Kilimanjaro: Machame Route

8 Days | Tackle Tanzania's mighty mountain on a trekking adventure to Kilimanjaro

5 out of 5 based on 49 reviews submitted.
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Embark on an eight-day trip trekking the challenging Machame Route to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro – Africa's highest point. At high altitude, it's an epic journey through varied terrain of lowland forest and dry mountain desert. With local guides and porters making your hike that much easier, set up camp at night and soak up all the incredible scenery along the way. Then at the very top of Uhuru Peak, rising 5896 m above sea level, feel the exhilaration and sense of achievement as you marvel at the incredible views and consider what you’ve just accomplished. Congratulations – you’ve hit the peak of Kilimanjaro!

Trip overview

Map of Kilimanjaro: Machame Route including Tanzania, United Republic Of
Start
Moshi, Tanzania
Finish
Moshi, Tanzania
Theme
Walking & trekking
Destinations
Tanzania
Physical rating
Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Style
Basix
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
YKXA
This trip generates 14 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Size up mighty Mt Kilimanjaro from the lush tropical surrounds of Marangu, as you prepare to ascend the incredible mountain with the help of an experienced climber.
  • 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!
  • Soak up Kilimanjaro’s changing scenery – magnificent rainforests and high-alpine deserts to ice fields and vast glaciers – this is all on display as you tackle the trails to the top of Africa.
  • Catch a dazzling African sunrise from Stella Point on your way to summit Africa's highest mountain peak – definitely a rewarding experience after an early wake-up call!
  • Feel good knowing that you’re supporting an official partner of IMEC’s Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP). This means that all our climbs have been assessed and scored based on a number of criteria, all of which are designed to ensure the proper treatment of porters.

Is this trip right for you?
  • 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.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Map of Kilimanjaro: Machame Route including Tanzania, United Republic Of

Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners

Transport

Minibus

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (5 nights), Hotel (2 nights)

Activities
  • Mount Kilimanjaro - Trek Briefing
  • Mount Kilimanjaro - Complimentary equipment hire (sleeping bag and walking poles) - must be requested at time of booking
  • Fully catered trek including National Park entrance fees, climbing fee, tented camps & rescue services
  • Mount Kilimanjaro - Porterage of 1 bag (9kg/20lb max)
  • Mount Kilimanjaro - Return transfers from hotel to park gate
  • Mount Kilimanjaro - Emergency oxygen and comprehensive first aid kits
  • Moshi - Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project

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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. A Self-Assessment Form is required for this trip. Your booking agent will provide you with this form at time of booking to fill out before arrival.
3. Parts of your trip go above 2800 meters / 9200 feet where it is common for travelers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude.
4. Please arrange your flights to arrive at starting point hotel before 4pm on Day 1 in order to attend the very important pre-climb briefing and information session.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 49 reviews submitted.
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Nicholas · Traveled September 2024
This trip with intrepid, and our guides Mendelian and assistant guides Joshua and Selina (and amazing cook Asha) was fantastic, they made us feel safe at all times and we could have asked for a better trip up Mt Kilimanjaro
Review submitted 16 Sep 2024

Gísli Hrafn · Traveled September 2024
Fabulous trip with fabulous guides. Felt totally secure the whole time and guides very professional, respectful and responsible. Loved to see social and environmental responsibility in action with Intrepid.
Review submitted 15 Sep 2024

Indiana · Traveled September 2024
I just finished my second trip with Intrepid and I am so impressed with their great work. Strong company ethos were sustainability and respect towards culture and nature is evident. Great quality trips, I am excited to book more trips.
Review submitted 15 Sep 2024

Jonathan · Traveled August 2024
Without the exceptional leadership of Joshua Mlay I wouldn’t have been able to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. Another fantastic trip with Intrepid
Review submitted 02 Sep 2024

Emily · Traveled August 2024
It was an incredible experience and the guides and porters did a great job, really gave us all every chance to reach the summit (high success rate).
Review submitted 31 Aug 2024
Kilimanjaro: Machame Route
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EUR 3.120 €