Best six days Machame route

Safari summary

This 6 days Machame route is the best and most popular route in Kilimanjaro climbing and requires 24 to 32 hours of hiking to reach 5,895 meters on Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest freestanding mountain in the world and the highest mountain in Africa. The Machame route, which takes six days of Kilimanjaro hiking, is one of the seven wonders of the world.

This 6-day Kilimanjaro Machame Route is the best of the Kilimanjaro climbing package of mountaineering adventures. Renowned for its scenic vistas and successful summit rates, this route offers an ideal balance of challenge and awe-inspiring landscapes. Trek through diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts, all while acclimatizing gradually for summit success. With experienced guides, well-planned campsites, and meticulous attention to safety, this route promises an unforgettable journey to Kilimanjaro's summit, the "Roof of Africa," in a rewarding and comprehensive six-day ascent.

Explore the highest mountain in Africa, up to Uhuru Peak, on these 6-day Kilimanjaro hiking tours. The 6-day Kilimanjaro adventure via the Machame Route stands as the ultimate trekking expedition. Offering a perfect blend of challenge and stunning vistas, it's revered for its successful summit rates of about 92%. Traverse through varied terrain, from dense rainforests to barren alpine zones, allowing gradual acclimatization for an optimal climb.

The best day-by-day itinerary of 6 days Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing: Day 1: Machame Gate (56,000 ft/1,830 m) to Machame Camp (10,200 ft/3,100 m), 11 km and 5-7 hours; Day 2: Machame Camp (10,200ft (3,100 m) to Shira Campsite (12,600ft (3,840 m), 9 km and 4-6 hours; Day 3: Shira Camp (12,600 ft (3,840 m) to Lava Tower to Barranco Valley (12,700 ft (3,860 m), 15 km and 5-7 hours; Day 4: Barranco Camp (4700 m/15,350 ft) to Barafu Camp (4000 m/13,000 ft), 9 km and 6–8 hours; Day 5: Barafu Camp (4000m / 13,000ft) to Summit (5895m / 19,343ft), down to Mweka Camp (3090m / 10,150ft) 5-7 hours upward; 5-6 hours downward; 6 km up / 13 km down; and Day 6: Mweka Camp (3090 m/10,150 ft) to Mweka Gate (1680 m/5500 ft) Mweka Gate (3090 m/10,150 ft), 10 km, and 3–4 hours.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking | trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Tips and gratuities
• Visas