The Machame route, also referred to as the Whisky route, is one of the most popular routes on Kilimanjaro and a favourite for Alaitol Safaris. Despite being a tough climb compared to the Marangu route, the Machame route has one of the highest summit success rates given the topography of the route which allows climbers to “trek high & sleep low” hence making it a more favourable route for acclimatisation. Unlike the Marangu route which is a gradual ascent,the Machame route is has steeper trails and climbers walk longer distances. This route offers some of the most spectacular scenery while on the mountain.The Machame route starts in the south west side of the mountain and proceeds steeply north, traversing the Shira plateau and eventually joining the Shira and Lemosho routes at the Shira camp. The Machame route can be done in minimum 6 days but a 7 day trek is recommended so climbers are well rested and acclimatised before making the final ascent to the summit.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport by our Alaitol Safaris Team and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha.Overnight at Arusha Serena Hotel (or alternative).
Meals: Dinner Included

Day 2 : Machame Gate (1790m) to Machame Camp (3010m)
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time taken:6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 3 : Machame Camp (3010m) to Shira Camp (3845m)
Distance covered: 5.4km / 3.4mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 4 : Shira Cave (3845m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 5 : Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)
Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 6 : Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640m) Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
Approx. time taken: 3 hours
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 7 : Barafu Camp (4640m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Millennium Camp (3790m) Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi
Approx. time taken:12 – 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 8 : Trek Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m) Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Approx. time taken: 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day 9 : Depart Tanzania Meals:Breakfast Included