Hiking time: 7 hours Distance: Approximately 18 kilometers Habitat: Montane forest you will be picked up from Arusha (1400m) and driven to the Machame Village. From the village, you will either continue driving 3 kilometers or walk to the Machame Gate (1490m). You will then begin your ascent into the rainforest. During this section of the hike, you should expect rain, mud, and fog. Also, be on the look out for wildlife, including Colobus monkeys! About halfway up the trail you will have a lunch break and you will reach the Machame Camp (2980) in the late afternoon or early evening. The porters and chef, who move very fast up the mountain, will reach camp before you and set up your tents, boil drinking water, and prepare snacks for your arrival. After washing up, a hot dinner will be served. For overnight, mountain temperatures may drop to freezing so be prepared!