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Mount Kilimanjaro Ethical Climbing via Machame Route 9 Days

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Mount Kilimanjaro Ethical Climbing via Machame Route 9 Days

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Mount Kilimanjaro Ethical Climbing via Machame Route 9 Days

Machame ("Whiskey") Route is also known as the "Whiskey" route, the Machame route is now the most popular route on the mountain. Compared with Marangu, the days on Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. The Machame route is considered a difficult route, and is better suited for more adventurous folks and those with some hiking or backpacking experience. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, although seven days is r

Arrive in Tanzania

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a pick up private transfer waiting to the hotel in Moshi. All airport transfers are the part of the package, no extra fee is required. We will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check. We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance. Meal Plan: Breakfast Hotel based on Bed and Breakfast Read more

Hotel in Moshi, 1 night

Moshi-Machame Hut

A one-hour drive from Moshi lays the gate to the Machame route, where you will complete park formalities, meet your crew of porters and start to climb! The first section of the route climbs steadily and involves real jungle bashing through magnificent forest. This path is less well-trodden and is often wet and muddy underfoot. Camp at Machame Hut (3100m). Trekking Time: 4-6 hours ⎟Distance: 9 km⎟Altitude Gain: 1210 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Machame hut, 1 night

Machame Hut – Shira Caves

The route continues on up through the forest until reaching the steep ascent on the Shira Plateau, where there are rewarding views of the mountain. Looking back, you will be able to see Mt. Meru rising high above Arusha town. Camp at Shira Caves (3840 m). Trekking Time: 4-6 hours ⎟ Distance: 5 km ⎟ Altitude Gain: 740 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Shira Caves,1 night

Shira Caves -­ Barranco Camp

Walking now on high moorland, the landscape changes the entire character of the trek. You will traverse the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach, finally reaching Barranco Camp (3900 m). The day has been spent at altitude (up to 4600 m), but you will have followed the mountaineering code of ‘walk high, sleep low’ to avoid altitude sickness by aiding your bodies in acclimatization. Trekking Time: 6 – 7 hours ⎟ Distance: 10 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 60 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Read more

Camp at Barranco, 1 night
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BarrancoCamp -Karanga Valley

Start the day by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. Then exit steeply, up what has been termed the Breakfast Wall, which divides you from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It is a climb over rocks, although not technical. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, head towards the Karanga Valley (4000 m) for overnight. Trekking Time: 4-5 hours ⎟ Distance: 5 km ⎟ Altitude Gain: 100 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp-Karanga Valley, 1 night

Karanga Valley - Barafu Camp

The day is characterized by a short hike on terrain formed by scree. Walkthrough arid land towards Barafu Camp (4600 m) where you have the entire afternoon to rest before ascending towards the summit. Trekking Time: 2-4 hours ⎟ Distance: 4 km ⎟ Altitude Gain: 600 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Barafu Camp, 1 night

Barafu Camp - Uhuru Peak - M

We avoid walking too long in the heat of the sun today by starting around midnight, walking steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. You will be climbing scree for 5 to 6 hours but you gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. You should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5750 m) as the first rays of the sun emerge. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround you and the views to Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walk takes you to your goal, the summit of Uhuru (5896 m), the highest point; Uhuru means freedom in Swahili. Trekking Time: 6-8 hours ⎟ Distance: 7 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 1296 m After a quick celebration and photos at the top, you will begin the descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope back to Barafu Camp for breakfast and a short rest before finally heading down to Millennium Camp (3000 m) for a well-earned rest. On the descent, you will have fabulous views of the plains and Mawenzi peak. Trekking Time: 6-8 hours ⎟ Distance: 12 km ⎟ Altitude Loss: 2896 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Millennium 1 night
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Millennium Camp - Moshi

A gentle trek takes you down through the rainforest to the Mweka Gate (1640 m), where park formalities will be completed, you will be met by our vehicles, and receive your certificate of ascent courtesy of the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority. Thereafter, drive back to Moshi where you can treat yourself to a well-earned shower and a cold beer or two. Trekking Time: 4-5 hours ⎟ Distance: 10 km ⎟ Altitude Loss: 1360. Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch. Hotel based on Bed and Breakfast Read more

Hotel in Moshi, 1 night

Departure day in Tanzania

We will transfer you from the hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will fly back home. if you will have more time you can extend your tour to wildlife safari in the northern circuit to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Manyara, and Zanzibar, but additional cost will be required. Meal Plan: Breakfast Read more

