7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Hike - Machame (Whiskey) Route

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Drive From Moshi to Machame Gate then Hike to Machame Camp

After transfer from Moshi or Arusha, arrive at Machame Gate for registration and briefing. Begin the hike through dense rainforest, where the trail is often misty and rich in birdlife and monkeys. The steady climb ends at Machame Camp, set within the forest zone.

Overnight: Machame Camp
Distance: ~11 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Elevation Gain: 1,800 m → 3,000 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike From Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Leave the rainforest behind and ascend into heath and moorland terrain. The trail opens to wide views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau. The day is moderately challenging with steady elevation gain.

Overnight: Shira Camp
Distance: ~5 km
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
Elevation Gain: 3,000 m → 3,840 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike From Shira Camp to Lava Tower then Descend to Barranco Camp

Trek across the alpine desert toward the Lava Tower area before descending to Barranco Camp. Although the net elevation gain is modest, this day is physically demanding and helps the body adjust slightly to altitude despite the shortened itinerary. Barranco Camp offers spectacular views of the Barranco Wall.

Overnight: Barranco Camp
Distance: ~10 km
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Elevation Gain/Loss: 3,840 m → 4,600 m → 3,960 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike From Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Begin with the ascent of the Barranco Wall, a hands-on scramble that is exhilarating rather than technical. After reaching the top, continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp. This shorter day helps conserve energy ahead of the summit push.

Overnight: Karanga Camp
Distance: ~5 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Elevation Gain: 3,960 m → 3,995 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike From Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

A steady climb leads to Barafu Camp, the final staging point before the summit attempt. After an early dinner, rest and prepare for the midnight ascent.

Overnight: Barafu Camp
Distance: ~4 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Elevation Gain: 3,995 m → 4,673 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike From Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak then Begin Descent to Mweka Camp

Begin the summit climb around midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) at sunrise, the highest point in Africa. After photos and celebration, descend carefully to Mweka Camp for overnight rest.

Overnight: Mweka Camp
Distance: ~17 km
Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
Elevation Gain/Loss: 4,673 m → 5,895 m → 3,100 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Continue Final Descent to Mweka Gate then Drive to Hotel

Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, where summit certificates are issued. Transfer back to Moshi or Arusha, marking the end of the tour.

Distance: ~10 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Elevation Loss: 3,100 m → 1,640 m.

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.