Six day Machame route

6-days Machame Route, Climbing Kilimanjaro Tours

$1200-1800 USD

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Safari summary

scover our top 6-day Machame Route, the best way to experience the memorable and enjoyable adventure of climbing Kilimanjaro. This route offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to summit the highest peak in Africa, reaching the top at 5,895 meters. With stunning landscapes and a well-paced itinerary, it provides the perfect balance of challenge and beauty, making it the ultimate choice for those seeking to conquer Kilimanjaro. Don’t miss this incredible adventure—an unforgettable journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro!

This Climbing Kilimanjaro via 6-day Machame Route offers a cost-effective and friendly-budget experience, with prices ranging from $1,200 to $1,800 per person. This offers the most affordable and favorable cost for a memorable adventure, covering park entry fees, camping, meals, and guide and porter services. With a range of budget-friendly packages, you can enjoy a well-organized trek while saving on unnecessary costs. Some operators may also offer discounts, making this an even more attractive option for climbers seeking an exceptional experience at a reasonable price. Always check what's included to ensure you’re getting the best value.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Walking safari—with armed guard
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Accommodation
Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Private vehicle and driver
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp • Elevation: 1,800 m to 3,000 m (5,906 ft to 9,843 ft) • Distance: 11 km (7 miles) • Duration: 5-6 hours • Terrain: Rainforest • Start your journey at Machame Gate and trek through lush rainforest to reach Machame Camp. This is a relatively easy first day to get acclimatized.

Camp

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp • Elevation: 3,000 • Distance: 5 km (3 miles) • Duration: 4-5 hours • Terrain: Moorland • With

Camp

Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp • Elevation: 3,850 m to 3,960 m (12,635 ft to 12,992 ft) • Distance: 10 km (6 miles) • Duration: 6-7 hours • Terrain: Heath and rocky paths • Hike across the Shira Plateau, then descend into Barranco Camp. The descent helps with acclimatization for the summit push.

Camp

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp • Elevation: 3 • Distance: 5 km (3 miles) • Duration: 4 • Terrain: Rocky paths and scree • Tackle the Barranco Wall, a challenging climb, and then continue to Karanga Camp for the night. This day helps with acclimatization.

Camp

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp • Elevation: 4 • Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles) • Duration:4-5 hours • Terrain: Rocky, scree • Shorter day trekking to Barafu Camp, the base camp for your summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the night-time summit push.

Camp

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Mweka

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit (Uhuru Peak) and Descend to Mweka Camp • Elevation: 4,640 m to 5,895 m (15,223 ft to 19,341 ft) to 3,100 m (10,171 ft) • Distance: 5 km up, 12 km down (3 miles up, 7.5 miles down) • Duration: 10-14 hours • Terrain: Scree, snow, and ice (near summit) • Begin your summit attempt around midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak by sunrise. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Mweka Camp for the night.

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