The Machame route is argueably the most scenic and probably the most beautiful route by which to ascend the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro. The trek begins in the south-west area of the mountain at Machame Gate and descends down Mweka, on the south-east side of the mountain thus offering climbers the most varied scenary of Kilimanjaro.

Additionally, Machame visits stunning places such as Shira Plateau, Barranco, and Lava Tower. Machame route is known as the "Whiskey Route" in comparison to Marangu because it is a more difficult route and trekkers sleep in camping tents as opposed to huts. Machame is the second most popular route on the mountain.

Nights are spent in 'mountain tents' sleeping two persons per tent (3 man tents, so there is space for your luggage). All your supplies and camping equipment are carried by porters and your meals are prepared. Machame is ideal for those who want a more difficult climb, and are confident in their ability to hike for long periods of time over somewhat steep terrain. The route takes six days minimum to complete, although seven days is recommended to increase the chances of summiting. The descent is down Mweka, on the south-east side of the mountain.

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi - Moshi
leave Nairobi at 8:00am drive through namanga boarder check in then proceed to Arusha further to moshi for Overnight in a hotel. 8hrs drive

Day 2: Moshi - Machame hut (9,840ft/3000m)
Drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate at yc Marangu for entry registration. Start the trek to Machame hut through thick rain forest. Have packed lunch on the way. Dinner and retire for the day.

Day 3: Machame hut - Shira hut (12,470ft/3800m)
Ascend to Shira Hut past the Shira plateau and through ridges and valleys. Stay here overnight.

Day 4: Shira hut - Barranco camp (12,960ft/3950m)
Head eastward to a junction where we continue to Lava Tower Campsite (14,760ft/4500m), then descend to Barranco camp thus allowing your body to adjust to altitude change. Take the day’s rest here.

Day 5: Barranco camp - Barafu camp (15,090ft/4600m)
Across the Karanga Valley and ascend to Barafu campsite. Have dinner and take the day’s rest ready for the hike to the summit.
Note: An extra day for acclimatization can be added by staying overnight at Karanga camp then proceed to Barafu camp the next day.

Day 6: Barafu camp-Summit(19,340ft/5895m)-Mweka
Start at mid-night for the Summit (Uhuru peak) arriving at sunrise. Descend back to Barafu for breakfast then further down to Mweka Hut. Have lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing.

Day 7: Mweka hut - Moshi
After Breakfast, descend to the park gate where a vehicle awaits to transfer you to Moshi for onward travel or catch flight

Bookings

Foreigner / Non Residents 

• 1- 2 pax =  1,900 USD
• 3 - 4 pax = 1,850 USD
• 5 - 7 = pax 1,800 USD
• 8 pax and above =  1,700 USD

East Africa Citizen Rates

• 1- 2 pax ksh 90,000
• 3 - 4 pax Ksh 80,000
• 5 - 7 & above pax Ksj 75 ,000