Active Kilitop and Safaris

Detail about the package

6 Days on Machame Route: The Epic Kilimanjaro Trekking Expedition

Price : $

Duration

6 Days

Trip season

High Season

Safari Type

Mid-Range

Meal Plan

Full Board

Tour Overview

Active Kilitop and Safari has you covered; they can have you conquering Africa's highest peak in just six days.

Kilimanjaro Mountain stands at roughly 5,895 meters (19,341 feet), making it the highest mountain in Africa and one of the seven summits. The 6-day Machame Route is known to be the best and the most scenic, and it is famously referred to as the Whiskey Route. This is due to its breathtaking landscapes, high success rates, and ease of acclimatization.

Active Kilitop and Safari makes it their goal to ensure your Kilimanjaro trekking experience is one of a kind, safe, and most importantly, unforgettable. Our guides, expertly crafted itineraries, and camping equipment increase your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa, immensely.

What Machame Route Does Best

✅ Improved Chances of Summiting (85-90%). The gradual ascend increases the odds of summiting as it is an ideal pace for acclimatization.

✅ Varied Terrain. Enjoy a trek passing through a glacier, alpine dessert, moors, and even a rainforest.

✅ More Fun, Less People. Machame is more immersive and scenic than Marangu route, it makes for a great adventure devoid of overcrowding.

Cost-effective but spectacular – Lemosho excels in all views as well as Machame which is much cheaper.

Every day during the trek on Kilimanjaro, uncontrolled landscapes and breathtaking panoramas add immense value to the experience.

Included / Excluded

  • All Kilimanjaro National Park fees (park entry, camping, and rescue fees)
  • Services of professional, experienced mountain guides, cooks, and porters
  • All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner), plus hot drinks and treated water
  • Tents and camping equipment appropriate for high-altitude conditions
  • Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Moshi/Arusha to Machame Gate and back
  • Medical emergency equipment (e.g., first-aid kit, pulse oximeter)
  • Fair wages for porters and crew, adhering to responsible tourism standards
  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, clothing, etc.)
  • Tips for guides, porters, and cooks (gratuities are customary but not mandatory)
  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)
  • Personal expenses such as beverages, snacks, or additional activities outside the itinerary
  • Accommodation in Moshi or Arusha before and after the trek (unless specifically included in your booking)

Day to day Trip

Your journey kicks off at Machame Gate, where park registration is done along with meeting your trekking team. Afterward, you will walk through a thick rainforest filled with exotic birds and colobus monkeys before heading to Machame campsite.

Kilometers: 11 (7 miles)

Habitat: Rainforest

Duration: 5-7 hours

Highlights: • Start Acclimatization • Optimal wildlife sightings • Unique rainforest views

As you leave the rainforest behind and move into the moorland zone, the steep trail tends to provide beautiful exposures to the volcanic mountains and alpine vegetation on the peaks of Kilimanjaro.

Increase in Range: 5 km (3 miles)

Habitat: Moorland

Duration: 4-6 hours

Important events:

• First sighting of Kibo peak (the summit of Kilimanjaro).

• Crossing the Shira plateau, as an ancient lava flow.

• Mount Meru has one of its eye-catching views during sunset.

This is a day for plenty of rest and for sleeping really well because tomorrow will be the most difficult so it is very important to be good piernas. To Lava Tower (4,630m), then head down to the beautiful Barranco valley.

Distance: 10 kilometers (6.2 miles)

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Semi-Desert

Highlights

• The best uphill challenge remains Lava Tower (4,630 metres).

• The first striving trek in high altitude.

• View of the Barranco Valley is very picturesque.

To start the day with an exciting climb of Barranco wall's hike before proceeding to Karanga Valley leading to Barafu Camp (Campsite 4,673 meters), from where you can nauseaing go on the stimulative pre dawn summit.

Distance: 9 kilometers (5.6 miles)

Duration: 7-8 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Summary:

• Conditioning for a mental and physical trial on the summit night.

• Catching Kibo’s glacial sunset.

• Fun and relatively easy climbs.

