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Kilimanjaro · Mid-Range
6 Days Kilimanjaro Climb — Machame Route
The scenic 'Whiskey' route on a compact six-day schedule.
Duration
6 days
Tour type
Private or Group
Accommodation
Mountain tents at designated campsites
Transport
Transfers to and from the trailhead
Meals
Full board on the mountain
Destinations
Mount Kilimanjaro, Machame Route
Best season
January–March and June–October are usually drier
Route
Machame
Trekking days
6
Starting elevation
Machame Gate, 1,800 m
Acclimatization
Lava Tower climb high, sleep low
Summit attempt
Night of day 4
Guides & support
Licensed guides, cook and porters
Preparation
Regular hiking and cardio training for 2–3 months before
Overview
Machame is one of the most scenic routes, crossing the Shira Plateau and the Barranco Wall. The six-day version combines Karanga and Barafu on day four, which makes it demanding — fit hikers only.
Highlights
- Shira Plateau
- Lava Tower
- Barranco Wall scramble
- Varied scenery
- Camping experience
- Stella Point sunrise
Day-by-Day Itinerary
A steady climb through dense rainforest to the first camp.
Trekking with guides and portersHealth check by guide
- Route
- Machame Gate (1,800 m) → Machame Camp (3,000 m)
- Trekking time
- 5–7 hours
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight
- Machame Camp
- Accommodation
- Mountain tents
Pricing
Contact us for a personalized quotation. Prices depend on your travel dates, group size and accommodation level.
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees, camping or hut fees and rescue fees
- Licensed mountain guides, assistant guides, cook and porters
- All meals on the mountain and treated drinking water
- Mountain tents and sleeping mats (camping routes)
- Transport to and from the trailhead
- Daily health checks including pulse oximeter readings
- Summit certificate
Not Included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance with high-altitude cover (required)
- Hotel nights before and after the climb (can be added)
- Personal trekking gear and sleeping bag (rental available)
- Tips for the mountain crew
Frequently Asked Questions
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