Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Moshi – Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)

• Morning:

  • Pick-up from Moshi/Arusha and drive to Machame Gate for registration and briefing.
  • Start trekking through the lush rainforest, home to colobus monkeys and exotic birds.

• Afternoon:

  • Hike Distance: 11 km (5-7 hours).
  • Arrive at Machame Camp (3,000m) for lunch and rest.

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight at Machame Camp.

Day 2: Machame Camp – Shira Camp (3,840m)

• Morning:

  • Breakfast and trek through moorlands, with stunning views of Shira Plateau.
  • Hike Distance: 5 km (4-6 hours).

• Afternoon:

  • Arrive at Shira Camp (3,840m) for lunch and acclimatization.

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight at Shira Camp.

Day 3: Shira Camp – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)

• Morning:

  • Trek through Alpine Desert to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization.

• Afternoon:

  • Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m), passing through Giant Senecios and Lobelias.
  • Hike Distance: 10 km (6-8 hours).

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp.

Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m) – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

• Morning:

  • Breakfast and climb the Barranco Wall, a thrilling section with spectacular views.
  • Trek to Karanga Camp (4,035m) for a short break.

• Afternoon:

  • Continue the ascent to Barafu Camp (4,640m), the final stop before the summit push.
  • Hike Distance: 9 km (8-10 hours).

• Evening:

  • Early dinner and rest before midnight summit attempt.

Day 5: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

• Midnight:

  • Wake up at 11:30 PM for the final summit push.
  • Trek past Stella Point (5,739m) and reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise.

• Morning:

  • Celebrate at Africa’s highest point with stunning glacier views.
  • Descend to Barafu Camp (4,640m) for breakfast.

• Afternoon:

  • Continue descending to Mweka Camp (3,100m).
  • Hike Distance: 17 km (12-16 hours).

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight at Mweka Camp.

Day 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate (1,640m) – Moshi

• Morning:

  • Breakfast and final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m).
  • Hike Distance: 10 km (3-5 hours).

• Afternoon:

  • Receive summit certificates and drive back to Moshi/Arusha.

Why Choose the Machame Route?

✔️ Most scenic Kilimanjaro route with stunning landscapes.
✔️ Higher success rate due to better acclimatization.
✔️ Exciting climbs like the Barranco Wall.
✔️ Diverse terrain: Rainforest, moorlands, alpine desert, and glaciers.

Package Includes:

✅ Transport from Moshi/Arusha and back.
✅ All park fees and permits.
✅ Professional guides, cooks, and porters.
✅ All meals during the trek.
✅ Camping equipment and tents.

The 6-Day Machame Route is perfect for adventurous climbers seeking a thrilling and rewarding experience on Mount Kilimanjaro!