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6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route
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Duration - 6 days
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
This 6-day Machame route is the best, classic and most popular route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain at 5,895 meters above sea level. The 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing tour via Machame route offers a challenging yet rewarding
Highlights
- Day 1: Moshi to Machame Camp
- Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
- Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
- Day 4: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
- Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
- Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
- 6 days Kilimanjaro Climbing Price
- The best Summit success rate for 6 days Machame route
Description
6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route
This 6-day Machame route is the best, classic and most popular route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain at 5,895 meters above sea level. The 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing tour via Machame route offers a challenging yet rewarding adventure allowing hikers to experience the diverse landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro. The 6 days Machame route on Kilimanjaro climb requires 19–24 hours of demanding walking at high elevations with only 4-6 hours of sleep, covering a distance of about 62 km from Machame gate to the summit (19,341’) and descending back to Mweka gate.
Best 6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route success rate
The best successful Kilimanjaro summit rate using the 6-day Machame route is from 90% to 95% allowing hikers to reach 5,895 meters Uhuru peak. This 6 days Machame route is the most popular and most preferred route by over 50% of Kilimanjaro climbers due to its higher summit success rates to all hikers using it.
What is the difficulty level of the Machame route?
The Machame route also known as the "Whiskey" route is considered a challenging trek with about 5% to 10% difficulty level and is recommended for experienced hikers. The route is known for its steep inclines and high altitude, which can cause altitude sickness for those who are not properly acclimatized. However, with proper preparation and training, many hikers successfully complete the Machame route and enjoy the stunning views and unique terrain along the way.
Best 6 days Machame route price on Kilimanjaro climbing
The best and most affordable prices for the 6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route is from $1300 to $3500 per climber enabling you to successful summit 5,895 meters snow-capped Kilimanjaro peak. This 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route price varies depending on the accommodations before and after the climb, number of people on a group climb, luxury or budget climbing services required. 6 days Kilimanjaro fees and costs are paid in Dollars, Pounds, Euros, and Tanzania Shillings.
6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route itinerary
The best day-by-day full detailed itinerary for the 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route: Day 1: Machame Gate (56,000ft / 1,830m) to Machame Camp (10,200ft / 3,100m) | 5-7 hours | 11 km; Day 2: Machame Camp (10,200ft / 3,100m) to Shira Campsite (12,600ft / 3,840m) | 4-6 hours | 9 km; Day 3: Shira Camp (12,600 ft / 3,840 m) to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (3,950 m / 12,960 ft) | 5-7 hours | 15 km; Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,950 m / 12,960 ft) to Barafu Camp (4,680 m / 15,350 ft) | 6-8 hours | 9km; Day 5: Barafu Camp (4,680 m / 15,350 ft) to Summit (5895m / 19,343ft), down to Mweka Camp (3090m / 10,150ft) | 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down | 6 km up / 13 km down; and Day 6: Mweka Camp (3090m / 10,150ft) to Mweka Gate (1680 m / 5500 ft) | 3-4 hours | 10 km.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Park fees, Camp fees, Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain, Filtered water throughout the trek
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA)
- Pick up and drop off to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Pre and after Trek accommodations at the hotel, 2 nights at hotel in Moshi town with bed & breakfast
- Exclusions:
- Both National and International flights
- Medical insurance & Travel Insurance
- Visa cost which is USD 50 except for Canadian and USA passport holders which is USD 100
- Tips to mountain crew
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry Services
- A doctor for the group, Alcoholic beverages
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra (USD 150 per toilet + toilet tent)
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 1: Hotel to Machame Camp
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate takes about 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.
We depart the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft
Distance: 11km/7mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.
Elevation: 3050m/9950ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance: 5km/3mi
Walking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall (elev 4250m/13,900ft), through the Karanga Valley (elev 4050m/13,250ft) to the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp with views of the summit in the distance.
Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance: 9km/6mi
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.
From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!
From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3090m/10,150ft
Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
Horizon Seeker Adventures vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (around 60 minutes).
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast
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