Tour Features

For 6 Day Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via Machame Route is the popular and challenging trekking option. The Machame Route is known for its scenic beauty and diverse landscapes, offering a memorable experience for climbers. The Kilimanjaro climb Machame Route, often referred to as the “Whiskey Route” due to its more difficult nature compared to the “Coca-Cola Route” (Marangu Route), is a longer and more strenuous trek. It is recommended for climbers who have previous hiking or trekking experience and are comfortable with longer days of walking. Duration: The typical duration for the Kilimanjaro climb Machame Route is around 6 to 7 days, depending on the tour operator and the itinerary. This allows for proper acclimatization and increases the chances of reaching the summit successfully. However, this route requires that a person be in good shape to be able to tackle the challenging elevation gains and losses.

Budget tourThis budget tour includes camping and tented camps.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age requiredThe minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
TransportationThis tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Minivan, Bus, Walking.

Route & Activities

Tanzania

Tanzania flag
Start Point
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
End Point
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

Activities Included

TrekkingCamping

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
1
Machame Camp
All Meals Included
2
Shira Camp
All Meals Included
3
Barranco Camp
All Meals Included
4
Barafu Camp
All Meals Included
5
Mweka Hut
All Meals Included
6
Mvuli Hotel Arusha
All Meals Included
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day 1 - Arusha/ Moshi to Machame Gate - Machame Camp
    Elevation (ft): 5,400ft to 9,400ft Distance: 11 km Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest The drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Lower down, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Machame Camp

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 2 - Machame Camp to Shira Camp
    Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft Distance: 5 km Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Moorland The 6 Days Kilimanjaro climb Machame Route begins after breakfast, we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the little valley walking along a steep rocky ridge, covered with heather, until the ridge ends. The route now turns west onto a river gorge. Time for rest, dinner, and overnight at the Shira campsite.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Shira Camp

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 3 - Shira Camp - Lava Tower - Barranco Camp
    Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Semi Desert From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Barranco Camp

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 4 - Barranco Camp - Karanga Camp - Barafu Camp
    Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 15,000ft Distance: 9km Hiking Time: 8-10 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Barafu Camp

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 5 - Barafu Camp - Summit - Mweka Hut
    Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft) •Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent •Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent •Habitat: Arctic Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a north-westerly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all they way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Mweka Hut

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 6 - Day 6 Activity
    Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft •Distance: 10 km •Hiking Time: 3-4 hours •Habitat: Rain Forest Today is the end of Mount Kilimanjaro climb Machame Route package. After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). From the gate, you continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Mvuli Hotel Arusha

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)

Rates Per Person

Sep 27, 2023 - Dec 27, 2025

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$3,500
2 people (1 room)
$2,770
3 people (2 rooms)
$2,655
4 people (2 rooms)
$2,580
5+ people

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Offered By

Hazzes Adventure Ltd

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HAZZES ADVENTURE &SAFARI Overview. Hazzes Adventures and Safari is a tour company that specializes in providing unique and unforgettable safari experiences for its customers. Based in Arusha Tanzania, the company offers a range of safari tours in different countries in East Africa such as Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. The company’s mission is to provide its clients with the opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of African wildlife in its natural habitat while ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the trip. Hazzes Adventures employs experienced and knowledgeable guides who are passionate about wildlife and have an in-depth understanding of the local culture. The company’s safari tours include game drives, nature walks, bird watching, cultural tours, and other outdoor activities that give clients an authentic African experience. Hazzes Safari Adventures also offers customized tours to suit the specific needs and interests of its clients. The company is committed to responsible and sustainable tourism, and it works closely with local communities to ensure that its tours have a positive impact on the environment and the people in the areas they visit. Hazzes Adventures also supports conservation efforts and wildlife protection programs. Overall, Hazzes Safari Adventures is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable and authentic safari experience in Africa. If you join one of the Hazze Safaris, you get a unique experience of Tanzania where you get to experience Tanzania and Zanzibar both from the perspective of the tourist but also the everyday life and reality of the African. We start by visiting the Hope For Children Orphanage in Arusha . and continues with a visit to Masai family where no other tourists go. There you are welcomed as guests of the family and get to join in and experience everyday life as it is. We have our own chef who offers a delicious dinner in the evening and breakfast the next morning. Here we sleep in tents inside the family residence. Later in the evening, the young warriors and women of the village come and dance and sing in the glow of the campfire while some of the elders come and offer fresh freshly grilled goat meat! Here you get the unique opportunity to photograph in an environment that is not built for tourists. The next morning we get into our jeeps and begin our safari towards the world-famous large national parks. We visit Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire and possibly Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara.

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