6 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek

Experience Kilimanjaro’s beauty with our 6-day Machame route climb! Enjoy stunning views, lush forests, and expert guidance on this popular path. Reach Africa’s highest peak with ease and confidence.
Join us for an unforgettable 6-day Machame route trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This journey, also known as the "Whiskey Route," is the most popular path to reach Kilimanjaro's peak, providing thrilling views and diverse landscapes that make every step worthwhile.

Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1: Arrival and Preparation
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our team will warmly welcome you and take you to your hotel in Moshi. After settling in, you'll meet with your guide to review all essential details, gear, and safety tips for the journey.

Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Your adventure begins at Machame Gate, passing lush rainforests on your way to Machame Camp. This scenic hike introduces you to Kilimanjaro's rich landscapes. Along the way, look out for blue monkeys swinging through the trees!

Hiking Time: About 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Cave Camp
Rise early to enjoy views of the mountain. Today, you'll pass from the forest into the moorland zone with amazing sights of the Shira Plateau.

Hiking Time: About 3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 4: Shira Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
To adjust to the altitude, you'll ascend to Lava Tower at 4600 meters and then descend to Barranco Camp. This method helps your body acclimatize for the days ahead. The path reveals stunning views of Barranco Wall and the towering Western Breach.

Hiking Time: About 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Start with the Barranco Wall ascent. Although not difficult, it's a long, steady climb. Continue through Karanga Camp and then toward Barafu Camp, where you'll prepare for the final summit push.

Hiking Time: About 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit (Uhuru Peak) to Millennium Camp
The final ascent begins at midnight. After a 4-5 hour climb, you’ll reach Stella Point to watch the sunrise. Continue for about an hour to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa! After celebrating, descend to Millennium Camp to rest.

Hiking Time: 12-15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 7: Final Descent to Mweka Gate
After breakfast, make the final descent to Mweka Gate. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a certificate to celebrate your incredible Kilimanjaro achievement! Our team will transfer you back to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.

Hiking Time: About 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch included

Safety and Accommodations
Your safety is our top priority. Our guides are certified, and we provide high-quality gear, first aid, and emergency oxygen. For your comfort, enjoy pre- and post-climb accommodations at the Panama Garden Resort in Moshi.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.