Price
$2150.00
Overview
Challenge yourself on the iconic Machame Route, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and successful trails to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. Known as the "Whiskey Route" for its adventurous spirit, this 8-day climb allows optimal acclimatization and greater success rates. Trek through five unique climatic zones, from rainforest to arctic summit, and stand atop Uhuru Peak—the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters.
Included/Excluded
- All park entry fees and rescue fees
- All meals and filtered water on the mountain
- Professional certified mountain guides and porters
- Camping equipment (tents, mats, mess tents)
- Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro gates
- Hotel accommodation in Moshi (2 nights)
- Pulse oximeter & daily health checks
- International flights
- Personal hiking gear (available for rent)
- Travel insurance
- Alcohol and soft drinks
- Tips for guides, porters, and cook
- Additional hotel nights before/after trek
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your guides for a trek briefing and gear check. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate (1,800m) and begin your trek through lush montane forest to Machame Camp (3,000m). Hike: ~6–7 hours.
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Continue hiking up a ridge through moorland to Shira Camp (3,840m) with views of Kibo and Mount Meru. Hike: ~5–6 hours.
Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Ascend to the Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m) below the dramatic Barranco Wall. Hike: ~6–8 hours..
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Climb the Barranco Wall, then trek across valleys and ridges to Karanga Camp (4,035m). Hike: ~4–5 hours.
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Head to Barafu Camp (4,640m), your base for the final summit push. Rest early and prepare for a midnight climb. Hike: ~4 hours.
Day 7: Summit Uhuru Peak & Descend to Mweka Camp
At midnight, start your climb to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa! Celebrate at the summit and descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m). Hike: ~12–15 hours.
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Transfer to Moshi
After breakfast, descend to Mweka Gate (1,640m) and receive your summit certificates. Return to Moshi for rest or transfer to the airport. Hike: ~3–4 hours.
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