7-Day Machame Route (Whiskey Route)

The 7-Day Machame Route, also known as the Whiskey Route, is one of the most popular and scenic ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. This route offers excellent acclimatization, diverse landscapes, and a high summit success rate.

Kilimanjaro Pricing

7 Days Machame Route

Prices are per person (pp). Choose the trip length column you need.

Group Size

7 Days ($)

6 Days ($)

1 Person

$2415pp

$2070pp

2–5 People

$2125pp

$1820pp

6–10 People

$2075pp

$1770pp

11+ People

$2025pp

$1720pp

Machame Route – A scenic trail passing through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glaciers.
Good Acclimatization Profile – The “climb high, sleep low” approach helps the body adjust to altitude.
High Summit Success Rate – One of the best routes for reaching Uhuru Peak.
Beautiful Landscapes – Lush forest, lava formations, wide views, and dramatic mountain scenery.
Camping Experience – Sleep in mountain tents close to nature throughout the climb.
Professional Mountain Crew – Guided by experienced guides, porters, and cooks.

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
You will receive a detailed briefing and equipment check in preparation for the climb.
What to expect: Warm welcome, gear check, and rest before the climb.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel arranged according to your budget

Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate to complete park formalities.
Begin the climb through dense rainforest where you may see monkeys and tropical vegetation.
What to expect: Forest trail, muddy sections, and gradual ascent.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Machame Camp (camping)

Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Leave the forest behind and climb into heath and moorland zones.
The trail opens to wide views of the Shira Plateau and surrounding landscapes.
What to expect: Cooler temperatures, open scenery, and steady uphill walking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shira Camp (camping)

Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp (via Lava Tower)

Climb higher toward Lava Tower for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp.
This day follows the “climb high, sleep low” principle to help your body adjust.
What to expect: Thin air at higher altitude and improved acclimatization overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barranco Camp (camping)

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, climb the famous Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical scramble.
Continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp.
What to expect: Exciting climb, great views, and a shorter hiking day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Karanga Camp (camping)

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp & Summit Night

Climb steadily to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit attempt.
After early dinner, rest before the midnight summit push.
What to expect: Cold temperatures, preparation for summit night, early rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barafu Camp (camping)

Day 7: Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak & Descent

Begin the summit climb around midnight toward Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
After reaching the summit at sunrise, descend to lower altitude for recovery.
What to expect: Challenging climb, emotional summit moment, long descent.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi or Arusha