Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Register at Machame Gate and climb through rainforest to Machame Camp.
Destination: Machame Gate
Sleep: Machame Camp
6 Days Tanzania Safari
6-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Trek
A scenic camping climb through rainforest, Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall, Barafu, and Mweka descent.
Duration
6 Days
Route
Machame Gate to Mweka Gate
Style
Trekking
Route Map
6-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Trek Route
Overview
Safari Details
A scenic camping climb through rainforest, Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall, Barafu, and Mweka descent. The itinerary is built for realistic pacing, daily health checks, careful altitude gain, and a strong support crew. Your guide briefs you each evening, monitors acclimatization, and adjusts the rhythm where conditions require. This package suits travelers who want a clear 6-day Kilimanjaro plan via the Machame route with transparent inclusions, optional add-ons, and route accommodation shown day by day.
Day by Day
Itinerary and Accommodation
6 planned days
Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Leave the forest for heather and moorland, finishing on the Shira Plateau.
Destination: Shira Camp
Sleep: Shira Camp
Day 3
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Climb high toward Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp.
Destination: Barranco Camp
Sleep: Barranco Camp
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Cross the southern circuit to Barafu and prepare for summit night.
Destination: Barafu Camp
Sleep: Barafu Camp
Day 5
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Mweka Camp
Reach Uhuru Peak before descending to the warmer forest edge at Mweka Camp.
Destination: Uhuru Peak
Sleep: Mweka Camp
Day 6
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Finish the descent through rainforest and return to Moshi.
Destination: Mweka Gate
Sleep: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
Stays
Accommodation Used on This Package
luxury
Machame Camp
Machame Camp is the first camp on the Machame route after a forest climb from Machame Gate. It is a scenic introduction...
luxury
Shira Camp
Shira Camp is a broad plateau camp with open views toward Kibo, Mount Meru, and the western side of Kilimanjaro. It is u...
luxury
Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp is one of Kilimanjaro's most dramatic camps, set below the Barranco Wall with views of cliffs, valleys, an...
luxury
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp is a high, exposed summit camp used before the final ascent on several southern Kilimanjaro routes. Trekkers...
luxury
Mweka Camp
Mweka Camp is a descent camp used after summit day on Machame, Lemosho, Umbwe, and related routes. It sits lower than hi...
luxury
Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel is a Moshi hotel used for pre-climb briefings, gear checks, recovery nights, and airport trans...
Included
- +Kilimanjaro National Park fees, camping or hut fees, and rescue fees
- +Professional mountain guides, assistant guides, porters, and mountain cook
- +Three meals per day on the mountain plus treated drinking water
- +Emergency oxygen, pulse oximeter checks, and basic first-aid kit
- +Fair porter loads and crew welfare standards
- +Return transfer between Moshi and Kilimanjaro route gates
- +Quality mountain tents and sleeping mats for camping routes
Not Included
- -International flights and Tanzania visa
- -Travel insurance with high altitude trekking cover
- -Personal trekking gear, sleeping bag, and clothing
- -Guide, porter, and cook tips
- -Extra hotel nights before or after the climb unless quoted
- -Optional add-on activities and private upgrades
Travel Tips
- Book early for July to October and Christmas travel dates because Serengeti and Ngorongoro rooms sell quickly.
- Pack neutral colors, a warm layer for early game drives, sun protection, binoculars, and any personal medication.
- Bring small USD notes for tips and personal purchases; card acceptance can be limited inside remote parks.
- Wildlife sightings depend on season and animal movement, so flexible timing improves the experience.
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