5N / 6D

Trekking

Adventure

6-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via the Machame Route

Mount Kilimanjaro(5N)

STAY   budget hotels + camp

$ 1,800

$ 1,900

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Machame Gate (1,790 m) – Machame Camp (3,010 m).
  • After breakfast, you will be picked up at the lodge and taken to the entrance gate of Kilimanjaro National Park.
  • You can choose to start your Kilimanjaro private hike, join a group on Kilimanjaro, or embark on a solo hike.
  • While your guide completes the registration forms, you can observe the mountain team prepare for the climb.
  • Once registration is complete, your Kilimanjaro adventure will begin.
  • You will soon find yourself deep within the magnificent mountain rainforest, surrounded by ancient trees, primeval ferns, lianas, lichen, and moss that carpets the ground and drapes from the trees.
  • With a little luck, you may hear and even spot the beautiful black and white colobus monkeys in the treetops.
  • After 5 to 6 hours of hiking, you will reach your destination for the day, the Machame Camp, located just above the tree line.
  • Here, at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, you will enjoy your first dinner followed by an overnight stay in tents.
  • After an early morning start, the path steepens.
  • The landscape transforms into heath and moorland, providing an open view of the impressive mountain range.
  • Today's stage is shorter than the previous day.
  • You will arrive at the New Shira Camp by mid-afternoon.
  • The camp offers a breathtaking view of the mountain.
  • During sunset, the evening sun illuminates the rock face and glacier of Kibo.
  • Today, you will climb approximately 800 meters.
  • You will be camping at an elevation only slightly higher than the previous night.
  • This will allow your body to acclimatize, as a height of over 4,500 meters will be reached over the next two days.
  • The trek begins with a long ascent above the Shira Plateau towards the Lava Tower.
  • The vegetation becomes sparser as the landscape transitions to an afro-alpine desert.
  • The route passes through the sweeping Barranco Valley, featuring lobelia and giant Senecio plants.
  • After 6 to 7 hours, you will arrive at the most beautiful camp on the mountain?the Barranco Camp.
  • Today's stretch begins with the ascent of the Barranco Wall.
  • Safety is paramount, and your guides will assist you whenever necessary.
  • As you follow the ridge, you can enjoy splendid views of the southern glacier of Kibo.
  • In the Karanga Valley, you will have lunch.
  • This will be followed by a 2 to 3 hour climb to Barafu Camp.
  • Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner, and call it an early night.
  • After a cup of hot tea and a light snack, the climb begins at around midnight.
  • By torchlight, you will climb the slopes of Kibo.
  • After 5 to 7 hours of ascending in the dark, you will arrive at Stella Point (5,730 m), the crater rim of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
  • Another 1 to 2 hour climb along the crater ridge will lead you to Uhuru Peak.
  • Here, you will see Kilimanjaro in all its glory, enjoying the 360° view over the landscape below as the sun rises.
  • You are now standing on the ?Roof of Africa.?
  • The simple descent runs almost along the same route.
  • Shortly before midday, you should arrive at Barafu Camp, where the porters and the cook will be waiting for you.
  • After a warm meal and a well-deserved break of approximately 1 to 2 hours, you will be on your way down to Mweka Camp.
  • At Mweka Camp, supper and a well-earned rest await you.
  • The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew.
  • A gentle 2 to 3-hour descent through the rainforest continues to Mweka Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you.
  • Your driver will take you back to the hotel.
  • After a warm shower, the rest of the day is free to relax at the pool or celebrate your achievement.
  • This marks the end of your Kilimanjaro private hike or group hiking tour.

Stay & Meal Details

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Mount Kilimanjaro

5 nights

Camp Kilimanjaro Huts

All Meals included

$1,900

5% off

$1,800 /person

Package Policies

  • Mountain accommodation
  • All transportation - airport pickup and drop-off included
  • Professional English-speaking mountain guide and chef
  • All park entrance fees
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • All mentioned activities
  • 18% VAT
  • All government taxes included in the price
  • Mineral water available all day
  • Rescue fees
  • Camping equipment (tent, mess table, and chairs)
  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Tips (from 10 USD per person per day for a porter)
  • Internal flights
  • Tips (from 15 USD per person per day for chefs/cooks)
  • Hiking and trekking equipment
  • Tips (from 15 USD per person per day for mountain guides)
  • Pre- and post-program accommodation for 2 nights

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