Kilimanjaro Region
Mount Kilimanjaro — Machame Route
The 'Whiskey Route': 62 km of scenic ridges and the most popular way to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m.
- Duration
- 6 – 7 days
- Best time to visit
- January – March and June – October
- Price from
- From USD 1,850 per person
- Getting there
- 45 minutes from Moshi to Machame Gate; free transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Difficulty
- Challenging — good fitness required, no technical climbing
About Mount Kilimanjaro — Machame Route
Machame starts on the lush southern slopes and traverses to the Barafu high camp for a midnight summit push. We run climbs with certified KPAP-compliant crews: one guide per two clients, mountain chef, quality four-season tents, oxygen cylinders, pulse oximeter checks twice daily and a portable stretcher. Porter loads and wages follow Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project standards.
Highlights
- Summit Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the Roof of Africa
- Barranco Wall scramble and Lava Tower acclimatisation
- Five climate zones from rainforest to arctic glacier
- Excellent 'climb high, sleep low' acclimatisation profile
- 7-day version raises summit success to around 90%
What's included
- Park fees, camping fees, rescue fee and 18% VAT
- Professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- All meals on the mountain and purified drinking water
- Sleeping tent, mess tent, table, chairs and mattress
- Oxygen cylinder, first-aid kit and pulse oximeter
- Two nights hotel in Moshi (before and after the climb)
Not included
- Flights, visa and travel insurance covering 6,000 m
- Personal trekking gear (rental available from USD 10 per item)
- Tips for the mountain crew (USD 250 – 350 per climber)
- Portable flush toilet (USD 150 per climb, optional)
Ready for your Tanzanian adventure?
Every itinerary is private and tailor-made. Call, WhatsApp or email us and we will design your trip around your dates, budget and pace.