Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp.
- Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- All park, camping, and rescue fees included
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Comfortable double layered sleeping mats
- Oxygen cylinder and camping facilities provided
- Filtered water provided throughout the trek
- Portable toilets tent for convenience
- All meals included: lunch, dinner, and breakfast
- Accommodations before and after the trek
- Experienced mountain guides, cook, and porters
- Ground transportation during the trek
- Tips, Personal Gears and Airfare
- Cost of Visas Expenses belong to person nature e.g.
Also referred to as the “Whiskey” route, the Machame route is the most favored route on Kilimanjaro due to its stunning landscapes. Despite its beauty, the trail is known for being difficult and steep, making it more fitting for the adventurous individuals or those with past experience in high altitude hiking or backpacking due to its compact schedule.
Starting from the south, the route initiates with a brief drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate. Hikers then move through the rainforest arriving at the Shira Plateau, where most of the routes on Kilimanjaro intersect. The route then heads east towards Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on the Southern Circuit path before reaching Barafu for the summit. The descent is made through the Mweka route. Machame is offered as a seven-day group hike or a condensed six-day private climb. The shorter version merges the fourth and fifth days, taking climbers from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp, skipping an overnight stay at Karanga.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
