The scenic 'Whiskey Route' through five climate zones in a faster 6-day itinerary.
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Style
- Trekking
- Country
- Tanzania
- Format
- Private
6 days · Trekking
At a glance
- 6
- Days
- 5
- Nights
- 5
- Places to stay
- Private
- Group
Where you'll stay
- Machame Camp
- Shira Camp
- Barranco Camp
- Barafu Camp
- Mweka Camp
Every day is flexible — we tune the pace, lodges and game drives to you.
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Drive to the park gate for permits, then hike through rainforest (5–6 hours, about 10.75 km) while your guide explains local flora and wildlife. The trail can be muddy and slippery; gaiters and poles are recommended. Elevation 1,811 m to 3,021 m.
Where you stay
Machame Camp (camping)
Meals
Full board (on the mountain)
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Emerge from the forest onto a steep rocky ridge through heath and moorland, then cross a river gorge to Shira Camp with views of Kibo. Elevation to 3,839 m (4–5 hours).
Where you stay
Shira Camp (camping)
Meals
Full board (on the mountain)
Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Continue east up a ridge to Lava Tower, the 'Shark's Tooth' (4,650 m), then descend to Barranco Camp (3,986 m). You end near your starting elevation, but this day is very important for acclimatization.
Where you stay
Barranco Camp (camping)
Meals
Full board (on the mountain)
Barranco Camp to Karanga to Barafu Camp
Climb the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and continue up to Barafu Camp (4,662 m), completing the South Circuit with views of the summit from many angles. Early dinner and rest before summit night.
Where you stay
Barafu Camp (camping)
Meals
Full board (on the mountain)
Summit Day: Barafu to Uhuru Peak, down to Mweka Camp
Start between midnight and 2 am, climbing between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers through heavy scree to Stella Point on the crater rim, where you are rewarded with sunrise, then on to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Descend via Barafu for lunch to Mweka Camp (about 3,100 m).
Where you stay
Mweka Camp (camping)
Meals
Full board (on the mountain)
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
After breakfast and a ceremony with your crew, descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate to receive your summit certificates, then transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch
Rates are in US dollars, per person sharing, based on the lodges in this itinerary. We'll confirm exact pricing for your dates and party.
Per person sharing
USD
Per person sharing, USD, 2022-23 rate; solo climber add-on $320, single-room supplement $280; subject to current government park fees at time of departure; includes park fees, guides, crew, camping gear, meals on the mountain, transfers and 2 nights B&B. Prices are guides and may change with season, availability and exchange rates. See our terms for payment and cancellation details.
Included
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide (Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified)
- Mountain crew of cook and porters in the right ratio for your group
- Pre- and post-climb accommodation (2 nights bed and breakfast)
- Airport transfers
- All meals on the mountain, drinking water
- All National Park and hut/camping fees, crew permits and VAT
- Fair and sustainable crew wages
- Transfers to and from the trek gate
- Complimentary emergency oxygen cylinder
- Portable private toilet and porter
- Quality imported camping equipment
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