About this experience
Known as the “Whiskey” route, the Machame route is now the most popular route on the mountain. Compared with Marangu, the days on 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. The route begins from the south, then heads east, traversing underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field before summiting. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, although seven days is recommended. The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. However, due to the heavy crowds, it loses some of its splendour.
At a glance
- Duration: 168 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 168 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Salaries for mountain crew as per guidelines set by Kilimanjaro National Park
- Basic first aid kit (for use in emergencies only)
- Return transfers Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi and Moshi to Kilimanjaro airport
- Lunch
- Hotel the night before and the night after the climb, with dinner and breakfast included
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid)
- Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook
- Fresh water for drinking & Hot Water for washing up daily
Not included
- Flight, Visas, Medical & Travel Insurances
- Gratuities
- Items of Personal Nature
- Personal hiking/trekking gear – we can rent some of the gear from our equipment store in Tanzania
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
- Snacks, personal medicine and water purifying tablets
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- At the main gate of Kilimanjaro national Park
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Intrepid Treks and Safaris
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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