7 Days Trek up via the Machame Route

7 days
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Start and end in Arusha
5.0
2 traveler reviews
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  • Row of camping tents set up on rocky terrain.
  • Group of local people and tourists posing in a rural area.
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Maasai African Guides and DMC Ltd
Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour
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Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian, French, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 20
Ages 16+

Highlights

  • Drive from Moshi to Machame village
  • Hike through the rainforest to Machame Camp
  • Ascend to Shira Camp across moorland
  • Climb to Lava Tower and descend to Barranco
  • Trek from Barranco Wall to Barafu Camp
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  1. Day 1
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  5. Day 5
  6. Day 6
  7. Day 7
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Maasai African Guides and DMC Ltd

4.8
(7 reviews)

Number of tours

13

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • 7 Days Trek up via the Machame Route reviewer 1
    · January 5th, 2025
    For the start, only charles.. And now we can continue.
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    Trip date: September 2024
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    · January 5th, 2025
    For the start, only charles.. And now we can continue. He is so professional, so nice, he know everything on the country, trees, animals... I dont think there is question that he dont have a good answer. He makes our honeymoon the base holiday! He is loyal and make feeling a lot of confidence in country in afrika. It feels like im in germany with the conference! If you ask me? Only charles!
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    Trip date: October 2024

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    Annette

    Asked on August 10th, 2024

    I planning to hike up kilimanjaro trail on beginning of January with my daughter and reach out a group to hiking tour so what about information of this hiking trail and quotation

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    • Maasai African Guides and DMC LtdOperator•Written August 2024

      We are pleased to inform you that there are available slots in the group departing on Monday, 6 January, 2025, and we are thrilled to confirm your booking for this unforgettable journey. As you gear up for this adventure, we recommend bringing the following items for the 7 Days Machame route trek: Clothing: Moisture-wicking base layers, Insulating layers, Waterproof and windproof jacket and pants, Hiking pants and shorts, Warm hat and gloves, Hiking socks and liners. Footwear: Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support, Comfortable camp shoes or sandals.

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    Vincent

    Asked on April 28th, 2023

    I was just wondering if I could have some more information about this hike as I was unable to find anything on your website. Are there any reviews I can see and how many people have signed up to this hike so far?

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    • Maasai African Guides and DMC LtdOperator•Written May 2023

      There are six established routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Shira, Rongai and Umbwe. The Machame route, also known as the Whisky Route is one of the most scenic and recommended routes on Kilimanjaro. Duration: 6 or 7 days. Difficulty: Medium. Scenery: Excellent. Traffic: High.

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