6-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via Machame Route to Uhuru Peak

• Our guide and mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning to meet you and hold a quick briefing.
• After the briefing, you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park's entrance at Machame Gate (1,800 m).
• Upon arrival, the group will complete the formalities of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service.
• Your trekking journey will then begin as you head up to Machame Camp (3,010 m).
• This section of the route passes through the rainforest, where tropical showers are highly probable.
• We recommend bringing spare clothes and raincoats for the trek.

Lunch and dinner will be provided.
Distance: Machame Gate to Machame Camp - 5 km
Change in elevation: Machame Gate (1,800 m) - Machame Camp (3,010 m)
Hiking time: 5-6 hours.

• The next morning, after breakfast, the trek will begin towards the second high-altitude camp, Shira Camp (3,845 m).
• During this day's trek, you will emerge from the rainforest and witness stunning views of the Shira Plateau for the first time.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.

Distance: Machame Camp to Shira Camp - 5 km
Change in elevation: Machame Camp (3,010 m) - Shira Camp (3,845 m)
Hiking time: 4-5 hours.

• After breakfast at Shira Camp (3,845 m), you will depart and head towards one of the key points of the route: Lava Tower (4,630 m). This section involves numerous ascents and descents, culminating at an altitude of over 4,600 meters.
• Spending at least 1-2 hours at Lava Tower is advised for successful acclimatization, and lunch will be served here.
• Afterward, you will descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m), where you can admire the famous Barranco Wall, known for its impressive size and steepness.
• The following day, you will climb the Barranco Wall, which features a straightforward hiking trail.

Distance: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp - 11 km

Change in elevation: Shira Camp (3,845 m) - Lava Tower (4,630 m) - Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
Hiking time: 6-8 hours.

• An early wake-up call will be followed by breakfast and the start of your climb up the Barranco Wall. Leaving camp as early as possible is recommended to avoid crowds from other groups.
• After the climb, you can rest and take photos in front of Kibo volcano.
• You will then continue hiking to Karanga Camp, following a route with numerous ascents and descents. Upon reaching the camp, a warm lunch will be provided.
• It is advisable to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping in preparation for the night summit attempt.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.
Distance: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp - 11 km
Change in elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) - Barafu Camp (4,640 m)
Hiking time: 8-10 hours.

• At midnight, your guide will wake you with a warm cup of tea and biscuits to prepare for the final ascent.
• Using only the moonlight and headlamps for illumination, you will make your way up to Stella Point, reaching the crater rim in approximately 5-7 hours.
• Another 1-2 hours of hiking will bring you to Uhuru Peak, where you can witness the sunrise over the African landscape, casting a pink hue over the snowy peak and making the glaciers sparkle like diamonds.
• While the climb is technically straightforward, the high altitude presents the greatest challenge. Each pair of climbers will be accompanied by a personal guide throughout the ascent to monitor physical and mental condition.
• After taking in the incredible views and celebrating your achievement, you will begin your descent along the same route back to Barafu Camp.
• Following a 2-hour rest at Barafu Camp, you will continue descending to Millennium Camp.

Distance: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak - 15 km
Change in elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) - Uhuru Camp (5,895 m) - Millennium Camp (3,820 m)
Hiking time: 8-12 hours.

• Millennium Camp, situated in a tropical rainforest, offers relief from the high altitude when you wake up, along with the satisfaction of having reached the summit.
• After a warm breakfast, you will depart for the park's exit at Mweka Gate (1,640 m).
• Upon completing your descent, the entire group will gather to congratulate you, and you will have the opportunity to share your climbing experience in the guestbook.
• Finally, at our office, you will be presented with your memorial certificates and provided with a transfer back to the hotel.

Distance: Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate - 12 km

Change in elevation: Millennium Camp (3,820 m) to Mweka Gate (1,640 m)

Hiking time: 4-5 hours.