Days Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
6 days—Via The Machame Route
$2300-2500 USD
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Safari summary
The Machame route, also known as the Whisky Route is one of the most scenic and recommended routes on Kilimanjaro. This popular route with paths through magnificent forests to gain a ridge leading through the moorland zones to the Shira Plateau. It then traverses beneath the glaciated precipices of the Southern Ice fields to join the Barafu Route to the summit. Because it can be done over longer periods and the incline is more manageable it has a much higher success rate of summit.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | None | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- All drinks
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Machame Gate - Machame Camp
Kilimanjaro
Departing from Moshi a 45-minute drive will take you through the Village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. and the crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.
Machame Camp
Machame Camp - Shira Camp
Kilimanjaro
After a good nights sleep and a hearty breakfast, we emerge from the rain fAfter a good night's sleep and a hearty breakfast, we emerge from the rainforest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep, rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. Temperatures begin to drop.
Shira Camp
Shira Camp - Lava Tower - Barraco
Kilimanjaro
Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is significant for acclimatization. From Shira Plateau we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the Kibo peak before continuing, South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower, we come to a second junction leading to the Arrow Glacier. We then continue to descend to overnight at Barranco Camp.
Barraco Camp
Barraco - Karanga Camp -Barafu Camp
Kilimanjaro
After breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up to the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects, with the Mweka Trail. This is one of the most impressive days to see the power, agility, and strength of your crew zip over this wall with what appears such ease. We continue up toward Barafu Camp, which offers a variety of breathtaking views of the summit from many different angles. An early dinner and rest as we prepare for summit night.
Barafu Camp.
Barafu Camp - Summit - Mweka Camp
Excitement is building as morning comes with an early start between midnight and 2 a.m. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We continue to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers trying to stay warm and focused on the amazing sense of accomplishment ahead. With a switchback motion in a northwesterly direction ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. You will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise.
Mweka Camp
Mweka Cam- Mweka gate
After breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of appreciation and team bonding with your crew, it’s time to say goodbye. We continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. As the weather is drastically warmer, the terrain is wet, muddy and steep and we highly recommend Gaiters and trekking poles. From the gate, a vehicle will meet you at Mweka Village to drive you back to your hotel
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