7 days Kilimanjaro Climbing Machame route

Package Overview

The 7-day Machame Route, also known as the "Whiskey Route," is a popular and scenic path to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This extended itinerary provides an extra day for acclimatization, increasing your chances of a successful summit. The route offers diverse landscapes, including rainforests, moorlands, and alpine deserts.

Acclimatization: This 7-day itinerary includes an extra day for acclimatization at Karanga Camp, improving your chances of a successful summit.
Physical Preparation: Ensure you are physically prepared for the trek with regular cardiovascular and strength training exercises.
Packing List: Essential items include sturdy hiking boots, thermal layers, waterproof gear, a hat, gloves, sunglasses, a headlamp, trekking poles, and a sleeping bag.
Hydration and Nutrition: Drink plenty of water and eat high-energy snacks throughout the trek. Your guides will provide meals and boiling water.
Guides and Porters: Professional guides and porters will support you throughout the climb, carrying supplies and assisting with camp setup.
Permits and Fees: Park fees and permits are included in most tour packages, but confirm with Horizon Seeker Adventure
This 7-day Machame Route itinerary offers a balanced approach to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, combining challenging treks with adequate time for acclimatization, ensuring a rewarding and memorable experience.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Machame Gate to Machame Camp

  Elevation: 1,640 meters (5,380 feet) to 2,835 meters (9,300 feet)
  Distance: 11 km (7 miles)
  Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
  Habitat: Rainforest
  Description: Begin your trek at Machame Gate. After registration, hike through the lush rainforest, where you may see colobus monkeys and other wildlife. Arrive at Machame Camp in the late afternoon.

  • Themes : Camping, Bird Watching, Food and Drink, Trekking, Hiking, Sightseeing

• Day 2 : Machame Camp to Shira Camp

  Elevation: 2,835 meters (9,300 feet) to 3,750 meters (12,300 feet)
  Distance: 5 km (3 miles)
  Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
  Habitat: Moorland
  Description: Leave the rainforest and continue up a steep ridge, entering the moorland zone. Enjoy views of the Shira Plateau and Kibo Peak. Reach Shira Camp by mid-afternoon.

  • Themes : Adventure, Sightseeing

• Day 3 : Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

  Elevation: 3,750 meters (12,300 feet) to 3,900 meters (12,800 feet)
  Distance: 10 km (6 miles)
  Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
  Habitat: Semi-desert
  Description: Ascend to Lava Tower at 4,640 meters (15,190 feet) for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp. The route offers scenic views and varied terrain.

  • Themes : Adventure, Camping, Hiking

• Day 4 : Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

  Elevation: 3,900 meters (12,800 feet) to 4,035 meters (13,250 feet)
  Distance: 5 km (3 miles)
  Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
  Habitat: Alpine desert
  Description: Tackle the Barranco Wall, a challenging but manageable rock scramble. Continue through the alpine desert to Karanga Camp, enjoying views of the Heim Glacier and the summit.

  • Themes : Camping, Hiking

• Day 5 : Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

  Elevation: 4,035 meters (13,250 feet) to 4,640 meters (15,090 feet)
  Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles)
  Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
  Habitat: Alpine desert
  Description: Gradually ascend to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the final ascent, which begins at midnight.

  • Themes : Hiking, Sightseeing

• Day 6 : Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

  Elevation: 4,640 meters (15,090 feet) to 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) to 3,080 meters (10,105 feet)
  Distance: 17 km (11 miles)
  Hiking Time: 11-14 hours
  Habitat: Arctic to rainforest
  Description: Begin the summit push at midnight, trekking through the Arctic zone to reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp.

  • Themes : Camping, Food and Drink, Hiking, Sightseeing

• Day 7 : Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

  Elevation: 3,080 meters (10,105 feet) to 1,640 meters (5,380 feet)
  Distance: 10 km (6 miles)
  Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
  Habitat: Rainforest
  Description: Complete the descent through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Upon arrival at the gate, sign out and receive your summit certificate. Transfer back to Arusha or Moshi for rest and celebration.

  • Themes : Hiking

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Inclusions

• AP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• Transfers
• Pickup-Drop
• Private Guide
• Welcome Drink
• Accommodation
• Mineral Water
• Pre-climb briefing: Detailed overview of the climb and itinerary.
• Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha or Moshi to Machame Gate and back.
• Accommodation:
• Two nights in a hotel in Arusha or Moshi (before and after the climb).
• Tented accommodation on the mountain.
• Meals: All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and two breakfasts in the hotel.
• Guides and Porters:
• Experienced and licensed mountain guides.
• Porters to carry equipment and supplies.
• Cooks to prepare meals.
• Camping Equipment:
• Four-season mountain tents.
• Dining tent with tables and chairs.
• Sleeping mats.
• Safety Equipment:
• First aid kit.
• Emergency oxygen.
• Pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation levels.
• Park Fees: All Kilimanjaro National Park entry fees, camping fees, and rescue fees.
• Water: Treated and filtered water throughout the trek.
• Summit Certificates: Awarded to those who reach Uhuru Peak and Stella Point.

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Exclusions

• Flights: International and domestic flights.
• Visas: Tanzanian visa fees.
• Travel Insurance: Mandatory insurance covering high-altitude trekking.
• Personal Equipment: Sleeping bags, trekking poles, clothing, and personal gear.
• Meals: Lunch and dinner in Arusha or Moshi.
• Tips: Gratuities for guides, porters, and cooks.
• Optional Tours: Additional activities before or after the climb.

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Price & Rates

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Package Start From

• Moshi, Tanzania, Africa

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.

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