The Kilimanjaro Machame Route is one of the most popular and scenic trekking routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience for adventurers. Known as the "Whiskey Route," it is a more demanding path compared to the Maranga Route, but it compensates with stunning views, diverse landscapes, and the opportunity to experience various climatic zones.

The trek takes 7 days, starting in the rainforest and ascending through heath and moorland before reaching the alpine desert zone near the summit. Trekkers encounter breathtaking vistas of glaciers, lava towers, and expansive valleys. The Machame Route is favored for its higher success rate due to the gradual ascent, which helps with acclimatization, and its ability to provide a more immersive experience in the mountain's ecosystem. However, it also requires good physical fitness and preparation, as the trek involves long days of hiking with steep sections.

Please refer to Safety policy before signing up for this trek

Includes

• Park fees
• Taxes / VAT
• Rescue fees only. Medical insurance not covered. Helicopter rescue not covered
• Camping fees, Camping equipment
• Professional English speaking mountain guide, porters and cook
• Drinking water (On all days)
• Briefings
• Transport to and from starting point,

• Entry visa fee
• Flight ticket and airport departure tax
• Personal trekking gear and equipment, warm clothes, rain gears etc.
• High-risk medical insurance
• Hot drinks, Alcoholic beverages, Telephone calls and laundry
• Battery recharge, extra porters, shower etc during the trek
• Emergency rescue evacuation if needed (need to pay by your insurance).
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tourTips & Gratuities for trekking guide & porter (s) (guideline US$10.00 pp per day),

Trek Rating

What happens after I pay?

You will be directed to "Trek registration" you need to complete the registration, attach the passport copy and complete the health and indemnity declarations to complete the form. The last page will direct you to WhatsApp group link. Also check your email for a copy of itinerary and packing list.