Machame in 6 days
Nicknamed the "Whiskey" route because the route is popularized as somewhat difficult and more expensive than Marangu route.
The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. However, due to its popularity there are increased numbers of trekkers, it loses some of its splendour. The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and 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.
- Offers excellent "walk high, sleep low" opportunities
- Traverse through 5 distinct climatic zones
- The route is physically demanding and better suited for adventurous trekkers
Machame in 6 days
Nicknamed the "Whiskey" route because the route is popularized as somewhat difficult and more expensive than Marangu route.
The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. However, due to its popularity there are increased numbers of trekkers, it loses some of its splendour. The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and 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.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Moshi. You’ll meet with your guide for a briefing about the climb and a gear check. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and prepare for the trek ahead.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Keys Hotel
Luxury: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Machame Gate (1,640m) and begin your ascent through the lush rainforest, which will take approximately 5-7 hours. You will arrive at Machame Camp, where you’ll spend your first night under the stars.
- Elevation: 1,640m to 2,850m
- Distance: 11km
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Machame Camp
Today’s hike takes you out of the rainforest and into the Moorland Zone, where the landscape opens up. You will trek for 4-6 hours, enjoying views of the Shira Plateau and Mount Meru before arriving at Shira Camp.
- Elevation: 2,850m to 3,750m
- Distance: 5km
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shira Camp
Today, you will hike to the base of the Lava Tower at 4,600m, which serves as an important point for acclimatization. After lunch at Lava Tower, descend into the Barranco Valley to reach Barranco Camp after 6-8 hours of hiking. The descent will help your body adjust to the altitude, and you’ll be rewarded with magnificent views along the way.
- Elevation: 3,750m to 4,600m to 3,950m
- Distance: 10km
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
You will start the day by climbing the Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical climb that rewards you with stunning vistas at the top. From there, continue through the Karanga Valley, with a stop at Karanga Camp before proceeding to Barafu Camp. This 8-10 hour trek takes you through alpine desert as you reach the final base camp.
- Elevation: 3,950m to 4,640m
- Distance: 13km
- Hiking Time: 8-10 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Begin your summit attempt around midnight. You will trek for 6-8 hours to Stella Point at 5,739m, and then another hour to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. After spending some time at the summit, descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest and lunch before continuing to Mweka Camp for the night.
- Elevation: 4,640m to 5,895m to 3,100m
- Distance: 16km
- Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
- Habitat: Arctic / Rainforest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
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- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
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