Machame Route has a nick name “Whiskey Route”, and despite the fact that is relatively short, it is not easy to climb. It is not technically difficult, but it is pretty strenuous, with many steep trails that require extra strength and physical condition to pass.
But, Machame is very rewarding route, with spectacular sceneries such are Lava Tower, Barranco Wall, Shira Plateu which is why this route is considered the most scenic one.
Kilimanjaro’s famous but rarely visited Crater Camp is located at 5790M on Kibo’s crater rim next to the Furtwrangler glacier, a short walk from Uhuru Peak. It is one of the most spectacular places on earth. The Crater Camp is set in alien environment of soft sand and vertical glaciers with excellent views of the ice walls of the Furtwangler Glacier the Reusch Crater and ash pit. Getting to the Crater Camp incurs considerable extra cost when compared to the more conventional treks on Kilimanjaro because of the extra work our porters have to undertake to carry food and camping equipment to such high altitude. A night at the Crater Camp can be added to any of our Kilimanjaro programs, it will be the highlight of your ascent of the mountain…….and possibly you’re entire life.
The route starts at Machame Gate, and thru the beautiful rainforest, heading West around Kibo. There are 6 and 7 day options to trek this route, but note that the shorter one does not include acclimatization day to get used to the high altitude conditions. Machame is also the route where you spend the nights in tents, and requires a lot of strengths to complete. Descend is at Mweka gate.
Elevation: From 1800 metres to 3000 metres
Trekking distance: 11 kilometres
Trek time: 5 to 7 hours
Environment: Montane forest
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 3000 metres to 3850 metres
Trekking distance: 9 kilometres
Trek time: 4 to 6 hours
Environment: Moorland
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 3850 metres to 3950 metres
Highest point: 4600 metres (Lava Tower)
Trekking distance: 12 kilometres
Trek time: 6-7 hours
Environment: Semi-desert
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 3950 metres to 3930 metres
Highest Point: Great Barranco Wall
Trekking distance: 7 kilometres
Trek time: Around 4 hours
Environment: Alpine desert
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 3930 metres to 4600 metres
Trekking distance: 6 kilometres
Trek time: Around 3 hours
Environment: Alpine desert
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 4600 metres to 5730 metres
Highest point: 5895 metres (Uhuru Peak)
Trekking distance: 8 kilometres
Trek time: 7 to 8 hours
Environment: Alpine desert
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 5730 metres to 3100 metres
Trekking distance: 12 kilometres
Trek time: 6 to 8 hours
Environment: Ice-capped summit, stone scree and moorland
Meal Plan : Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Elevation: From 3100 metres to 1800 metres
Trekking distance: 8 kilometres
Trek time: 3 to 4 hours
Environment: Montane forest
Meal Plan : Breakfast
Included
Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation in Moshi Town
Full board accommodation on the mountain
All park fees
Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables)
Oxygen cylinder – only for emergency
English speaking guide
Mountain crew (cook and porters)
First aid kit and pulse oximeter
Bottled drinking
Mentioned transfers
Excluded
Sleeping bags
Gratuities
Beverage
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Flight
Laundry
All meals and drinks in Moshi town
PRICE
The price is $3850 per person for Private Climb.