DAY 1
Arrival in Moshi/Arusha
Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel in Moshi/Arusha.
Attend a pre-climb briefing and equipment check with your guide.
Overnight at your hotel.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
StartsArusha
EndsArusha
◆7 Days◆Tanzania◆Tailor-made◆Arusha Start◆Arusha End
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SAFARI OVERVIEW7-Day Machame Route Trekking
The Machame Route, also known as the "Whiskey Route," is one of the most scenic and popular routes to the summit. It offers varied landscapes and a gradual acclimatization process.
DAY BY DAY
Your Itinerary
DAY 2
Moshi/Arusha to Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Elevation: 1,800m (Machame Gate) to 2,835m (Machame Camp)
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Begin trekking through the lush rainforest, encountering stunning flora and wildlife.
Overnight at Machame Camp, with dinner provided.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Elevation: 2,835m to 3,750m
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
Leave the rainforest behind and hike through moorland, enjoying views of Kibo Peak.
Overnight at Shira Camp with dinner.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 4
Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 3,750m to 4,630m (Lava Tower) and descent to 3,950m (Barranco Camp)
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
This day is critical for acclimatization. Reach Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp to adjust to the altitude.
Overnight at Barranco Camp with dinner.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 5
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (Optional) to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 3,950m to 4,640m
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Climb the Barranco Wall, a steep but rewarding section, and continue to Karanga Camp for lunch.
Proceed to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt.
Overnight at Barafu Camp with dinner.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,640m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) and descent to 3,080m (Mweka Camp)
Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Start the summit climb at midnight to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. Celebrate your achievement and descend to Mweka Camp for rest.
Overnight at Mweka Camp with dinner.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi/Arusha
Elevation: 3,080m to 1,650m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Complete the descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi/Arusha for celebration and relaxation.
