Machame Route 6 days

Descriptions :

The Machame Route, which is regarded as the most picturesque and picturesque of the various ascent routes up Mount Kilimanjaro, is suitable for more daring hikers who want a more physically demanding climb than Marangu or Rongai can provide. You have the option of finishing this route in either six or seven days.

The Machame (or “Whiskey”) route, one of Mount Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful and well-traveled routes, contains some challenging climbing but rewards those who train and persevere when the going gets tough.

Machame is the ideal combination of a beautiful ascent and a strenuous physical challenge.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Moshi - Machame Camp

After being picked up from your lodging in Moshi, you'll travel to Kilimanjaro National Park. Here, you'll communicate with your guides and start your ascent through the lush rainforest that covers Kilimanjaro's lower slopes. You can experience a mini-safari while hiking for 5–6 hours through this ancient jungle, spotting wildlife like black and white colobus monkeys. At Machame Camp (3,000 meters), where your porters will be waiting with your tents pitched, hot water prepared for bathing, and food prepared to reenergize you for the following day, you will end your day.
Day 2 - Machame Camp - Shira Camp

Today's hike is shorter than yesterday's, but you'll be up bright and early. Today, the lush forest is replaced by scrubby moorland, creating a completely different hiking experience. By the middle of the afternoon, you'll have made it to Shira Camp, giving you time to unwind and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Kibo glacier from the Shira Plateau.
Day 3 - Shira Camp - Lava Tower - Barranco Camp

After breakfast, you'll set out for the intimidating shape of the Lava Tower (4,640m), which is your first objective for the day. Following a 700m ascent to the Lava Tower, you will gradually descend to Barranco Camp, which is located at 4,500m. You will set up camp at the picturesque Barranco Camp in the shadow of the commanding Barranco Wall after your trek takes you through various vegetation zones once more. Barranco, the most picturesque camp on Kilimanjaro, will serve as your home base tonight.
Day 4 - Barranco Camp - Barafu Camp

Today, as you take on Barranco Wall for some traditional rock climbing, you'll get your first real taste of mountain climbing. Following this first test, you will continue in the direction of the Karanga Valley, where you will stop for lunch. You'll travel for another two to three hours after your meal until you arrive at Barafu Camp. It's critical that you eat a substantial meal and get plenty of liquids before going to bed this evening because you'll be summiting tomorrow.
Day 5 - Barafu Camp - Uhuru Peak - Mweka Camp

Today, you're getting an early start to the day—just after midnight! As you get dressed and organize your daypack for the adventure ahead, your climbing team will wake you up with a cup of hot tea and a light snack for energy. Take it slow; you'll be hiking in complete darkness for the next 5-7 hours. This way, you'll get to Stella Point just before dawn. Your next two hours of arduous hiking will take you to Uhuru Peak, your ultimate destination. Standing at 5,985 meters, you'll be able to witness an amazing sunrise and enjoy the expansive view. You've succeeded! You'll start the ascent back down to Barafu Camp after taking pictures and taking it all in, where you'll stop for lunch and some fun. You'll move on down to Mweka Camp to spend the night after taking a short break.
Day 6 - Mweka Camp - Moshi

Today is a special day because you'll have one last breakfast up on the mountain before you head down to the Mweka Gate. Here, you can celebrate with your porters and guides, give them tips for their labor of love, and get your completion certificate. After that, your driver will drive you to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha so you can get some well-deserved rest.

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