About this experience
Our treks operate with qualified guides who have a minimum of 8 years of experience on the mountain. They are also certified for Wilderness first responder. They posses great knowledge about the mountain, fauna, flora and also about the health of the climber. We always make sure our climbers are healthy throughout the trek by having daily health checks, providing fresh nutritious meals and also special guidance by the guide is provided to ensure the climber reaches the top of Kilimanjaro successfully. All our climbs are equiped with emergency oxygen cylinder.
With our friendly dream team, who have been on the mountain more than 100 times, we know exactly what it takes for you to reach to the top of Kilimanjaro and we will provide all the guidance and support that is required to make sure you reach to the summit safely.
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
- Private transportation
- Daily dinner on the mountain is provided with freshly cooked by our expert chef
- All Fees and Taxes
- Daily freshly prepared breakfast on the mountain
- Mountain crew with experienced guides, chef, waiter and porters are on the trek
- Camping equipments such Private tents, Dining Tent, Tents for the crew, Tables, chairs, mattresses, cutlery and utensils are all included in the package
- Healthy lunch on all days on the mountain
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Pre and post hike accommodation in Moshi is available on request
Itinerary and highlights
Machame 7 days has a great success rate and is really attractive the Machame route is undoubtedly the busiest on the mountain. Over 7 days, you have a fantastic journey and a great chance of summiting successfully.
The climb begins at Machame Gate, at an altitude of 1800 metres, with an approach to the south west of the mountain. It passes through majestic rainforest on the first day, before continuing up the mountain to reach Shira Camp, where the Lemosho route joins from the west. From here you traverse the southern side of the mountain to Barranco via Lava Tower, and climb the Great Barranco Wall on your way to Barafu Camp. After reaching the summit, you will descend by the Mweka trail, rather than retracing your steps along the ascent route.
The Machame route is nicknamed the ‘Whiskey Route’ as it is considered more difficult than the ‘Coca Cola Route’, the nickname for the Marangu route. In reality, it is not more technically difficult, but is longer and in places steeper. The longer distance and the opportunity to ‘walk high, sleep low’ offer much better acclimatisation and as a result a very high success rate.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Once you are a the NMB Bank in town, take a right turn and head towards the local market or Kibo palace hotel. As you walk by, after 200 meters you will see the Leopard hotel on your left-hand side. That is our pickup point.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- ZAFS Tours
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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