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8 Days Kilimanjaro Trek Machame Route

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192 hours

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This is probably the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro. The second most popular option among the climbers, Machame route, also known as “the Whiskey Route”, offers a wide variety of views, landscapes and experiences.

The accommodation on the way up and down is strictly camping (mobile tents) only. Camps along the trek are favorably located for smooth and gradual acclimatization transition process. On the 3rd day Machame Route converges with Lemosho and Umbwe at Barranco camp.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Arrival – Arusha

Accommodations

Overnight at Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Arusha

On your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport KIA with a code JRO, our guide will meet you and drive to your hotel in Arusha. You will get a chance for a briefing about your trek to Kilimanjaro and check on your pack list.

Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Machame Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

In the morning around 08:00 it will be a pickup time. Our guide will be at the hotel, ready to pick you up to the Kilimanjaro gate and start your trek. The drive from Arusha to the Machame Gate takes about 60 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp. Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft Distance: 11 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest

Admission Not Applicable
Day 3

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Shira Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

After waking up and having a breakfast our guide will take a lead for you to another camp. Leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira Camp. Elevation: 9,950 ft to 12,600 ft Distance: 5.3 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Heath & Moorland

Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Barranco Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

In the morning after waking up and having a breakfast our guide will take a lead for you to another camp. Continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization. Elevation: 12,600 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Semi Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft Distance: 3 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Semi Desert

Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Karanga Camp

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

In the morning after waking up and having a breakfast our guide will take a lead for you to another camp. Begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One steeper climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization. Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

Admission Not Applicable
Day 6

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Barafu Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

You will be waking up in the morning and having a breakfast, our guide will take a lead for you to another camp. Leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position. Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft Distance: 4 km/2 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

Admission Not Applicable
Day 7

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Accommodations

Overnight at Mweka Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

Waking up around midnight. Our guides will take a lead for you on the way to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, we make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Rain Forest

Admission Not Applicable
Day 8

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha

Accommodations

Overnight at Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha, 4-star hotel.

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Kilimanjaro National Park

On the last day, our guides will take a lead for the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka gate and drive us back to the hotel in Arusha. On the next day it will be a departure day. Depends on your flight departure time we will take you from your hotel and transfer to airport for a departure to your home or another destination.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Meals Plan, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

All group equipment

Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park

All Fees and Taxes

Complete medical kits

A certificate documenting your summit conquest

Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro

Two-night accommodation

Tips for guides, cook and porters

Dedicated support crew

Local, international airfares and departure taxes

International Travel insurance

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks

Personal Expenses

Pickup points

Kilimanjaro Airport

Tanzania

Options

8 Days Kilimanjaro Trek Machame Route

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Well organised and a great, friendly team

    Andy P,,Feb 17, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Tim and his team looked after us so well, everything was sorted for us and nothing was too much trouble. The safari which we tagged on at the end was fantastic, our driver was very knowledgeable and brought us to where he knew we would see the big 5

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  • Kilimanjaro climb

    P1923XNcarolinew,,Feb 14, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I had an absolutely amazing experience on Kilimanjaro with Tim and Kilimanjaro bucket list adventures. His team were amazing, I went with a group of 43 from Ireland, from the guides to the porters and the cooks, we were looked after superbly. With a group this size the logistics must have been testing, but Tim handled absolutely everything exceptionally. We also went on a 2 day safari afterwards, again a amazing experience. I cannot recommend this company highly enough.

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  • 7 day Machame route plus a day safari. Exceptional!!!

    Tipperarymartin,,Feb 9, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    An unforgettable Kilimanjaro & safari experience – exceptional from start to finish From start to finish, our experience with Tim and Kilimanjaro Bucket List Adventures was absolutely amazing. From the moment we were collected at the airport, we were treated like family and made to feel completely looked after. Everything ran perfectly throughout the trip. The organisation, support, and attention to detail were outstanding. The quality of the food on the mountain was unbelievable — honestly some of the best food we’ve had, especially considering we were climbing Kilimanjaro. It was consistently fresh, filling, and far beyond expectations. The entire team were exceptional. The guides, porters, and support crew were professional, kind, encouraging, and always smiling. They looked after us incredibly well on our seven-day Machame route climb. There were 43 of us on this trip, and every single person had nothing but positive things to say about Tim and his team — which really says it all. After the climb, we also completed a two-day safari to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and once again the experience was outstanding. Seeing the big cats up close, along with elephants and giraffes in their natural habitat, was something truly special and an experience we’ll never forget. It was the perfect way to finish an already unforgettable trip. I would recommend Tim and Kilimanjaro Bucket List Adventures to anyone thinking of climbing Kilimanjaro or doing a safari in Tanzania. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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  • Kilimanjaro Solo Trek

    L8036ARbrianp,,Jan 20, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Just came from Kilimanjaro in the 7 days Machame route. It was my first time in Africa and one of the best experience in my life. Everything was planned very well from Start to finish. Communication was top notch 24/7, Tim was highly responsive in answering all my question. I didn't expect all the services i get on the mountain, it was a world class from food, gears and team. Our guide Erick was professional and highly experienced.

