Machame Route – “Whiskey Route”
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights on the mountain
Route Name: Machame Route
Climb Type: Guided trekking with camping
Starting Point: Machame Gate (near Moshi, Tanzania)
🌟 Route Highlights
Most scenic and popular Kilimanjaro route
Excellent acclimatization profile with “climb high, sleep low”
Stunning views of Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall & glacier-covered summit
High success rate with 7-day option
Perfect for adventurous first-time climbers
🗓️ Itinerary
Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (1,800m)
Trek through rainforest to Machame Camp (3,000m)
Approx. 5–6 hours of hiking
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Trek through moorland and open terrain
Reach Shira Camp (3,840m) on the Shira Plateau
Approx. 4–5 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp (via Lava Tower)
Climb up to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization
Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m) for the night
Approx. 6–7 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Climb the scenic Barranco Wall, then gentle hike to Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Shorter acclimatization day
Approx. 4–5 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Trek through alpine desert to Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Early dinner and rest before summit night
Approx. 3–4 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Barafu to Uhuru Peak, then to Mweka Camp
Midnight start for summit attempt
Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) around sunrise
Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for overnight rest
Approx. 12–14 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m)
Receive summit certificates and drive back to Moshi
Approx. 3–4 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast
SAFARI BOOKING
✅ Included in This Climb
Park, camping, and rescue fees
Certified mountain guides, porters, and cook
Mountain tents, sleeping mattresses, dining tent
All meals and purified water during the climb
Pre-climb briefing & hotel accommodation before/after trek (optional)
Airport transfers (Moshi or Kilimanjaro International Airport)
Oxygen cylinder, first aid kit, and pulse oximeter
KPAP-standard porter treatment
❌ Not Included
International flights
Visa & travel insurance
Sleeping bags and gear rental (available on request)
Tips for crew (guides, porters, cook)
Personal expenses and snacks
Hotel stay before/after the climb unless part of package