6-Day Kilimanjaro Trek Machame Route

Today’s journey takes you from Machame Camp to Shira Cave Camp. The trail begins with a steep climb, enabling you to gain significant altitude quickly. As you ascend, you’ll enter the heath zone where you’ll encounter striking plant species such as helichrysum and lobelia. The trail also offers magnificent views of volcanic features such as lava tubes and glacial valleys. You will arrive at Shira Camp for your overnight stay.

• Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
• Accommodation: Budget Camping at Shira Cave Camp
• Meals: All meals included
• Drinks: Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

This day focuses on acclimatization, utilizing a walk-high-sleep-low strategy. You’ll ascend into the alpine desert, and those feeling strong can continue to Lava Tower (4,650m / 15,250ft) before descending to Barranco Camp. The high-altitude exposure today is crucial for preparing your body for the summit. After a picnic lunch on the trail, you’ll arrive at Barranco Camp for your overnight stay.

• Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
• Accommodation: Budget Camping at Barranco Camp
• Meals: All meals included
• Drinks: Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, tackle the famous Barranco Wall, a steep ascent that offers amazing views of the surrounding valleys. After reaching the top, you’ll make your way to Karanga Camp, and then continue towards Barafu Camp. The alpine desert environment and strong winds make this a true Kilimanjaro experience. Dinner will be served early in preparation for the long summit push ahead.

• Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
• Accommodation: Budget Camping at Barafu Camp
• Meals: All meals included
• Drinks: Not included

The summit day begins early, departing Barafu Camp around midnight. The climb to Stella Point and onward to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa, is a physically and mentally demanding challenge. Along the way, you’ll traverse steep scree, and if weather permits, enjoy a breathtaking sunrise at Stella Point (5,730m / 18,600ft). After reaching the summit, you'll descend to Mweka Camp to rest and recover.

• Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
• Accommodation: Budget Camping at Mweka Camp
• Meals: All meals included
• Drinks: Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After a well-deserved rest, you'll descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. Expect wet and muddy terrain as you make your way through the forest zone. Once at the gate, you'll collect your summit certificates and enjoy a fresh, satisfying lunch. Afterward, you’ll be transferred to a hotel near Arusha for a farewell dinner and relaxation before either departing or spending the night at the hotel.

• Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
• Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks: Drinking water (Other drinks not included)