6 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Trek Itinerary

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Duration

6 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, Espanol

About this tour

The Machame Route, also known as the “Whiskey Route,” is one of Kilimanjaro’s most scenic and popular trekking routes. It offers diverse landscapes, including lush rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and stunning glaciers near the summit. This 6-day version requires good physical fitness, as acclimatization time is shorter than the 7-day option.

Start Point: Machame Gate
End Point: Mweka Gate
Difficulty: Challenging
Highest Point: Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
Accommodation: Mountain tents
Best Months: June – October & December – February

Highlights

Spectacular and varied scenery throughout the trek
Panoramic views from Shira Plateau
Climb the iconic Barranco Wall
Trek through the dramatic Karanga Valley
Overnight at Barafu High Camp before summit push
Chance to see glaciers and the crater rim at sunrise
A challenging but rewarding summit approach

Included/Excluded

Park fees
Transport
Meals
Drinking water and soft drinks
Camping and tents

Tipping porters and guides
Items for personal use
Flight ticket

Itinerary

Elevation:1,640m to 2,850m
Distance: 11 km | Hiking Time: 5–7 hrs
Trek through dense rainforest with lush vegetation and wildlife. Trail is steep but manageable.
Overnight:Machame Camp

Elevation:2,850m to 3,840m
Distance: 5 km | Hiking Time: 4–6 hrs
Ascent through moorland zone onto the Shira Plateau. Stunning views of Kibo and Mt. Meru.
Overnight:Shira Camp

Elevation:3,840m to 4,630m to 3,976m
Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 6–8 hrs
Important acclimatization day climbing to Lava Tower (4,630m). Descend into Barranco Valley with impressive giant groundsels.
Overnight:Barranco Camp

levation:3,976m to 4,640m
Distance: 8–10 km | Hiking Time: 8–10 hrs
Climb the magnificent Barranco Wallin the morning. Instead of stopping at Karanga, continue directly toward Barafu Camp.
This is a long, challenging day involving steep ascents and high altitude. The trail crosses rocky ridges and alpine desert terrain with panoramic views of the summit.
Arrive at Barafu in the afternoon, rest, hydrate, and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.
Overnight: Barafu Camp

Elevation:4,640m to 5,895m (Uhuru) → down to 3,100m
Distance: 17 km | Hiking Time: 10–15 hrs
Begin the summit push at midnight to reach Stella Pointat sunrise and then Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend to Barafu for a short break, then continue to Mweka Camp.
Overnight: Mweka Camp

Elevation:3,100m to 1,640m
Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hrs
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate where certificates are issued. Meet the vehicle for transfer back to Moshi.

Durations

6 Days

Language

English

Espanol

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