7 DAYS KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA MACHAME ROUTE WITH OVERNIGHT AT K

Machame, Tanzania

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Oct 22, 2021 - Jan 1, 2031
Group size: 1 - 25
7 DAYS KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA MACHAME ROUTE WITH OVERNIGHT AT K
Machame, Tanzania


Oct 22, 2021 - Jan 1, 2031
Group size: 1 - 25

About this trip

 

The Machame route, also known as the "Whiskey" route, is the most popular and beautiful route to the top of Mt 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, begining with a short drive from Moshi to Machame Gate.

The path leads hikers through the rain forest to Shira Plateau. Here, many of Kilimanjaro’s routes converge. The climb begins in the lush rainforest and follows a path that offers occasional views of Mt Meru, Shira Ridge as well the main summit of Mt Kilimanjaro – Kibo. Then the route turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Kosovo Camp.

On the 7-day Machame route with overnight at Kosovo camp, on day 5 the we trek from Karanga we pass Barafu camp direct Kosovo Camp for Overnight, allowing for a short day just prior to the summit attempt. Overnighting at Kosovo camp is important because we take a full night’s sleep and get up at our usual time, so climbers are sleep deprived going into the toughest day on the mountain. By having a short day beforehand, climbers can be better rested. The 7-day Machame route with overnight at Kosovo camp is highly recommended.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Day 0: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi/ Arusha
Day 1: Moshi/ Arusha – Machame gate – Machame camp
Day 2: Machame camp – Shira 2 camp
Day 3: Shira 2 camp – Lava tower – Barranco camp
Day 4: Barranco camp – Karanga
Day 5: Karanga – Barafu camp – Kosovo camp
Day 6: Kosovo camp – Uhuru Peak (summit point) – Back to Barafu to Mweka camp
Day 7: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi 

What’s included

  • Guide
  • Park Fees
  • Gate transfer
  • Environment fees
  • Cook
  • you will spleep in Tents
  • 6 Dinners
  • Drinking Water

What’s not included

  • Flights
  • Crew Tips
  • Visas

Available Packages

Trip Price
$1,700

Itinerary

DAY 1: Machame Gate
Machame Camp

 

The drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Lower down, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.

  • Distance covered: 10.6km
  • Time to be used: 6 hours
  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Machame Camp

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