✓ All park and camping fees
✓ Professional English-speaking mountain guides and porters
✓ All meals on the mountain (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
✓ Tents, sleeping mats, and dining equipment
✓ Airport transfers to/from Mos
Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame Route (7 Days)
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Tour Overview
Why Choose This Tour?
Known as the “Whiskey Route,” the Machame Route is one of the most popular and scenic trails to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. It’s perfect for adventurous trekkers looking for a well-paced climb that balances challenge, beauty, and a strong chance of success.
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Scenic Trail: Traverse through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
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High Summit Success Rate: Excellent acclimatization profile with “climb high, sleep low” approach.
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Adventure-Packed Experience: A thrilling route offering both physical challenge and natural beauty.
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Experienced Mountain Crew: Professional guides, cooks, and porters ensure safety and comfort throughout.
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Panoramic Views: Capture stunning vistas of Mount Meru, Shira Plateau, and the Kibo Summit.
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Memorable Summit Ascent: Stand atop Uhuru Peak — Africa’s highest point at 5,895 meters!
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Machame Gate – Machame Camp
Drive to Machame Gate (1,800m) for registration. Begin your trek through the lush rainforest, where you might spot monkeys and exotic birds. Arrive at Machame Camp (3,000m) for dinner and overnight.
Meals: L, D | Overnight: Machame Camp
Day 2
Machame Camp – Shira Camp
Leave the forest behind and ascend into the moorland zone. Enjoy sweeping views of Shira Plateau and Mount Meru in the distance. Overnight at Shira Camp (3,840m).
Meals: B, L, D | Overnight: Shira Camp
Day 3
Shira Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Climb up to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m). The day follows the “climb high, sleep low” strategy for better adjustment.
Meals: B, L, D | Overnight: Barranco Camp
Day 4
Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
A key acclimatization day: ascend to Lava Tower (4,600m) before descending to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy prepares your body for the summit.
• Trekking time: 6–8 hours
• DistanTackle the Barranco Wall, a thrilling but non-technical climb offering some of the most beautiful views on the mountain. Continue to Karanga Camp (3,995m).
Meals: B, L, D | Overnight: Karanga Campce: 11 km
Overnight: Barranco Camp
Day 5
Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
A short but steep hike to Barafu Camp (4,673m), your base for the summit attempt. Rest early and prepare for a midnight start.
Meals: B, L, D | Overnight: Barafu Camp
Day 6
Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Begin the summit push around midnight. Ascend through the dark to Stella Point (5,739m), then continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Celebrate your incredible achievement before descending to Mweka Camp (3,100m).
Meals: B, L, D | Overnight: Mweka Camp
Day 7
Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m). Receive your summit certificates and transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest.
Meals: B, L
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