Machame Route Kilimanjaro Tour

6 days—The Best 6 Days Machame Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing.

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Embark on the Best 6 Days Machame Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing adventure with Wild Horizon Tours. This unforgettable trek takes you through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and striking volcanic terrain. Experience breathtaking views, exhilarating challenges, and the thrill of reaching Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point. With expert guides and supportive porters, you’ll enjoy a safe and memorable ascent, making this journey an extraordinary opportunity to conquer Kilimanjaro while immersing yourself in its stunning natural beauty.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Drive from Arusha to Machame Gate, then hike to Machame Camp. You will start your adventure with a scenic drive to Machame Gate, followed by your first trek through the lush rainforest to Machame Camp. Elevation: 5,400 ft. Distance: 11 km Estimated Time: 6-7 hours

Camp

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Hike from Machame Camp to Shira Camp. This day, you'll trek through moorland towards the Shira Plateau, enjoying stunning views of Kilimanjaro along the way. The landscape transitions from rainforest to moorland. Elevation: 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km Estimated Time: 4-5 hours

Camp

Shira to Lava Tower to Barranco

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Hike from Shira Camp to Lava Tower and then descend to Barranco Camp. This is an acclimatization day where you ascend to Lava Tower and then descend to Barranco Camp, allowing your body to adjust to the altitude. Elevation: 15,190 ft (Lava Tower), 13,044 ft (Barranco Camp) Distance: 10 km Estimated Time: 7-8 hours

Camp

Barranco to Karanga to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Hike from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp, then to Barafu Camp. This day involves more ups and downs, tackling the Barranco Wall before making your way to the Karanga valley and ultimately to Barafu Camp. Elevation: 15,331 ft (Barafu Camp) Distance: 9 km Estimated Time: 6-8 hours

Camp

Barafu to Summit to Mweka Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Summit Uhuru Peak then descend to Mweka Camp. Starting very early, you will hike to the summit, Uhuru Peak, and descend back to Mweka Camp for your final evening on the mountain. Elevation: 19,341 ft (Uhuru Peak), 10,066 ft (Mweka Camp) Distance: 23 km (round trip) Estimated Time: 12-16 hours

Camp

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. The final day offers a descent through beautiful rainforest back to Mweka Gate where you will receive your summit certificate before heading back. Elevation: 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km Estimated Time: 4-5 hours

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