6 Days - 5 Nights Kilimanjaro Climb via Machame Route
Description
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 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 the Machame Gate. The path leads hikers through the rain forest to the Shira Plateau. Here, many of Kilimanjaro routes converge. Then the route turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. The descent is made via the Mweka route.
Plan Africa Adventures offers the Machame route as a seven day group climb or as a six day private climb. The six day variation combines days four and five, going from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp without staying at Karanga.
Tour Photos
Program itinerary
- Climbing the steeper trails
- Sleeping on the tents
- Experiencing different vegetations (rainforest, heather moorland, alpine desert, and ice)
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DAY 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
HighlightsTransfer to your Hotel in Moshi or Arusha or in the Machame area.Meet your Mountain guide for the upcoming Kilimanjaro Machame Route climb and verify all climbing gear is present.
SummaryArrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
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Day 2: Beginning the Climb - Machame Gate to Machame Camp
HighlightsBreakfast at your Hotel
Drive to the starting gate (Machame gate)
Registration/Check in at the gate
Climbing from 1500m to 3000m above sea level
SummaryDrive to the starting gate (Machame gate) to begin your Kilimanjaro Machame Route climb.Registration/Check-in at the gate.Climb from 1500m to 3000m above sea level on Kilimanjaro's steeper trails along the Machame Hike Route.Day 3: Ascending Further - Machame Camp to Shira CampAscend from 3000m to Shira Camp at 3840 meters above sea level on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route.Witness a steep ascent to Shira Plateau with rewarding views of Moshi town and Mt. Meru.Cover a distance of 4km on the Machame Hike Trails.
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Day 3: Ascending Further - Machame Camp to Shira Camp
HighlightsClimbing from 3000 to Shira Camp 3840 metres above the sea level
Distance covered: .4km
Approx. time taken: hours
Steep ascent to Shira Plateau
Rewarding view of Moshi town and Mt. Meru.
SummaryAscend from 3000m to Shira Camp at 3840 meters above sea level on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route.Witness a steep ascent to Shira Plateau with rewarding views of Moshi town and Mt. Meru.Cover a distance of 4km on the Machame Hike Trails.
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Day 4: Into Rocky Terrain - Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
HighlightsClimbing from 3840 to Barranco Camp 3950
Distance covered: 10.8km
Approx. time taken: 8 hrs
Walking on the heath moorland vegetation
Walk high, sleep low’ to aid your body’s acclimatization to altitude.
SummaryAscend from 3840m to Barranco Camp at 3950m on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route.Cover a distance of 10.8km on the Machame Hike Trails.Walk through heath moorland vegetation and practice 'walk high, sleep low' for acclimatization.A day to climb high and steep low, reaching an altitude of 4600m along the Machame Hike Route.
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DAY 5: Climbing from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
HighlightsClimbing challenge from 3950m to 4200m karanga camp
Climbing distance 6km
Hiking time: 2-3 hours
Climbing challenge from 4200m to 4600m Barafu Camp
Climbing Distance 4km
Hiking time: 4-5 hours
View of the both peak Kibo na mawenzi
Habitat: Alpine Desert
SummaryThe summit is now 1345m further up and you will make the final ascent the same night. In the camp the tents are pitched on a narrow stone, and a dangerous ridge. Make sure that you familiarize yourself with the terrain before dark to avoid any accidents.
Prepare your equipment, stick and thermal clothing for your summit attempt. This should include your headlamp and camera batteries with a spare set available as well. To prevent freezing it will be wise to carry your water in a thermal flask. Go to bed early and try to get some precious rest and sleep for not more than 5 Hours.
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Day 6: Summit Day - Barafu to Uhuru Peak and Descend to Mweka Camp
HighlightsClimbing challenge experience from 4600m to 5895m
Climbing distance 7km
Hiking time: 8hours
Habitat: Stone screed and ice capped summit
Reaching the highest point in Africa
Descending from Uhuru peak 5895m to Mweka camp 3067
SummaryClimbing challenge experience from 4600m to 5895m on Kilimanjaro Machame Route.Climbing distance 7km.Hiking time: 8 hours.Reach the highest point in Africa on Kilimanjaro's stone screed and ice-capped summit.Descend from Uhuru peak 5895m to Mweka camp at 3067m on the Machame Hike Kilimanjaro.
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Day 7: Descending to Mweka Gate
HighlightsDescend from 3067m to 1640m
Hiking distance: 10km
Hiking time: 5km
SummaryDescend from 3067m to 1640m along the Kilimanjaro Machame Route.Hiking distance: 10km on the Machame Hike Trails.Hiking time: 5 hours on your Machame Hike Kilimanjaro.Camp at Mweka camp before departing to the Mweka Parks Gate the next morning.Receive a climbing certificate and then drive back to your Hotel in Moshi.
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Day 8: Departure from Kilimanjaro
SummaryTransferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for:Extension to Zanzibar.Safari extension.Leisure stay with various day trip excursions.Cultural tours.Customized itineraries available to match your wishes and requirements for your Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 days climb.
Skill Level Required
Not specified
Equipment needed
Not specified
Meals and Drinks
Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner), water, tea and coffee are available,
Note: For special meals such as Vegetarian meals, gluten-free, food allergies and anything else, please let us know in advance.
Children Options
Children starting from the age of 12 are allowed to take part.
Transfer Options
included
Other Services
- Various cultural tours near Moshi before or after the trekking .
- Safari to Tanzania’s major Parks such as Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti.
- Day Trips in Moshi – https://planafricaadventures.com/tours?cat=day-trip
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