Route description
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route is an exhilarating adventure that combines breathtaking scenery with a challenging ascent. Known as the “Whiskey Route,” Machame offers a diverse range of landscapes, from dense rainforests to alpine deserts, providing climbers with a unique and ever-changing environment. The journey typically takes about 6 to 7 days, allowing for gradual acclimatization to the altitude.
While schedules may vary depending on weather conditions, and other factors.
Day 1: Arrive in Moshi or Arusha
Arrive in Moshi, Tanzania..Briefing with the trekking Rest and preparation for the climb.
Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (Hike)
Drive to Machame Gate (1,800m/5,905ft).Begin the trek through the rainforest.Reach Machame Camp (3,010m/9,875ft).
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (Hike)
Trek through the steep ridge of the Shira Plateau.Reach Shira Camp (3,845m/12,615ft).
Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp (Hike)
Traverse the alpine desert towards Lava Tower. Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m/12,990ft) for acclimatization.
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (Hike)
Ascend Barranco Wall.Continue to Karanga Camp (4,035m/13,200ft).
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (Hike)
Trek to Barafu Camp (4,680m/15,355ft).Rest and prepare for the summit.
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (Summit Day)
Midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft). Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m/10,170ft).
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Descend to Mweka Gate (1,640m/5,380ft). Celebrate the summit and transfer back to Moshi.
This schedule is just a guideline, and actual itineraries may vary depending on the weather conditions, and the specific needs of the climbers.
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