6 Days Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour Machame Route

Unleash the adventurer within and ascend Kilimanjaro majestic peak with our 6 Days Hike via Machame Path Book your extraordinary expedition now

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6 Days Kilimanjaro hiking tour machame route

Discover the awe-inspiring allure of Kilimanjaro on an epic 6 days hike along the legendary Machame Path. Ascend through diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests teeming with exotic flora and fauna to rocky terrains, before reaching the snow-capped summit. Expert guides and porters lead you, sharing local insights and stories, making this journey not only physically rewarding but culturally enriching.

Tour highlights

  • Day 1 : Moshi to Machame gate hiking to machame camp
  • Day 2 : Hiking Machame Camp to Shira Camp.
  • Day 3 : Shira 2 Camp hiking to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
  • Day 4 : Hiking Barranco to Karanga Camp to barafu
  • Day 5 : Barafu Camp hiking up to Uhuru Peak to millenium Camp
  • Day 6 : Millennium Camp descend to mweka gate
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Day 1  :   Moshi to Machame gate hiking to machame camp


Passing through the scenic Machame village on the slopes of Kilimanjaro. After completing the necessary formalities and obtaining permits, you will start hiking through the lush montane rainforests along mossy trails. The day's hike will take you to Machame Hut camp. Distance: 11km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Elevation: 5,380ft to 9,350ft Habitat: Rain Forest
Accommodation for day 1
  • Machame Campsite
Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 2  :  Hiking Machame Camp to Shira Camp.


    The trail continues with a gradual ascent through the moorland zone, characterized by open grassland, shrubs, and alpine flowers. The rocky and volcanic terrain offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. You'll have panoramic vistas of mountains and valleys, along with opportunities to observe the diverse flora and fauna. The day ends at Shira 2 Camp, where you will set up camp for the night, preparing for the next day's adventure. Distance: 5km/3 miles Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath
    Accommodation for day 2
    • Shira Cave Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 3  :  Shira 2 Camp hiking to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp


    Today's hike is challenging but rewarding. We begin at Shira 2 Camp (12,500 ft) and make our way through a stunning high-altitude moorland landscape. The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. After a few hours, we reach Lava Tower (15,000 ft), a towering rock formation. Here, we take a break to rest before continuing to Barranco Camp (13,000 ft). This day is spent at altitude, following the mountaineering principle of 'walk high, sleep low' to aid acclimatization. Distance: 10km/6 miles Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Vegetation: Alpine Desert
    Accommodation for day 3
    • Barranco Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 4  :  Hiking Barranco to Karanga Camp to barafu


    We start the day by descending into the Great Barranco, a massive ravine. Steeply hiking the Great Barranco Wall, we cross over to the southeastern slopes of Kibo. The hike is not technical but is long and tiring. Passing beneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. For those feeling strong, there's an optional mid-afternoon acclimatization hiki up to around 4200m. Then we descend back tobarafu camp for the night. Distance: 5km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Vegetation: Alpine Desert
    Accommodation for day 4
    • Barafu Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 5  :   Barafu Camp hiking up to Uhuru Peak to millenium Camp


    Start at midnight, ascending steeply to the summit glaciers. Hike scree for 4-5 hours, gaining incredible height. Witness spectacular views from the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the sun rises. Marvel at the ice cliffs and panoramic vistas. Reach the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m), after another hour's walk. Descend to Stella Point and return to Barafu Camp for breakfast. Finally, head down to Millennium Camp for a well-deserved rest. Distance: 5km/3miles and 7km/4miles Hiking Time: 6-8 hours and 2-4 hours Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341ft and 12,434 ft Vegetation: Arctic to Heath
    Accommodation for day 5
    • Millenium Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 6  :  Millennium Camp descend to mweka gate


    After a hearty breakfast you will continue descending to mweka gate to receive summit certificate for well-deserved hiking tour then transfer back to your hotel in moshi.
    Accommodation for day 6
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Drinking water

  • Costs for 6 Days Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour Machame Route

    1 pax2 pax3 pax4 pax5 pax6 pax7 pax8 pax9 pax10 pax
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    GRAND MIGRATION SAFARIS CO

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