The 6-day Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing package is the best and most exclusive hiking tour that enables climbers to summit the highest peak in Africa. For the 6 days of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame route, the summit day is the fifth day of this tour. Also, the accommodation on this tour is in tents, and the climber will be accompanied by the best crew, including competitive porters and expert tour guides.
The itinerary for the 6-day Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing package consumes five nights of accommodation. So, this tour starts on the south side of Mount Kilimanjaro from the main gate of Machame. Also, the 6-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Machame route offers great, beautiful scenery throughout the tour. So, the following is the complete itinerary for this package.
This is the day of arrival when our driver will pick you up from the airport and drive you to the hotel. So, on this day, you will get the highlight of the 6-day Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing package experience. The guide will explain your dos and don'ts, ready for tomorrow's climbing.
The trek during this day starts at Machame Gate, where you will be prepared with your group ready to go to Machame Camp. So, after that, it's a 10-kilometer walk that usually takes 5 to 7 hours. Also, for the entire duration of this tour, the guide will advise you on the best way to walk at the appropriate pace.
This day involves passing through a dense rainforest with very green and natural vegetation. Also, you will get to see some small wildlife, such as monkeys and different kinds of birds. So, in this area, you need to keep a raincoat ready because it can rain anytime, unexpectedly.
Now, after arriving at the first camp (Machame camp) at an altitude of 5905 feet, you will rest in a tent and get hot food. So, the oxygen level in this area is higher than in higher areas. Also, the temperature ranges from 15°C to 25°C without any ice coverage.
The second day of the trek starts from Machame Camp to Shira Camp for a walk of 5 kilometers. Also, usually, the hiking on this day takes 4 to 6 hours, depending on the condition of the tourist, the trail, and the weather.
While walking, you will witness the scenery change from dense forest to moorland with low vegetation. So, while you are on the way, this landscape allows you to see far and enjoy the environment with a panoramic view.
After arriving at Shira Camp, which is located at an altitude of 12600 feet, you will rest in a tent and have a hot meal. So, in this area, the oxygen level starts to decrease compared to the first camp. Also, the temperature in this station ranges from 10°C to 20°C, and there is rarely snow coverage.
On the third day, you will wake up and start walking from Shira Camp toward Barranco Camp. So, this day's walk takes 6 to 8 hours for a distance of 10 km. Also, the walking time depends on the weather and the ability of the tourist to face the heights.
The environment in these areas is the Alpine Desert, with little vegetation and a rocky surface. This makes you able to see places more beautifully, especially the landscape of the Shira Plateau.
After arriving at Barranco Camp, you will get food as well as accommodations to rest ready for tomorrow's tour. This Barranco camp is located at an altitude of 12960 feet, where the temperature ranges from 5°C to 15°C. Also, this area has less oxygen than Shira Camp, and ice coverage is insignificant.
On the fourth day of the trek, you will wake up early and have a hot breakfast ready to start the walk towards Barafu camp. From Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp is a 9-kilometer journey that takes about 7 to 9 hours, depending on the tourist's condition. In fact, this is the only journey that makes the 6-Day Machame route differ from other Kilimanjaro climbing tours via this route.
On this hiking tour, you will pass through the Barranco Wall, which is a challenging part of its passage. Also, this area is located in the Alpine desert on the Kilimanjaro belt, where there are very few plants and a very interesting landscape.
So, after arriving at Barafu camp with your crew, you will sing and enjoy arriving in this area safely. It is also a continuation of the historic tour toward the highest peak in Africa. So, later, you will get to rest in a prepared tent with a hot meal.
Barafu camp is at an altitude of 15090 feet above sea level, and the ice coverage here is present. Also, the temperature here ranges from -10°C to -5°C, and the oxygen level is low as compared to the previous camp.
Day five is a summit day, where a journey normally starts almost at 2:00 a.m. So, walking on this day up to Uhuru Peak, the distance is about 4 kilometers, which takes 6 to 8 hours.
The landscape of this area is the Alpine Desert. And also, the ice begins to increase when you approach the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. This area is so open that it gives you the ability to see an interesting environment. After a while, you will arrive at the summit of Kilimanjaro.
This is where the joy and happiness begin; really, it is a wonderful pleasure when you see yourself at the highest peak in Africa. When you reflect on the whole way you have been going to get here, it is to congratulate yourself for this heavy work. This happiness will last for almost 45 minutes due to the weather not being supportive of staying for a long time.
Also, you will get to take commemorative photos while you are at the peak of 5895 meters. In this area, the internet does not reach where it would make it easier to be live-streamed on social media. So, instead, you will save and later show your fans while you are at the top of Kilimanjaro.
Afterward, you will descend from Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp for rest. It is a distance of 10 to 12 kilometers, which takes 4 to 6 hours. The environment changes from the Alpine Desert to the rain forest. Also, oxygen level and temperature increase and range from 10°C to 20°C.
Also, conditions change from the ice zone to the ice-free zone. So, after arriving, you will get to sing happy songs to complete the summit. After that, the guide will give you certificates of appreciation from Owl Eyes Expedition Co Ltd after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for the 6-day Machame route. Then, you will rest, get food, and prepare for the last day tomorrow.
On day six, the last day of this 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing tour, we are descending from Mweka Camp up to the date. It is a 10-kilometer hike that takes 3 to 4 hours. Also, the hiking time sometimes increases depending on the tiredness of the tourist. This is due to the hard experience he gained while climbing the mountain.
So, after arriving at the gate, the Owl Eyes Expedition car will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel. After that, there is preparation for departure.
So, this is the complete itinerary for the 6-day Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing package. Also, with this tour, the guest can climb privately or join a group tour of other climbers. And on this tour, we guarantee the best and most decent service for the tourists throughout the tour. We provide the tourist with good accommodation, food on time, a crew with great ability and experience, as well as a tour guide with expertise.