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⭐️KILIMANJARO MACHAME 6 DAY TREK⭐️
This path, which is one of the mountain's most beautiful and well-traveled ones, rewards daring climbers with breathtaking views. With pathways through gorgeous trees to acquire a ridge traveling across the moorland regions to sunsets at Shira Plateau to the misty reveals of Kibo at the enormous Barranco Wall.
After there, it makes its way across the Southern Ice fields' glaciated cliffs to connect with the Barafu Route, which leads to the peak. It has a considerably better success rate of reaching the summit because it can be done over longer periods of time and the incline is more manageable.
Duration: 6 days
Difficulty: Medium
Scenery: Excellent
Traffic: High
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When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a representative will greet you and transport you to the Hotel B&B for your overnight stay. Your head guide will meet you there to give you a briefing, check your gear, and make arrangements for any equipment rentals you may require.
DAY 1: MACHAME GATE – MACHAME CAMP: 10.75KM/ 7MI | 5-6 HRS | RAINFOREST
DAY 2: MACHAME CAMP – SHIRA CAMP: 5.3KM/ 3MI | 4-5HRS | MOORLAND
DAY 3: SHIRA CAMP – LAVA TOWER – BARRANCO CAMP: 10.75KM/ 6MI | 5-6HRS | SEMI-DESERT
DAY 4: BARRANCO CAMP – KARANGA CAMP – BARAFU CAMP: 8.5KM/ 5MI | 6-8HRS | ALPINE DESERT
DAY 5: BARAFU CAMP – SUMMIT: 4.86KM/ 3MI UP | 5-7HRS | – MWEKA CAMP: 13KM/ 8MI DOWN | 5-6HRS | GLACIERS, SNOW CAPPED SUMMIT
DAY 6: MWEKA CAMP – MWEKA GATE – MOSHI: 9.1KM/ 6MI |3-4HRS | RAINFOREST
Itineraries
Day 1
MACHAME GATE – MACHAME CAMP: 10.75K/7MI | 5-6 HRS | RAINFOREST Elevation: 1811m/5942ft to 3021m/9911ft Altitude gained: 1210m
You can reach the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate after a 45-minute journey from Moshi through welcoming Machame villages.
We will wait patiently for the issuance of our permits while seeing the flurry of activity as other crews get ready for the voyage ahead.
As well as enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. The trail can be rather muddy and treacherous at these lower altitudes. Trekking poles and gaiters are highly advised.
Day 2
MACHAME CAMP – SHIRA CAMP: 5.3KM/3MI | 4-5HRS | MOORLAND Elevation: 3021m/9911ft to 3839m/12,595ft Altitude gained: 818m
Following a restful night's sleep and a filling breakfast, we leave the rain forest and continue on a climbing path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge.
From this point, the route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. The weather starts to get colder.
Day 3
SHIRA CAMP – LAVA TOWER – BARRANCO CAMP: 10.75KM/6MI | 5-6HRS | SEMI-DESERT Elevation: 3839m/12,595ft to 3986m/13,077ft Altitude gained: 147m
Even though you conclude the day at a similar elevation to where you started, this day is still crucial for acclimatization.
The "Shark's Tooth" Lava Tower, which is located in the southeast and has an elevation of 4650 meters (15,250 feet), is reached by continuing east along a ridge from the Shira Plateau.
A second junction that leads to the Arrow Glacier is encountered not far from the tower. Our next stop is Barranco Camp, where we will spend the night.
Day 4
BARRANCO CAMP – KARANGA CAMP – BARAFU CAMP: 8.5KM/5MI | 6-8HRS | ALPINE DESERT Elevation: 3986m/13,077ft to 4034m/13,235ft to 4662m/15,295ft Altitude gained: 676m
Following breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up to the thrilling Barranco Wall until we reach the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects with the Mweka Trail. One of the most astounding things about today is watching your crew's strength, speed, and agility as they seemingly effortlessly climb over this wall.
We continue up towards Barafu Camp, and once reached, you have now completed the South Circuit, which provides a wide range of breathtaking views of the summit from different angles. As we prepare for summit night, we have an early dinner and relax. We sleep at Barafu Camp tonight.
Day 5
BARAFU CAMP – SUMMIT: 4.86KM/3MI UP | 5-7HRS | – MWEKA CAMP: 13KM /8MI DOWN | 5-6HRS | GLACIERS, SNOW CAPPED SUMMIT Elevation: 4662m/15,295ft to 5895m/19,341ft Altitude gained: 1233m Descent to 3106m/10,190ft Altitude lost: 2789m
Ahead of the early morning start between midnight and two in the morning, anticipation is growing. The most difficult part of the trek is now, both psychologically and physically.
Between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers, we make our way to the summit while attempting to remain warm and concentrated on the incredible sense of success that awaits us.
During your little respite here, you will be rewarded with the most stunning dawn by moving switchback in a northwesterly direction and ascending over thick scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. On the summit, hikers that go more quickly may see the sunrise. Snow is probably going to be there the entire time you climb the last hour to Uhuru Peak from here.
Congratulations, you have finally arrived to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the whole African continent, one step at a time!
We pause to celebrate this amazing achievement after photographs, parties, and perhaps a few happy tears. After stopping at Barafu for lunch and a quick respite, we start our descent toward Mweka Camp. For unfriendly loose gravel and volcanic ash terrain, we highly advise gaiters and walking poles.
Next enjoy your final evening on the mountain while getting well-earned rest. We sleep at Mweka Camp tonight.
Day 6
MWEKA CAMP – MWEKA GATE – MOSHI: 9.1KM/6MI |3-4HRS | RAINFOREST Elevation: 3106m/10,190ft to 1633m/5358ft Altitude lost: 1473m
It's time to bid your crew farewell after breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of gratitude and team bonding. The Mweka Park Gate is where you will pick up your summit certificates as we resume our descent. The terrain is wet, muddy, and steep due to the significantly warmer temperature, and we strongly advise trekking poles and gaiters.
The drive back to your hotel in Moshi will take about 30 minutes from the gate, where a car will be waiting for you in Mweka village. You now can enjoy supper, festivities, and a long-overdue hot shower!
Prior to being transferred to your journey home, safari, or leisurely excursion to Zanzibar, you will spend the night in a Kilimanjaro hotel.
- Pre and Post trekking accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
- Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board meals
- Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
- Quality Imported Equipment
- Fair and Sustainable Crew Wages
- All National Park & Camping Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
- Rescue Fees and Emergency Evacuation Coverage with AMREF
- Airport Transfers
- Gate Transfers
- Airline flights
- Visa fees
- Required Travel or Medical Insurance
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Tips for porters and mountain crew
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
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