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Whiskey Route

Machame Route
Kilimanjaro Climb

The Machame Route is one of the most popular and scenic routes on Kilimanjaro. Known as the "Whiskey Route" for the communal warmth and bonding at camps, it offers diverse terrain from rainforest to alpine desert and the dramatic Barranco Wall.

6-7 Days 95% Summit Rate Most Popular From $1,750

Quick Facts

Duration6-7 Days
Distance62 km
Elevation Gain3,782 m
DifficultyModerate
Success Rate95%
Price From$1,750
Best ForMost Trekkers

Why Choose the Machame Route?

The Machame Route is the most popular route for climbing Kilimanjaro. It offers the best balance of scenic variety, acclimatization opportunities, and the thrilling Barranco Wall scramble. It's often called the "Whiskey Route" because trekkers bond over stories and warmth at the evening camps.

Starting from Machame Gate on the southern side, you trek through lush rainforest, cross the vast Shira Plateau, and tackle the famous Barranco Wall — a fun and rewarding scramble with spectacular views. The route offers excellent opportunities to see glaciers, volcanic landscapes, and sweeping panoramas of the plains below.

The Machame Route is perfect for those who want a slightly shorter trek without sacrificing the acclimatization profile. The 7-day version gives an extra day for acclimatization, while the 6-day version suits those on a tighter schedule.

Route Highlights

Most popular route on Kilimanjaro
Famous Barranco Wall scramble
Diverse terrain — rainforest to desert
Spectacular glacier views
Great acclimatization profile
Social camp atmosphere

What's Included

Airport transfers
All park fees ($1,098)
WFR-certified guides
Porter service
All meals on mountain
Hotel accommodation
AMREF evacuation cover
Summit certificate

Quick Facts

Duration6-7 Days
Distance62 km
DifficultyModerate
Success Rate95%
Price From$1,750
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Day by Day

Machame Route Itinerary

Day 1: Machame Gate (1,800m) → Machame Camp (3,000m)

Begin trek through lush rainforest. Ascend steeply with great views of the mountain. Camp in the heath zone.

Day 2: Machame Camp (3,000m) → Shira Camp (3,840m)

Climb through moorland zone. Open landscape with giant lobelias. Amazing views of Kibo and the cloud forest below.

Day 3: Shira Camp (3,840m) → Lava Tower (4,630m) → Barranco Camp (3,950m)

Key acclimatization day. Climb to the volcanic Lava Tower then descend to Barranco. "Climb high, sleep low."

Day 4: Barranco (3,950m) → Karanga Camp (4,000m)

Scale the famous Barranco Wall — a thrilling scramble with incredible views. Continue through alpine desert.

Day 5: Karanga (4,000m) → Barafu Camp (4,640m)

Climb to Barafu Camp, your summit base. Rest early for the midnight summit push.

Day 6: Barafu (4,640m) → Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Mweka (3,060m)

Summit Day! Depart at midnight. Watch the sunrise from the Roof of Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp.

Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,060m) → Mweka Gate (1,640m)

Final descent through rainforest. Receive summit certificate. Transfer to Moshi for celebration dinner.

Available Dates

Machame Route Group Departures

Choose from our confirmed departure dates. All trips are guaranteed to run.

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 03, 2026 → Jul 09, 2026 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 08, 2026 → Jul 13, 2026 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 12, 2026 → Jul 19, 2026 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Jul 15, 2026 → Jul 23, 2026 2 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 22, 2026 → Jul 29, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 23, 2026 → Jul 31, 2026 7 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 02, 2026 → Aug 08, 2026 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 09, 2026 → Aug 14, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Aug 16, 2026 → Aug 22, 2026 2 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 19, 2026 → Aug 26, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 23, 2026 → Aug 28, 2026 9 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 28, 2026 → Sep 05, 2026 9 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 04, 2026 → Sep 12, 2026 4 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 05, 2026 → Sep 10, 2026 8 seats left
$1,550
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 11, 2026 → Sep 19, 2026 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 12, 2026 → Sep 20, 2026 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 16, 2026 → Sep 23, 2026 4 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 01, 2026 → Oct 09, 2026 7 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 07, 2026 → Oct 14, 2026 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 10, 2026 → Oct 18, 2026 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 20, 2026 → Oct 27, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 23, 2026 → Oct 31, 2026 7 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Nov 08, 2026 → Nov 16, 2026 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Nov 14, 2026 → Nov 22, 2026 3 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Nov 22, 2026 → Nov 29, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Nov 25, 2026 → Dec 02, 2026 3 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 03, 2026 → Dec 10, 2026 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 08, 2026 → Dec 16, 2026 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 22, 2026 → Dec 29, 2026 5 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 26, 2026 → Jan 03, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jan 04, 2027 → Jan 12, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jan 06, 2027 → Jan 13, 2027 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Jan 09, 2027 → Jan 17, 2027 2 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jan 13, 2027 → Jan 20, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Jan 20, 2027 → Jan 27, 2027 2 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Feb 01, 2027 → Feb 09, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Feb 07, 2027 → Feb 14, 2027 5 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Feb 13, 2027 → Feb 21, 2027 4 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Feb 16, 2027 → Feb 24, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Feb 24, 2027 → Mar 03, 2027 2 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Mar 02, 2027 → Mar 09, 2027 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Mar 12, 2027 → Mar 20, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Few Seats Left
Mar 13, 2027 → Mar 21, 2027 2 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Mar 17, 2027 → Mar 24, 2027 4 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jun 03, 2027 → Jun 11, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jun 05, 2027 → Jun 12, 2027 5 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jun 10, 2027 → Jun 18, 2027 7 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jun 12, 2027 → Jun 19, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 03, 2027 → Jul 11, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 06, 2027 → Jul 13, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 09, 2027 → Jul 17, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 11, 2027 → Jul 18, 2027 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Jul 15, 2027 → Jul 23, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 03, 2027 → Aug 11, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 06, 2027 → Aug 13, 2027 5 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Aug 10, 2027 → Aug 18, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 01, 2027 → Sep 09, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 05, 2027 → Sep 12, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 09, 2027 → Sep 17, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 11, 2027 → Sep 18, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Sep 15, 2027 → Sep 22, 2027 7 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 01, 2027 → Oct 09, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 05, 2027 → Oct 12, 2027 5 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Oct 09, 2027 → Oct 17, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 03, 2027 → Dec 11, 2027 6 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 05, 2027 → Dec 12, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person

7 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 08, 2027 → Dec 16, 2027 5 seats left
$1,800
per person

6 Days Machame Route

Available
Dec 12, 2027 → Dec 19, 2027 6 seats left
$1,650
per person
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