Safari to Kilimanjaro - Machame Route


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From the roof of Africa to the floor of Ngorongoro

- Start
- Nairobi, Kenya
- End
- Moshi, Tanzania
- Meals
- 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners
- Transport
- Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle, Minibus
- Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (3 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (8 nights), Hotel (3 nights)
- Days
- 15
- Group size
- Min 1
- Ages
- Min 15
- ThemeOur themes categorise trips based on a common interest or activity, while showcasing the highlights of a destination.
- Overland, Walking & trekking, Wildlife
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Basix
- Physical ratingIndicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Why you'll love this trip
- Size up Mt Kilimanjaro on the incredible scenic Machame route, passing through cloud forest and moorland zones to the glaciated precipices of Kibo’s south face.
- Travel with experienced guides and porters. You'll be in great hands – with one guide for every two passengers – so all you’ll have to worry about is soaking up the scenery and keeping your footing!
- Explore the Serengeti National Park in depth with multiple game drives through this spectacular wildlife arena. Here, you’ll have the best chance to spot iconic African animals.
- Visit the Kimana Ranger Project and meet the dedicated men and women protecting Kimana Sanctuary, a vital area for migrating elephants. Hear their stories at the Ranger Training Academy and learn about the challenges they face in safeguarding wildlife.
- Hike easier knowing that while our porters are taking care of you, someone is looking out for them. We’re an official partner with the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project.
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners
Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle, Minibus
Camping (with facilities) (3 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (8 nights), Hotel (3 nights)
Is this trip right for you?
- Camping in the Serengeti National Park with no barriers between you and the animals is amazing, but it's important to heed the safety advice of your leader. You'll be briefed on arrival.
- This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of Africa's iconic animals. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page at intrepidtravel.com/africa/overland.
- As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
- A good level of fitness is required to join this trip. While the distances covered are not far, the effects of altitude will make it much harder than the usual uphill hike.
- To allow for your body to adjust to the altitude the going will be slow. The speed of the hiking may be much slower than you are use too. However, we have found that this slow speed allows your body’s reserve levels to remain higher plus also allows for your body to adjust to the altitude as you walk.
- Tried and tested all-purpose hiking equipment is required. Night-time temperatures can get very cold above 3500 m so warm clothing and sleeping bag is essential. Hiring of equipment/sleeping bag is also possible.
- Your safety comes first. All our guides and trek leaders have been trained by independent, UK-based medical specialists and are proficient in first aid. They also carry oxygen cylinders on all treks for emergency use.
- Be prepared for dusty and therefore dirty conditions. It can be tough going hiking for continuous days without a shower. A dust mask, wet wipes and face washer may become your best friends.
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. As this is a combination trip made up of two popular itineraries, the composition of your group and your leader may change.
3. Although no mountaineering experience is required, a good level of physical fitness is necessary. You must be comfortable walking 6-8 hours uphill per day.
4. Parts of your trip go above 2800 meters / 9200 feet, where it is common for travellers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude, regardless of your age, gender and fitness. Please refer to the Essential Trip Information for details.
5. Sleeping bags can be hired at no cost on the Kilimanjaro section of this trip. You will be required to provide your own sleeping bag for the first section of this trip (Days 1-8) or hire one at an additional cost.
6. An optional balloon safari in Serengeti National Park is possible on this itinerary. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited, and we recommend that you book in advance. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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