Kilimanjaro climb by Machame (Whiskey) route.
Day 1
Arrival day.
Arriving at Kilimanjaro International airport (Tanzania). Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel in Moshi. Later in the afternoon we will have a team orientation and a gear check up. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Arriving at Kilimanjaro International airport (Tanzania). Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel in Moshi. Later in the afternoon we will have a team orientation and a gear check up. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the Northern Entrance of the Kilimanjaro National Park – the Machame Gate. After the park permits are arranged, and the crew is registered with the emergency service, we begin our climb through the tropical forest to the first checkpoint – Machame Camp (2980 m). Trek to the Machame Camp takes on average 5-6 hours, and it is a big part of the acclimatization process. On the way to camp you might meet monkeys. The camp will be organized by our guides before your arrival, and the cook will serve dinner and warm drinks. Overnight in cabins. There is a dining area, shower and toilet in the camp.
From Machame Gates to Machame Camp (2834 m).
Elevations: Machame Gates (1634 m) – Machame Camp (2834 m)
Trekking route distance: 10 km/ 6 miles
Duration of trekking: 5-6 hours
Elevations: Machame Gates (1634 m) – Machame Camp (2834 m)
Trekking route distance: 10 km/ 6 miles
Duration of trekking: 5-6 hours
Day 3
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll start our trek to the forest’s edge, which takes about an hour. Then, we’ll continue through moorland. Following a quick lunch and rest, we’ll ascend a rocky ridge to the Shira Plateau, where you’ll be treated with the views of Kilimanjaro’s impressive Western Breach and its stunning glaciers, sometimes adorned with large ice curtains. At this point, you’ll be west of Kibo, on the side of the mountain opposite the Marangu Route. After a short hike westward, we’ll arrive at the Shira campsite. The porters will prepare drinking and washing water before serving dinner. Expect colder temperatures at this exposed camp, with nights dropping below freezing. We’ll spend the night in the cabins.
From Machame (2834 m) to Shira Camp (3840 m).
Elevations gain: 1,000 m
Trekking route distance: 10 km
Duration of trekking: 5-6 hours
Elevations gain: 1,000 m
Trekking route distance: 10 km
Duration of trekking: 5-6 hours
Day 4
Acclimatization day. After breakfast, you’ll hike east along a steepening path, moving above the highest vegetation toward the imposing presence of Kilimanjaro. After several hours, you’ll traverse a rocky landscape to reach the notable Lava Tower, standing at 4,630 m (15,190 ft). This impressive remnant of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic past towers several hundred feet high, with the trail passing directly beneath it. For those feeling adventurous, there’s an option to scramble to the top of the tower.
Following a lunch break near Lava Tower, you’ll descend for two hours beneath the lower cliffs of the Western Breach and Breach Wall to reach Barranco Camp at 3,950 m (12,960 ft). This hike offers plenty of photo opportunities, especially if the cliffs are adorned with ice. Barranco Camp is nestled in a valley below the Breach and Great Barranco Walls, providing a stunning sunset as you wait for dinner. Remember to stay alert for any signs of altitude sickness during the day. Overnight will be in the cabins.
Following a lunch break near Lava Tower, you’ll descend for two hours beneath the lower cliffs of the Western Breach and Breach Wall to reach Barranco Camp at 3,950 m (12,960 ft). This hike offers plenty of photo opportunities, especially if the cliffs are adorned with ice. Barranco Camp is nestled in a valley below the Breach and Great Barranco Walls, providing a stunning sunset as you wait for dinner. Remember to stay alert for any signs of altitude sickness during the day. Overnight will be in the cabins.
From Shira Camp (3840 m) to Barranco Camp (3950 m)
Elevations: Shira Camp (3840 m) – Lava Tower (4630 m) – Barranco Camp (3950 m)
Trekking route distance: 15 km
Duration of trekking: 6-8 hours
Elevations: Shira Camp (3840 m) – Lava Tower (4630 m) – Barranco Camp (3950 m)
Trekking route distance: 15 km
Duration of trekking: 6-8 hours
Day 5
TREKKING FROM BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA CAMP.