Distance: 17 Kilometers (10.5 miles)

So, you are doing the last part of the trek to Kili on the last night?! No freaking way climbing formally begins at 12 am and you can expect to be shocked beyond compare with what you are preparing to go through. Level 4 volcanic scree, over the British Standard alone puts you in the zone. At Stella point (5756m) turns around under uhuru peak (5895m), the King of all peaks you are soon to crush. With the complete chest of solar at level k, you will cruise effortlessly through the stars and beyond.

Summit:

• You are absolutely on top of the world. Prepare for the whole peak to envelop you as it would glorify each and every level you set for yourself.

• Taken from Mweka peak, you are simultaneously beyond pleased and crushed. Not quite sure how the building tristate pushes now serve as a foundation.

• Cautious and completely satisfied reconciliation to Mweka peak.

Day 6: Mweka Camp (3090m) – Mweka Gate (1640m)

Distance: 10 Kilometer (6.2 miles)

Your trek is now almost over, take a break to relax your body and feel the joy rush through you. Your return via Mweka is not just a return, it is the icing on the cake for all the hard work you did. The mountain itself is happy to serve everything on a glory platter munch.

Maximum:

• Living your best life is the ultimate sign of achievement.

• Good byes from all your guides is the last touch, get ready to be pampered.

• Imagine coming out of the deepest slumber and being pampered with warm baths, you turn off your brain to feel fully relaxed.

ABOUT 6 Days Machame route FAQ

  • Begin by taking a taxi from Moshi or Arusha to Machame Gate located at the southern part of Kilimanjaro.
  • Meet the porters and your guides before starting your trek on the scenic Whiskey Route.
  • Trek Through Rainforest: Hike on the Day 1 is set on lush green colourful rainforest abundant with flora and fauna.
  • Have a hot meal and camp for the night, thus completing the first phase of the journey.
  • Explore Varied Terrain: Climb for 6 days through glaciers, alpine desert, and moors, there is jaw-dropping scenery in every single one of them.
  • The slow hike enhances your acclimatization for your peak attempt.
  • Defeat Kick Uhuru-s Peak: Experts make the attempt to help you reach Uhuru Peak (5850m). With their guidance, your chances of success lies between 85-90.
  • Relish being at the highest point in Africa and while you descend on an unforgettable experience.
  • Enjoy the Seascape: Relish on one of the glacier peaks while passing through the southern circuit.
  • Have fun and enjoy the beautiful trekking views as you hike the less-crowded Machame path.
  • Flights Covered Expects Don’t: You must organize and pay for your own flights and visa, the only transport provided is for Machame Gate.
  • Be at either Moshi or Arusha before the trek commences.
  • Don’t Forget Your Gear: Always have spare items on hand as tents are not personal property. Tents, sleeping bags, clothes, and poles are your personal responsibility.
  • Pack lightly since extra isn’t allowed, but remember porters do not carry your personal camp materials.
  • Always Remember To Tip: Cash is necessary as guides, porters, and cooks tips are not included.
  • Tips are usually welcomed as they assist you throughout the climb.
  • Book Some Extra Nights: These Moshi or Arusha nights are not included, remember to ask for them in the package.
  • If you’re in need of a place to stay after your trip, find it beforehand.
  • Take It Step By Step: The initial step for a beginner is a short drive to the Machame Gate followed by a soothing rainforest walk.
  • Use the 6 days of walking to warm up to the pace without much exertion.
  • Trust Your Guide: To increase your chances of summiting, trust your experienced guide as they know how to navigate the distinct terrains.
  • Utilize all the tips and techniques your guide provides to improve the chances of reaching the peak.
  • Be Ready For A Rainforest To Glacier Conversion: Sleeping bags, warm layers, and good shoes are a must for the different climates.
  • Water and a camera is always a good idea when going on an excursion.
  • Climber’s Need To Appreciate The Gradual Ascent: In order to avoid altitude sickness, rest at the camps during the slow raise.
  • Stay rested in preparation for the climb to peak Uhuru.
  • Capture The Stunning Landscapes: On the less used path, the scenery remains a highlight for Machame climbers.
  • Due to the limited amount of other trekkers, go ahead and take pictures and admire the view.

This trek covering the 6-day Machame route boasts a success rate of over 85% and starts at Machame Gate, leading trekkers through forests, moors, glaciers, and finally Uhuru Peak (5,895m). It is then followed with an expert guide, alongside breathtaking camping and finally coming back to Moshi/Arusha

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