Mweka Route  
This is the most direct, shortest but steepest route to the summit. The walking is quite strenuous and the altitude gain is very rapid. The climb usually takes a minimum of 4 days.  This route takes you via the Rebmann and Ratzel Glaciers to Stella Point and then the Uhuru Peak. The accomodation is in huts and tents.

A typical itinerary using the MACHAME / MWEKA route:
Day 1: Arusha - Machame Gate. Trek to Machame hut (3100m). (approx 5-7 hours)
Day 2: Shira Hut (3840m). (approx 5-7 hours)
Day 3: Barranco Hut (3950m). (approx 5-7 hours)
Day 4: Barafu Hut (4600m)*. (approx 8-9 hours)
Day 5: To Summit and down to Mweka Hut (3100m). (approx 8+5 hours)
Day 6: To Mweka Gate and transfer to Arusha. (approx 3-4 hours)

Accommodation: HUTS/TENTS

* An extra day at Karanga Valley for acclimatisation is recommended
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