In the morning you will be taken to the entrance gate of Kilimanjaro National Park (about an hour drive). You will begin your trek towards Shira Cathedral. On the journey you might spot the black and white colobus monkeys watching you curiously as you walk past. In about 5 to 6 hours, you will reach the Machame Camp, situated 3,010 m above the tree line, where you will enjoy your evening meal and overnight stay.
After breakfast, you will leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing a little valley and walking along steep rocky ridge covered with heather until the end of the ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge at 3658m (5-7 hours). You will spend overnight at Shira hut campsite (3845m).
In this new day your trek begins with an ascent above the Shira Plateau in the direction of the Lava Tower (4,640 m). The surrounding vegetation becomes more sporadic as the landscape changes to an alpine desert. The route stretches through the sweeping Barranco Valley, with its lobelia and giant senecio plants, and in approximately 6 to 7 hours, you will arrive at the Barranco Camp, the most beautiful camp on the mountain.
Today you will climb the “Barranco Wall”, where a steady hold will be needed. Luckily a helping hand is never far behind and your guides will assist you wherever necessary. Leaving Barranco and ascend the Barranco Wall with some wonderful views for the top. Then descend through the Karanga Valley where you will stop for a lunch, before embarking on another 2 to 3 hours climb to Barafu Camp (4,640 m). At the camp you will enjoy a well-deserved break, evening meal and an early night.
Around mid-night after getting hot tea with light snacks, you will start your climb to Uhuru Peak. Ascending in the dark, with only a headlight to shine the way, you will climb the screes of Kibo, reaching Stella Point in about 5 to 7 hours. Walking along the crater ridge you will finally reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). On the “Roof of Africa” you will enjoy a 360° view over the surrounding landscape before starting your descent along the same route. From the summit descend back to Barafu, where you will have a warm meal and relax. Then continue to Mweka hut campsite (3080m). (The journey will take 5 hours). At Mweka camp you will have your evening meal and then sleep with the sights of Mount Kilimanjaro still fresh in your mind.
This will be the last day for the journey you will gently descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. After you descend the whole group will gather to congratulate you and you will get a chance to share your opinion of the hiking on the guest book and certificate will be provided. The driver will pick you up and drive you back to your hotel.
It was a fantastic experience! So many animals and wonderful landscape :)! Magic Mike was so polite, professional and he drove us safely around the parks! Thank you so much! Hope to visit you soon again!
An amazing experience and a perfectly organized hike. The attitude of all team members was very friendly and helpful. The food was also excellent. A big thanks goes to the guides, porters, and the cook, without whom we wouldn’t have made it to the summit.
Climbing Kilimanjaro was an absolutely amazing experience! The whole team took care of us like family – everything was perfectly organized, and we felt safe and supported throughout the entire trek. The cook was fantastic – the food was always fresh, delicious, and prepared with great care, something you wouldn’t even expect in the mountains. Our guides, Elibahati and Oskar, were incredibly kind, patient, and always ready to help – whether with the pace, motivation, or useful advice along the way. A special tribute goes to the porters – they were always perfectly prepared, smiling, and willing to help with anything. Without their incredible work, this climb would not have been possible. There was a great atmosphere the entire time, and the team created a true sense of unity and joy every single day. I can only recommend this experience – professional organization, genuine care, and memories that will last a lifetime!
Just got back from the 6 day Machame route in Kilimanjaro with Sam and Justin as guides. 10/10 experience. The team was fantastic as they were organized, timely and very thoughtful towards us. They were encouraging, informative and made the entire trip as smooth as possible. Would definitely recommend Sam and Justin’s team to anyone looking to tackle Mount Kilimanjaro
We had the incredible opportunity to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in 6 days via the Machame route with Mountain Warriors, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Everything was so well organized : the tents were always ready, the cook prepared delicious meals, all we had to do was focus on walking. We were constantly supported by our two guides, Sironga and Justin, who kept motivating us along the way and set a comfortable pace that made the climb enjoyable. The entire team was simply amazing, and we reached the summit thanks to them. Asante sana to Sironga, Justin, Kevin, Amon, and the whole crew!
Did a 4-day Safari and a 6-day Kilimanjaro (Machame) with these guys. They seem to be a smaller company, but that is the positive side of it. They reply fast, remember what your questions or concerns were. So you don't get the feeling of some big travel agency where several people reply to your emails not knowing what the previous one promised. If you go for the Kilimanjaro - definitely ask for SAM as a guide, JUSTIN as the asistent guide and OBAMA as the chef. This team makes it a experience and not a struggle. Cannot recommend them more. We really enjoyed it thanks to them. Martin, Marek, Juraj
Had an amazing hike with the Mountain Warriors crew. Search no more and book these boys! Great vibe and feeling of comradery
Gasto team were really helpfull and professional during both my experiences climbing Kilimanjaro and Safari Ngorogonro, Tarangire. Would highly recommand, thank you again!
Gasto and his team were great, made the trip amazing especially on summit night when they were so encouraging to everyone in the bitter cold.
This is one of those once in a lifetime experiences. It was epic and was made even more so by the friendliness and expertise of our guide. Gasto was energetic, fun to be around, and very knowledgeable about Kilimanjaro. I really enjoyed getting to know him a little more as he guided us to the summit. I know I wouldn’t have made it up without his gentle prodding and endless patience. If I did do this again (and that is a big maybe) I’d go with Gasto again.
