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Kilimanjaro 6 days Machame route Royal Hiking up to the top of Africa

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Kilimanjaro 6 days Machame route Royal Hiking up to the top of Africa hike Kilimanjaro with an amazing Royal Hiking team using the famous machame route. Climb Kilimanjaro with confidence with an awesome guide team that will get you to the top of Africa

Highlights


  • DAY O - Arrival - Kilimanjaro
  • DAY 1 - Moshi / Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp
  • DAY 2 - Machame Camp – Shira Camp
  • DAY 3 - Shira Camp – Lava Tower Hut – Barranco Camp
  • DAY 4 - Barranco Camp – Barafu Camp
  • DAY 5 - Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
  • DAY 6 - Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi / Arusha
Kilimanjaro 6 days Machame route Royal Hiking up to the top of Africa

Description


Kilimanjaro 6 days Machame route Royal Hiking up to the top of Africa

The Machame route, also known as the "Whiskey" route, is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro. Machame’s draw is in its scenic beauty. However, the trail is considered difficult, steep and challenging, particularly due to its shorter itinerary. Therefore this route is better suited for more adventurous folks or those with some high altitude, hiking or backpacking experience . The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the south, beginning with a short drive from Moshi to Machame Gate. The path leads hikers through the rain forest to Shira Plateau. Here, many of Kilimanjaro’s routes converge. Then the route turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.

What's included


  • Inclusions:
  • Trekking tour according to the itinerary
  • Tent & mattress For Camping
  • Professional Cook
  • Professional Cook
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
  • tents and sleeping mattress
  • National park fees
  • Environmental fees
  • Rescue fees
  • Exclusions:
  • Flights international and domestic
  • Travel insurance
  • Beverages other than water
  • Increases in park fees where applicable
  • Accommodation & meals in Moshi
  • Personal items
  • Sleeping bag
  • Tips for safari guide & chef
  • Personal Hiking Equipment
  • Private Toilet ( hired 15 USD per day)

Itinerary


  1. Visited Places:
  2. Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

DAY O - Arrival - Kilimanjaro

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Once you have arrived safely at Kilimanjaro airport you will be met by one of our friendly driver who will transfer you to White House Hotel in Moshi. Should you arrive early you can explore the small town of Moshi, which is only a short taxi ride away, or you can just relax at the lodge and get ready for the days ahead. You will also meet with one of our operations staff and Guide who will explain everything you need to know regarding your trek and check all your equipment.

DAY 1 - Moshi / Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp

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Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft

Distance: 11 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp

DAY 2 - Machame Camp – Shira Camp

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Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Heath We leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira 2 Camp.

DAY 3 - Shira Camp – Lava Tower Hut – Barranco Camp

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Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower

Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft

Distance: 7 km/4 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft

Distance: 3 km/2 miles

Hiking Time: 2-3 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization..

DAY 4 - Barranco Camp – Barafu Camp

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Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft

Distance: 4 km/2 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

The first section of today’s route is to scale the ‘Barranco Wall’. Use your hands and feet. Safety is paramount and you will be secured if necessary, but it looks more daunting than it actually is. The trail continues with many up and down sections, crossing a few streams, winding and climbing stopping for lunch in the Karanga Valley. After lunch there will be another 2 – 3 hours climb before you reach Barafu Camp (4640 m). Tonight, drink a lot of fluids, try to eat and go to bed early to rest enough before tomorrow’s summit trek.

DAY 5 - Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp

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Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak )

Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 7-8 hours

Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft

Distance: 12 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

> Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

DAY 6 - Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi / Arusha

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Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft

Distance: 10 km/6 miles

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi..

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