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Mount Kilimanjaro on Machame Route (slower pace)
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The 7-day Machame route offers one extra day for acclimatization, meaning a better chance of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. If you’ve dreamed of an African adventure, then the 7-day guided hike up the Machame route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro should be on your list.

The Machame route, otherwise known as the "Whiskey" route, is one of the more popular routes to summit Kilimanjaro. This guided trek to the top of Kilimanjaro is famous for its beautiful and magnificent scenery. Despite being more strenuous compared to the Marangu route, the Machame route has one of the highest success rates for summiting.

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Mount Kilimanjaro on Machame Route (slower pace)

Summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, using the 7-day Machame Route.
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9 days from $2,250USD
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Duration
9 days
Season
Feb, Jun, Aug-Oct, Dec
Activity
Trekking
Type
Guided, Private
Accommodation
Mixed
Difficulty
Very Hard (5/5)
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Panoramic views from Mount Kilimanjaro on Machame Route (slow)
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The 7-day Machame route offers one extra day for acclimatization, meaning a better chance of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. If you’ve dreamed of an African adventure, then the 7-day guided hike up the Machame route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro should be on your list.

The Machame route, otherwise known as the "Whiskey" route, is one of the more popular routes to summit Kilimanjaro. This guided trek to the top of Kilimanjaro is famous for its beautiful and magnificent scenery. Despite being more strenuous compared to the Marangu route, the Machame route has one of the highest success rates for summiting.

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Trip highlights

Summit Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoy an epic view.

Hike through natural wonders on the Machame Route.

Explore diverse ecosystems, from savannah to rainforest.

Enjoy the pleasant town of Moshi and explore the local culture.

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Day 1
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Arrive in Tanzania
Your guided Kilimanjaro trek starts today! Get picked up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport and return to Moshi town, where you will check-in to your hotel. You will also meet your guide today and be briefed on the Machame route, meet other guests and check your gear to make sure you are ready. Anything that you might be missing, can be rented here on this day.
Distance None
Overnight Location Panama Garden Resort
Included Meals No Meals Included
Day 2
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Transfer to Machame Gate (1,790m) and trek to Machame Camp (3,010m)
Start your trek up Kilimanjaro with a 1-hour transfer to the Machame Gate. Here you will complete park formalities and also meet the team of porters that will help to carry everything throughout this guided trek. The first part of this Kilimanjaro trek will take you through an amazing, dense rainforest. Due to the humidity, this trail sometimes gets a bit overgrown in some parts and is often muddy and wet.
Distance 10.8km, 1,250m, 6 hours
Overnight Location Machame Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3
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Machame Camp (3,010m) to Shira Camp (3,845m)
The route up Kilimanjaro continues up through forest until you reach the Shira Plateau, which has very nice views of Kilimanjaro. Looking back you will be able to see the amazing Mount Meru, climbing in the distance high above the town of Arusha.
Distance 5.4 km, 850m, 5 hours
Overnight Location Shira Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Shira Camp (3,845m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)
The Machame route continues today, starting off on high moorland. The route climbs and traverses the southwest side of Mount Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the famous Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach before you will finally arrive at the Barranco Camp. You will reach a high point of 4,600m on today’s trek, so you will be feeling the altitude. By sleeping at Barranco Camp you are following the rule of “trek high, sleep low”, which will help your body to get used to the altitude.
Distance 10.8km, 720m, 8 hours
Overnight Location Barranco Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Barranco Camp (3,960m) to Karanga Camp (3,963m)
Start today’s walk by descending into a huge ravine, known as the Great Barranco. Whatever goes down must come up, and you will exit the steep Great Barranco Wall, which divides you from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. This part of the Machame route involves some tiring, but not overly technical terrain. You will hike under the Kersten and Heim glaciers and head towards the Karanga Valley. The Karanga Valley is the last stop for fresh water on Machame Route before the summit. For those feeling strong there will be a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4,200m before descending back to the camp for the night.
Distance 5.5km, 350m, 5 hours
Overnight Location Karanga Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Karanga Camp (3,963m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)
After a good nights rest and a big breakfast, today you will set off to walk to Barafu camp, which is at 4,640m. You will cross barren scree slopes, and though the days route is short, there is a big gain of over 600m in elevation. At this altitude ascending is very tough, and you’ll find the route challenging. You’ll arrive in camp early, and enjoy a rest and a lot of eating, as tomorrow the main ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro begins.
Distance 3km, 625m, 3 hours
Overnight Location Barafu Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) & down to Millennium Camp (3,790m)
Today is the main event, a tremendously difficult day that should see you summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. You will start trekking at around midnight and will head steeply up towards the summit glaciers. Expect to climb for 4-5 hours, and gain height quickly. The goal is to arrive at the crater rim at Stella Point (5,739 m) with the first rays of sunlight. The views from within the crater are spectacular. It will take one more hour to reach the summit of Kilimanjaro - Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Return from the summit of Kilimanjaro back past Stella Point all the way to Barafu Camp for a well-earned. Later in the day continue down to Millennium Camp.
Distance 13.4km, 1,250m Up, 2,000m down , 12-15 hours
Overnight Location Millennium Camp
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8
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Millennium Camp (3,790m) to Mweka Gate (1,630m)
This is the last trekking day on this guided tour to the summit of Kilimanjaro. Today is a gentle day compared to yesterday, as your walk down through a rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you exit the park. Meet the vehicles and return to the hotel in Moshi, where you will enjoy a shower and probably a cold beer or two, before a big celebration.
Distance 12.1km, 2,100m down, 6 hours
Overnight Location Panama Garden Resort
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9
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Departure
Today it’s all up to you and what time your flight leaves. If you have time, you can explore the town of Moshi and find some souvenirs to commemorate your summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Consider sparing an hour of your time to help our environmental conservation efforts by planting a tree in the Kilimanjaro region.
Distance None
Overnight Location None, departure day
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This hiking tour in Tanzania is run as a private tour for your group only and the price depends on the number of travellers in your group.

