7 Days Machame Route Kilimanjaro Climb

About This Tour

The 7-Day Machame Route, also known as the Whiskey Route, is one of the best routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It is scenic, challenging, and gives climbers a better acclimatization profile than shorter routes because it follows the important principle of “climb high, sleep low.” This route approaches Kilimanjaro from the south-west, passing through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and the arctic summit zone before descending through the Mweka Route.

Highlights

• Drive to Machame Gate
• Registration and permit processing
• Trek through rainforest
• Wildlife viewing (blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, birds)
• Trek through moorland
• Scenic views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro
• Trek to Lava Tower (4,630 m)
• Acclimatization climb high, sleep low
• Descend to Barranco Valley
• Scenic views of southern face of Kilimanjaro
• Africa's highest point — Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
• World's tallest free-standing mountain
• Five climate zones from rainforest to arctic
• Multiple route options for different abilities
• Stunning sunrise from the summit
• No technical climbing required

Inclusions

• Professional English-speaking guide
• All park entrance fees
• Game drives as per itinerary
• Meals as specified (FB)
• Bottled drinking water
• Airport transfers

Exclusions

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Visa fees
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses
• Optional activities