8 Days Hike Machame Route

[wte_itinerary_downloader] Nicknamed the “Whiskey Route,” the Machame Route is one of the most scenic and popular ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. It is more demanding than Marangu, but rewards you with constantly changing landscapes and some of the best views on the mountain. Over eight days you climb from lush rainforest through moorland and alpine desert to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5,895m). The itinerary follows the proven “climb high, sleep low” approach, with a day up to Lava Tower (4,630m) before descending to Barranco Camp to help you acclimatise. Highlights Rainforest trails from Machame Gate Dramatic views of Shira Ridge and Kibo Peak Acclimatisation at Lava Tower (4,630m) The thrilling, non-technical Barranco Wall climb A midnight summit push via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak, then descent via Mweka Who it suits Fit, adventurous trekkers and photographers who want variety and a real sense of challenge. It is a camping route, fully supported by our guides, cooks and porters. See the full day-by-day itinerary below, or contact our team to plan your climb.