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Package Overview

(8 Days Total: Arrival + 6 Days Trekking + Departure)
Start Point: Machame Gate (1,800m)
End Point: Mweka Gate (1,640m)
Route Type: Camping route, scenic & popular
Difficulty: Challenging
Best Time to Climb: June鈥揙ctober & January鈥揗arch

The Machame Route, also known as the 鈥淲hiskey Route鈥�, is one of Kilimanjaro鈥檚 most scenic and popular trekking paths. It offers diverse landscapes, from lush rainforest and moorland to alpine desert and glacial summit. Though steeper and more demanding than the Marangu Route, it offers excellent acclimatization opportunities with its 鈥渃limb high, sleep low鈥� profile. This 6-day itinerary is ideal for adventurous hikers ready for a rewarding challenge.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Arusha or Moshi

  Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Pre-climb briefing, gear check, and overnight stay.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : Machame Gate (1,800m) 鈥� Machame Camp (3,000m)

  Hiking Time: 5鈥�7 hours
  
  Distance: 11 km
  
  Zone: Rainforest
  After registration at Machame Gate, hike through the dense rainforest to Machame Camp. Spot monkeys and exotic birds along the way.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 3 : Machame Camp 鈥� Shira Camp (3,840m)

  Hiking Time: 4鈥�6 hours
  
  Distance: 5 km
  
  Zone: Moorland
  Climb a steep ridge to the Shira Plateau, where the rainforest transitions into moorland. Camp at Shira Cave with stunning views of Kibo Peak.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 4 : Shira Camp 鈥� Lava Tower (4,630m) 鈥� Barranco Camp (3,976m)

  Hiking Time: 6鈥�8 hours
  
  Distance: 10 km
  
  Zone: Alpine Desert
  Climb high to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp. This "climb high, sleep low" day helps your body adjust to altitude.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 5 : Barranco Camp 鈥� Barafu Camp (4,673m)

  Hiking Time: 7鈥�9 hours
  
  Distance: 9 km
  
  Zone: Alpine Desert
  Conquer the impressive Barranco Wall, cross multiple ridges and valleys, and arrive at Barafu Camp鈥攜our base for summit night. Rest early.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 6 : Barafu Camp 鈥� Uhuru Peak (5,895m) 鈥� Mweka Camp (3,100m)

  Hiking Time: 12鈥�15 hours
  
  Distance: ~15 km
  Begin the summit push at midnight, reaching Stella Point and then Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa! After celebrating, descend to Mweka Camp for your final night.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 7 : Mweka Camp 鈥� Mweka Gate 鈥� Return to Hotel

  Hiking Time: 3鈥�4 hours
  
  Distance: 10 km
  
  Zone: Rainforest
  Complete the descent through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificate. Return to hotel for hot shower and celebration.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 8 : Departure

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your international flight. Congratulations on your achievement!

  • Themes Hiking

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro/Arusha)
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Arusha or Moshi (pre/post trek)
• Kilimanjaro National Park fees & camping fees
• Certified professional guides, porters, and cook
• All meals during trek (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Camping equipment (tents, dining tent, tables, chairs)
• Drinking water, tea/coffee, and daily hot meals
• Emergency oxygen, first aid kit, and mountain rescue fees
• Summit certificate

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzania visa ($50)
• Tips for crew (recommended $250鈥�$350 per hiker)
• Personal hiking gear (available for rent)
• Travel insurance (mandatory)
• Alcohol, snacks, and personal expenses
• Additional excursions or hotel nights

Price & Rates

Package Start From

• Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Ward Rau - postal code- 25103, Moshi, Tanzania - 25120
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