6 DAYS MACHAME ROUTE
Overview
6-day Machame Route climb on Mount Kilimanjaro. The Machame Route is known for its stunning scenery and offers a challenging but rewarding climb. Here’s a general overview of what a 6-day climb on the Machame Route might involve:
Included/Exclude
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
- Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
- Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
- Airport Transfers
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board Meals
- All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
- Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
- Gate Transfers
- Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel or Medical Insurance  is required and you should ask for Recommendation
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
- Additional lodge nights if early descent from the mountain $150 per room
Tour Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Wireless Internet
Tour Plan
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your accommodation in Moshi or Arusha.
- Depending on your arrival time, you might have a pre-climb briefing with your tour operator.
- Begin the climb from Machame Gate after completing registration.
- Trek through lush rainforest and gradually ascending terrain.
- Reach Machame Camp, your first overnight stop on the route.
- Continue the ascent, leaving the rainforest and entering the moorland zone.
- Traverse through picturesque landscapes and reach Shira Camp.
- Marvel at the panoramic views surrounding the campsite.
- Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization and then descend to Barranco Camp.
- The Barranco Camp is located beneath the impressive Barranco Wall.
- Start the day with a climb up the Barranco Wall, a challenging section.
- Trek through alpine desert landscapes to reach Karanga Camp.
- Rest and prepare for the final ascent to the summit.
- Ascend to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt.
- Rest and prepare for the challenging climb to Uhuru Peak.
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- The final day involves descending through the rainforest to Mweka Gate.
- Trekkers receive certificates and celebrate their accomplishment.
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