Cheap Kilimanjaro climbing package – 6 days Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing

Morning:

• After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll drive to the Machame Gate (1.5-2 hours) to begin your trek.
• After completing the registration process, begin the climb through the rainforest to Machame Camp.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 11 km
Altitude Gain: 1,800 m (Machame Gate) to 3,000 m (Machame Camp)

Afternoon:

• Hike through the lush rainforest, where you’ll spot some wildlife and enjoy the vibrant plant life.
• Upon arrival at Machame Camp, set up your tents and relax.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Machame Camp

Morning:

• After breakfast, begin the hike from Machame Camp to Shira Camp.
• This section takes you from the rainforest into the moorland zone, characterized by rolling hills and wild grasses.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 5-7 km
Altitude Gain: 3,000 m (Machame Camp) to 3,850 m (Shira Camp)

Afternoon:

• Enjoy the stunning views of the Shira Plateau and the surrounding landscape.
• Set up camp at Shira Camp and enjoy the evening with panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s glaciers.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Shira Camp

Morning:

• After breakfast, hike from Shira Camp to Lava Tower, situated at 4,600 m.
• The ascent to Lava Tower is designed to help with acclimatization, as you will climb to a higher altitude before descending to Barranco Camp.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 10-12 km
Altitude Gain: 3,850 m (Shira Camp) to 4,600 m (Lava Tower)
Altitude Loss: 4,600 m (Lava Tower) to 3,950 m (Barranco Camp)

Afternoon:

• After reaching Lava Tower, descend to Barranco Camp, where you can rest and enjoy the spectacular views of the Barranco Wall.
• This day’s trek helps with acclimatization by reaching a higher altitude and then descending.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Barranco Camp

Morning:

• After breakfast, begin the hike from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp.
• The trail passes through the Karanga Valley, leading to Barafu Camp, located at an altitude of 4,600 m.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 6-8 km
Altitude Gain: 3,950 m (Barranco Camp) to 4,600 m (Barafu Camp)

Afternoon:

• Upon reaching Barafu Camp, rest and prepare for the final summit push.
• This is a critical time to conserve energy, hydrate, and enjoy a light meal.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Barafu Camp

Early Morning:

• The final ascent begins around midnight or 1:00 AM.
• The route from Barafu Camp to the summit is challenging and steep. You’ll head toward Stella Point (5,730 m) on the crater rim, then continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa.

Summit Highlights:

• Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and enjoy the breathtaking views of the glaciers, the crater, and the surrounding landscapes.
• Celebrate your accomplishment at the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Morning:

• After taking pictures and celebrating, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest and light meal.

Afternoon:

• Continue your descent to Mweka Camp (3,100 m) for the final night on the mountain.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 5-6 km to Uhuru Peak, then 12-13 km down to Mweka Camp
Altitude Loss: 4,600 m (Barafu Camp) to 3,100 m (Mweka Camp)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Mweka Camp

Morning:

• After breakfast, descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate.
• Enjoy the changing landscapes as you trek through the rainforest once again.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 10-12 km
Altitude Loss: 3,100 m (Mweka Camp) to 1,640 m (Mweka Gate)

Lunch:

• Arrive at Mweka Gate, sign out, and receive your summit certificate (for those who reach Stella Point or Uhuru Peak).
• Transfer back to Moshi for a hot shower, celebration, and relaxation after the climb.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi (Optional: Relaxation & Celebration)