The Machame route on Kilimanjaro is a seven day camping route which allows for excellent acclimatization and particularly diverse scenery. It has been called the Whiskey route in the past and nowadays about 35% of all climbers on the mountain use it. In a matter of days you will climb Kilimanjaro from the equator up to an Arctic zone, moving through grasslands, tropical rain forest, alpine meadows, moorlands and high desert to snow and ice. Each day on this route presents quite a distinct ecosystem to experience, which is one reason it is so popular. The other reason is that the seven day program begins on the south west side of the mountain and traverses around to the south east side, enabling you to sleep at the same altitude for three consecutive nights which significantly aids altitude acclimatization. This means that our summit success rate on this route is quite high at around 85%. We only run seven day trips on Kilimanjaro which is the recommended minimum number of days by all the international mountain associations such as the UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation), plus our own assessment of mountain safety.
Tour Features
Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
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1 |
iliboru safari Lodge.
Arusha |
Breakfast Included |
2 |
Machame Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
3 |
Shira camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
4 |
Barranco Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
5 |
Karanga Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
6 |
Barafu Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
7 |
Mweka Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
8 |
Iliboru safari Lodge.
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included |
9 |
Iliboru safari Lodge.
|
Breakfast Included |
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1ARRIVAL DAY AT JRO
Upon arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our staff will meet you for pick up and drive to our hotel in Arusha (Accommodation plan will be B&B). Your head guide will meet you for your briefing, gear check and arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need. Then we will leave you for relaxing until the next day ready to the gate. The accommodation and meal plan will be at iliboru safari Lodge.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: iliboru safari Lodge.,
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
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2MACHAME GATE - MACHAME CAMP: 10.75k /7mi | 5-6 hrs | Rainfor
Departing from Arusha a 1.5 hour drive will take you through the Village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations the trail can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Machame Camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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3MACHAME CAMP - SHIRA CAMP: 5.3km/3mi | 4-5hrs | Moorland El
After a good nights sleep and a hearty breakfast we emerge from the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. Temperatures begin to drop.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Shira camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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4SHIRA CAMP - LAVA TOWER - BARRANCO CAMP: 10.75km/6mi | 5-6hr
Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization. From Shira Plateau we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the Kibo peak before we then continue, South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to a second junction, which leads to the Arrow Glacier. We then continue to descend to overnight at Barranco Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barranco Camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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5BARRANCO CAMP - KARANGA CAMP: 5.2km/3mi | 3-4hrs | Alpine De
After breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects, with the Mweka Trail. This is one of the most impressive days to see the power, agility, and strength of your crew zip over this wall with what appears such ease. Overnight at Karanga Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Karanga Camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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6KARANGA CAMP - BARAFU CAMP: 3.3km /2 mi | 3-4hrs | Alpine De
We continue up toward Barafu Camp, and once reached you have now completed the South Circuit, which offers a variety of breathtaking views of the summit from many different angles. An early dinner and rest as we prepare for summit night. Overnight at Barafu Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barafu Camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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7BARAFU CAMP – SUMMIT: 4.86km /3mi up | 5-7hrs | - MWEKA CAMP
Excitement is building as morning comes with an early start between midnight and 2 a.m. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers trying to stay warm and focused of the amazing sense of accomplishment that lies ahead. With a switchback motion in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. You will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise during your short rest here. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. From here on your remaining 1 hour ascent to Uhuru Peak, you are likely to encounter snow all the way. Congratulations, one step at a time you have now reached Uhuru Peak the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire continent of Africa! After photos, celebrations and maybe a few tears of joy we take a few moments to enjoy this incredible accomplishment. We begin our steep descent down to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch and a very brief rest. We strongly recommend gaiters and trekking poles for uncooperative loose gravel and volcano ash terrain. Well-deserved rest awaits you to enjoy your last evening on the mountain. Overnight Mweka Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Mweka Camp,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
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8MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE – MOSHI: 9.1km/6mi |3-4hrs | Rainfor
After breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of appreciation and team bonding with your crew it’s time to say goodbye. We continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. As the weather is drastically warmer, the terrain is wet, muddy and steep and we highly recommend Gaiters and trekking poles. From the gate, a vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a long overdue hot shower, dinner and celebrations!! Overnight Ilboru safari Lodge B&B.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Iliboru safari Lodge.,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
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9DEPARTURE DAY.
hat an adventure you’ve with memories to last a lifetime! Enjoy breakfast and still have time to do some last-minute gift shopping in Arusha city before drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight back home. This will depends on your schedule, you can add some days for either wildlife safaris or Zanzibar beach excursions or more Tanzania holiday experiences.
Accommodation: Iliboru safari Lodge.,
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
Includes |
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Excludes |
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Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
Jan 01 2023 to Dec 31 2025 | $1980 | $1950 | $1880 | $1850 | $1800 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
Yes, a transfer from and back to the airport is included
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Offices In :
Arusha-Tanzania. -
Size :
5 -
Member Of :
TATO, TANAPA,KIPAP -
Tour Types :
wildlife safaris and game drives, Mountains climbing, cultural & Historical Tours, Beach excussions, Photographic safari -
Destinations :
Kenya Tanzania Uganda - We are an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking Photography safari, private guided safaris, self-drive safaris, private transfers, daily and short excursions, tailor made safaris, East Africa combination safari packages, mountain climbing expeditions and beach holidays throughout East Africa. Tanzania Footmark safaris runs its operations in Arusha, Tanzania – East Africa’s safari capital city.
Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
,
|
||
1 |
iliboru safari Lodge.,
Arusha |
Breakfast Included |
2 |
Machame Camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
3 |
Shira camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
4 |
Barranco Camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
5 |
Karanga Camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
6 |
Barafu Camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
7 |
Mweka Camp,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks |
8 |
Iliboru safari Lodge.,
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park |
Lunch & Dinner Included |
9 |
Iliboru safari Lodge.,
|
Breakfast Included |
-
1ARRIVAL DAY AT JRO
Upon arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our staff will meet you for pick up and drive to our hotel in Arusha (Accommodation plan will be B&B). Your head guide will meet you for your briefing, gear check and arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need. Then we will leave you for relaxing until the next day ready to the gate. The accommodation and meal plan will be at iliboru safari Lodge.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: iliboru safari Lodge., ,
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
-
2MACHAME GATE - MACHAME CAMP: 10.75k /7mi | 5-6 hrs | Rainfor
Departing from Arusha a 1.5 hour drive will take you through the Village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations the trail can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Machame Camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
3MACHAME CAMP - SHIRA CAMP: 5.3km/3mi | 4-5hrs | Moorland El
After a good nights sleep and a hearty breakfast we emerge from the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. Temperatures begin to drop.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Shira camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
4SHIRA CAMP - LAVA TOWER - BARRANCO CAMP: 10.75km/6mi | 5-6hr
Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization. From Shira Plateau we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the Kibo peak before we then continue, South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to a second junction, which leads to the Arrow Glacier. We then continue to descend to overnight at Barranco Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barranco Camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
5BARRANCO CAMP - KARANGA CAMP: 5.2km/3mi | 3-4hrs | Alpine De
After breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects, with the Mweka Trail. This is one of the most impressive days to see the power, agility, and strength of your crew zip over this wall with what appears such ease. Overnight at Karanga Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Karanga Camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
6KARANGA CAMP - BARAFU CAMP: 3.3km /2 mi | 3-4hrs | Alpine De
We continue up toward Barafu Camp, and once reached you have now completed the South Circuit, which offers a variety of breathtaking views of the summit from many different angles. An early dinner and rest as we prepare for summit night. Overnight at Barafu Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barafu Camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
7BARAFU CAMP – SUMMIT: 4.86km /3mi up | 5-7hrs | - MWEKA CAMP
Excitement is building as morning comes with an early start between midnight and 2 a.m. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers trying to stay warm and focused of the amazing sense of accomplishment that lies ahead. With a switchback motion in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. You will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise during your short rest here. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. From here on your remaining 1 hour ascent to Uhuru Peak, you are likely to encounter snow all the way. Congratulations, one step at a time you have now reached Uhuru Peak the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire continent of Africa! After photos, celebrations and maybe a few tears of joy we take a few moments to enjoy this incredible accomplishment. We begin our steep descent down to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch and a very brief rest. We strongly recommend gaiters and trekking poles for uncooperative loose gravel and volcano ash terrain. Well-deserved rest awaits you to enjoy your last evening on the mountain. Overnight Mweka Camp.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Mweka Camp, ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
-
8MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE – MOSHI: 9.1km/6mi |3-4hrs | Rainfor
After breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of appreciation and team bonding with your crew it’s time to say goodbye. We continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. As the weather is drastically warmer, the terrain is wet, muddy and steep and we highly recommend Gaiters and trekking poles. From the gate, a vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a long overdue hot shower, dinner and celebrations!! Overnight Ilboru safari Lodge B&B.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Iliboru safari Lodge., ,
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
-
9DEPARTURE DAY.
hat an adventure you’ve with memories to last a lifetime! Enjoy breakfast and still have time to do some last-minute gift shopping in Arusha city before drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight back home. This will depends on your schedule, you can add some days for either wildlife safaris or Zanzibar beach excursions or more Tanzania holiday experiences.
Accommodation: Iliboru safari Lodge., ,
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
Includes & Excludes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
Jan 01 2023 to Dec 31 2025 | $1980 | $1950 | $1880 | $1850 | $1800 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
Yes, a transfer from and back to the airport is included
Tanzania Footmark Safaris
-
Offices In :
Arusha-Tanzania. -
Size :
5 -
Member Of :
TATO, TANAPA,KIPAP -
Tour Types :
wildlife safaris and game drives, Mountains climbing, cultural & Historical Tours, Beach excussions, Photographic safari -
Destinations :
Kenya Tanzania Uganda - We are an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking Photography safari, private guided safaris, self-drive safaris, private transfers, daily and short excursions, tailor made safaris, East Africa combination safari packages, mountain climbing expeditions and beach holidays throughout East Africa. Tanzania Footmark safaris runs its operations in Arusha, Tanzania – East Africa’s safari capital city.