One hour’s drive from Moshi to Machame gate, where we complete park formalities, meet the crew of porters, and start to climb. The first section of the route climbs steadily and passes through magnificent, dense rainforest. This path is less well-trodden, so it can get somewhat overgrown in places, and it is often wet and muddy underfoot. Elevation: 1790m to 3010m Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) Difficulty: Moderate Habitat: Rainforest