About this experience
Machame route begins from the south-western side of the mountain; the trail passes through some of the mountains finest features, including the cloud forest of Kilimanjaro’s southern plains, the dry and dusty Shira Plateau and the delightful groundsel-clad Barranco campsite. Furthermore, you have a choice of ascent routes to the summit, with the thrill-seekers opting for the daunting Western Breach route to the summit, while majority head for the lengthy, long winded climb up the Barafu trail, with the Rebmann glacier edging into your field of vision on your left as dawn breaks behind Mawenzi on your right. Furthermore, unlike Marangu route, on Machame route you don’t use the same path to descend as you took to climb up the mountain but instead you come down via the Mweka route, a steep but very pretty descent encompassing inhospitably dry mountain desert and lush lowland forest in a matter of a few hours
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
- Airport transfers from Kilimanjaro airport
- Emergency oxygen canister
- Drinking water for the entire climb
- One night accommodation here in Moshi before the climb and one night after the Kilimanjaro climb
- All government taxes
- All park fees (entry, camping and rescue fees).
- Breakfast
- Transport from the hotel in Moshi town to the starting point of Machame route and back
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday
- Pulse oximeter. A daily medical check up will be done every morning
Not included
- Tips for the team(Guides, assistant guide and porters)
- Personal mountain climbing gears and equipments.
- Flights and visa
- Alcoholic and soft drinks ,sodas
- Any additional night(s) in town
Itinerary and highlights
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Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kilimanjaro Vikings Adventures
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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