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6 DAYS TREKKING MACHAME TOURE

The Machame Route is a popular and scenic option for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It typically takes 6 to 7 days to complete, allowing for proper acclimatization. The route is moderately challenging, with steep sections and rocky terrain. It offers diverse landscapes, including rainforests, moorlands, and alpine desert. You'll camp along the way, staying in tents at designated campsites. Highlights of the Machame Route include the Barranco Wall, Karanga Valley, and reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak. The route has a higher success rate due to its longer duration and gradual ascent. While it can attract a fair number of trekkers, it's not as crowded as some other routes. Trekking with a reputable guide or tour operator is essential for a safe and enjoyable experience.

6 Days Trekking Lemosho Route

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (4-6 hours)
Begin the trek through the rainforest to Machame Camp, located at 9,900 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level.

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (5-7 hours)
Hike through the heather and moorland zones, and ascend to Shira Plateau at 12,500 feet (3,800 meters).

Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (7 hours)
Hike to the Lava Tower at 15,190 feet (4,630 meters), then descend to Barranco Camp at 12,950 feet (3,950 meters).

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4-5 hours)
Cross the Barranco Wall, hike through the alpine desert, and arrive at Karanga Camp at 13,100 feet (3,995 meters).

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (3-4 hours)
Ascend to Barafu Camp at 15,330 feet (4,670 meters), and rest in preparation for the summit attempt.

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (12-16 hours)
Begin the summit attempt at midnight, hike to the summit of Uhuru Peak (19,341 feet/5,895 meters), then descend to Mweka Camp at 10,000 feet (3,048 meters).

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