The Machame route is also the most popular route on Kilimanjaro and also known as the Whiskey route. Machame's draw is in its scenic beauty. However, the trail is considered difficult, steep and challenging, particularly due to its shorter itinerary. Therefore this route is better suited for more adventurous hikers or those with some high altitude, hiking or backpacking experience. Descent is made via the Mweka route. The seven day Machame variation is the ideal schedule for this route. On the 7 day Machame route, the trek from Barranco to Barafu is broken up into two days, allowing for a short day just prior to the summit attempt.
This is important because summit day begins very early, around midnight, so climbers are sleep deprived going into the toughest day on the mountain. By having a short day beforehand, climbers can be better rested. The 7 day Machame route is highly recommended and used by most prominent Kilimanjaro operators.
Arrive in Tanzania via Kilimanjaro International airport (JRO), GIBACO Safari and Tours will pick you up and transfer you to Moshi town where you will spend the first night at a hotel. Those who will arrive through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya, we will pick you up and get you transferred by Shuttle bus to Moshi.
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A guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and hold a quick briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park's entrance: Machame Gate (1,800 m). After the quick formality of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will start trekking up to Machame Camp (3,010 m). The trekking route includes passage through the rainforest (where tropical showers are highly probable), so we recommend you take not only spare clothes but also your raincoats. This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on: 1. Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine. 2. Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently). 3. Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies. At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness. Change in Elevation: Machame Gate (1,800 M) - Machame Camp (3,010 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 5 Km. Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours. Habitat: Rain-forest
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After breakfast, you will start trekking up to the second high-altitude camp, Shira Camp (3,845 m). On this day you will emerge from the rainforest and for the first time be able to see stunning views of the Shira Plateau laid out in front of you. Physically speaking, trekking is not very difficult, but you may feel the changes in altitude, so pay attention to your body and remember that choosing the proper pace is extremely important for good trekking. When you reach the camp, you will have lunch and some rest, after which the group will go on an acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp with a 300-meter gain in altitude. Back down at Shira Camp, you will be served a hot dinner. Change in Elevation: Machame Camp (3,010 M) - Shira Camp (3,845 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 5 Km. Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours. Habitat: Moorland
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Depart Shira Camp after breakfast and head towards Lava Tower ascending from 3,845 to 4,630 m. The rise-and-fall nature of this trek may present some difficulties. However, the 4,600 m altitude at the Lava Tower itself is crucial for proper acclimatization. The lunch break will take place here in order to give you some extra high-altitude time before descending approximately 650 m to Barranco Camp (3,960 m), which is the next overnight stop on this route. Then you will descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m). Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall, impressive in both its massive size and steepness! The next day you will be climbing it, but don't worry: it features a very simple hiking trail. Change in Elevation: Shira Camp (3,900 M) - Lava Tower (4,630 M) - Barranco Camp (3,960 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 11 Km. Hiking Time: 6-8 Hours. Habitat: Grassland
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On this day it is best to make an early start to avoid crowding on the way up Barranco Wall. Despite the Wall's seemingly daunting height and steepness, the actual climb is rather merciful at a mere hour or so. The top provides a great photo opportunity with Kibo Peak as the backdrop. The next part of the day is rife with ups and downs where your guides will choose the best place for individual climbers. A lunch break at Karanga Camp shall be followed by an acclimatization climb towards Barafu with its highest point being 4,270 m. The group then drops back to Karanga Camp for the overnight. Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 M) - Karanga Valley Camp (4,035 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 5 Km. Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours. Habitat: Alpine Desert
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After breakfast, you begin your way to Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m). Our team will set up a camp for you ahead of time, including tents and sleeping bags, so you can relax. After regaining strength, you have to complete an acclimatization climb towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp with its highest point being 4,800 m and then back to Barafu Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting. Change in Elevation: Karanga Valley Camp (4,035 M) - Barafu Camp (4,640 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 6 Km. Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours. Habitat: Alpine Desert.
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Summiting starts around midnight from 4,635 m, ending on Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m. While the trek itself is fairly simple, rarified mountain air does pose a challenge. Therefore, a guide who will monitor their condition throughout the climb shall accompany every two climbers ensuring safety above all. Upon summiting, you shall have an opportunity to walk on the nearby glacier. The descent to 3,820 m at Millennium Camp starts after a two-hour rest back at Barafu Camp. Change in Elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 M) - Uhuru Peak (5,895 M) - Millennium Camp (3,820 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 15 Km. Hiking Time: 8-12 Hours. Habitat: Arctic
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This last camp's position being far lower at the forest line will afford you a good night's sleep further enhanced by thoughts of having reached the top. Breakfast will be followed by the return to 1,650 m at the final point in this adventure- Mweka Gate. After a short celebration with the whole of the climb crew and arrival at our offices, you will receive your climb certificates, followed by the drive to your hotel. Change in Elevation: Millennium Camp (3,820 M) - Mweka Gate (1,650 M). Hiking Distance: Approximately 12 Km. Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours. Habitat: Rain-forest.
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Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport. The total distance covered is 70 Km or 42 miles. End of the climb.
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1. All taxes/VAT
2. Park fees
3. Accommodation as mentioned in final itinerary
4. 1 - 3 meals a day as described in final itinerary
5. Bottled water during game drives
6. Transportation as mentioned in the tour description,4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game driving days and Toyota minivan or Landcruiser for airport transfers
7. All activities as mentioned in the tour description
8. A professional driver/guide
1. International flights
2. Tips
3. Visa fees
4. Travel insurance
5. Drinks
6. Cigarettes
7. Other personal items
8. Laundry and Vaccination
