6 days Kilimanjaro Machame route

Begin your adventure at Machame Gate (1,800m), where you'll complete park formalities and meet your team. Trek through dense rainforest, listening to the symphony of exotic bird calls and spotting monkeys along the way. Arrive at Machame Camp (3,010m), your first campsite, nestled beneath the canopy of trees. Dinner and overnight stay as you acclimatize to the altitude.

Depart Machame Camp and ascend through the heather moorland, gaining elevation steadily. Traverse scenic ridges and valleys, with stunning views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau. Arrive at Shira Camp (3,845m), where you'll be greeted by the expansive vistas of Kilimanjaro's volcanic terrain. Dinner and overnight stay, continuing to acclimate to the increasing altitude.

Ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m), an iconic volcanic formation that offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m), traversing the alpine desert and crossing rocky terrain. Marvel at the towering Barranco Wall, your challenge for the next day. Dinner and overnight stay at Barranco Camp, preparing for the exhilarating climb ahead.

Conquer the Barranco Wall, a thrilling scramble that rewards you with sweeping vistas of the valley below. Trek through alpine desert and rocky terrain, ascending to Karanga Camp (3,995m). Enjoy breathtaking views of the glaciers and peaks surrounding Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight stay as you prepare for the final ascent to the summit.

Ascend to Barafu Camp (4,600m), your final base camp before the summit push. Trek through the lunar landscape of the alpine desert, feeling the anticipation of the challenge ahead. Rest and refuel at Barafu Camp, mentally preparing for the exhilarating summit bid. Early dinner and rest before the midnight ascent.

Begin the summit ascent in the early hours, guided by the light of your headlamp and the stars above. Reach Stella Point (5,685m) at the crater rim, where you'll witness the spectacular sunrise over the African plains. Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, and savor the triumphant moment of reaching the summit. Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m), where you'll rest and celebrate your achievement with your fellow trekkers. Dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on your incredible journey up Kilimanjaro.