The scenic Whiskey Route with rainforest, moorland, Barranco Wall, Barafu summit base, and Uhuru Peak.
Follow the main stages of this climb from arrival or park gate to summit and descent.
Open each day for trekking distance, habitat, overnight, and route details.
Drive from Arusha to Machame Gate, complete registration, and trek through lush rainforest to Machame Camp.
Elevation 1,640m to 2,835m | Distance 11 km | Hiking 5-7 hours | Overnight: Machame CampLeave the rainforest for moorland, climb rocky ridges, and reach the Shira Plateau with wide mountain views.
Elevation 2,835m to 3,810m | Distance 5 km | Hiking 4-6 hours | Overnight: Shira CampClimb high to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend into Barranco Valley for better altitude adjustment.
Elevation 3,810m to 4,630m to 3,976m | Distance 10 km | Hiking 6-8 hours | Overnight: Barranco CampClimb the famous Barranco Wall, cross ridges and valleys, and arrive at Karanga Camp for rest and acclimatization.
Elevation 3,976m to 3,995m | Distance 5 km | Hiking 4-5 hours | Overnight: Karanga CampAscend to Barafu Camp, the final base before summit night, then rest and prepare your gear.
Elevation 3,995m to 4,673m | Distance 4 km | Hiking 3-4 hours | Overnight: Barafu CampBegin around midnight, reach Stella Point and Uhuru Peak, then descend through Barafu toward Mweka Camp.
Elevation 4,673m to 5,895m to 3,070m | Distance 17 km | Hiking 10-15 hours | Overnight: Mweka CampDescend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, receive summit certificates, and transfer to Moshi or Arusha.
Elevation 3,070m to 1,640m | Distance 10 km | Hiking 3-4 hours
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