6 days Machame route Package | Kilimanjaro climb 2024
6 days Machame route Package | Kilimanjaro climb 2024
6 Days Starting and ending in Moshi, Tanzania
Visiting: Machame Gate - Mount Kilimanjaro, Machame Camp, Baranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak, Mweka gate
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Age range:
10-44
Special diets catered:
Jain, Vegetarians, Vegans, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
Interests:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
The 6 days Machame route is a popular trekking route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa. It is known for its scenic beauty and relatively high success rate in terms of reaching the summit. The route is named after the Machame village, located near the base of the mountain. The 6-day Machame route is a popular trekking route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. It's known for its scenic beauty, diverse landscapes, and relatively high summit success rate. The route starts at Machame Gate and traverses rainforests, alpine meadows, and rocky terrain before reaching the summit.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Machame Gate To Machame Camp
Location: Machame Gate - Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Machame camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike from Machame Gate (1,790m) to Machame Camp (3,010m), passing through lush rainforests
Day 2 : Machame Camp To Shira Camp
Location: Machame Camp
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Shira Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascend to Shira Camp (3,845m), traversing the Shira Plateau with views of Mount Meru.
Day 3 : Shira Camp To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp
Location: Baranco Camp
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Barranco Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Acclimatize at Shira Camp and hike to Lava Tower (4,600m) for panoramic views. then to Barranco camp
Day 4 : Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
Location: Barafu Camp
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Barafu Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue hiking on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue climbing up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
Day 5 : Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Camp
Location: Uhuru Peak
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Mweka Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Summit day! Hike to Barafu Camp (4,673m) and prepare for the final ascent.
Day 6 : Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate - Back To Moshi
Location: Mweka gate
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kilimanjaro Whitehouse Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
The pace quickens as you continue your triumphant way back down across alpine meadow and past Mandara Hut through the rainforest to the Gate where you board the vehicle for the journey back to Moshi/Arusha.And this marks the end of Machame 6 days route.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Accommodation
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Drinks with Meals
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Drinks with Meals
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
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Meals – Full Board
What's Not Included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Train Tickets
Mode of Transport
4x4 land cruiser
Accommodation
Camping ( Sleeping on tents) except day of arrival and last day
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the best time to visit Tanzania for safari?
From June-December
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What is the tipping policy?
10$ per day
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Are flights included in this tour?
Not Included
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Mid-range
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
No
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
5-95 years
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Nothing Change
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Not Included
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
4*4 car with open loof
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Passport,Visa and airticket
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Every client should have a valid C0vid-19 certificate to verify that someone has undergone covid test
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
WIDERANGE AFRICAN SAFARIS is a tour company located at the base of Kilimanjaro Moshi, Tanzania offering Tanzania safaris, Serengeti migration, Kilimanjaro hiking and Zanzibar tours.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Nothing Destroyed
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Tour operator
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
yes
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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