Seven days Machame route
7 days—The 7-day Machame route, often referred to as the "Whiskey Route," is one of the most popular and scenic paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
$1700-2300 USD
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Safari summary
The 7-day Machame route, often referred to as the "Whiskey Route," is one of the most popular and scenic paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Its gradual ascent profile, diverse landscapes, and longer acclimatization period make it an excellent choice for trekkers seeking a balance between challenge and success. Is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro. Machame’s draw is in its scenic beauty. However, the trail is considered difficult, steep, and challenging, particularly due to its shorter itinerary. Therefore, this route is better suited for more adventurous folks or those with some high altitude, hiking, or backpacking experience.The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the south; this route starts with a short drive from Moshi to Machame Gate. The path leads hikers through the rain forest to the Shira Plateau. Here, many of Kilimanjaro’s routes converge. Then the route turns east and traverses’ underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Machame gate to machame camp
The climb starts from Machame Gate (1830 m), and we walk through the lush lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Slowly gaining altitude while enjoying the diverse flora and fauna of the rain forest, you will arrive at the first Machame Camp, situated at 3000m above sea level. If it is a clear day, we may get our first closer look at the glaciated dome of Kibo if the evening clouds permit.
Machame camp
Machame Hut to Shira Camp
A shorter day climbing up a steep ridge to reach a small semicircular cliff known as Picnic site, and continue up a gentler ascent through the lower alpine moorland, which is known for beautiful wild alpine flowers. The most spectacular views of Kibo peak can be seen from Shira Camp.
Shira camp
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
We walk on a gentle ascent and panoramic views. We traverse the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach and after hot lunch the bottom of the Lava Tower (4,600 m.) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley (3,950 m.).
Barranco camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga ca
A steep climb up the eastern wall leads us just below the Heim Glacier, where we may have some spectacular views of Kilimanjaro. We then take a steep exit up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo; the trail continues down into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley, and finally we have a steep climb up to Karanga Camp.
Karanga camp
Karanga Camp Barafu Camp
A steep climb out of Karanga and an easy path on compacted scree with wide views through this empty and dry landscape up to Barafu Camp The two peaks, Kibo and Mawenzi, can be seen from Barafu Camp. After a hot lunch at the camp, the remainder of the day is spent resting as we prepare for the final ascent before an early night summit walk.
Barafu camp
Barafu to Uhuru to mweka camp
We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree that has some well-graded zig-zags, and a slow but steady pace will take us to the rim of the main crater, Stella Point, at 5,735 meters.We will rest there for a few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment, we descend to Barafu, which is amazingly fast, and we stop at Barafu Camp for some refreshment. We continue to descend to reach Mweka Camp.
Mweka camp
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
A gentle walk takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. After lunch, we drive back to Moshi and your hotel.
Moshi hotel
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