7-Day Machame Route Climb + 1-Day Arusha National Park Safari
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This compact and exciting 9-day itinerary offers the perfect balance between high-altitude trekking and Tanzania’s rich wildlife. Conquer Mount Kilimanjaro via the iconic Machame Route – known for its scenic beauty and success rate – and top it off with a refreshing day safari in Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s most unique and accessible parks.
Package Highlights
- 7-day fully guided climb on Machame Route, Kilimanjaro’s most scenic path
- Professional mountain crew, quality tents, and full support
- Summit attempt to Uhuru Peak – 5,895m
- 1-day wildlife safari in Arusha National Park
- All accommodation, meals, park fees, and transfers included
- Perfect for adventurers with limited time
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Tour Plan
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Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). You'll be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Moshi, where you can relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, meet your mountain guide for a pre-climb briefing and equipment check.
Overnight: Park View Inn or similar
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
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Day 2: Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)
After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate, where your climb officially begins. Hike through lush montane rainforest with towering trees and moss-covered vegetation. Today’s trek is a steady uphill climb to Machame Camp, your first overnight stop on the mountain.
- Hiking Distance: 11 km
- Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
- Overnight: Machame Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3: Machame Camp – Shira Camp (3,840m)
Leave the forest behind as the trail climbs through moorland and heather zone. Along the way, enjoy expansive views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak. This shorter day allows you to slowly acclimatize.
- Hiking Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
- Overnight: Shira Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Shira Camp – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,950m)
Today is an acclimatization day using the “hike high, sleep low” strategy. Climb up to the impressive Lava Tower at 4,630m before descending to the scenic Barranco Camp, nestled beneath the towering Barranco Wall.
- Hiking Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
- Overnight: Barranco Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (3,995m)
One of the most exciting parts of the trek awaits: climbing the famous Barranco Wall. Though steep, it’s not technical and offers rewarding views. The rest of the day is a gentle trek through alpine landscapes to Karanga Camp.
- Hiking Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
- Overnight: Karanga Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Today is a short but important day as you reach Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit. After an early dinner, rest and prepare for the midnight push to the summit of Africa’s highest peak.
- Hiking Distance: 4 km
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Overnight: Barafu Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Summit Day – Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp
Summit day! Wake up around midnight and begin your ascent under the stars. After hours of steady climbing, reach Uhuru Peak – the highest point in Africa – just in time for sunrise. Soak in your achievement before descending to Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.
- Hiking Distance: 17 km
- Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
- Overnight: Mweka Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your climbing certificate. After celebrating with your team, transfer back to Moshi for a hot shower and some well-deserved rest.
- Hiking Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Overnight: Park View Hotel or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 9: Arusha National Park Safari – Departure
Today is a relaxing but enriching finale to your adventure. Travel to Arusha National Park, where you can enjoy a walking safari with a park ranger, game drives, and optionally, canoeing on Momella Lakes. Look out for giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, flamingos, and perhaps even glimpses of Mount Meru.
In the afternoon, we’ll transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport for your departure, marking the end of an extraordinary journey.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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