Machame Route: 6-Day Kilimanjaro Climbing Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable Kilimanjaro climbing experience with our 6-Day Machame Route Adventure. This guided trek offers diverse landscapes, breathtaking panoramas, and a higher success rate due to gradual acclimatization. Conquer Africa’s highest peak and create lifelong memories as you journey through the lush rainforests, moorlands, and dramatic alpine desert before summiting Uhuru Peak.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival and Orientation
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer to the hotel in Arusha
- Briefing and equipment check by experienced guides
- Overnight at the VENUS PREMIER HOTEL BB
Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (9,300 ft)
- Transfer to Machame Gate
- Trek through lush rainforest to Machame Camp
- Dinner and overnight at Machame Camp
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (12,500 ft)
- Trek through moorlands to Shira Camp
- Acclimatization walk to enhance altitude adaptation
- Dinner and overnight at Shira Camp
Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp (13,000 ft)
- Trek to Lava Tower for acclimatization
- Descend to Barranco Camp through the alpine desert
- Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp (15,100 ft)
- Climb the Barranco Wall and traverse to Karanga Valley
- Continue to Barafu Camp, the base for summit night
- Early dinner and rest before midnight ascent
Day 6: Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (19,341 ft) to Mweka Camp (10,065 ft)
- Begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak around midnight
- Celebrate at the summit and capture stunning panoramas
- Descend to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Departure
- Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate
- Transfer to the hotel in Arusha – VENUS PREMIER HOTEL BB for a shower and rest
- Depart for Kilimanjaro International Airport or continue with additional travel plans
Inclusions:
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation before and after the climb
- Transfer to and from the mountain
- All park fees, rescue fees and permits
- Experienced guides, porters, and cook
- Meals during the trek
- Camping equipment (tents)
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Personal climbing gear (sleeping bags, sleeping matts, clothing, boots, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and porters
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.)
Join us on this 6-Day Machame Route adventure and experience the thrill of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Book your spot now and conquer the Roof of Africa!