The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room:

  • Guided Groups of 2-4: $2,375USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 5+: $2,250USD per person

Please note that the pricing might change depending on the size of your group.

What’s included

Meals

8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 8 nights along the tour are included.

Transportation during the Tour

2-way shared airport transfers between Moshi and Kilimanjaro International Airport are included.

Also Included

  • 2-way shared airport transfers to Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
  • Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
  • 18% VAT on tour fees & services
  • Accommodation in tents on the Machame Route
  • Pre & Post Trek accommodation in Moshi on Bed & Breakfast Basis
  • Transportation to & from the mountain gate
  • Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
  • Gear, such as double layered sleeping mats, basic sleeping bag and 3-season mountain tents
  • Katadyn filtered water throughout the trek
  • Tree donation in support of our environmental conservation projects
  • Supplemental Oxygen and pulse Oximeter

Not included

  • Tips – see FAQ for guidelines per group.
  • Air Travel to Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Any meals or drinks not specified in the itinerary
  • Laundry Services & Items of personal nature.

Optional Tours

  • Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent
  • Transfer: Moshi to Arusha
  • Transfer: Moshi to Nairobi)
  • Materuni + Coffee Tour Day trip
  • Rundugai Hot water springs Day Trip
  • Cycling day trip
  • Cultural Day Trip
  • 2-Day Safari – This safari is suitable for trekkers after Kilimanjaro, and the price includes meals, transport, park fees and accommodation. National Parks that are visited are Tarangire National Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Upgrade to a warmer sleeping bag
  • Extra porter

Accommodation for Mount Kilimanjaro on Machame Route (slower pace)

This accommodations on this trekking tour of Mount Kilimanjaro on the Machame route are in tents while on Mount Kilimanjaro and in a private room in a lodge while in Moshi. In some cases, accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room as a solo travelers. In some cases, there may be other solo travelers, and we can match you with participants of the same sex.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is this tour?

We rate this tour as a 5 / 5 due to the elevation and very long summit day.

Do I need a Visa?

Check with your local country about visa requirements for travel to Tanzania. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included?

8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Travel Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.

How do I get to the start of this tour?

Make your own way to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania. The nearest town is Moshi.

Are the tours in English?

Yes, your tour leader is English speaking (and a heck of a lot of fun!)

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in Moshi Town, and a transfer back to Kilimanjaro International Airport is included.

Can I rent gear?

Sleeping gear and tents are provided. If you require other gear you can arrange it from the tour provider in advance.

How does the mountain crew communicate if a person gets sick?

Your guide has radio communication via ICOM radios. If anything goes wrong on the mountain then help can be notified. Also, if you need to make any changes to your itinerary while on the mountain you can notify the head office via radio and they will make the necessary changes. The cell reception on the mountain has also improved so in some places cell phones will work.

When is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?

The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the dry season. This is from June to early November and from December to end of March.

Do I need vaccines?

You should check with a doctor at a licenced Travel clinic or talk to your family doctor.

How much should I tip?

Tips are optional, though the tips are a substantial portion of your crew members income. The total amount varies based on the number of crew members on your trip and your level of satisfaction with their service. Your group should plan on tipping in cash and the amounts should range between $80-$100 for the guide, $60-$80 for the Cook, $50-$70 for Assistant Guide and $30-$40 for porters. It is recommended to tip each crew member separately to ensure full transparency.

When is the best time to travel to Tanzania for this tour?

This trek is typically run from June to October and December to March, however, it can be run April, May, and November.

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