7 days kilimanjaro climb Machame route

This 7 days Machame route kilimanjaro climbing is the best and most popular route to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro at 19,341 feet, the highest peak in Africa and the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.

7 days kilimanjaro climbing Machame route

The Machame route also known as the Whisky Route is one of the most scenic and recommended routes on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

Best 7 days Kilimanjaro Machame route price

The best and most affordable price for the 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route is from $1600 to

$3000 per climber enabling hikers to successful summit 5,895 meters Mount Kilimanjaro.

This 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route price varies depending on the accommodations before

and after the climb, number of people on a group, luxury or budget climbing services.

7 days Kilimanjaro climbing prices and costs are paid in Dollars, Pounds, Euros, and Tanzania Shillings.

The best summit success rate of 7 days Machame route on Kilimanjaro

The best successful summit rate for the 7-day Machame route on Mount Kilimanjaro is typically around

93% to 97%, reaching the 5,895-meter Uhuru peak and descending back.

This highest success rate is influenced by proper acclimatization on the 7 days Machame route allowing

climbers to reach the Kilimanjaro summit successfully.

The Machame route offers a climb high, sleep low mechanism which increases its success rate to 97%.

Package Inclusion & Exclusions

Tour Inclusions

Guide, Porters
Park Fees, Tax
Gate transfer
Crew wages
Environment fees
During the climb you will be camping throughout you climb!
Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
Drinking water
Cook

Tour Exclusions

Flights
Tipping the crew
Visas

7 days Machame route Kilimanjaro climbing itinerary

The best full detailed itinerary for the best 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Machame route:

Day 1: Machame Gate (1,800 m / 5,905 ft) to Machame Camp (2,835 m / 9,301 ft) | 5-6 hours | 11 km;

2: Machame Camp (2,835 m / 9,301 ft) to Shira Campsite (3,750 m / 12,303 ft) | 5-6 hours | 5 km;

3: Shira Camp (3,750 m / 12,303 ft) to Lava Tower to Barranco Valley (3,900 m /12,795 ft) | 5-6 hours | 10 km;

4: Barranco Camp (3,900 m /12,795 ft) to Karanga Camp (3,995 m / 13,107 ft) | 3-4 hours | 6 km;

5: Karanga Camp (3,995 m / 13,107 ft) to Barafu Camp (4,673 m/ 15,331 ft) | 3-4 hours | 4 km;

6: Barafu Camp (4,673 m/ 15,331 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) to Mweka Camp (3,100 m / 10,171 ft) | 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down | 6 km up / 13 km down;

7: Mweka Camp (3,100 m / 10,171 ft) to Mweka Gate (1,640 m /5,380 ft) | 4 -5 hours | 10 km.

Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Elevations: 1,800 m / 5,905 ft to 2,835 m / 9,301 ft Hiking time: 5-6 hours Hiking distance: 11 km

After breakfast at your hotel in Moshi or Arusha, you will be driven to the Machame Gate located at the

entrance of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park.

From here, the trek begins through the lush rainforest.

The trail gradually ascends, and after approximately 5-6 hours of hiking you will reach Machame Camp,

situated at an elevation of around 2,835 meters.

Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Campsite

Elevations: 2,835 m / 9,301 ft to 3,750 m / 12,303 ft Hiking time: 5-6 hours Hiking distance: 5 km The trail

continues through the heather and moorland zones, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding

landscapes.

The hike is a mix of ascending and descending, and after about 5-6 hours of trekking, you will reach Shira Camp, located at an elevation of approximately 3,750 meters.

Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Valley

Elevations: 3,750 m / 12,303 ft to 3,900 m /12,795 ft Hiking time: 5-6 hours Hiking distance: 10 km Today’s

trek involves gaining altitude as you ascend towards the Lava Tower, a notable volcanic formation. This will

help your body acclimatize to the increasing altitude. Afterward, the trail descends to Barranco Camp,

situated at around 3,900 meters. The total hiking time is usually 5-6 hours.

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Elevations: 3,900 m /12,795 ft to 3,995 m / 13,107 ft Hiking time: 3-4 hours Hiking distance: 6 km The day

starts with a challenging climb up the Barranco Wall, a steep and thrilling section of the route. As you

conquer the wall, the trail eases, leading you through alpine desert landscapes. After about 3-4 hours of

hiking, you will arrive at Karanga Camp where you will spend the night.

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Elevations: 3,995 m / 13,107 ft to 4,673 m/ 15,331 ft Hiking time: 3-4 hours Hiking distance: 4 km Today’s

trek takes you to Barafu Camp, situated at around 4,673 meters. The trail is relatively short but steep, and it

can take about 3-4 hours to reach the camp. Upon arrival, you will have an early dinner and rest in

preparation for the final ascent to the summit.

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Elevations: 4,673 m/ 15,331 ft to 5,895 m / 19,341 ft to 3,100 m / 10,171 ft Hiking time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6

hours down Hiking distance: 6 km up / 13 km down Shortly after midnight, you will begin the summit

attempt, hiking through the darkness towards the peak of Kilimanjaro. The trail is steep and challenging,

but the feeling of reaching Uhuru Peak, standing at 5,895 meters, is truly exhilarating. After enjoying the

sunrise and taking photos, you will start descending back to Barafu Camp. From there, you will continue

down to Mweka Camp where you will spend the night.

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevations: 3,100 m / 10,171 ft to 1,640 m /5,380 ft Hiking time: 4 -5 hours Hiking distance: 10 km The final

day of the trek involves a descent through the lush rainforest from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. Once you

reach the gate, you will receive your summit certificates and celebrate your accomplishment. From there,

you will be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi.

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