10 Best Kilimanjaro Machame route Multiday Tours in May 2026

7 Days Machame Route - May 2026

(1 review )

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Our guides (Peter and Daniel) amazing guides and very experienced. They checked our gear before the hike to ensure we had everything we needed. They monitored our heat rate and oxygen levels each night. They knew when we needed encouragement and went above and beyond to get all eight of us to the summit. The porters that carried our tents, food, etc were friendly and helpful. The local tour operator knows their stuff. We could not have done it without them. We highly recommend them if you are planning to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Camping

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,920

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Kilimanjaro – Machame Route & Serengeti Adventure - May 2026

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Kilimanjaro – Machame Route & Serengeti Adventure - May 2026

(8 reviews )

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Overall, this was the best trip I have ever taken. I have no complaints whatsoever about this tour. 10/10 recommend!

WildlifeTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arush

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Machame Camp, Shira Camp Two, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp, Mto Wa Mbu

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Duration13 days

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USD 5,899

USD 5,309

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USD 590

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7 Days Machame Route - May 2026

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Tanzania is home to the best and most exciting trekking adventure of Africa, the fascinating Mount Kilimanjaro, rising to a height of 5,895 meters. The mountain is the tallest in the continent and is also known as the rooftop of Africa. This tour takes you along the Machame Route, arguably the most scenic route to the top fo the mountain. The trek starts in a dense rainforest, makes way through giant heather zoons, continues onto moorlands and finally culminates in highland deserts. As a result, you get to see a vast variety of sights and attractions, unique wildlife and exotic birds, and some of the most beautiful scenes on the planet. Each night we will stay in mountain dome tents where you will enjoy meals prepared by our mountain camp chefs. You will be led by a local Tanzanian guide whose expertise and vast knowledge of the mountain you will notice as he explains fascinating details about the route, flora and fauna. He will also attend to the endless details that make a climb successful and will look out for your safety. One day before your climb, you will meet and greet with your mountain guide from Kanuth Adventure Safari for a breefing about the climb.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Tent

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, spanish

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

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USD 2,136

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6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking - Machame Route - May 2026

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The Machame route, also known as the “Whiskey” route, is now the most popular ascent route on Mt Kilimanjaro. Compared with the Marangu route, the walking days on the Machame route are longer and the walks are steeper. However, the scenery is spectacular and landscape interesting. The Machame route is considered a more challenging route, and is better suited for those with some hiking or backpacking experience. The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. Because it is a popular route there are increased numbers of trekkers. It approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field. Climbers sleep in supplied tents at designated campsites, and eat meals either outdoors (when it is warm outside and the sun is up) or inside a large dining tent, depending on weather conditions. Our staff will prepare all meals and set up and take down the tents. The Machame route is a highly successful route to the summit as you climb high and sleep lower because of position of the campsites. The climb high sleep low approach aids acclimatization and increases your chance of getting to the summit. After arrival at your accommodation in Moshi, you will have the opportunity to rest. Later there will be a meeting with the tour guides for a briefing about the trek and Mt Kilimanjaro. Importantly we also run an equipment check to ensure that every participant is as well prepared as possible. If you have any important gear missing, you can rent it from us.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Hut, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Barafu Hut, Mweka Camp

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,780

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7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing via Machame Route - May 2026

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Known as the Whiskey route, the Machame route is now the most popular route on the mountain. Compared with Marangu, the days in Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. The Machame route is considered a difficult route and is better suited for more adventurous folks and those with some hiking or backpacking experience as well as It is for physically fit people with some hiking experience. The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro's southern ice field.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Hut, Shira Hut, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,200

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Kilimanjaro Mountain Trekking 7-Days Machame Route - May 2026

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"It was incredible opportunity to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route with this travel operator. From start to finish, the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. I am thrilled to share my overwhelmingly positive review of their services. First and foremost, the professionalism and expertise of the entire the Kilimanjaro team were evident from the moment I made my initial inquiry. Their prompt and informative responses to all of my questions instilled confidence and excitement for the adventure ahead. They provided detailed information about the Machame Route, its highlights, challenges, and what to expect at each stage of the climb. Thanks FASA our guide for making our trek memorable. "

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Tent, Camping, Hut, Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 2,700

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Kilimanjaro - Machame Route - May 2026

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Also known as the “Whiskey” route, the Machame route is now the most popular ascent route on Mt Kilimanjaro. Compared with the Marangu route, the walking days on the Machame route are longer and the walks are steeper. However, the scenery is spectacular and landscape interesting. The Machame route is considered a difficult route, and is better suited for more adventurous trekkers and those with some hiking or backpacking experience. The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. However, due to its popularity there are increased numbers of trekkers, it loses some of its splendour. The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field. Climbers sleep in supplied tents at designated campsites, and eat meals either outdoors or inside a large dining tent, depending on weather conditions. Bless Africa Tours staff will prepare all meals and set up and take down the tents. The Machame route is a highly successful route to the summit as you climb high and sleep lower because of position of the campsites, which aids acclimatization. It also offers the opportunity to take an alternative route to the summit, either via Barafu camp or the less frequented and more difficult Western breach route. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, although seven days is recommended to make the walk more enjoyable and improve acclimatization. After arrival in Moshi and the hotel, there will be the opportunity to rest. Later there will be a meeting with the tour guide for a briefing about the trek and Mt Kilimanjaro and, very importantly, an equipment check.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Camping

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,900

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Mt. Kilimanjaro - Machame route, 9 days - May 2026

(3 reviews )

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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 all the team, you are the best. Thank you!

Climbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Tent, Hut

Age Range

12-69 yrs

Operated in

english, tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Millenium Camp, Mweka Gate

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,675

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Eight-Day Kilimanjaro: Machame Route - May 2026

(5 reviews )

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Climbing Kilimanjaro is challenging, but with this tour operator it felt safe, well cared for, and truly enjoyable. I couldn't t recommend them enough to anyone planning this adventure!

Climbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel

Age Range

7-85 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Crater Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration8 days

From

USD 2,270

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Kilimanjaro - machame route - May 2026

3.7

(3 reviews )

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Great experience with this tour operator. Organization was all perfect. Our head guide Filbert and his entire team were fantastic, they clearly knew what they were doing and that experience shone through the entire trek. Very professional, helpful, knowledgeable and competent.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Tent, Lodge, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,800

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Mt. Kilimanjaro - Machame Route | 8 Days - May 2026

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This route, with its steep passages and higher altitudes, offers you occasional views of Mount Meru, Shira Ridge and Kibo summit as you make your way through lush rainforest, moorland and alpine desert. The Machame Route, with its diverse landscape and fantastic views, offers a unique experience to test your will power, fitness finesse and mental strength. The route takes you through lush rainforest, where colobus monkeys roam, into heath and moorland, with its many ferns and ericas, until finally reaching the icy caps of the mountain top. Overnights on the Machame Route will be in tents. It is not difficulty to climb because you will be guided by our professional tour guide. Machame variation is the ideal schedule for this route. On the 7 day Machame route, the trek from Barranco to Barafu is broken up into two days, allowing for a short day just prior to the summit attempt. Normally March, April and May are the months with long rains and should be avoided. November is usually short rains but it is not often rains all the days so Climbing is possible. The best Months for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro are January, February and also August and September. July can be colder and November to December can be wet. The success rates with our guides are outstanding compared to the overall success rates for all climbers who attempt to reach the top

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Hut, Tent

Age Range

18-59 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arush

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arusha, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,760

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8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking: Machame Route - May 2026

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Machame Route (also known to as the "Whiskey Route") is the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro with high summit success rate. It rewards hikers with scenic splendors. From late afternoon sunsets at Shira to the misty revelations of Kibo at the great Barranco Wall, witness a scenic "slide show" as you trek to the top of the world's highest free-standing mountain. There is an added benefit to taking the Machame Route, as you are afforded the most valuable commodity on the mountain: acclimatization. The route takes you high to Lava Tower (4,630m) on Day 3 and brings you down by nearly 700m for an overnight at Barranco camp (3,950m). This is the secret to successful acclimatization. (Note: All your equipment and supplies are portered and a cook prepares all your meals. While the accommodation on the Marangu route is in huts, the Machame route offers strictly tents only accommodation.) See the itinerary section for more details about this tour.

ClimbingTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame, Shira Hut, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak, Mweka Gate

Duration8 days

From

USD 2,650

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6 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro Climbing + 2 Nights Stay - May 2026

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The most beautiful, but Technical, climbing skills required, is now often booked by many - a bit more expensive but worth it for frequent climbers. The climb involves crossing the breath rain forest and gives you an open view of the glacier when you reach the Shira Plateau situated in the middle of the moorlands. Day 1 - Airport - Hotel in Arusha B/B Day 2 - Transfers to Machame camp Day 3 - Shira camp {3,800m} Day 4 - Barranco camp {3950m} Day 5 - Barafu camp {4,900m} Day 6 - Summit {5,895m} - Mweka Camp Day 7 - Mweka Camp - Arusha town hotel B/B We provide all meals, head guide and assistant guide and porters and cook who will prepare all meals.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arush

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Arusha, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,790

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Kilimanjaro - Machame route - May 2026

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One the seven main routes used to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the Machame route is the most popular path. It is the route of choice for many people because it provides impressive views and a variety of habitats. About 50% of all climbers, and most seasoned climbers, choose the Machame route. The Machame route is also known as the Whiskey route, given its reputation for being a tough climb, in contrast to the easier Marangu route, which is known as the Coca Cola route. Unlike the gradual incline and hut accommodations found on the Marangu Route, the climbers on Machame hike steeper trails, for longer distances, while sleeping in tents. Despite it being a little more difficult it is highly recommended because it provides a fantastic trail and great views along the way. We are looking very to taking you on a trip of a lifetime.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hut, Tent, Camping, Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp, Mweka Gate

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,875

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