6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek via Machame Route

Welcome on a life changing 6 days Kilimanjaro trekking adventure tour through the awe inspiring Machame Route

Operator: KILIMANJARO BASE TO SUMMIT
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6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek via Machame Route package

Join our awe-inspiring 6 days Kilimanjaro adventure as we trek the legendary Machame Route. Ascend through lush rainforests, witness breathtaking vistas, and camp under starry African skies. Expert guides, cultural encounters, and a life-changing summit await Unleash your inner explorer and conquer Africa\'s highest peak on this unforgettable journey

Tour highlights

  • Day 6 : Mweka Camp descend trek to Mweka Gate
  • Day 5 : Trek to Summit Day to mweka camp
  • Day 4 : Trekking Barranco Camp (3950m) to Barafu Camp (4550m)
  • Day 3 : Shira Camp trekking to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
  • Day 1 : Moshi to Machame Gate machame camp
  • Day 2 : Machame Camp to Shira Camp
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Day 1  :   Moshi to Machame Gate machame camp


Your Kilimanjaro trek begins with a drive from Moshi to the Machame Park Gate, where you'll register and complete the necessary formalities. Excitement fills the air as you start your ascent through the lush rainforest, surrounded by a variety of flora and fauna. The trail can be muddy and slippery due to the damp conditions, but the dense vegetation offers a picturesque setting. After a few hours of trekking, you'll arrive at Machame Camp, your first overnight stop. As the day draws to a close, you'll enjoy a hearty dinner and rest up for the challenges ahead
Accommodation for day 1
  • Machame Campsite
Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 2  :  Machame Camp to Shira Camp


    Leaving the rainforest behind, you'll continue your trekking journey towards higher altitudes. The path becomes steeper as you cross a rocky ridge, revealing stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Heading west along a river gorge, you'll eventually reach Shira 1 Camp, situated at an elevation of 3840 meters. The change in altitude may start to affect your breathing and energy levels, but the camp's tranquility and beauty offer the perfect place to recharge for the next leg of your adventure.
    Accommodation for day 2
    • Shira Cave Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 3  :  Shira Camp trekking to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower


    Today's trek takes you further upwards as you ascend to the east, passing the junction towards Kibo Peak. The rugged terrain adds to the challenge, but the ever-changing scenery keeps you motivated. Your destination is the iconic Lava Tower, standing tall at 4630 meters. As you reach higher elevations, it's essential to take it slow and allow your body to acclimate to the reduced oxygen levels. Afterward, you'll descend to Barranco Camp, which allows you to adapt to the altitude and prepares you for the approaching summit day.
    Accommodation for day 3
    • Barranco Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 4  :  Trekking Barranco Camp (3950m) to Barafu Camp (4550m)


    The fourth day starts with an exhilarating trek up the Barranco Wall, a steep ascent that demands both focus and determination. As you conquer this obstacle, you'll be rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. The trail then leads you through the picturesque Karanga Valley before reaching the junction with the Mweka Trail. Continuing on, you'll finally arrive at Barafu Camp, your last base camp before the summit attempt. From here, the summit feels within reach, and anticipation builds among the trekkers
    Accommodation for day 4
    • Barafu Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 5  :  Trek to Summit Day to mweka camp


    This is the most challenging and rewarding day of the entire trek. You'll set off in the early hours, guided only by the light of your headlamp, as you begin your ascent to the summit. The journey to the top is physically demanding, and the thin air adds to the difficulty, but the sense of accomplishment is unparalleled. Your determination and the support of your fellow trekkers and guides will keep you going. Reaching Stella Point, you'll pause to catch your breath and witness a breathtaking sunrise, a moment that will stay etched in your memory forever. Pushing forward through snow-covered terrain, you'll eventually reach Uhuru Peak, standing at a remarkable 5895 meters above sea level. Here, you'll experience an overwhelming sense of achievement and take in the awe-inspiring vistas that stretch out below. After celebrating at the summit, you'll begin your descent, passing through Barafu Camp and making your way to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.
    Accommodation for day 5
    • Mweka Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 6  :  Mweka Camp descend trek to Mweka Gate


    As you wake up on the final day of your Kilimanjaro trek, a mixture of exhaustion and pride fills your being. Today's journey involves descending from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, where your unforgettable adventure comes to an end. You'll receive summit certificates, commemorating your remarkable feat. The lower elevations may be wet and muddy, adding a touch of nostalgia to the trek's concluding moments. Once you reach Mweka Gate, you'll bid farewell to your guides and porters, who have been instrumental in making this journey possible. From here, you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi, where you can reflect on your extraordinary achievement and the unforgettable memories you've made along the way.
    Accommodation for day 6
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

  • Costs for 6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek via Machame Route

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    KILIMANJARO BASE TO SUMMIT

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    KILIMANJARO BASE TO SUMMIT CO L.T.D is a private owned tour operator and the best Tanzania Serengeti safari and Mount Kilimanjaro based in Tanzania. We are offering a memorable Kilimanjaro Hiking tours Experience to Tanzania and When you travel with us, you are not a client but you become part of our family, share your life time experience by Hiking the Highest Mountain in Africa


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    Can I visit a local school or community project during the Camping Group Join Safari?

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