Kilimanjaro, Machame route, 7 days

Day by day

1. Day 1Machame Gate to Machame Camp

   Rainforest trail, about 5 to 6 hours.

2. Day 2Machame to Shira Camp

   Moorland and big views.

3. Day 3Shira to Barranco via Lava Tower

   Climb high, sleep low for acclimatisation.

4. Day 4Barranco to Karanga

   The Barranco Wall scramble, then across the valley.

5. Day 5Karanga to Barafu

   Short day, early rest before the summit.

6. Day 6Summit and descent to Mweka

   Midnight start, Uhuru Peak at sunrise, long descent.

7. Day 7Mweka Gate and certificate

   Walk out, certificate, transfer to your hotel.