The Machame Route, known as the “Whiskey Route,” is one of Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful and rewarding trails. It features diverse landscapes—from lush rainforest to the vast Shira Plateau and dramatic Barranco Valley. This 6-day itinerary is designed for physically fit trekkers who want a scenic yet demanding climb with quick acclimatization. Although challenging, the Machame Route offers excellent views, a well-established trail, and strong summit potential for those determined to reach Africa’s highest point.
ITINÉRAIRE
Day 1: Machame Gate → Machame Camp
Day 2: Machame → Shira
Day 3: Shira → Lava Tower → Barranco
Day 4: Barranco → Karanga
Day 5: Karanga → Barafu
Day 6: Summit → Mweka Gate
Machame Route 6 Days – Kilimanjaro Climb via the “Whiskey Route”
Camping Aventure
2 personnes
4 personnes
6 personnes
* Coûts indicatifs par personne, hors billets d'avion internationaux
Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Start your Kilimanjaro climb at Machame Gate and walk through lush, green rainforest alive with birds, ferns, and ancient trees. The trail gradually ascends, becoming steeper as you approach Machame Camp, your first night on the mountain. This day offers beautiful scenery and begins your acclimatization.
Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Today’s trail climbs a steep ridge leading out of the forest and onto the open moorland. As you gain height, the views open up dramatically. Arrive at the expansive Shira Plateau, with Shira Camp offering wide mountain vistas and your first close views of Kibo Peak.
Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Hike across the Shira Plateau toward Lava Tower (4,600m) for an important acclimatization climb. After lunch at Lava Tower, descend into the beautiful Barranco Valley. The drop in altitude helps your body adjust and prepares you for the coming summit. Overnight at Barranco Camp beneath towering cliffs.
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Begin with an exciting ascent of the iconic Barranco Wall. Though steep, it is non-technical and highly rewarding. After reaching the top, traverse several rolling valleys before arriving at Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day designed to strengthen your acclimatization.
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Climb steadily to Barafu Camp, your high-altitude base camp for the summit. Here the landscape shifts to a stark alpine desert. Rest early, hydrate well, and prepare for the midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak.
Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak, Descend to Mweka Gate
Begin your summit attempt under the stars, ascending steep switchbacks to Stella Point and continuing to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Barafu and continue down to Mweka Gate, where your certificates await before returning to Arusha.
COMPREND :
Prise en charge et retour depuis/vers l'aéroport de Kilimandjaro ou d'Arusha
Tous les hébergements en pension complète
Eau en bouteille et boissons sans alcool pendant le safari
Guide privé anglophone pendant tout le safari
Jeep Safari 4x4 privée spécialement conçue pour les safaris
Frais de parc pour tous les parcs nationaux
Frais de réservation
EXCLUT :
Billets d'avion internationaux et visa
Assurance voyage (assurance voyage/annulation, médecins volants)
Conseils pour le guide Safari