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6 DAYS MACHAME -ROUTE
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The 6-day Machame route on Mount Kilimanjaro is a camping route that provides excellent acclimatization. Particularly diverse spectacular scenery. Previously, it was known as a Whiskey route. And presently more than 30% of all climbers on the mountain Kilimanjaro use it. Because of this, the 6 day Machame route becomes the best alternative for individuals who only have six days to climb Kilimanjaro.
The 6 day Machame route, in comparison to other six-day routes, exposes the climber to higher heights sooner (day three). Something which allows the body to adjust to altitude sooner as well. You will ascend Kilimanjaro’s 6-day Machame route, passing through grasslands, tropical rainforests, alpine meadows, moorlands, and desert and ice.
This route is famous because it offers a variety of unique ecosystems to experience every day. The 6 day Machame route includes missing out on one day on Karanga Valley camp on day five and going straight to Barafu. However, to tackle the challenging elevation gains and losses on this route, one must be in good physical condition.
From the start, our experienced staff who have climbed Kilimanjaro many times will accompany you. This will include our guides, cooks, and porters. They have been leading groups on the mountain regularly and are always on hand for advice. We can provide you with an honest appraisal of the climb, about training for the mountain, and about what proper clothing and equipment you will need to buy or rent for climbing your 6-day Machame route.
The Machame variant, which lasts six days, is a challenging trek. Day four, in particular, when combined with day five, creates a highly demanding schedule. The fourth day is climbing from Barranco to Barafu. The very long and arduous summit day begins after midnight, after dinner, and after a partial night’s sleep. The 6 day Machame route entails 19–24 hours of strenuous walking at a high altitude, with just 4-6 hours of sleep.
If your holiday schedule allows you more time, then you can extend your 6 day Machame and 6-day Serengeti Safari tour.
Day 1
MACHAME GATE TO MACHAME HUT
Elevation (ft): 5,400ft to 9,400ft
Distance: 11 km
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
It takes approximately 3 hours to drive from Arusha to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate. The trek takes you via the village of Machame, which is situated on the mountain’s lower slopes. You now exit the park and follow a twisting trail up a ridge through the rainforest. The terrain might be muddy and treacherous as you descend. It’s a good idea to wear gaiters and trekking poles here. You must walk a little way until we get to Machame Camp.
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Day 2
MACHAME HUT - SHIRA CAMP
Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland
After breakfast, leave the rainforest glades and continue uphill, crossing a small valley by walking along a steep rocky ridge covered in heather till the ridge ends. The trail now heads west through a river gorge. At the Shira campsite, it’s time for some rest, food, and an overnight stay.
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Day 3
SHIRA CAMP - BARRANCO VIA LAVA TOWER
Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Semi Desert
From the Shira Plateau, continue east along a ridge, past the junction on your way to Kibo’s peak. As you go, your direction shifts to the southeast, toward the “Shark’s Tooth,” a lava tower. Shortly after the tower, you’ll reach the second junction, which leads to the Arrow Glacier, which is at an elevation of 16,000 feet. You’ll now descend to the Barranco Hut, which is at an elevation of 13,000 feet. You may relax, have dinner, and sleep the night away here. Even though you start and end the day at the same elevation, this day is critical for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
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Day 4
BARRANCO - KARANGA -BARAFU CAMP
Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 15,000ft
Distance: 9km
Hiking Time: 8-10 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, leave Barranco and continue on a rocky ridge to the Karanga Valley campground, passing the Barranco Wall. Then you leave Karanga and come to a fork in the trail that leads to the Mweka Trail. You keep going till you reach the Barafu Hut. You’ve completed the South Circuit, which provides views of the peak from a variety of perspectives. Set up camp, recover, eat dinner, and get ready for summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo may be seen from this vantage point.
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Day 5
BARAFU - SUMMIT - MWEKA HUT
Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to
10,000ft)
Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
Habitat: Arctic
You resume your journey to the peak between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers early in the morning (about 2 a.m.). You hike through steep scree in a northwesterly route to Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the trek’s most psychologically and physically demanding section.
You’ll take a break at Stella Point (18,600 feet) and be rewarded with the most spectacular sunrise you’ll ever see (if weather permits). On your 1-hour journey to the summit from Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way. You’ve reached the highest peak on Mount Kilimanjaro and the African continent at Uhuru Peak. From the summit, faster hikers will be able to view the sunrise.
You now descend from the summit, heading straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping for lunch at Barafu. For the loose gravel on the way down, you’ll need gaiters and trekking poles. Mweka Camp is located in the upper forest, where late afternoon mist or rain can be expected. Later that evening, we have our final dinner on the mountain and get some much-needed rest.
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Day 6
MWEKA HUT -MWEKA GATE - ARUSHA/MOSHI
Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
After breakfast, you continue your descent to the Mweka Park Gate, where you will be presented with your summit certificates. It might be damp and muddy at lower elevations. Walking poles and gaiters will be useful. Shorts and tees should suffice (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
You will be met at the gate by your vehicle, which will take you back to your accommodation in Arusha/Moshi.
End of the trek!
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$2394
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