge. Trekking time: 6–8 hours | Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) -
Day 5: Trekking from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Start early with a climb up the Barranco Wall, then continue through a series of ascents and descents toward Karanga Camp for lunch. After resting, continue your trek to Barafu Camp (4,673 m), the base camp for your summit attempt. Eat early and rest well for the midnight ascent. Trekking time: 8–10 hours | Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) -
Day 6: Ascent to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Millennium Camp
Depart Barafu Camp around midnight for the final push to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — the Roof of Africa! After celebrating your summit, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest, then continue to Millennium Camp (3,950 m) for the night. Trekking time: 8–12 hours | Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) -
Day 7: Descent from Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate
Enjoy your last breakfast on the mountain before descending through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640 m). Receive your Evya Adventures summit certificate and celebrate with your team before transferring back to your hotel. Trekking time: 4–5 hours | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) -
Day 8: Departure
Relax at the hotel before your transfer to the airport. Note: Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available upon request.
