The Kilimanjaro Cloud Forest

This is an intermediate route, not the easiest, but also not the most challenging. It is the most popular of the ‘outfield’ routes, beginning near Machame Village, some 20 miles north of Moshi. It is widely regarded by Kilimanjaro aficionados as the most scenically attractive of a cluster of superb route options, and is indeed a trekking experience comparable to any other in the world.

The highlight of Machame Route is a long trek through the pristine cloud forest that cloaks the lower slopes.

Machame Route is a 7-day climb, with 5 of those days directed at the summit. Its main advantage lies in its rush to high altitude in the first two days, and then another two days at a broadly even altitude that allows for a measured adjustment to conditions of altitude.

The trail follows the Southern Circuit, joining with Lemosho Route at Shira 2 Camp, and then continuing eastwards around the southern flanks of Kibo until the summit is reached via Barafu Camp situated on the southeastern slopes.

MEM Tours Africa offers several Machame Route options, with longer or shorter versions depending on your preference. Contact us directly or check out the trip options for details…

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