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The Best of Machame Route in 6 Days: Your World’s Summit Guide

About this experience

Discover the ultimate journey on Kilimanjaro's Machame Route with this step-by-step guide in 6-days to conquer the world's highest summit in Africa. The best of 6 days in Machame route is a popular trekking route to the world's summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa known for its scenic beauty & relatively.

The Machame route, part of the 6 Days in Machame approaches the summit from the southwest & descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco Wall and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field, showcasing the best of the world's beauty.

The recommended best times of the year to trek Mt. Kilimanjaro in the 6-day Machame Route is during the dry seasons, from December to mid-March and from June to October. During these periods weather conditions are best with clear skies, great views, little to no rain and sunshine making it an enjoyable and safer trek.

At a glance

  • Duration: 144 hr

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The Best of Machame Route in 6
Campsite Accommodations: the accommodations you will use are Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Baranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, and Mweka Camp
Budget Service: A Group Budget Tour is a shared travel experience where travelers join others to enjoy an affordable Kilimanjaro adventure.

Duration: 6 days: This tour follows the Machame Route and offers the best Kilimanjaro climbing experience over a duration of 6 days.

Full board: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during hiking

The Machame Route: This tour follows the Machame Route and offers the best Kilimanjaro climbing experience over a duration of 6 days.
Coaster or Hiace: You will be transferred by coaster or Hiace from Moshi to Machame Gate and back after the hike.

Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro: The destination of this tour is Mount Kilimanjaro.

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour144 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 144 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Drop off at the hotel you booked in Moshi town from Mweka gate after descending down from Mountain.
  • High-quality branded group equipment (dining tent, sleeping pads, table, chairs, crockery & cutlery.
  • Briefing
  • Professional climbing crew (Guide, porters, camp masters, cooks)
  • Trekking certificate
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking
  • pick up from the hotel you booked in Moshi town to Machame Gate.
  • Vegetarian, vegan, lastose-free, gluten-free, halal and other meal plans are available

Not included

  • All fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park
  • Tips to mountain crew
  • The hotel accommodations before and after trek in town
  • Pick up and drop off at the Airport
  • Other pick-up location's shown in the package not included
  • Flight ( Domestic & International )
  • Personal Hiking Gears
  • Pickup from Arusha to Moshi (Kilimanjaro) is available at an additional cost.

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
  • Our driver will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport, waiting about 35 minutes before arrival with a printed sign showing your name. He will pick you up and transfer you to your booked hotel, homestay, or lodge. You will stay overnight and prepare for your hike the following day.
  • We will meet all travelers at Africa Natural Tours Ltd office
  • We will depart from Moshi in the morning and travel to hiking Kilimanjaro Machame Route.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • AFRICA NATURAL TOURS

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 144 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will depart from Moshi in the morning and travel to hiking Kilimanjaro Machame Route.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 9+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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