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The Machame
Route.
The six days
Mount Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route is a difficult route even though
it’s the best choice because of its acclimation profile. Compared to other
routes the Machame route exposes the climber to higher elevations quicker (day
three) which kick starts the body’s adaptation to altitude. However, six routes
require the person to have the physical strength to be able to survive over
challenges elevation gains and losses.
Your Itinerary
DAY
1. ARRIVAL.
You will be collected by one of our staff at
Kilimanjaro Airport for transfer to your hotel as per the program booked.
After some rest at the hotel where you can avail yourself of all its amenities
including hot showers, comfortable beds, free WI-FI and swimming pool, a
briefing and pre-climb check of your readiness will be conducted by your climb
manager.
NB: Start of hotel check-in: 2:00 PM.
DAY
2. TREKKING FROM MACHAME GATE TO MACHAME CAMP.
A guide and a mountain support crew will
arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and hold a quick
briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park's
entrance, Machame Gate (1,800 m). After the quick formality of acquiring
climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group
will start trekking up to Machame Camp (3,010 m). The first stage of climbing Kilimanjaro on the Machame Route includes passage
through the rain forest (where tropical showers are highly probable), so we
recommend you take not only spare clothes but also your raincoats.
This will be your first day at this altitude,
so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this
point on:
Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine
Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently) Take
a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain
climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order
to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you
consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies.
At night you may experience discomfort
associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in
your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day.
Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a
headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start
feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness.
Altitude: Machame Gate (1,800 m) —
Machame Camp (3,010 m)
Distance: 5 km
Time: 5–6 hrs.
DAY 3.
TREKKING FROM MACHAME CAMP TO SHIRA CAMP.
After breakfast you will start trekking up to
the second high-altitude camp, Shira Camp (3,845 m). On this day you will
emerge from the rain forest and for the first time be able to see stunning
views of the Shira Plateau laid out in front of you. Physically speaking, the
trekking is not very difficult, but you may feel the changes in altitude, so
pay attention to your body and remember that choosing the proper pace is
extremely important for good trekking. When you reach the camp, you will have
lunch and some rest, after which the group will go on an acclimatization hike
towards Lava Tower Camp with a 300-meter gain in altitude. Back down at Shira
Camp you will be served a hot dinner.
NB: The acclimatization hike is an easy trek with a slight
gain in altitude done in order to speed up the acclimatization process. You
should take the acclimatization hikes very seriously. They help increase your
chances of successfully climbing
Mount Kilimanjaro up the
Machame Route and save you from the consequences of altitude sickness.
Trekking from Machame Camp to Shira Camp:Altitude: Machame Camp (3,010 m) — Shira
Camp (3,845 m)Distance: 5 km Time: 4–5hrs.
Acclimatization hike:Altitude: Shira Camp (3,845 m) —
Destination point en route to Lava Tower (4,120 m)
Distance: 2 km
Time: 1–2 hrs.
DAY
4. SHIRA TO BARRANCO CAMP VIA AN ASCENT TO THE LAVA TOWER.
Depart Shira Camp after breakfast and head
towards Lava Tower ascending from 3,845 to 4,630 m. The rise-and-fall The nature of this trek may present some difficulties. However, the 4,600 m altitude
at the Lava Tower itself is crucial for proper acclimatization. The lunch break
will take place here in order to give you some extra high-altitude time before
descending approximately 650 m to Barranco Camp (3,960 m), which is the next
overnight stop on this route.
Then you will descend to Barranco Camp (3,960
m). Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall, impressive in both its massive
size and steepness! The next day you will be climbing it, but don't worry: it
features a very simple hiking trail.
NB: In those cases where some group
members feel uncomfortable climbing up to Lava Tower, the route may be changed
to bypass it resulting in the highest point reached 4,400 meters.
Altitude: Shira Camp (3,845 m) — Lava
Tower (4,630 m) — Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
Distance: 11 km
Time: 6–8 hrs.
DAY
5. BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA.
On this day it is best to make an early start
to avoid crowding on the way up Barranco Wall. Despite the Wall's seemingly
daunting height and steepness, the actual climb is rather merciful at a mere
hour or so. The top provides a great photo opportunity with Kibo Peak as the
backdrop. The next part of the day is rife with ups and downs where your guides
will choose the best place for individual climbers. A lunch break at Karanga
Camp shall be followed by an acclimatization climb towards Barafu with its
highest point being 4,270 m. The group then drops back to Karanga Camp for the
overnight.
