Trekker hiking on the Kilimanjaro Machame route through lush rainforests

KILIMANJARO MACHAME ROUTE DAY HIKE

Duration: 9 hours
Start point: Machame Gate
Activity: Trekking
Difficulty: Easy
Max elevation: 10,000 ft. | 2,980 m
Min. age: 13

Kilimanjaro Machame Route Day Hike overview:

A great option to experience the beauty and thrill of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the Machame route day hike is perfect for those looking for a quick getaway in the mountains. You will explore the wide rainforest belt of the Machame route without trekking all the way to the summit and witness the extensive flora and fauna as you’re surrounded by the cacophony of exotic birds and calls of the unique endemic wildlife.

Kilimanjaro Machame Route Day Hike highlights:

Trek on the Machame route in just a single day
Explore a lush rainforest
Enjoy lunch at a campsite in the wilderness

Pick up point:

Lodging

Inclusions:

- Lunch
- Park fees
- Transport from lodge to Machame Gate and back
- Guide fee

Exclusions:

- International airfare
- Visas
- Personal spending money
- Extra day(s) on mountain
- Helicopter evacuation
- Personal gear
- Personal medical kit
- Travel insurance
- Emergency transport costs
- Tips to crew

Sketch itinerary:

- Assemble at Machame Gate
- Begin hike up the Machame route
- Stop at a campsite on the Machame route for lunch
- Descend back to the Machame Gate

What to expect:

- Trek through dense shrubbery
- Few slightly challenging stretches of steep terrain

What to carry:

- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Comfortable hiking clothes (avoid bright colours, i.e., white, red, etc.).
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- A day pack (can be shared between 2)
- Water bottle
- Passport
- Medication (if required to carry any)
- Insect repellent
- Poncho (rain jacket)

When to go:

Dec – Feb and June – Oct. It is also possible to go during March – May and November, but chance of rain is very high.

Photos

Itinerary:

Day 1 of the Kilimanjaro Machame Route Day Hike:

You’ll be picked up from your lodge by 07:30am and drive to the Machame Gate for entry formalities. Then, you’ll begin your trek to the Machame Camp through a teeming rainforest. On your way, you’ll break for lunch and then continue your trek. After some rest and photos, you’ll begin your descent back to the gate via the Kilimanjaro Machame Route. Your trip ends here.

Hiking time: 4-6 hrs for the ascent, 2-3 hrs for the descent

Meals provided: Lunch

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