You’ll begin your day with an early wake-up and breakfast before starting the ascent of Barranco Wall. We recommend leaving camp as early as possible to avoid the crowds from other groups. The hike up the gorge wall takes about an hour. Once you reach the top, you can take a break and snap photos in front of the Kibo volcano.
Next, we trek to Karanga Camp, which includes several ascents and descents. Don’t worry—our guides are skilled at finding the right pace for the group. Upon reaching the camp, you’ll be served a warm lunch. After a couple of hours, you’ll embark on an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp, gaining 200 meters in altitude before descending back to Karanga Camp.
You’ll begin your day with an early wake-up and breakfast before starting the ascent of Barranco Wall. We recommend leaving camp as early as possible to avoid the crowds from other groups. The hike up the gorge wall takes about an hour. Once you reach the top, you can take a break and snap photos in front of the Kibo volcano.
Next, we trek to Karanga Camp, which includes several ascents and descents. Don’t worry—our guides are skilled at finding the right pace for the group. Upon reaching the camp, you’ll be served a warm lunch. After a couple of hours, you’ll embark on an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp, gaining 200 meters in altitude before descending back to Karanga Camp.
Trekking from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp:
Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Trekking route distance: 5 km
Trekking time: 4–5 hours
Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Trekking route distance: 5 km
Trekking time: 4–5 hours
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours
Day 6
TREKKING FROM KARANGA CAMP TO BARAFU CAMP. After breakfast in the morning, we start climbing to Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), the starting point for your night ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Our team will have the camp prepared in advance, including tents and sleeping bags, allowing you to relax. Once you’ve regained your strength, you’ll undertake an acclimatization hike to the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and then return to Barafu Camp for a hot dinner. It’s best to spend the rest of the day resting and sleeping in preparation for the nighttime summit.
Trekking from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp:
Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Trekking route distance: 5 km
Trekking time: 4–5 hours
Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Trekking route distance: 5 km
Trekking time: 4–5 hours
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours
Day 7
SUMMIT DAY. Summit of Uhuru Peak (Main Summit 5,895 m) And Descent to Millennium Camp.
The summit attempt begins around midnight from Barafu Camp (4,640 m). While the trek is relatively straightforward, the thin mountain air can be challenging. To ensure safety, each pair of climbers will be accompanied by a guide who will monitor their condition throughout the climb. Once at the main summit, you’ll have the chance to explore the nearby glacier. We then descend back to Barafu Camp for two-hour rest and lunch, and after we begin a descent to Millennium Camp at 3,820 m.
The summit attempt begins around midnight from Barafu Camp (4,640 m). While the trek is relatively straightforward, the thin mountain air can be challenging. To ensure safety, each pair of climbers will be accompanied by a guide who will monitor their condition throughout the climb. Once at the main summit, you’ll have the chance to explore the nearby glacier. We then descend back to Barafu Camp for two-hour rest and lunch, and after we begin a descent to Millennium Camp at 3,820 m.
Altitude: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m)
Distance: 15.5 km
Time: 7–12 hrs
Distance: 15.5 km
Time: 7–12 hrs
Day 8
DESCENT FROM MILLENIUM CAMP TO MWEKA GATE.
Located much lower at the forest line, this last camp will provide you with a restful night’s sleep, especially after the achievement of reaching the summit. After breakfast, you’ll head back down to Mweka Gate at 1,650 m, marking the final point of your adventure. Upon arrival, you’ll have a brief celebration with the entire climbing team, and you’ll receive your climbing certificates at our office. Finally, you’ll be driven to the hotel for a well-deserved rest and a celebration dinner.
