7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb – Machame Route (“Whiskey Route”)

After registration at Machame Gate, begin your trek through the lush montane rainforest. Expect a scenic hike with thick vegetation and occasional wildlife sightings.

• Distance: 11 km / 7 miles
• Time: 5–6 hours
• Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m (5,905ft to 9,843ft)
• Accommodation: Machame Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Lunch, Dinner

The trail steepens as you ascend through heather and moorland. Enjoy views of Kibo Peak and the Shira Plateau.

• Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
• Time: 4–5 hours
• Elevation: 3,000m to 3,850m (9,843ft to 12,631ft)
• Accommodation: Shira Cave Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A crucial acclimatization day. Trek to Lava Tower (4,600m), then descend to Barranco Camp.

• Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
• Time: 5–6 hours
• Elevation: 3,850m to 3,960m via 4,600m (12,631ft to 12,992ft via 15,092ft)
• Accommodation: Barranco Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a scramble up the impressive Barranco Wall, then descend into the Karanga Valley.

• Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
• Time: 4–5 hours
• Elevation: 3,960m to 4,035m (12,992ft to 13,238ft)
• Accommodation: Karanga Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike through alpine desert terrain to reach Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt.

• Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles
• Time: 3–4 hours
• Elevation: 4,035m to 4,640m (13,238ft to 15,223ft)
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your summit push at midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp.

• Distance: 18 km / 11 miles (5km up, 13km down)
• Time: 10–14 hours
• Elevation: 4,640m to 5,895m to 3,100m (15,223ft to 19,341ft to 10,170ft)
• Accommodation: Mweka Camp (Tents)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Final descent through beautiful montane forest. Receive your summit certificates at the gate.

• Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
• Time: 3–4 hours
• Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m (10,170ft to 5,380ft)
• Accommodation: None (end of trek)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour End

Price Includes

• All park fees and taxes
• Hut accommodation during the trek
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Professional guide and porters
• Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport
• Transport from Arusha to Marangu Gate and return

Price Excludes

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal items (e.g., hiking gear, sleeping bags)
• Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
• Visa fees