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Mount Kilimanjaro 6 days – Machame route

About this experience

The Machame Route is approximately 62 km/ 37 miles from gate to gate. It is designed for physically fit people with some hiking experience, but plenty of the first-time trekkers use the route as well and do just fine. It is rated as one of Kilimanjaro's best routes and thus is recommended.

At a glance

  • Duration: 144 hr
  • Private experience

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Mount Kilimanjaro 6 days - Machame route
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour144 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 144 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

  • Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress) & Water for washing up daily
  • 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)
  • Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook

Not included

  • Visas, Flights, Health & Travel Insurances
  • Gratuities
  • Items of personal nature
  • Individual trekking gears
  • Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic Beverages
  • Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
  • Snacks, personal medicine and water purifying tablets

Itinerary and highlights

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • At the main gate of entrance

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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 144 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–11; Youth tickets: age 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 51+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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