Six days Machame Route Tour

6-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Climbing – High Summit Success Rate

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Experience an unforgettable adventure on our 6-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour, one of the most scenic and rewarding routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain at 5,895 meters.

Known as the “Whiskey Route,” the Machame Route takes you through a spectacular variety of landscapes, including lush rainforest, beautiful moorlands, alpine desert, and the dramatic summit zone. Each day offers breathtaking scenery as you gradually climb toward Uhuru Peak.

The 6-day itinerary is carefully planned to provide valuable acclimatization and give you the best possible preparation for the summit attempt. With experienced mountain guides, professional porters, nutritious meals, and strong logistical support, you can focus on enjoying the journey and reaching the Roof of Africa.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Premium alcoholic beverages

What’s not included?

International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Machame Gate – Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins with a transfer from Moshi to Machame Gate. After registration and park formalities, you start your trek through the lush rainforest. The trail is surrounded by dense vegetation, beautiful scenery, and birdlife. After several hours of hiking, you reach Machame Camp for dinner and overnight. Altitude: 1,800 m to 3,000 m Distance: Approximately 11 km Hiking time: 5–7 hours Accommodation: Machame Camp

Machame camp

Day 2: Machame Camp – Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, you leave the rainforest and continue climbing through the moorland zone. The trail becomes steeper as you ascend toward the Shira Plateau. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscape. Arrive at Shira Camp for dinner and overnight. Altitude: 3,000 m to 3,840 m Distance: Approximately 5 km Hiking time: 4–6 hours Accommodation: Shira Camp

Shira camp

Day 3: Shira Camp – Lava Tower – Ba

Kilimanjaro

Today is an important acclimatization day. After breakfast, you hike toward Lava Tower at around 4,630 m. This climb allows your body to adjust to the higher altitude. After lunch, descend toward the beautiful Barranco Valley, passing through unique alpine vegetation and enjoying views of the Barranco Wall. Altitude: 3,840 m → 4,630 m → 3,960 m Distance: Approximately 10 km Hiking time: 6–8 hours Accommodation: Barranco Camp

Barranco camp

Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, begin the climb of the famous Barranco Wall. Although steep in places, the route is manageable with the help of your experienced guide. At the top, enjoy impressive views of Kilimanjaro's glaciers and surrounding valleys. Continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp, where you will have dinner and overnight. Altitude: 3,960 m to 4,035 m Distance: Approximately 5 km Hiking time: 4–5 hours Accommodation: Karanga Camp

Karanga camp

Day 5: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – M

Kilimanjaro

This is the most challenging and rewarding day of your Kilimanjaro climb. You will wake around midnight, have a light breakfast, and begin the summit attempt in darkness. The climb toward Stella Point is slow and steady, with your guides setting a comfortable pace to conserve energy. You will ascend through steep scree toward Stella Point at approximately 5,739 meters. After a short rest, you will continue along the crater rim toward Uhuru Peak,

Mweka Camp

Day 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Mo

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, you will begin your final descent through the lush rainforest toward Mweka Gate. The trail is generally easier than the previous day's descent, although your legs may still feel tired after the summit. As you descend, the vegetation becomes thicker and the air warmer. After approximately 3–4 hours of trekking, you will reach Mweka Gate, where you will complete the park exit procedures and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate.

Moshi

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