About this experience
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with the 7-Day Machame Route, one of the most popular and scenic paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This challenging yet rewarding trek offers hikers a diverse journey through lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and stunning ridgelines, leading to the majestic Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Known for its excellent acclimatization opportunities, the Machame Route increases your chances of summit success, while providing unforgettable views of Kilimanjaro's iconic landscapes. Perfect for both seasoned adventurers and first-time climbers, this trek is a must for anyone looking to conquer Kilimanjaro.
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
- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) & Basic first aid kit
- Return transfers Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi and Moshi to Kilimanjaro airport
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + Their Wages
Not included
- Flights and Visas
- Travel & Health Insurances (Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory)
- Gratuities
- items of personal nature
- Personal hiking/trekking gear–you opt to rent the gears from equipment stores in Moshi
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
- Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
- Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Kindly inform us of your spot (It may be a hotel, a restaurant, a bus stop etc.) and with our excellent knowledge of the region, we will reach you.
- Our Airport Pick-up Team always have a paper with your name on it; kindly observe right after coming out to spot her/him/them.
Languages and tickets
- German — Written
- Portuguese — Written
- English — Guide
- zh-CN — Written
- Italian — Written
- pl — Written
- French — Written
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PINNACLE TANZANIA
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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