Last January, I travelled to Tanzania in order to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. First and foremost, this was one of the most epic trips in my life. An awesome climb in a surreal and stunning natural environment. But what made this trip even more special were the people. We had a lovely group and our guides were just excellent too. Gasto helped us a lot to get up the mountain. Moreover, he is so knowledgable about Tanzanian culture, nature etc. and helped me learn a lot about the country. If you are planning to climb Kilimanjaro, I can warmly recommend doing that with Gasto as your guide. My expectations were exceeded on all the levels and I would do it all over again. The feeling of standing on that mountain was the highlight of my year so far and is something I will cherish for the rest of my life. Thank you Gasto for everything!
Brilliant experience. Great balance of a real challenge, mixed with an unbelievably supportive crew who made you believe it was certain you would reach the summit. Our crew, including Gasto, were inspirational, kind and fun, all whilst maintaining an incredibly professional approach. My wife and I felt completely secure with their support and they truly made a big impact on the trip. From keeping morale high on difficult treks with singing and chanting, to being quick to provide support - extra food and water - throughout. They administered their safety responsibilities with diligence and helped us navigate moments where we felt unwell or began feeling the altitude. The work these people put in to enable people like us to go on such a brilliant trip is something to behold. Carrying significant weight and cumbersome packs, whilst heading up difficult terrain is so impressive. Thank you Gasto and all the team for a trip of a lifetime, which I’ll never forget. Tim
We had an amazing trip, climbing the Kilimanjaro was an amazing experience, it was hard to do but the team of Gasto helped us through it! We had a lot of fun and i will never forget the best trip of my life!
An incredible experience. The personal touch by Gasto and his team made it very special and memorable. I felt in great hands at all times, very safe and lovely positive atmosphere in the group created by the team. I have dietary requirements and the team catered for me. The food was amazing. Healthy and fueled us up for the challenge. The team paid particular care and attention to those on our team that were struggling and helped them achieve their summit aim. A great experience. Thank you Gasto James for an unforgettable trip. "Non stop...TO THE TOP!!!!"
A trip to recommend! Gasto was a super guide. Good food, gorgeous nature and wonderful memories for a lifetime. I felt safe and got motivated to the top.
One of the most incredible things I have done . Trip of a lifetime , highly highly recommend! Gasto was an awesome guide, really friendly and knowledgeable about the area, Made sure we were all taking care of ourselves and keeping our spirits high. Memories that'll stay with me, I can’t thank him enough. I would highly recommend climbing Kilimanjaro with Him, Thank you Gasto!
In June 2019, my daughter and I climbed Kilimanjaro with Gasto as the guide. He was assigned as my guide and took care of me as the oldest person in the group. He coined the nickname "Papa Simba" . He made sure I completed the ascending and guided me during the slide on the steep descend. I must say it was Gasto who made my dream of reaching the top possible.
One of the most incredible things I have done . Trip of a lifetime , highly highly recommend!!! Gasto is incredible and very knowledgeable, all the helpers are also great, food very good too. Can’t say a bad word about the trip !!!
Gasto was an awesome guide, really friendly and knowledgeable about the area, fauna and flora. Made sure we were all taking care of ourselves and keeping our spirits up! The trek was hard and on the last day, extreme. The hardest thing I've ever done both physically and mentally, so if you want to challenge yourself, you can't do much better than defeating Kili!
In May 2022 we were at the Kilimanjaro. It was an amazing journey. Our guide Gasto did help us from the beginning till the top at Uhuru Peak. During our trip, Gasto have given stories about the culture of Tanzania and Maasai, which was really interesting. 10/10.
Fantastic experience and a summit made only possible by terrific guides. Memories that'll stay with me forever! Thank you Gasto! (note: trip was actually June 2017)
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is for sure an amazing once in a lifetime trip you should not miss out! But it requires experts to guide you. With Gasto as a Guide the tour was organized very professionally. With his longtime experience he can support a lot and helps keeping your smile even in challenging passages of the climb.
My husband and I climbed Mt Kilimanjaro for our honeymoon and it was undoubtedly the best experience of our lives. It was an immense challenge but Gasto and all the G fighters made the whole experience out of this world. They made camping feel 5 star. Their kindness and support was more than I’d ever have expected- and that really spurs you on each day. They all went over and above but I have a special shout out to Gasto. I am a totally inexperienced hiker and Gasto took me under his wing. He made sure I was okay, held my hand scaling rock faces and took care of me and my husband during the summit hike. I can’t thank him enough. I would highly recommend climbing Kilimanjaro with Gasto and his G fighters. It will be the best thing you ever do.
My friend and I summited Kilimanjaro with Gasto in 2016. He was incredibly knowledgeable and a great guide!
Reaching the top of the Kilimanjaro and seeing the sunrise (almost at the top) was an extraordinairy experience! The staff was perfect and the reason why we made it. Seeing them hike up the mountain with all our stuff with ease is just so special to see. At the end it felt like one big family, the fellow hikers and the staff.
Reaching the summit! And getting to know the locals who are so incredibly friendly, warm and welcoming. Our guide was fantastic, really experienced and a true leader
I took a hiking trip to kilimanjaro recently with gasto and I cannot recommend him highly enough he Is such an amazing dude to have for company while taking the climb, full of smiles and good times only. And all this with a bunch of experience on the mountain. This guy knows exactly what he's doing and if your planning to take the climb i suggest you give him a call. Thanks for everything gasto. Regards mikey
Gasto what a guide! Recommend this company 100%!! Walking Kilimanjaro is one of the craziest but yet the most fun I’ve ever done! Highly recommended!! Do it with the best guide that makes the experience so much more fun and they’ll help you to reach the summit! Omy i miss the singing, dancing and chatting! 😁👏🏼 You won’t be disappointed☺️👏🏼
I/we could not thank Gasto and his team enough for getting us to the summit. Mountain warrior tour and safaris attention to detail was second to none. I will definitely use mountain warriors tour and safaris again in the future and I highly recommend that anyone reading this does the same
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