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Kilimanjaro Expedition 2026: 11-Day Machame Route Trek
$3,680
Climb Kilimanjaro via the seven-day Machame Route on an 11-day expedition from October 17–27, 2026. Extra acclimatization time, experienced local guides and complete logistical support help you prepare for a demanding journey to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point.
Duration : 11 days
Location : Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
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Your Purchase Includes
Seven-day Machame Route summit trek
Expert guides, park fees and emergency oxygen
Hotels, transfers and activity-day meals
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About the Practitioner
About Global Shenanigans
Chris is the sole owner and operator of Global Shenanigans. An adventure travel and outdoor industry expert with experience leading groups in wilderness environments since 2012.
As an accredited British Canoeing Sea Kayak Leader, Level 2 Paddle Sports Coach, White Water Rescue Technician and Wilderness First Responder, Chris ensures the utmost standards of safety and professionalism are met on all expeditions by attending each and every one personally.
We partner with local operators to co-lead the trips, helping create an authentic cultural experience in a safe and comfortable setting. This creates an unparalleled combination of Chris’ well-rounded experience of worldwide adventure travel and the wealth of local knowledge that can only come from a long-time community resident.
By joining forces with local companies, we bring business to the community, rather than take from it. This allows us to deliver authentic experiences to a superior standard, anywhere in the world. -
Location
Padstow Cornwall PL28 8AF GB
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Contact
Store name: Global Shenanigans
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Terms & Conditions
1. Your Holiday Booking
A booking will exist as soon as you have paid the deposit. This booking is made on the terms of these booking conditions. When you make a booking, you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions.
Global Shenanigans acts as group leader and organiser only.
2. Paying for Your Holiday
When you make your booking, you must pay a deposit as outlined in our offer. The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 2 months before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time we shall retain your deposit.
3. If You Cancel Your Holiday
You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking must be sent to the following e-mail address: chris@global-shenanigans.com. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay cancellation charges as follows:
More than 60 days - Deposit only
Less than 60 days - No refund
Note: If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.
You can cancel your booking without paying cancellation charges if the performance of your package, or the carriage of passengers to your destination, is significantly affected by unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances. In such circumstances, we will arrange for your booking to be terminated and for you to receive a full refund. We will observe advice provided by the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office.
4. If We Cancel Your Booking
We reserve the right to cancel your booking. We will do so only in case of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, or failure by you to pay the final balance. Unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances mean a situation beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. We shall inform you without any delay and before the start of your holiday.
If your holiday is cancelled you will have either a refund of all monies paid or date change if possible.
In the event a refund is paid to you, we will pay this to your bank account within 14 days after the cancellation and you will not have any right for compensation.
6. If We Change Your Booking
It is a term of your booking that we are able to make changes to any aspect of your booking. If the change is insignificant, we will ensure that you are notified about it. Examples of insignificant changes include hotel changes or minor schedule adjustments.
11. Passport, Visa, Immigration & other Requirements
Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements.
Besides passport and visa requirements, it is also your responsibility to bring cancellation/ travel insurance policy and get mandatory vaccinations.
Your names on tickets must be identical to the names in your passports. It is your responsibility to ensure that the names used during booking/confirmation are correct and identical to all of the names and surnames in your passports.
It is your responsibility to get to the designated airport on the correct date.
12. Excursions
For any excursion or other tour that you book or pay directly with other operators than us, your contract will be with the operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by such operators.
13. Law and Jurisdiction
These terms & conditions are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live there and wish to do so.
Description
Climb Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route
Trek through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert as you make your way toward Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 metres.
This 11-day Kilimanjaro expedition includes seven days on the Machame Route. The schedule provides time to recover after arriving in Tanzania and includes a visit to Chemka Hot Springs before the trek begins.
Experienced local mountain guides lead the climb. Expedition leader Chris accompanies the group from the airport through the mountain journey.
