Kilimanjaro - Machame Route Tour by Tanzania Joy Tours And Safaris Ltd | Bookmundi

7 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

English, TanzanianGuide language

5895mHighest point reached

Starts

Moshi, Tanzania

Ends

Moshi, Tanzania

Highlights

Referred to as the "Whiskey route", it is better suited for the more adventurous hiker

Ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on African continent

Kilimanjaro - Machame Route

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Itinerary

Challenge yourself on Africa’s highest peak with the Kilimanjaro - Machame Route, also known as the "Whiskey Route." This popular ascent is renowned for its varied, breathtaking scenery and steeper trails, making it a favorite among adventurous trekkers with some hiking experience.

Starting from Moshi, your journey includes a detailed trek briefing and equipment check before you set off into Kilimanjaro’s diverse landscapes. The Machame Route approaches from the southwest, crossing the Shira Plateau and offering an exhilarating scramble up the Lava Tower and a memorable climb up the Barranco Wall. Descending via the Mweka Route, trekkers are rewarded with ever-changing vistas and the thrill of traversing Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field.

Nights are spent in supplied tents at designated camps, with meals prepared by expert staff. One of the route’s key advantages is its strategic "climb high, sleep low" approach, which aids acclimatization and increases summit success rates. For those seeking an alternative challenge, the Western Breach provides an even more demanding path to the top. The Machame Route’s unique selling point is its combination of scenic beauty and acclimatization-friendly itinerary, making it one of the most successful and visually rewarding routes to the summit.

day 1 - Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate,

Your 7 days Machame route climbing start for driving you from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate it takes about 45 minutes. After paper work the journey start passing through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.

We depart the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations 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.

• Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft

• Distance: 11km/7mi

• Climbing Time: 5-6 hours

• Habitat: Montane Forest

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 2 - Climb Machame Camp to Shira Camp

After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.

• Elevation: 3050m/9950ft to 3850m/12,600ft

• Distance: 5km/3mi

• Walking Time: 4-5 hours

• Habitat: Moorland

Duration:4-5 hours hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Climb Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

• Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft

• Distance: 10km/6mi

• Walking Time: 5-6 hours

• Habitat: Semi-desert

Duration:5-6 hours hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Climb Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.

• Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft

• Distance: 5km/3mi

• Climbing Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Duration:3-4 hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Climb Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which OFFERS views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.

• Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft

• Distance: 4km/2mi

• Climbing Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Duration:3-4 hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 6 - Climb Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be REWARDED with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.

From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!

From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.

• Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft

• Down to 3090m/10,150ft

• Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down

• Climbing Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down

• Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit

Duration:13 hours

Accommodation: Camping

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Climb Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and then drive to Moshi

After breakfast we continue descending down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

Vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your HOTEL IN Moshi (about 30 minutes). End of your 7 day Machame route climbing

• Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft

• Distance: 10km/6mi

• Climbing Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Forest

Duration:3-4 hours

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner