Embark on a 6-day adventure on the Machame Route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Experience stunning scenery and a challenging but rewarding hike with high summit success rates.
Embark on a 6-day adventure on the Machame Route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Experience stunning scenery and a challenging but rewarding hike with high summit success rates.
Moshi/Arusha to Machame hut.
Mount Kilimanjaro - Drive from your hotel to the Machame route 1800, typically known as the “Whiskey Route”. From Machame gate you begin a mild climb up through the initial natural elevation forest, carpeted with distinctive -busy lizzie- flowers, begonias and ferns. The hike goes through the enormous heather to…
Moshi/Arusha to Machame hut.
Mount Kilimanjaro - Drive from your hotel to the Machame route 1800, typically known as the “Whiskey Route”. From Machame gate you begin a mild climb up through the initial natural elevation forest, carpeted with distinctive -busy lizzie- flowers, begonias and ferns. The hike goes through the enormous heather to Machame hut 3000m that takes five to six hours.
Machame to Shira Camp:
Mount Kilimanjaro - Emerge from the large heather zone and hike through fine open field to camp by the Shira Cave at three,840m. Herds of antelope over here (& occasional lion!) and there square measure fascinating earth science options within the previous volcanic volcanic crater which might be viewed throughout a 30 minutes ex gratia enter the afternoon. we tend to camp close to Shira Hut (3840m) that has a number of the foremost gorgeous views on Kilimanjaro; about to the large volcanic cone of Kibo, the spectacular rock formations of Shira tableland, and looking out across to Mt. Meru floating on the clouds. (4-5 hours walking)
Shira to Barranco Camp:
Mount Kilimanjaro - From Shira, you climb towards the most peak Kibo. At these points western glaciers area unit clearly visible across the rugged high-altitude desert of volcanic rocks and boulders. peripheral around its base and below the imposing western Breach, descend into the protected Barranco vale for mid-way camp at three,950m. half-dozen to seven hours walking and solely 110m total ascent however having climbed abundant higher and born go into reverse for higher acclimation.
Barranco Camp to Barafu hut
Mount Kilimanjaro - Up the steep Barranco wall with some sections of terribly straightforward scrambling and sink once more to the Karanga vale wherever you’re taking an opportunity for lunch. once lunch hike on to Barafu Hut 4600m, having hiked a complete of seven to eight hours and ascended 650m. you’ve got fantastic views across to Mawenzi peak from the camp once having completed a extended day of hiking that currently needs you to adequately relax in preparation of the difficult summit hike early the subsequent morning.
Summit to Mweka Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - Up the steep Barranco wall with some sections of terribly straightforward scrambling and sink once more to the Karanga vale wherever you’re taking an opportunity for lunch. once lunch hike on to Barafu Hut 4600m, having hiked a complete of seven to eight hours and ascended 650m. you’ve got fantastic views across to Mawenzi peak from the camp once having completed a extended day of hiking that currently needs you to adequately relax in preparation of the difficult summit hike early the subsequent morning..
Mweka camp to Arusha/Moshi
Mount Kilimanjaro - From Mweka bivouac it’s a four to five hours descent through the forest to Mweka gate (depending on individual fitness) to gather certificates and meet the vehicle. come back to your edifice for the night.
- Professional mountain guides
- All Park fees, Rescue Fees
- 2 Nights’ hotel accommodations
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Arrival and Departure transfers
- Guides and park fees
- Professional mountain guides
- All Park fees, Rescue Fees
- 2 Nights’ hotel accommodations
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Arrival and Departure transfers
- Guides and park fees
- Tips
- International Flight
- Tips
- International Flight
The Machame route for ascending Kilimanjaro, often dubbed the Whiskey Route, offers an enchanting but somewhat challenging journey. Compared to the more direct routes like Umbwe or Marangu, it’s longer and generally more gentle. While it’s a more demanding trek compared to Marangu, the Machame path boasts among the highest success rates in reaching the…
The Machame route for ascending Kilimanjaro, often dubbed the Whiskey Route, offers an enchanting but somewhat challenging journey. Compared to the more direct routes like Umbwe or Marangu, it’s longer and generally more gentle. While it’s a more demanding trek compared to Marangu, the Machame path boasts among the highest success rates in reaching the summit. Its layout enables hikers to ‘climb high and sleep low,’ making it a well-liked choice for acclimatization. It typically requires 6 days to complete, but adding an extra day at either Shira or Karanga valleys is recommended for optimal acclimation. Unlike the frequently busier Marangu, Machame provides a generally quieter trek and a steady incline, that’s somewhat different from the steeper Umbwe Route. While the walk may leave you exhausted, our carefully planned itinerary ensures shorter walking distances each day for maximum acclimatization advantage.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.