Mt. Kilimanjaro - Machame route, 9 days

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duration 9 days
tour type Private and Group
age requirement 12-69 yrs
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-25450
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Operated in English, Tanzanian

Starts Moshi, Tanzania
Ends Moshi, Tanzania

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HIGHLIGHTS

Reach Uhuru peak
Shira Plateau Panoramic Overview
Kibo and Mawenzi viewpoints
Lava Tower

The Machame Route up the famed Kilmanjaro, also known as “the Whiskey Route", offers a wide variety of views, landscapes, and experiences. Located on the southern slope of Mt Kilimanjaro, Machame Gate will lead you to the top of Kilimanjaro along the exciting footpath which starts in a tropical forest, then runs through all the climate zones and finishes with the Arctic desert in the summit area. This Machame option is highly recommended for those seeking good acclimatization. Success rates of this route are about 94-95%.

The starting point of the route, Machame Gate, is only a 20-minute drive from Aishi Machame Hotel, where you will stay before and after the trek. Camps along the trek are favorably located for a smooth and gradual acclimatization transition process. On the 3rd day, Machame Route converges with Lemosho and Umbwe routes at Barranco camp.

Book now for an exciting, climb up Kilmanjaro. We take care of everything from transportation to guides, gear, permits, and food during the trip.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Trek Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Day 4: Shira Camp to Lava Tower and Descent
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Day 7: Ascent to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Millennium Camp
Day 8: Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate
Day 9: Departure

WHAT'S INCLUDED

All transfers, including to/from airport, hotel(s) and trailhead
Accommodation at Aishi Machame Hotel prior to and after the trek (sharing a twin/double room, including breakfast)
Professional mountain crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing
Each participant will be provided with a porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage)
Kilimanjaro National Park permits & rescue fees
Camping/hut fees
Full-board meals during the climb. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of meat, fresh fruit, and vegetables; vegetarian, non-lactose, gluten-free options available.
First-aid kit, oxygen systems and pulse oximeters
Modern The North Face VE-25 tents (2 climbers share 1 tent)
Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (4 inches thick)
Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
International certificates for a successful ascent
Return transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

OPTIONAL ADDONS (Available during check-out)

Portable toilet
Portable shower
Private tent
Personal Porter Services
Extended meal plan
VIP Lounge at JRO (arrival)
VIP Lounge at JRO (departure)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Airline tickets
Visa Fees
Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb)
Personal gear
Tips for the mountain crew
Mountaineering insurance. You'll need special insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro which covers high-altitude trekking up to 6000 m

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 3 reviews

Thomas
From USA
On Jan 10 2024

5 - Excellent

Could not have been better!

I just finished a climb to Kilimanjaro through the Machame route with this local tour operator. The travel guide and his team cared perfectly for us—even on some rainy days. There was always hot tea on the way and a bed-bottle... Read more

Irina
From Russia
On Jan 02 2024

5 - Excellent

Best Experience Ever!

We made a tracking to the Kilimanjaro summit in January 2024. It was the best experience ever! Super professional company, best guides, porters, etc.Great, very warm service and food. Lead guide Stanford, second guide Osward, and... Read more

Eliot
On Dec 29 2023

5 - Excellent

If it wasn't for the tour operator I would not have summited

I spent about two weeks in Tanzania and did a private safari and Kilimanjaro hike with this tour operator. They helped plan everything and ensured that the trip went smoothly. The safari was incredible; my friend and I got to see... Read more

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