Tour Information
Highlights
Summit Africa's highest peak, Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
Scenic Machame Route with excellent acclimatization profile
KPAP-certified operator ensuring fair treatment of porters
All camping equipment, meals, and park fees included
Experienced, certified Kilimanjaro guides and medical checks
Description
Conquer the Roof of Africa on the scenic and popular Machame Route, known as the "Whiskey Route." This 7-day itinerary provides excellent acclimatization for a high summit success rate. Trek through lush rainforest, heath, and alpine desert to reach the glacier-clad summit of Uhuru Peak (5,895m) for a sunrise you will never forget. Professional guides, porters, and full support are included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp. Trek through lush rainforest (5-7 hrs). Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m.
Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp. Ascend into heather and moorland zone (4-6 hrs). Elevation: 3,000m to 3,850m.
Day 3
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp (via Lava Tower). Acclimatization day; hike high to Lava Tower (4,600m), sleep low at Barranco (6-7 hrs). Elevation: 3,850m to 3,900m.
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp. Conquer the Barranco Wall, then descend into Karanga Valley (4-5 hrs). Elevation: 3,900m to 3,995m.
Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp. Trek to the base camp for the summit (4-5 hrs). Rest and prepare for summit night. Elevation: 3,995m to 4,673m.
Day 6
Summit Day! Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp. Midnight start for the summit (6-7 hrs). Descend to Mweka Camp (12-14 hrs total). Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m to 3,100m.
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. Final descent through rainforest (3-4 hrs). Receive certificates, transfer to hotel in Moshi.
Terms & Conditions
Includes: All park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, certified guide/porters/cook, all meals on mountain, camping equipment (tents, mattress), airport transfers, pre/post-climb hotel (B&B).
Excludes: Tips for crew (highly recommended), personal trekking gear (rental available), travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking), visas, lunches/dinners in Moshi.
Health & Fitness: A medical certificate is required. This is a strenuous trek demanding good fitness.