Tanzania · Trekking

6-Day Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek to Uhuru Peak with Full Support

6 Days Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Summit Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa
02 One of Kilimanjaro's most scenic routes with an excellent acclimatization profile
03 Trek through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glacier zones
04 Enjoy the exciting scramble up the Barranco Wall
05 Professional guides, porters, cooks, and full mountain support
06 High summit success thanks to the "climb high, sleep low" itinerary
07 Full-board meals, purified drinking water, and emergency oxygen included
08 Receive your official Kilimanjaro Summit Certificate at the end

Conquer the iconic Machame Route, one of Kilimanjaro's most scenic and successful trekking trails. Known as the "Whiskey Route," Machame offers diverse landscapes, rich vegetation, and excellent acclimatization as you climb toward Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m. This 6-day itinerary is ideal for trekkers seeking a challenging but rewarding ascent with the support of experienced guides and full mountain services.

The climb is steep and demanding, but as dawn breaks, you reach Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on the continent.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Machame

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Machame Gate to Machame Camp Through the Rainforest

Your adventure begins with a transfer to Machame Gate for registration and briefing. After meeting your guides and porters, you start trekking through the lush rainforest filled with birds, monkeys, and giant ferns. The trail gradually ascends through shaded, mossy terrain until you reach Machame Camp, where you will enjoy your first hot dinner on the mountain.

Day 02

Machame Camp to Shira Camp Across the Moorland

Today you climb out of the rainforest and into the moorland zone. The trail becomes steeper, offering spectacular views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau. After a rewarding day of hiking, you arrive at Shira Camp, set on a wide, open plateau with stunning sunset views.

Day 03

Lava Tower Acclimatization Trek to Barranco Camp

This is a key acclimatization day. You hike upward toward the Lava Tower, a massive volcanic formation at 4,600 m where you stop for lunch. Then you descend to Barranco Camp, giving your body time to adjust to the higher altitude. This "climb high, sleep low" method greatly improves summit success. The evening views at Barranco, with the Breach Wall rising above, are unforgettable.

Day 04

Barranco Wall Climb to Barafu Base Camp

Your day begins with climbing the famous Barranco Wall, a thrilling and fun scramble that rewards you with incredible views. The trail continues across ridges and valleys before arriving at Karanga Camp for lunch. After lunch, you ascend to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit. The landscape is barren and striking, with views stretching across the rugged alpine desert. After an early dinner, you prepare for the midnight summit attempt. Rest early, as the biggest day awaits.

Day 05

Midnight Summit Push to Uhuru Peak and Descent

Around midnight, you begin your final ascent to the top of Africa. The climb is steep and demanding, but as dawn breaks, you reach Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on the continent. After celebrating your achievement, you descend back to Barafu for a short rest, then continue down to Mweka Camp for rest and overnight.

Day 06