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7 Days 6 Nights Trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro Machame Route
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Tour Overview
The Machame route, also known as the Whiskey Route, is a classic Kilimanjaro trail. It’s one of the most popular routes to climb Kilimanjaro. We at Kisangara Tours Ltd organize hundreds of expeditions annually along this trail that starts in a beautiful tropical forest. The Machame route is available in 6- and 7-day variations, with the second offering a significantly better acclimatization profile and summit success rate. Machame 7 is a great route with amazing views suitable even for beginners. You will enjoy hiking through all five climatic zones of Kilimanjaro, scale the picturesque Barranco Wall, and marvel at the alien-looking Dendrosenecio kilimanjari – truly unique plants that are not found anywhere else in the world.
Many travelers want to know what the summit success rates for different Kilimanjaro trekking routes are. At Kisangara Tours Ltd, since 2014 we have been gathering precise data based on thousands of our Kilimanjaro climbs. Here are the summit success rates for our Machame route expeditions:
Machame 6 – Crater Rim: 92.0%, Uhuru Peak: 87.3%
Machame 7 – Crater Rim: 96.1%, Uhuru Peak: 93.1%
As you can see, the Machame route 7-day itinerary has a significantly higher summit success rate than its 6-day variation. In fact, Machame 7 is among the best itineraries for this metric. On the third day, it converges with the Lemosho and Umbwe routes, continuing to the summit as one route. Overall, it’s a great choice for both beginners and experienced trekkers.
Many operators boast high success rates, but it’s hard to know whether their numbers are trustworthy. At Kisangara Tours Ltd, our impressive summit success rates are due to several key reasons. We are proud to employ the best Kilimanjaro guides, porters, and other specialists in the region. The fact that we offer the best work conditions and salaries attracts top talent. Additionally, we go above and beyond to ensure that our clients have everything they need for smooth acclimatization. For example, we have more oxygen tanks than any other Kilimanjaro tour operator and comprehensive kits with a wide variety of medications. Moreover, our guides know how to spot and address symptoms of mountain sickness and will help you if any problem arises. Two compulsory medical checks each day for clients and mountain crew make our expeditions even safer and give you the best chances of reaching the summit.
Tour Highlights
- This is a mid-range camping tour.
- On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per group.
- If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 7 people to run.
- You can request changes to this tour.
- The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities and Transportation
- Getting around: hiking or trekking on foot
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
Itinerary
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet an Kisangara Tours Ltd representative, and transfer to the hotel under the rate. The hotel will provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay: cozy rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening there will be a briefing with our managers, who will also make sure you are ready to begin the climb. Private tour packages include shared airport transfers for your group. Extra charges will apply for additional individual transfers. To avoid extra costs, sync your group's arrival and departure times.
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Mid-Range camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Mid-Range camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Mid-Range camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Mid-Range Camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Don't forget that 90% of all accidents occur during the descent, including most broken arms and legs. Please pay attention to your feet, as there is a high risk of damaging your toenails.
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro (Uhuru Peak)
- Accommodation: Mid-Range Camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Budget Camping
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Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
- Main Destination: Either Moshi Town or Arusha City
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
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Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Drinks Water (Other drinks not included)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You'll be dropped off at the airport.