Dates: October 17–27, 2026
Location: Kilimanjaro and Moshi, Tanzania
Trip length: 11 days
Mountain trek: Seven days
Route: Machame Route
Highest point: Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres
Group size: Maximum of 12
Price: $3,680
Follow a seven-day route to Uhuru Peak
The Machame Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the south before traversing beneath the mountain’s southern ice fields.
Over seven days, you will move through distinct ecological zones and sleep at progressively higher camps. The route includes an acclimatization hike to Lava Tower at approximately 4,600 metres before descending to Barranco Camp.
The summit attempt begins around midnight from Barafu Camp. You will climb toward the crater rim in darkness, then continue to Uhuru Peak if the guides, conditions and your health allow.
Kilimanjaro reaches 5,895 metres and is the highest point in Africa. Altitude makes the journey demanding even for fit hikers.
Prepare with guidance before departure
The expedition includes pre-trip support through a group chat. You can ask questions about training, equipment and preparation before travelling.
You will receive a detailed packing list, and rental equipment is available if you do not own every item required. Ask which rental items involve an additional charge before booking.
Preparation should begin well before departure. Build your endurance through regular walking and hiking, preferably on hills and uneven ground. Train while carrying the daypack you expect to use on the mountain.
Travel with an experienced support team
Local mountain guides manage the climb, monitor the group and make daily decisions about pace and safety.
The team also includes porters and camp staff who transport shared equipment, establish camps and prepare meals. Chris personally accompanies the group throughout the expedition.
The booking includes Kilimanjaro National Park and rescue fees, along with emergency oxygen. These measures support the expedition’s safety plan, but they cannot remove the risks associated with altitude or guarantee that every participant will reach the summit.
Who this expedition suits
This expedition may suit you if you:
– Want to attempt Africa’s highest summit
– Can train consistently before departure
– Feel comfortable hiking for several consecutive days
– Can manage cold, basic camps and changing weather
– Accept that altitude may affect your progress
– Want to join a small, supported group
– Can follow the guides’ safety decisions
You do not need to be an elite athlete. However, Kilimanjaro demands endurance, preparation and the ability to keep moving during long days at altitude.
Speak with a qualified medical professional before booking if you have concerns about altitude, heart or lung health, mobility, medication or any condition that could affect strenuous exercise.
What is included
Your booking includes:
– Seven-day Machame Route trek
– Experienced local mountain guides
– Chris accompanying the expedition
– Porters and mountain support team
– Airport transfers
– Hotel accommodation before and after the trek
– Camping accommodation on the mountain
– Meals during activity days
– Chemka Hot Springs excursion
– Kilimanjaro National Park fees
– Rescue fees
– Emergency oxygen
– Detailed equipment list
– Pre-trip group support
– Access to equipment rental options
What is not included
Your booking does not include:
– International or domestic flights
– Tanzanian visa costs
– Personal travel insurance
– Personal equipment purchases
– Equipment-rental charges
– Vaccination or medical costs
– Personal expenses
Ask Chris for the complete packing list, insurance requirements and current entry guidance before arranging travel.
Your 11-day itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where Chris will meet you for the transfer to Moshi.
Settle into the hotel and use the remainder of the day to rest after your journey.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Day 2: Visit Chemka Hot Springs
Travel to Chemka Hot Springs for a relaxed day before the mountain trek.
The clear spring water creates a natural swimming area surrounded by vegetation. Afterwards, return to Moshi and make your final preparations for the climb.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Day 3: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Transfer to Machame Gate and complete the national park registration process.
The trek begins through montane rainforest. Your mountain team will establish camp before you arrive.
Accommodation: Camping at Machame Camp
Day 4: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Leave the rainforest and continue across a changing landscape of valleys and rocky ridges.
The route climbs toward the western side of the mountain, with views across the Shira Plateau and toward Kibo.
Hiking time: Approximately six to seven hours
Accommodation: Camping at Shira Camp
Day 5: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Climb toward Lava Tower at approximately 4,600 metres for lunch and acclimatization.
After reaching the day’s highest point, descend to Barranco Camp. Sleeping lower than the highest point reached during the day gives your body more time to adjust to altitude.