  • The unforgettable Tanzania safari

    Noreen S,,Jan 11, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Tanzania safari with Kilimanjaro Bucketlist Expedition was an unforgettable experience, we were thrilled in every aspect. Tim was very helpful from start to finish in all the logistics and expertise. Our guide Godlisten was fantastic: very professional, competent, kind, always helpful. We were so lucky to see all the big 5 and other animals including Wildebeest, Zebras, Elephants, Lionesses with cubs, a memorable scene of the Leopard with prey on the tree. We had the chance to get to know and experience the Maasai tribe and the people, kind people. In the lodges we were received very well and we felt at home, the cuisine simple, but very delicate, especially good desserts, also excellent packed lunches provided during excursions. Highly recommended for those looking for an authentic safari and attention to detail.

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  • Unforgettable experience/ memory

    asifiwea2026,,Jan 6, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I was unforgettable experience with your guiders and the beautiful nature of mount Kilimanjaro. The feeling of being a part of a nature was a very good thing to experience.

  • An unforgettable hike that tested strengthened our bond,team working and intellectual life

    156suzanan,,Dec 4, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    On August i had an opportunity to hike Mount Kilimanjaro with my friend , which was a life-changing adventure. The experience tested our endurance, teamwork, and mental strength. We supported each other throughout the journey, faced altitude challenges, and celebrated reaching the summit together .The team was so supportive with our guider everything was just marvelous ,we had funny moments and learning as well

  • Clearly the right choice from start to finish.

    robc1234,,Nov 7, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    From the initial contact via email to the final goodbye at the airport, Tim and his team delivered. Always willing to answer questions, Tim was able to make trip details clear and in plain English. The support team: The 8-man crew assigned to me for the 8-day Lemosho route was super. Without this group of guides, cooks, and porters I dare say I would not have made the summit. Special shout out to Aniseth, (aka Barack/Eggman), the cook on the trek. Unbelievable meals on the mountain were cooked fresh everyday- and to my great surprise he managed to bake a cake on the mountain to celebrate my birthday - what a surprise that was. Then there was the porter crew of David, Francis,Steven,Robert (aka ToiletTent Man), James, and Prince. These guys were the crew that hauled and set up base camp and all the provisions for the team. The Guide: Last, but by no means the least, was Peter, the trekking guide with 100+ summits under his belt. A combination of guide, naturalist, bird and wildlife spotter, coach, listener, leader, and psychologist all wrapped in one. Endless energy, strength of two solid men, good communication skills, and knowledge of the mountain like the back of his hand combined with incredible trekking client observations skills, was the key to summit success for us. He and David (aka food runner/dedicated client needs support person), we’re invaluable on the last push up to Stella in the early hours of the morning light, and then great encouragers together as we pushed on to Uhuru peak a while later. The Food: Barak was a culinary artist with three hot cooked meals a day and hot coffee a s team whenever we needed it. I recall on one occasion he and David met us a good mile before we arrived at a base camp, just to bring us hot team after a long long set of hours of hiking. Almost there they said and gave us the full we needed to get us into camp. Of particular note were the soups and hot meals that were made on the mountain. The recipes were 5-star class and delivered hot every time. The accommodations: The rent was good sized abs wind proof. Easy to get in and out of and had an eating/front areas separately from the good sized sleeping quarters. They supplied a light and ample hot water at wash-up time before dinner and early in the morning. David was always up early with a warm cup of coffee and a good morning. The Lemosho trek: Definitely the way to go. Tim and Peter arranged for the last camp to be closer than usual so as to make the last push with good time. Notes: Night are cold. Definitely take 2 Nalgene bottles which the cook will be happy to fill with hot water for the nights stash in your sleeping bag. Define get a sleeping bag from your trekking company. They know what you will need. Bring a fleece liner. Bring hand warmers for summit night. Wear broken in boots. Be prepared to slide down the backside with poles and gators. Don’t overpack. Bring trekking snack food. Listen to your guide, listen to your body, stay positive, focus on the end goal, don’t sweat the small stuff, observe nature and God’s handiwork, be thankful for each new day, and above all pole pole.

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  • Well done Kilimanjaro Bucket List Expeditions

    jith3sh,,Aug 11, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Tim and his team did an outstanding job in supporting our group of eight to successfully complete our expedition to the summit of Kilimanjaro. From start to finish, Tim was available—whether during the climb itself, our safari to the Masai Mara that followed, or our explorations around Arusha. He also arranged excellent accommodations throughout the trip. Most of us had little to no experience trekking at such altitudes, yet we always felt we were in safe and capable hands. Our main guide, Sam, led the team with remarkable expertise and knowledge. Along the way, they provided delicious meals and comfortable tents, ensuring we were well taken care of. On summit day, the team went above and beyond—assisting the more exhausted members, even carrying our backpacks, which made reaching the summit far more manageable. We built a great rapport with the crew, and wonderful people like Saddam, Obama, Justin, and Idi made the journey not only safe but also incredibly fun. I am deeply grateful to each and every member of Tim’s team for giving us such a memorable journey to the top of Africa. I wholeheartedly recommend Bucket List Expedition to anyone planning to visit Kilimanjaro

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  • Bucket list is the best !!

    818harik,,Aug 3, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Timo and boys have done an excellent job, they helped make our dream come true with Kilimanjaro hike and safari trip post the hike. Bucket list / Tim is very trustworthy and honest person, you will never go wrong with him. You give him an ounce of trust , love and respect, bucket list will take you to next level. We were 8 boys trying to hike Kilimanjaro, we had a funtastic time!! Highly highly recommend bucket list !!

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