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7 Days Mt Kilimanjaro Trekking – Lemosho Route
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Overview
- Duration:5 days 4 nights
- Travelers:20 guests
- Tour Type:Daily tour, Private tour
- Language:English, French
- Age range:15 - 45 years old
The Machame Route on Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the most popular and scenic paths to the summit. Known as the “Whiskey Route,” it offers diverse landscapes and better acclimatization, making it ideal for climbers seeking both adventure and a higher success rate.
Highlights
- Scenic and diverse landscapes (rainforest to alpine desert)
- Excellent acclimatization profile
- Higher summit success rate than shorter routes
- Camping experience under the stars
- Summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
Includes/Excludes
- 5 nights’ mountain accommodation
- All transportation – airport pick up and drop off included
- All Park entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking Mountain guide & chef
- Porterage
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Mineral water on all days
- All mentioned activities
- All government taxes Price.
- 18% VAT,
- Government increases entry fees
- Rescue fees
- Pre- and post-program accommodation for 2 nights
- Camping equipment (tent, mattress, mess table and chairs)
- International flights (from/to home)
- Internal flights
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Tips per guest recommended (from 350 USD for mountain guide, chef/cook and porters). The amount recommended increases for smaller groups.
- Sleeping bag (rental available on request)
- Mount Kilimanjaro trekking Equipment (rental available on request)
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Itinerary
Expand allDay 1: Machame Gate – Machame Camp
Distance: 11 km | Time: 5–7 hours
Start at Machame Gate and trek through dense rainforest with rich vegetation and wildlife. The trail can be muddy but is very scenic. Arrive at Machame Camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Machame Camp – Shira Camp
Distance: 5 km | Time: 4–6 hours
A steeper climb takes you out of the forest into moorland. The landscape opens up with great views of the mountain. Overnight at Shira Camp.
Day 3: Shira Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Distance: 10 km | Time: 6–8 hours
This is an important acclimatization day. You climb to Lava Tower (4,600m) before descending to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy helps your body adjust to altitude.
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
Distance: 5 km | Time: 4–5 hours
Climb the famous Barranco Wall, a fun and slightly challenging section. Continue through valleys and ridges to Karanga Camp.
Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp – Summit – Mweka Camp
Distance: 17 km | Time: 10–14 hours
Ascend to Barafu Camp, rest, then begin your midnight summit attempt. Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp for overnight.
Day 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate
Distance: 10 km | Time: 3–5 hours
Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you receive your certificate and transfer back to your hotel.
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Is the Machame Route difficult?
It is moderate to challenging, but manageable with good fitness and proper acclimatization.
Why is Machame popular?
It offers beautiful scenery and a higher success rate compared to shorter routes.
Do I need camping gear?
Tents are provided, but you may need a sleeping bag (available for rent).
What is the success rate?
Higher than Marangu due to better acclimatization over 6 days.
When is the best time to climb?
January–March and June–October are the best seasons.
What should I pack for this trek?
Bring warm clothing, hiking boots, a jacket, gloves, a headlamp, and personal essentials. Temperatures can be cold near the summit.
from$ 1,800 /person
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