Located much lower at the forest line, this last camp will provide you with a restful night’s sleep, especially after the achievement of reaching the summit. After breakfast, you’ll head back down to Mweka Gate at 1,650 m, marking the final point of your adventure. Upon arrival, you’ll have a brief celebration with the entire climbing team, and you’ll receive your climbing certificates at our office. Finally, you’ll be driven to the hotel for a well-deserved rest and a celebration dinner.
Altitude: Millennium Camp (3,820 m) — Mweka Gate (1,650 m)
Distance: 12 km
Time: 4–5 hrs
Distance: 12 km
Time: 4–5 hrs
Day 9
DEPARTURE DAY.
Transfer to the airport. Departure from Tanzania.
Transfer to the airport. Departure from Tanzania.
PAYMENT POLICY
A deposit of $1,000 is due at time of registration to reserve a space on the expedition.
A full payment is due 60 days prior to the expedition start date.
CANCELATION POLICY
Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made less than 60 days prior to the scheduled date.
Date
Guides
Price
Group
Price includes
- All Tanzania transportation on scheduled dates
- Meeting at Transfer from and to the Airport (arrival and departure dates)
- Two nights hotel accommodation, double occupancy. Single room available for an additional charge (Bed and Breakfast)
- All group equipment
- National Park Entrance fees
- Climbing permits
- Porters, drivers, local guides, cook, servers
- All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinners and hot drinks
- Camping huts and tents at the high camp
- 7 Summits Club Super Guide and a legend in the world of Alpinism Alex Abramov
- Certificate and silver medal for the successful climb
- 7 Summits Club T-shirt and buff
- Celebration dinner after the climb
Price does not include
Detailed confirmation package will be sent upon booking.
- Round trip airfare to Arusha,Tanzania
- Tanzanian visa fees
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (transport, extra hotel nights, evacuation fees, etc)
- Any extensions before or after the specified itinerary (we are happy to help you plan these)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal gear/ personal gear rentals
- Optional single room accommodation (hotels only)
- Personal expenses
- Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities for the guides and porters
- Optional Safari Tour/ more details upon request
Additional services
Medical insurance for 7 days
70 USD
Sngl accommodation in a tent
200 USD
Sngl accommodation in hotel (2 nights)
130 USD
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro (5895m), Mountaineering
Trip overview
Moshi - Machame Gate - Shira Camp - Barranco Camp - Karanfa Camp - Barafu Camp - peak Ukhuru - Millenium Camp - Mweka Gate - Moshi
Why go there?
Mount Kilimanjaro, standing at 5,895 meters, is an extinct volcano featuring three distinct peaks: Kibo, Shira, and Mawenzi. As the highest mountain in Africa, it’s renowned as one of the most stunning locations on the planet. Nestled entirely within Tanzania, Kilimanjaro offers a unique experience for climbers.
This non-technical mountain is accessible to anyone in a good physical shape and with a bit of patience. There are several routes to the summit, each offering a diverse experience through lush rainforests, expansive moorlands, and breathtaking glaciers.
In addition to the climb, many visitors take advantage of the opportunity to explore nearby wildlife parks, making their trip a perfect combination of adventure and safari. Kilimanjaro is not only a challenging climb but also a journey through diverse ecosystems and stunning landscapes, making it a bucket-list destination for many. Plus, the chance to witness the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets from its slopes adds to the magic of the experience.
Kilimanjaro is the most accessible of the Seven Summits, making it the most popular choice for climbers. Our route features moderate slopes and comfortable huts equipped with dormitories and dining areas.
Why climb with us?
- 7 summits provides the best service and accommodation during the whole trip
- 7 Summits provides comfortable accommodation during the climb, comfortable huts equipped with dormitories and dining areas.
- 7 Summits has the most extensive experience in organizing commercial climbs and challenging high-altitude expeditions
- The highest success rate for summits
- Reliable and trusted local partners
- We offer 5% discounts for your next adventures with us
- We have the most experienced and qualified guides, including world- renowned mountaineers
