7 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour

KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA MACHAME ROUTE

7 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA MACHAME ROUTE


Mar 16, 2022 - Dec 31, 2032
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 Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route and Overnights on the Machame Route will be in tents. On the 7-day Machame route, the trek from Barranco to Barafu is broken up into two days, allowing for a short day just prior to the summit attempt. This is important because summit day begins very early, around midnight, 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 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
Day 6: Barafu camp – Uhuru Peak (summit point) – Mweka camp
Day 7: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi 

What’s included

  • Guide
  • Park Fees
  • Tax
  • Gate transfer
  • Crew wages
  • Environment fees
  • Guide
  • Cook
  • Porters
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfasts
  • Lunches
  • Dinners
  • Drinking Water

What’s not included

  • Flights
  • Crew Tips
  • Visas

Available Packages

Trip Price
$3,500

Itinerary

DAY 1 Machame Camp
Machame- Machame Camp(7 Days Machame Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour)

 

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