6-Day Seresafari Whiskey Route Kilimanjaro Group Climb

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Moshi to Machame Gate (Into the Forest Trail)

After breakfast in Moshi, drive for about 45 minutes through charming coffee farms and mountain villages to the Machame Gate, where your adventure begins. Meet your mountain crew and complete registration before starting your trek through the lush montane rainforest. The trail winds gently uphill, shaded by giant ferns, moss-covered trees, and alive with the sounds of tropical birds and playful blue monkeys. You may spot colobus monkeys leaping between branches as mist curls through the forest canopy. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the trail before continuing steadily to Machame Camp. On arrival, relax, have dinner, and take in your first evening under the stars of Kilimanjaro.
Distance: 11 km / 7 mi
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Elevation: 1,830m → 3,050m
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Machame Camp to Shira Camp (Above the Clouds)

After breakfast, leave the rainforest and climb steadily along a rocky ridge. As you gain altitude, the vegetation changes to heather and moorland, revealing wide-open views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau. The air feels crisper and the trail opens up into vast alpine scenery. Take short breaks to enjoy the incredible views of Kibo Peak towering ahead. Arrive at Shira Camp in the afternoon, where you can relax and watch the sunset paint the clouds in brilliant colors above the African plains.
Distance: 5 km / 3 mi
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Elevation: 3,050m → 3,850m
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Shira Camp /Lava Tower/Barranco Camp (Climb High, Sleep Low)

Today is all about acclimatization. The trail leads east toward Lava Tower, a volcanic formation standing at 4,650 meters. As you ascend, the landscape becomes drier and rockier, offering panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s glacier fields. After lunch near the Lava Tower, you’ll descend into the lush Barranco Valley — a breathtaking amphitheater dotted with giant senecio and lobelia plants. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy helps your body adapt to the altitude, improving your chances of a successful summit.
Distance: 10 km / 6 mi
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Elevation: 3,850m → 4,650m → 4,000m
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp (The Great Barranco Wall)

After an early breakfast, begin your ascent of the legendary Barranco Wall — a steep but non-technical climb that rewards you with thrilling views of the valleys below. At the top, enjoy a stunning panorama stretching across the Karanga Valley and the southern glaciers. Continue over undulating terrain toward Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt. The camp sits on a windswept ridge with views of both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks, offering a final rest before your midnight climb.
Distance: 9 km / 6 mi
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Elevation: 4,000m → 4,700m
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Uhuru Peak Then Mweka Camp (Uhuru Peak Conquest)

Your summit adventure begins just after midnight under a canopy of stars. Follow the zigzag trail up steep scree slopes toward Stella Point, arriving in time for a magical sunrise over Africa. Push on to Uhuru Peak — the highest point on the continent at 5,895m. Celebrate your achievement and take photos at the iconic summit sign before beginning the long descent. After a rest and lunch at Barafu Camp, continue down to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved sleep.
Distance: 5 km up / 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10–12 hours total
Elevation: 4,700m → 5,895m → 3,090m
Habitat: Stone scree & ice-capped summit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate, Then Back To Moshi (Descent into Green)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before your final descent through the lush rainforest. The air grows warmer and thicker as you descend, with birds singing and monkeys swinging through the canopy. At Mweka Gate, you’ll receive your hard-earned summit certificate — a proud reminder of your accomplishment. Meet your driver and return to Moshi for a hot shower, celebration dinner, and relaxation after conquering Africa’s highest mountain.
Distance: 10 km / 6 mi
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Elevation: 3,090m → 1,680m
Habitat: Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.