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Summit
7-Day Kilimanjaro Climb — Machame Route
FromUS$2,290per person sharing
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- Duration7 days
- Travel styleGroup
- Group sizeMax 10 people
- AccommodationMid-range
- Start / endMoshi / Moshi
Overview
The scenic 'Whiskey' route to Uhuru Peak, with an extra day to acclimatise and experienced mountain crews.
Machame is the most scenic of Kilimanjaro’s classic routes, crossing rainforest, heath and the high alpine desert before the final climb to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres. Seven days give your body time to adjust to the altitude, which improves your chance of reaching the top.
You climb with qualified mountain guides, a cook and porters who are paid fairly and properly equipped. Group departures leave monthly; private climbs can start any day.
Highlights
- Stand on Uhuru Peak, 5,895 m
- Seven days for better acclimatisation
- Barranco Wall scramble
- Fair-paid, well-equipped porters
- Daily health checks by your guide
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame CampKilimanjaro
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (1,800 m) and hike through rainforest to camp.
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Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira CampKilimanjaro
Leave the forest behind and climb onto the Shira Plateau.
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Day 3
Lava Tower to Barranco CampKilimanjaro
Climb high to Lava Tower (4,600 m) and sleep lower at Barranco — the key acclimatisation day.
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Day 4
Barranco Wall to Karanga CampKilimanjaro
Scramble up the Barranco Wall and traverse to Karanga Valley.
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Day 5
Karanga to Barafu base campKilimanjaro
Short climb to base camp, early dinner and rest before the summit night.
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Day 6
Summit dayKilimanjaro
Midnight start to reach Stella Point at sunrise and Uhuru Peak soon after. Descend to Mweka Camp.
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Day 7
Descent to Mweka GateKilimanjaro – Moshi
Walk down through the rainforest, collect your summit certificate and transfer to Moshi.
B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner
Route map
Included
- Qualified mountain guides, cook and porters
- Park, camping and rescue fees
- All meals and treated drinking water on the mountain
- Quality mountain tents and sleeping mats
- Transfers between Moshi and the gates
- Emergency oxygen and pulse oximeter checks
Not included
- Flights and visas
- Travel insurance covering altitude
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Sleeping bag and personal gear (rental available)
- Hotel nights before and after the climb
Prices & seasons
| Rainy months (Apr–May, Nov) | US$2,090 per person sharing |
|---|---|
| Main season (Jun–Oct, Dec–Mar) | US$2,290 per person sharing |
Group-climb price per person. Private climbs from US$2,690 per person for two. Minimum age 10.
Children 3–11 pay 70% of the adult rate. Infants travel free.
Dates & availability
- 10 October 20262 places left
- 10 November 2026Sold out
- 10 December 2026Available
- 10 January 2027Available
- 10 February 2027Available
- 10 March 2027Available
Booking & cancellation
Book with a 30% deposit; the balance is due 45 days before travel. Cancel more than 60 days ahead for a refund minus bank fees. See the full terms for details. Booking terms
Questions about this trip
Do I need climbing experience?
No technical experience is needed, but good fitness and some multi-day hiking help a lot.
What is the success rate?
Success depends on fitness and altitude response. Seven-day routes give noticeably better odds than five- or six-day climbs.
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