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Moshi-Kilimanjaro
Day 2
Location Machame Hut
Hotel Camping
Day 3
Location Shira Caves
Hotel Camping
Day 4
Location Barranco Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 5
Location Karanga Valley
Hotel Camping
Day 6
Location Barafu Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 7
Location Millennium Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 8
Location Moshi-Kilimanjaro
Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Moshi-Kilimanjaro
Day 2
Location Machame Hut
Hotel Camping
Day 3
Location Shira Caves
Hotel Camping
Day 4
Location Barranco Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 5
Location Karanga Valley
Hotel Camping
Day 6
Location Barafu Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 7
Location Millennium Camp
Hotel Camping
Day 8
Location Moshi-Kilimanjaro

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • 2 ways airport transfers.
  • Park fees, Rescues fees include 18% VAT and Government taxes.
  • The adequate and appropriate number of guides, porters, and cooks.
  • Transfers to and from the route gate(s) (2 transfers).
  • Camping equipment.
  • 2 nights in a hotel in Moshi on a Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • 3 full fresh meals daily.
  • Hot drinks on the mountain and Hot water for washing.
  • 3-4 liters of mineral per Climber.
  • Emergency evacuation covers by Kilimanjaro Search and Rescue helicopter but the climber must have insurance which covers up to
  • 6000 meters above sea level.
  • The guide carries a Pulse Ox meter, used to take blood-oxygen level readings of clients twice a day.
  • Basic first aid kit (for use in emergencies only).
  • Porter to carry your duffel bag, with a maximum weight of 15kg / 32 lbs, from one camp to the next camp.
  • Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only.
  • Portable toilets for the trek with the tent for Kilimanjaro trek.
  • Kilimanjaro National Park certificate if you summit.

Package excludes

  • International or Domestic Airfare.
  • Airport charges.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Visa, consular 76fees or any other formalities.
  • Tips for the Mountain crew.
  • Beverages.
  • Additional journeys and transfers.
  • Personal hiking/trekking gear (sleeping bag) – you could rent some of the gear in Tanzania.
  • Snacks, personal medicine, and water purifying tablets.
  • Meals and drinks not specified.

More information

  • ETHICAL KILIMANJARO CLIMB
  • We are doing ethical climbs and responsible Trekking; we believe the tourism industry has an obligation and a great opportunity to protect the world‟s natural habitats, cultural heritage sites, and communities. We actively promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
  • We are not doing cheap Climb, cheap climb means we are doing tourism while exploiting our Porters who are the ones who make Kilimanjaro trek possible for the vast majority of climbers, and who do all the heavy lifting. Fair and ethical treatment of our porters (crew) is one of the important priorities of Eco-Africa Climbing when we do climb.
  • Guidelines for tipping are as follows
  • Guide – $15 to $20 per day
  • Assistant Guide – $10 to 15 per day
  • Cook– $10 to $15 per day
  • Porters – $5 to $8 per day per porter
  • These tips are paid as a group rather than by each climber. For example, in a group of 5 climbers, each climber would contribute $3 – $4/day for the guide’s tip.

REVIEWS

6 Reviews

Albert, United States

The tour we took with Eco-Africa climbing was actually one of our best experiences during our holiday. Frederick was a wonderful host - very helpful, very friendly and with his eco-african colleague and driver Freddie he gave us some Tanzanian memories we will never forget. He took us to local restaurants and bars, showed us Moshi and drove us to town whenever we needed to go. In the weekend he arranged a trip to Marangu. In the evening we cooked chagga (the local tribe) - food (pork with fried green bananas and salad) great to taste! and next days we went on a coffee-tour to see how you cultivated, dry and roast your own coffebeans, next we went to an underground chagga-cave and last we went to see a very beautiful waterfall! Everything was very well-arranged, and we will definitely recommend everyone to book their kilimanjaro trek, safari, or maybe just a day-tour with the Eco-african company! Read more

Cheng C., United States

My friend and I climbed the Kilimanjaro with Eco-Africa travel tours. They are very efficient and engaging, we were able to climb the day after we signed the contract. Also, the climbing was good as well. The guides, porters and cook were doing a wonderful job helping us make to the top. I would recommend using this tour agency for your travel to Kilimanjaro. Read more

Angy, United States

This team treats you like family. We were informed, save, encouraged, and had a lot of fun on this trip while pushing our personal boundaries. Highly Recommendad!!!

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