Climb Africa's highest mountain with experienced mountain guides and porters.
Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895 metres, is Africa's highest mountain and the world's tallest free-standing peak. The Machame Route climbs through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert to the snowy summit at Uhuru Peak.
Our 8-day itinerary includes extra days for acclimatisation, which gives you a better chance of reaching the top. Experienced mountain guides, cooks and porters look after you all the way.
Best time to goJanuary to March and June to October.
Great forFit, adventurous travellers. No technical climbing experience needed.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Arrive MoshiGear check and briefing.
- Machame Gate to Machame CampThrough the rainforest.
- Shira CampOut onto the moorland.
- Lava Tower to BarrancoClimb high, sleep low.
- Barranco Wall to KarangaThe famous scramble.
- Barafu CampRest before the summit night.
- Uhuru PeakSunrise at 5,895 metres, then descend to Mweka.
- Descend and celebrateBack to Moshi for a hot shower and a party.
Every Afritrek safari is private, so you can start on any date and change any part of this plan.
What's included
Included
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park and conservation fees
- Accommodation and meals on safari
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Optional extras such as balloon flights
- Drinks at lodges
