6 Days Machame Group Joining Trek – Scenic Kilimanjaro Camping Climbing 2026,2027

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

After breakfast and briefing in Moshi, drive to Machame Gate for registration before starting your climb.

The trek begins through dense rainforest filled with giant trees, monkeys, and tropical birds.

Trekking Details:

• Route: Machame Route
• Starting Point: Machame Gate
• Destination: Machame Camp
• Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m
• Hiking Time: 5–7 Hours

Dinner and overnight at Machame Camp (Camping).

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Continue trekking through moorland terrain with expanding views of Kilimanjaro peaks.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Shira Camp
• Elevation: 3,000m to 3,840m
• Hiking Time: 4–6 Hours

Dinner and overnight at Shira Camp (Camping).

Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

This is an important acclimatization day where you climb high and sleep low for better adaptation.

You will pass through Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.

Trekking Details:

• Highest Point: Lava Tower (4,630m)
• Destination: Barranco Camp
• Elevation: 3,840m to 3,950m
• Hiking Time: 6–8 Hours

Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp (Camping).

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Start the day with the famous Barranco Wall climb, then continue across valleys and ridges toward Karanga Camp.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Karanga Camp
• Elevation: 3,950m to 4,035m
• Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours

Dinner and overnight at Karanga Camp (Camping).

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Continue trekking through alpine desert terrain toward Barafu Camp, the final base camp before summit night.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Barafu Camp
• Elevation: 4,035m to 4,640m
• Hiking Time: 3–5 Hours

Early dinner and rest before midnight summit attempt.

Day 6: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak – Descend to Mweka Gate

Begin the summit push shortly after midnight toward Stella Point and Uhuru Peak.

Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, and enjoy sunrise above the clouds.

Trekking Details:

• Summit: Uhuru Peak
• Elevation: 5,895m
• Ending Point: Mweka Gate
• Hiking Time: 10–15 Hours

Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi for rest.

What is Included

• Professional mountain guides
• Porters and cook services
• Machame Route park fees
• Camping equipment (tents, sleeping arrangements)
• Rescue fees and government taxes
• Meals during the trek
• Group joining climb arrangement
• Transfer to and from the gate
• Drinking water during the trek

What is Not Included

• International flights
• Tanzania visa
• Travel insurance
• Personal trekking gear
• Tips for guides and porters
• Hotel accommodation before or after trek

Why Choose 6 Days Machame Group Joining Trek

This trek is perfect for climbers who want a scenic, adventurous Kilimanjaro experience with camping, strong acclimatization, and a higher chance of reaching the summit while keeping costs affordable through group joining.