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6N 7D Mount Kilimanjaro - Machame Route Tour

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Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days

Destination Covered : Kilimanjaro

Tour Activities : Trekking

Tour Themes : Adventure Tours, Wildlife

USD 1885

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Kilimanjaro Tour Overview

The Machame Route, known as the "Whiskey Route", is one of the most scenic and popular ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. It typically takes 6 to 7 days, with the 7-day option offering better acclimatization and a higher success rate of 85–90%. The route covers about 62 km, starting in lush rainforest and passing through moorland, alpine desert, and glacier zones before reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Unlike Marangu, climbers camp in tents, and the trail is more challenging but rewarding. Machame ascends on one path and descends via the Mweka Route, offering diverse scenery throughout. It's best climbed during the dry seasons from January to March and July to September.

Kilimanjaro Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Moshi to Machame Gate then trek to Machame Camp

On Day 1 we pick you up from your hotel and prepare you for your climb. Travelling along the Arusha Road and turning up the Machame Road offers you some spectacular views of the mountain (when he has his hat off); distance from Moshi, 32 km. Upon entrance into Kilimanjaro National Park at Machame gate (park fees already included) you begin trek along a tropical rainforest to Machame Camp, where tents and a warm meal will be waiting for you; distance: 12 km/7 miles; length of time: 5-7 hours.
You may encounter local wildlife, including monkeys and exotic birds. You will be starting your ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro, climbing gradually along a well-trod path. The walk will cover 12km or 7 miles and take between 5 and 7 hours. Depending on the time of year, it may also be wet if you are in an extended rainy season.
Final elevation: 3100m/9,350 ft
Terrain: forest trail
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 2

Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Shira Camp 2 sits on the Eastern edge of the Shira Plateau. It is the first camp at which altitude sickness might start to be felt. Everyone reacts differently to altitude sickness and no reaction is predictable. However, this route offers a remedy through acclimatization as you will see by day 4. It also provides stunning views across the Kilimanjaro valley below; distance: 5 km/3 miles, length of time: 5-6 hours. Walking through scrubland you cross the Shira Plateau and pass by the mountain cactus growing at this height.
Final elevation: 3,847m/12620ft
Terrain: Alpine
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 3

Shira 2 Camp to the Lava Tower then to Barranco Camp

The Lava Tower, a large rock formation created when Kilimanjaro was still an active volcano, rises high above the plateau. Kili hasn't erupted for 150,000 years and is now dormant. The climate and terrain is high alpine. Your walking now will be slower. Above 4200m your body is not getting as much oxygen as it needs. The descent to Barranco Camp from the Lava Tower allows you to acclimatize before your ascent to Karanga Camp. Rule of thumb: climb high, sleep low! Total distance 11km (6mi.) and taking about 6-7 hours the walk is through some of Kilimanjaro's most spectacular arctic landscapes.
Distance Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower: 7 km/4 miles
Length of Time: 5 hours
Final elevation: 4630m/15,190 ft
Terrain: Alpine/Arctic
Distance Lava Tower to Barranco Camp: 3 km/2 miles
Length of Time: 2-3 hours
Final elevation: 3975m/13,044 ft
Terrain: Alpine
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 4

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

You are now ascending into the arctic zone. Here its a good idea to keep several handkerchiefs as noses begin to run! We trek from Barranco to Karanga Camp; distance: 5km/3miles; length of Time: 4 hours. This allows for acclimatization as both camps are nearly at the same altitude. Although there is a moderate level of difficulty as you trek the Barranco Wall, the views are stunning. You will be scrambling over rocky mountain terrain, getting yourself ready for the final ascent. You will be in need of a rest when you reach Karanga Camp! Next stop, Barafu Camp.
Final elevation: 4000m/13106 ft
Climate and Terrain: Arctic zone
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 5

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Barafu is the last camp before the peak. You are well into the arctic zone now. This stage is for the true adventurers. Your ascent will be over loose shale: distance: 4km/2.5 miles; length of time: 4-5 hours. At this altitude your walking pace will have slowed considerably to compensate for low oxygen levels. You will get some well-earned rest early in the afternoon for your final night-time ascent to the summit. The landscape is truly arctic now with no wildlife or vegetation.
Final elevation: 4673m/15330 ft
Climate: Arctic zone
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 6

Final ascent: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak then down to Mweka Camp

From Barafu Camp you start your final ascent to the summit, Uhuru Peak at 5895m/19340 ft. Everest is 8848 meters or 29,030 ft. You will be less than 10,000 ft below the Everest summit! This will also be your longest day at 9-12 hours. Your climb starts mid-night and climbing through the small hours of the morning you reach Stella Point(5720mts) for the most glorious sunrise over Kili's sister peak, Mawenzi. Reaching this point at sunrise rewards you with a magnificent view over the mountain landscape - the 'roof' of Africa. After a time at the Uhuru peak for well-earned photos.
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak: 5895m/19340 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Length of Time: 7 hours
Climate/Terrain: Arctic zone
Uhuru Peak: 5895m/19341 ft, down to Mweka Camp: 3067m/10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Length of Time 7 hours
Accommodation: tents (provided)

Day 7

Mweka Camp to starting point

Time for well-earned rest and relaxation after a hot shower (no such luxury on the mountain!). Bed & breakfast with a return journey to the airport the following day. You will have the possibility of staying on a few extra days .

More Details about Kilimanjaro Tour

Inclusions

AP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
Hotel
Sightseeing
Transfers
Pickup-Drop
Private Cab
Private Guide
Sim Card
Accommodation
Mineral Water
Visa Services
Non Veg Meals
Veg & Non Veg Meals
All ticket, park entry fee camping fee, guides, porters, Meals, hut or camping equipment, first Aid, Summit certificate, sharing room or tents, private toilet and route briefing. Accommodation before and after climb based on bed and breakfast only(BB)

Exclusions

personal equipment, Travel documents, Travel insurance, Tip for crew, single room, Sleeping bag, Extra day or extra service, International and local flight, VISA,

Payments Terms

* 50% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Price & Rates

No of pax	Age Limit	Price per pax (Rs)
No of pax Adult	Age Limit Above 12 years	Price per pax (Rs) $ 1885 / Adult ( With Tax )
No of pax Child	Age Limit Below 12 years	Price per pax (Rs) $ 1505 / Child ( With Tax )

Accommodation

City	Hotel Name	Star Rating
City Moshi hotel	Hotel Name Mweka gate - Moshi hotel	Star Rating 3

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation due to force majeure (epidemic, political risk, natural disaster) are beyond control. Therefore the agent will compensate by rescheduling the service due to Booking policies governing hotel and Park entry fee, which are non refundable but are rescheduled at a period of 1 year.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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