Trekking between Barranco and Karanga Camp: Altitude: Barranco: 3,960 m
- Karanga: 4,035 distance: 5 km time: 4–5 hrs.
Acclimatization climb: Altitude: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — the highest point reached: 4,270 m
Distance: 2.5 km
Time: 1–2 hrs.
DAY
6. KARANGA TO BARAFU CAMP.
After breakfast, you begin your way to Barafu
Summit Camp (4,640 m). Our team will set up a camp for you ahead of time,
including tents and sleeping bags, so you can relax. After regaining strength,
you have to complete an acclimatization climb towards intermediate Kosovo
Summit Camp with its highest point being 4,800 m and then back to Barafu
Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the
remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting.
Trekking between Karanga and Barafu Camp:Altitude: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Barafu
Camp (4,640 m)Distance: 6 km time: 4–5 hrs.
Acclimatization climb:Altitude: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Kosovo
Camp (4,800 m)
Distance: 2 km
Time: 1–2 hrs.
DAY
7. SUMMITING ON UHURU PEAK AND DESCENT TO MILLENNIUM CAMP.
Summiting starts around midnight from 4,635 m,
ending on Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m. While the trek itself is fairly simple,
rarified mountain air does pose a challenge. Therefore, a guide who will
monitor their condition throughout the climb shall accompany every two climbers
ensuring safety above all. Upon summiting, you shall have an opportunity to
walk on the nearby glacier. The descent to 3,820 m at Millennium Camp starts
after a two-hour rest back at Barafu Camp.
NB: Descent is deceptively easy with treacherous footing
and results in 90% of accidents. Mind your feet if you want to avoid falling
and damaged toenails! Altitude: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak
(5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m)
Distance: 15.5 km
Time: 7–12 hrs.
DAY
8. MILLENNIUM CAMP TO MWEKA GATE.
This last camp’s position being far lower at
the forest line will afford you a good night’s sleep further enhanced by
thoughts of having reached the top. Breakfast will be followed by the return to
1,650 m at the final point in this adventure- Mweka Gate. After a short
celebration with the whole of the climb crew and arrival at our offices, you
will receive your climb certificates, followed by the drive to your lodge.
Altitude: Millennium Camp (3,820 m) —
Mweka Gate (1,650 m)
Distance: 12 km
Time: 4–5 hrs.
DAY
9. DEPARTURE HOTEL TO AIRPORT TRANSFER.
NB: Typical check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late checking out is
available for guests with late flights, though they may incur extra fees.
What's included – Price will
be USD 2450 pp
·
Meeting at Kilimanjaro
International Airport.
·
Transfer to the hotel
— Aishi Machame Hotel
·
Accommodation prior to
the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room)
·
Transfer to the trail
head
·
Professional mountain
crew
·
Professional mountain
crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and
"Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 7 years of
experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with a porter (who
can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage)
·
Kilimanjaro National
Park rescue fees
·
Camping/hut fees
·
3 square meals daily.
The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat,
fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request;
·
Modern The North Face
VE-25 tents.
·
3 square meals daily.
The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat,
fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request;
·
Modern The North Face
VE-25 tents.
·
First aid kit
·
Warm and comfortable
sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
·
Group equipment
(dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
·
Meeting the group at
the National Park exit and transfer to the hotel
·
Accommodation after
the climb ( at Karama Lodge Arusha)
·
International
certificates for a successful ascent
·
Return transfer to
Kilimanjaro airport.
·
Basic tour package
price includes sharing a twin room. If you need a single bed accommodation
only, kindly advise or double bed too.
What's not included
- Airline tickets.
- Visa fee.
- Lunch and dinner at the hotel
(before and after the ascent).
- Personal gear rentals.
- Tips for the mountain crew
(200–250 USD per person).
- Mountaineering insurance.
NB: Don't forget to Cary your passport(s) when
you’re heading to the park. It's Mandatory.
Mwajabu Mo. Sultan.
Director of sales.
Phone:+255713482526.
Tanzania Mwangaza Safaris & Tours
Email:reservations@mwangazasafaris.co.tz
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