About this experience
Machame Route or the “whiskey route” is one of the most popular routes due to its picturesque views and varied landscapes. However, climbing through Machame Route is a bit difficult as compared to Marangu route. Even though the walk on the Machame route is steeper and longer, still the success rate is higher than the Marangu route.
Machame Route is not technically difficult, but the climb is more exhausting as it has many ups and downs crossing a chain of valleys and ridges. Therefore, the route is best suited for people with some hiking or trekking experiences and for those who love adventures. For first-timers the climbers, the route can be tiring.
Machame Route starts from the south, heading towards the east, navigating beneath the southern ice fields ahead of summiting. Usually, the minimum days to summit Kilimanjaro through this route is six, but seven days is recommended.
At a glance
- Duration: 168 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 168 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- 3 meals per day while treking vegetarian and non vegetarian
- English speaking guide mount guide and assistant guide
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Porters a max of 2 per client
- Hot water for Washing Purpose
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All park entrance fees and goverment levies
- 6 days nights accommodation in tents while trekking machame
- Pick up and drop off at the airport
- 2 way transfer from moshi to machame park gate return
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We offer pick up from your Moshi hotels
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Gracepatt Safaris
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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