• Guided Climb to Mt. Kilimanjaro – J.M. Tours Ltd
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Overview.

The Machame route, also known as the Whisky Route is one of the most scenics and recommended routes on Kilimanjaro.  This route offers a wide variety of views, landscapes, and experiences. Located on the southern slope of Mt Kilimanjaro, Machame Gate will lead you to the top of Kilimanjaro along the exciting footpath which starts at the tropical forest, then runs through all the climate zones, and finishes with the Arctic desert in the summit 

The six-day Machame variation is a difficult route. In particular, day four combined with day five makes for a very hard schedule. Day four is a full day of hiking from Barranco to Barafu. Then after dinner and a partial night’s sleep, the very long and strenuous summit day begins around midnight. 

Highlights: 

  • 1 day in Moshi before the climb
  • 6 days Kilimanjaro Climbing
  • Panoramic view during the climb
  • 1-day accommodation after the hike
  • Transport to and from the airport

1

Day: Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Moshi

Welcome to Tanzania!

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International airport (JRO) and meet our driver-guide. Drive to Moshi which is approximately 45-minutes of driving. You will meet our team members for briefing and getting to know your guides. Checking for your climbing gear. Then to be served an overnight  

  • Main destination: Moshi (town)
  • Accommodation: WeruWeru River Lodge (mid-range accommodation in Moshi)
  • Meal and drinks: Drinking Water

2

Day: Hotel to Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft Distance: 11 km|7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest 

Departing from Moshi a 45-minute drive will take you through the Village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Camping 
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

3

Day: Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp 

Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km| 3 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Heath 

After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, we emerge from the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. Temperatures begin to drop.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Camping 
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

4

Day: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco camp

Elevation: 12,500ft to 13,000ft Distance: 7 km | 4 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp Habitat: Alpine Desert 

Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization. From Shira Plateau we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the Kibo peak before we then continue, South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower, we come to a second junction, which leads to the Arrow Glacier. We then continue to descend overnight at Barranco Camp.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Camping (mid-range accommodation)
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

5

Day: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Elevation: 13,000 ft to 15,331 ft Distance: 9 km | 5 miles Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert / stone screen.

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, After breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up to the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects, with the Mweka Trail. This is one of the most impressive days to see the power, agility, and strength of your crew zip over this wall with what appears such ease. We continue up toward Barafu Camp, and once reached you have now completed the South Circuit, which offers a variety of breathtaking views of the summit from many different angles. An early dinner and rest as we prepare for summit night.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Camping 
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

6

Day: Crater Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka camp

Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,345 ft Distance: 5 km | 3 miles Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Arctic 

Very early in the morning (around midnight 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft – Distance: 12 km | 7 miles – Hiking Time: 4 hours – Habitat: Rain Forest

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Camping (mid-range accommodation)
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

7

Day: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km | 6 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest 

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle with a driver will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the Lodge.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: WeruWeru River Lodge (mid-range accommodation in Moshi)
  • Meal and drinks: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

8

Day: Moshi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight- After breakfast and lunch, you may have time to do the shopping for the souvenir before you take your Outbound flight.

  • Main destination: Kilimanjaro International airport
  • Accommodation: Non
  • Meal and drinks: Breakfast, and drinking water

Important to Know

The rates shown – based for adult
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
If there is child travel – Please fill the form and specify the age

Rates Per person

Travel Dates

All Year Round

1 People 

1 Room

2,994

2 People

1 Room

2,449

3 People

1 Room

2,319

4 People

2 Room

2,182

5 People

2 Room

2,160

6 People

3 Room

2,150

7+ People

Rooms Category

Single room = 1 People
Double room = 2 People
Twin room = 2 People
Triple room = 3 People

The cost is Inclusive of the following

  • Pickup and drop off at Kilimanjaro International airport
  • 2 nights’ accommodation and meals in Moshi as an outline on the program 
  • Transport to the starting point and pick up from exit from Kilimanjaro
  • All park fees (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, rescue fees, and other fees collected by Tanzania National Parks)
  • Oxygen cylinder and ox meters
  • Complete medical kits
  • Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern-comfortable 4-season tents)
  • Comfortable sleeping mats
  • Equipment (dining tents, camping table, and chair, crockery, and cutlery) 
  • All meals on the hike (Includes energy-rich and high nutritious meals)
  • Fresh fruits during the hike
  • All drinks on the hike (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)
  • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides have 6+ years of successful mountaineering experience 
  • Professional Chef
  • Support crew (assistance guide and chef, camp master, and porters) 

The cost is Exclusive of the following

  • Airline tickets
  • Personal Mountain gear
  • Energy bars
  • Entry visa to Tanzania
  • Tip to the crew (it is now days expected and you can count $150 per climber)
  • Mountaineering insurance

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