9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Bamba Trek (Machame Route)

9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Bamba Trek (Machame Route)

This 9-day hiking adventure takes you up the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, conquering the highest peak in Africa! Travel with experienced guides via the scenic Machame Route, the second most popular route on the mountain with picturesque and stunning views of nearby Meru and Kilimanjaro landscapes. Trek along physically demanding routes and camp under the stars on the mountain on the way to the top.

Day 1: Moshi  Bus Station Pick-Up (D)

Pick up at Moshi bus station and transfer to your accommodation in Moshi. Tonight, you will get briefed on your upcoming trek. Overnight in Moshi.

Day 2: Transfer to Machame Gate (1,790m) & Trek to Machame Camp (3,010m) (B/L/D)

Drive to the Machame Gate at the Kilimanjaro National Park where you will start your trek. After park entrance formalities, you will begin your ascent. After 6 hours of hiking you will reach Machame Camp [3,000m] where you will enjoy a hearty evening meal. Overnight at Machame Camp.

Day 3: Trek to Shira Camp (3,845m) (B/L/D)

Get up early and start climbing along a steep path towards Shira Camp [3,845m]. Enjoy a short lunch before continuing up a rocky ridge to the Shira Plateau. Have a delicious evening meal and overnight at Shira Camp [3,845m]. Overnight at Shira Camp on Mount Kilimanjaro

Day 4: Trek to Barranco Camp (3,960) via Lava Tower (4,640) (B/L/D)

Today will be an acclimatization day so your body can adjust to the altitude. Have a relaxing breakfast and then set off on a 6-7 hour trek from Shira Camp to the Lava Tower [4,640m], before continuing through the Barranco Valley to Barranco Camp [3,960m]. Overnight at Barranco Camp.

Day 5: Trek to Karanga Camp (4,035m) (B/L/D)

Begin the day climbing up the imposing Great Barranco Wall before reaching Karanga Camp [4,035m]. Overnight at Karanga Camp.

Day 6: Trek to Barafu Camp (4,600m) (B/L/D)

Awaken to the sunrise reflecting off Mount Kibo summit today before setting out on your 3-4 hour hike to reach Barafu Camp [4,600m] situated on a narrow ridge. Overnight at Barafu Camp on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 7: Trek to Uhuru Peak (5,896m) & to Millennium Camp (3,790m) (B/L/D)

Today is the big “summit day!” Begin your trek towards Stella Point [4,685m] reaching the crater rim in about 5-7 hours. Trek for another 1-2 hours to Uhuru Peak [5,895m]. Descend along the same route back to Barafu Camp, then trek back down to Millennium Camp [3,790m]. Overnight at Millennium Camp.

Day 8: Trek to Mweka Gate (1,630m) & Transfer to Moshi (B)

Descend back down to reach the Mweka Gate. Overnight in Moshi.  

Day 9: Moshi Bus Station Drop-Off (B)

Today your trip comes to an end with a bus station drop-off for your departure. You will leave with amazing memories and remember this trip for the rest of your life!