Hiking time: Approximately five to seven hours
Accommodation: Camping at Barranco Camp
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Begin by climbing the Barranco Wall. The route then crosses a series of ridges and valleys before reaching Karanga Camp.
The shorter day allows more time for acclimatization and recovery before moving higher.
Hiking time: Approximately four to five hours
Accommodation: Camping at Karanga Camp
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Continue through the alpine desert toward Barafu Camp.
The group will move slowly as the elevation increases. After an early dinner, rest before beginning the summit attempt around midnight.
Hiking time: Approximately three to four hours
Accommodation: Camping at Barafu Camp
Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Mweka Camp
Begin the summit ascent during the night. The trail climbs steeply toward Stella Point on the crater rim.
If your health, the weather and the guides’ assessment allow, continue around the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres.
After the summit attempt, descend to Barafu Camp for food and rest. You will then continue down to Mweka Camp for the night.
This is the expedition’s longest and most demanding day.
Hiking time: Approximately 10 to 12 hours
Accommodation: Camping at Mweka Camp
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Complete the final descent through montane forest to Mweka Gate.
After signing out of the national park, transfer back to the hotel in Moshi for food, rest and a group celebration.
Descending time: Approximately three to four hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Day 10: Recover in Moshi
Spend the day resting at the hotel and recovering from the climb.
The unhurried day also leaves some flexibility in the schedule after the mountain portion of the trip.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Day 11: Depart Tanzania
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home.
You can also arrange additional time in Tanzania independently if you plan to continue your travels.
A flexible mountain itinerary
Weather, trail conditions, altitude and the health of the group may affect the itinerary.
The guides may change the pace, route, departure times or activities when conditions require it. They may also ask a participant to stop ascending or descend if continuing would create an unacceptable risk.
Reaching Uhuru Peak can never be guaranteed. A safe descent takes priority over completing the summit.
Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Kilimanjaro?
Uhuru Peak stands at 5,895 metres, or 19,341 feet, above sea level. It is the highest point in Africa.
Do I need mountaineering experience?
The itinerary follows a trekking route rather than a technical climbing route. However, the altitude, consecutive hiking days, cold conditions and long summit day make the expedition physically demanding.
Previous multi-day hiking experience will help you prepare.
How fit do I need to be?
You should be able to hike for several hours on consecutive days and complete a structured training program before departure.
Fitness cannot prevent altitude illness, but physical preparation helps you manage the effort required throughout the trek.
Is reaching the summit guaranteed?
No. Weather, altitude, illness and individual response can prevent a summit attempt or require an early descent.
The guides will decide whether you can safely continue. Their decision takes precedence over a personal goal of reaching the summit.
What happens if altitude affects me?
Tell a guide immediately if you develop a headache, nausea, dizziness, unusual fatigue, breathing difficulty or other symptoms.
The team will assess your condition and decide whether you should rest, stop ascending or descend. Emergency oxygen is available, but oxygen does not replace descent when descent is medically necessary.
Where will we sleep?
The expedition includes hotel accommodation in Moshi and tented camps on Kilimanjaro.
Ask the practitioner whether hotel rooms and mountain tents are shared and whether private arrangements are available for an additional charge.
Are meals included?
Meals are included during the activity days. Ask the practitioner which meals you will need to purchase during the hotel and travel portions of the trip.
What equipment will I need?
You will receive a detailed packing list covering boots, clothing, sleeping equipment and personal items.
Some equipment can be rented. Confirm availability, sizing and rental charges before travelling.
What is the maximum group size?
The expedition accepts a maximum of 12 participants.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes. Personal travel insurance is not included. Ask the practitioner what medical treatment, evacuation, high-altitude trekking and cancellation coverage your policy must provide.
Where does the expedition begin?
The trip begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Airport transfers included in the itinerary take you between the airport and Moshi.
Take on Africa’s highest mountain
Climb through Kilimanjaro’s changing landscapes, share the work of a demanding journey and attempt to stand at 5,895 metres with an experienced team beside you.
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