7 Days Kilimanjaro Luxury Trek – Machame Route
Introduction
The Machame Route, often referred to as the “Whiskey Route,” is one of the most scenic and popular paths up Mount Kilimanjaro. Known for its diverse landscapes, breathtaking views, and high summit success rate, the Machame Route is ideal for adventurers seeking both challenge and beauty.
This 7-day luxury trek with Lights on Africa, blends adventure with comfort. After exhilarating days on the mountain, you’ll retreat to carefully selected accommodations with upgraded tents, comfortable bedding, hot meals, and attentive service to make your climb an unforgettable experience.
We recommend you to bring gears like; smaller personal backpack, thick hiking socks, windproof/waterproof pants and jacket, heavy gloves, heavy winter jacket, water bottles, gaiters (covers top of boots and bottom of pants), hiking boots, larger backpack for clothes, cold weather sleeping bags, safari style hat protecting face and neck from sun, headlamp style flashlight, camera of course, dried fruit and energy bars, sun block, malaria pills, water purification tablets, inflatable pillows, your regular clothes.
Itineraries
- Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to a luxury lodge in Moshi.
- Pre-climb briefing and gear check with your mountain guide.
- Overnight at Luxury Hotel in Arusha.
- Gran Melia Arusha or Arusha Coffee Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m
- Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
- Terrain: Rainforest
Begin your journey through lush rainforest alive with birds and monkeys. Arrive at Machame Camp for your first night on the mountain.
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 3,000m to 3,840m
- Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
- Terrain: Moorland
Ascend through giant heathers and moorland with stunning views of Shira Plateau and Mount Meru in the distance.
- Accommodations: Kilimanjaro CampingMeals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 3,840m to 3,960m (via 4,600m Lava Tower)
- Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
- Terrain: Alpine Desert
Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend into Barranco Valley surrounded by towering cliffs and the iconic Barranco Wall.
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 3,960m to 4,035m
- Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
- Terrain: Alpine Desert
Climb the Barranco Wall for thrilling views, then trek across ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp.
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 4,035m to 4,640m
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Terrain: Alpine Desert
A shorter day to conserve energy. Prepare for the summit push at Barafu Camp, resting early after an early dinner.
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 4,640m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak), then descend to 3,100m
- Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
- Terrain: Glacial & Alpine Desert
Start at midnight for the toughest but most rewarding part of the trek. Reach Uhuru Peak, the “Roof of Africa,” as the sun rises. After celebrations and photos, descend to Mweka Camp.
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Terrain: Rainforest
Enjoy your final trek down to the gate. Receive summit certificates and transfer back to Arusha for a well-deserved luxury stay.
Accommodations: Luxury Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you have a dayroom to pack, freshen up, and get ready for your flight home or your onward adventures in East Africa.
You can add wildlife Safari to Zanzibar beaches for this Climb- Please contact us for booking and extension.
PRICE: Per person sharing
| 1 Person | US$ ASK |
| 2 People | US$ ASK |
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| 4 People | US$ ASK |
| 5 People | US$ ASK |
| 6 +People | US$ ASK |
PRICE INCLUDES
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VIP Meet & Assist on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
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All transfers to and from the airport and mountain gates
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2 nights luxury lodge accommodation (before and after the trek, bed & breakfast)
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Luxury camping setup on the mountain:
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Spacious walk-in sleeping tents with comfortable mattresses, pillows & bedding
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Private portable toilet tent
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Dining tent with tables, chairs, and lighting
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Professional English-speaking mountain guides, certified by Kilimanjaro National Park
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Support crew including cooks, porters, and waiter service
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All park entrance fees, camping fees, and rescue fees
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Daily meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
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Bottled water, tea, coffee, and juices throughout the trek
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Oxygen cylinder and pulse oximeter for altitude monitoring
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Emergency evacuation if required
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Summit certificates (for successful climbers)
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Luggage transfer by porters (up to 15 kg per climber)
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PRICE EXCLUDES:
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International flights to/from Tanzania
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Tanzania entry visa & travel insurance
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Personal trekking gear (clothing, boots, sleeping bag, poles, etc.) – available for rent if needed
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Additional hotel stays before/after trek beyond the package
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Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, and cook (customary & highly appreciated)
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Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks not included in the trek
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Any personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs, etc.)
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Optional single-room or single-tent supplement
Highlights
- Follow one of the most beautiful and scenic Kilimanjaro routes.
- Trek through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and summit glaciers.
- Luxury camping with spacious tents, comfortable bedding, and private toilets.
- Professional mountain crew, private chef, and personalized service.
- A carefully paced itinerary to maximize acclimatization and summit success.
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