Adventure

MOUNT KILIMANJARO CLIMB, MACHAME ROUTE (7 DAYS)

Known as the Whiskey Route, a scenic and more challenging path favoured for its views and higher summit success rate.

From $1,850 7 days Challenging

Overview

Machame is the most popular way up Kilimanjaro for good reason. It climbs high and sleeps low, crosses several distinct climate zones, and rewards the extra effort with the best scenery on the mountain.

Itinerary & highlights

  1. Day 1

    Machame Gate to Machame Camp

    Transfer from Moshi, register at the gate and climb through dense rainforest to Machame Camp at 3,000m.

  2. Day 2

    Machame to Shira Camp

    Steep climb out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau at 3,840m, with first clear views of Kibo.

  3. Day 3

    Shira to Lava Tower to Barranco

    Climb to Lava Tower at 4,600m for acclimatisation, then descend to Barranco Camp at 3,960m.

  4. Day 4

    Barranco to Karanga Camp

    Scramble up the Barranco Wall and traverse valleys to Karanga Camp at 4,035m. Short day, good rest.

  5. Day 5

    Karanga to Barafu Camp

    Cross alpine desert to Barafu Camp at 4,640m. Early dinner and sleep before the summit attempt.

  6. Day 6

    Summit day and down to Mweka

    Midnight start for Stella Point and Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then a long descent to Mweka Camp at 3,100m.

  7. Day 7

    Mweka to the gate

    Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, collect your certificate and transfer back to Moshi.

Trip highlights

  • The Barranco Wall scramble, the most photographed section of the mountain
  • Climb high, sleep low acclimatisation profile
  • Five climate zones from rainforest to arctic summit
  • Full service camping with dining and toilet tents

Good to know

  • Climber essentials: every climber gets an oxygen tank on the mountain, oxygen saturation checks with a guide carried oximeter, a private chemical toilet, and boiled and purified drinking water. Please bring your own water bottle and purification tablets.
  • Optional gear rental is available: sleeping bag, trekking poles, warm jacket, rain gear, thermal wear, headlamp and hiking boots. Contact us for the full rental list and prices.

Add-ons available

Optional extras you can add to this trip. Prices are per person.

  • Walking Safari, Arusha National Park

    Two hours on foot with an armed ranger, tracking wildlife at ground level.

    From $55

  • Horseback Riding at Kili Golf Kaskaz

    Two hours in the saddle on the plains below Kilimanjaro and Meru.

    From $150

Gallery

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