Best Machame Route Climbing

7 days—The Best 7 Days Machame Route Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking

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Experience the adventure of a lifetime with Wild Horizon Tours on the 7-day Machame Route, famously known as the "Whiskey Route," the most popular trail for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. This trek spans approximately 62 kilometers and offers a gradual ascent through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, expansive moorlands, and alpine deserts, enhancing your acclimatization and summit success rate. Our expertly crafted itinerary provides an optimal pace for climbers, ensuring a remarkable 93.1% success rate for reaching Uhuru Peak. Highlights include scaling the iconic Barranco Wall and witnessing the mountain's distinct climatic zones. With a focus on safety, our expeditions are equipped with oxygen cylinders, medical kits, and daily health checks. Our experienced guides and dedicated support staff ensure a seamless and unforgettable experience. Choose Wild Horizon Tours for breathtaking vistas, professional guidance, and the thrill of conquering Africa's highest peak.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking
Primate trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Distance : 4.8km Trekking Time : 5 - 6 hours On the first day of the itinerary, you will begin with the drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (5,381ft) which takes approximately 45 minutes. The Machame Gate is starting point of the climb which is located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. This entrance point lies high above the Machame Village in the south and it takes 5-7 hours of steep ascent from Machame Gate (5,381ft) to Machame Camp (9,301ft) with only 8-9 hours of sleep.

Machame Camp to Shira Cave Camp

Kilimanjaro

Elevation(ft) : 2,835m/9,301ft to 3,840m/12,598ft Distance : 5km Trekking Time : 4-6 hours Habitat : Moorland Zone On the second day, the trek continues from Machame camp(9,301ft) to Shira Cave Camp(12,598ft). Climbers ascend through the last section of the rainforest zone to moorland zone. This trek involve the hiking along a rocky ridge for several hours before reaching Shira Camp for overnight.

Shira Cave Camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Ascend to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp. This challenging day allows for acclimatization while enjoying views of the towering peaks. Elevation: 4,600 m (Lava Tower), 3,960 m (Barranco Camp) Distance: 10 km Estimated Time: 6-7 hours

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Climb the Barranco Wall and head to Karanga Camp. This exciting day involves a steep ascent but rewards you with incredible vistas. Elevation: 4,030 m Distance: 9 km Estimated Time: 5-6 hours

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Hike from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp. This trek prepares you for the summit, leading to the base camp at Barafu. Elevation: 4,640 m Distance: 7 km Estimated Time: 4-5 hours

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Summit Uhuru Peak, then descend to Mweka Camp. Begin your summit attempt early in the morning to reach Uhuru Peak and then descend to Mweka Camp. Elevation: 5,895 m (Uhuru Peak), 3,068 m (Mweka Camp) Distance: 24 km (round trip) Estimated Time: 12-16 hours

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

Activities: Descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. Your final day features a relaxing descent through beautiful rainforest back to Mweka Gate. Celebrate your achievement and receive your summit certificate. Elevation: 1,640 m Distance: 10 km Estimated Time: 3-4 hours

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