6/5 machame days climbing kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro About machame route Machame route is considered the most popular path and also famously known as the whiskey route. The route can be finished in a minimum of six days but it is recommended to be done in seven days for better altitude acclimatization. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

Compared to marangu route which is also popularly known as coca –cola route the machame path can be bit challenging and its best for hikers who are more adventurous and have high altitude experience and a good hiking record. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Regard less of that with the right mindset, preparation and a good team; summit can be reached with just about anybody. The path is easy to access from the town of Moshi, and almost 50% of all climbers prefer the route. Each day on the path presents different eco system to experience which is one of the main reasons it is so popular. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro The hike begins in the Kilimanjaro fertile montane rainforest. The place receives much precipitation, so trekking poles will be needed as the trail is usually slippery.  The path keeps heading towards shira plateau, then climbs to the volcanic plug, lava tower and thereafter dropping and circling   below the south ice field. The circular path from Barranco to Karanga to Barafu is also known as the Southern circuit.  The challenging approach to the summit is done from east going through endless switchbacks until the stell point, and finally a flat path to Uhuru Peak.  Descent is made via mweka trail. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 1 Moshi - Machame Gate - Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro You will begin your drive from Moshi to machame gate; the drive will only take about 50 minutes. The journey will take you through the beautiful village of machame located on the lower slopes of the mountain. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro After arrival at the gate you will proceed to the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro The path might be muddy and slippery so it is advised that you use gaiters and trekking poles.  Distance covered: 10.6km, Hiking time: 6 hours, Meals: Lunch and Dinner, Elevation: 5,380ft -9,350ft Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 2 Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Depart from glades of rain forest and proceed on an ascending path, crossing the little valley trekking along a step rocky ridge, covered with heather till the ridge ends. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro The route will now diverge to west onto a river gorge. You will have your dinner and overnight rest at shira campsite. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft, Distance Covered: 5.4km, Time to be used: 4-6 hours, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 3 Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro After breakfast we will leave the shira plateau and proceeding eastwards up a ridge, passing the intersection towards the peak of kibo. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro As we keep moving, our direction changes to the south east towards lava tower. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Immediately after the tower we reach the second intersection which leads us to the arrow glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We then head down the barranco hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. We will retire here and spend overnight. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro The day ends up at almost the same elevation as when we started which is best for acclimatization. Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft, Distance Covered: 10.8km, Time to be used: 8 - 10hrs, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 4 BARRANCO CAMP- KARANGA CAMP -BARAFU CAMP

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Prompt departure from barranco camp to begin your summit to barranco wall which will only take about an hour, at the top the view of heim glacier is spectacular and you will be above clouds, Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro We then proceed to barafu hut. This will be the completion of southern route which offers a spectacular view of the summit from different angles.  Here we will rest and enjoy a tasteful early dinner as we prepare for the summit on the next day. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro The two peaks of kibo and mawenzi are clearly visible here. Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 15,000f, Distance: 9km, Hiking Time: 8-10 hours, Habitat: Alpine Desert Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 5 BARAFU CAMP  (15,331ft) -UHURU PEAK (19,341ft) - MWEKA CAMP (10,065ft).

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro On this day we will push our way to the summit our trek will begin around midnight, this can a bit more physically and mentally challenging compared to the other parts of the trek. After reaching Stella Point (18,600ft), we will take a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, snow may be encountered all the way on our 1-hour ascent to the summit. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Your time at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa will be brief. Take as many pictures as you want, enjoy your accomplishment and then start heading back to Stella Point. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro From the summit, we will immediately start our descent straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. . The trail is rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are useful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro We will later enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and take a well-earned rest. Distance: 5 km, Hiking Time: 7-8 hours, Habitat: Arctic Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

DAY 6 MWEKA CAMP (10,065ft) -MOSHI

Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Following a well-earned breakfast, we will have a celebration with all the team and afterwards will have a three hours walk to mweka gate. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Upon arrival at the gate you will receive your gold certificate for reaching the summit and there after head to mweka village where we will meet our driver who will take you back to your hotel for a long rest. Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro Distance Covered: 9.1km, Time to be used: 3hrs. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Kilimanjaro climbing Kilimanjaro

MOUNT KILIMANJARO CLIMBING INCLUDED PACKAGES

     Entry Park Fees

     Experienced Professional Tour guide

      taxes

      Gate transfer

      Cook and Porters

      Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner While on Mountain

      Sanitizer

      Airport pick-up & Drop up & Hotel (2-nights Hotel Before & after Mountain)

MOUNT KILIMANJARO CLIMBING EXCLUDED PACKAGES

 Local and International flights

     Tips to Guide, Cook and Porters

    Mountain Climbing Gears

    Visa