Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing - Machame Route in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing - Machame Route

Africa | Tanzania | Kilimanjaro

Machame route. 8 days total - 6 days / 5 nights on the mountain - Day 1: Arrive in Moshi. Day 2: Transfer to Machame gate to start your trek to reach Machame Hut at (3000mtrs). Day 3: Trek through open moorland to Shira Campsite (3840mtrs). Day 4: Leaving Shira you cross the Baranco Valley to reach Baranco Wall and on to Baranco Campsite (3900mtrs). Day 5: Hiking on the south circuit path via Karanga Valley to Barafu Campsite (4,600mtrs). Day 6: Begin summit ascent at midnight. Reach Stella Point in 5 to 6 hours, a further 1-2 hours hike to reach Uhuru peak (5700mtrs). After a short rest at the top you return to Barafu for breakfast before descending to Mweka Hut (3100mtrs). Day 7: This is an easy days hiking to the Mweka gate. Transfer you to your hotel for final overnight. Day 8: Depart

Duration: 8 Days

Pricing Information		Price
Price per personne (in US dollars.)		$1,480.00
Pricing and deposit policy: Price is per person. 50% of payment on booking confirms. Balance to reach the company account at least 14 days before start date. Cancellation 14 days before start date is subject to 30% deduction of total. Cancellation 7 days before incurs 50% deduction. No refund if cancelled within 3 days of start. Clients cover bank charges.

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Details

Tour Provider Information
A locally owned and run company with over 8 years experience. We offer a professional service for Mt Kilimanjaro climbing and wildlife safaris • Living and working in the shadow of Mt Kilimanjaro means we know this mountain and our many guests appreciate our expertise. Your safety is our priority. We provide English speaking local guides, great food, quality equipment, outstanding customer service and affordable adventure vacations. We can provide add-on adventure excursions - volcano hiking, wildlife and walking safaris, Zanzibar island.

This tour generally goes
Departures are at any time of the year and on any date.

This tour does not go
During the rainy season i.e. November, April and May the climbing on the lower slopes can be muddy and treacherous. Good equipment is essential.

Meeting place
Machame gate is the starting point for the climb.

Return point
Return to hotel.

Could you be picked up at your hotel? Yes

You will receive a Kili briefing by our guide at your hotel location on arrival or on the day before the climb. The briefing includes an equipment check and information on safety procedures.

Could you be brought back at your hotel? Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the transportation air conditioned? No
Is there shade available? No
Can I use US dollars to pay for small on-tour expenses? Yes
If requested ahead of time, can I be served a vegetarian meal? Yes

Restrictions

Age restriction: The minimum age is: 15 years old. The maximum age is: (no maximum)
This tour is not suitable for pregnant women.
This tour is not suitable for passengers with neck and back problems.
Should be reasonably fit. This climbing adventure is not suitable for children.
Check with your local health practitioner.

Languages available
English

What's included?
All entrance fees Breakfast Diner Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport.	All Equipment Lunch 1 night hotel accommodation B&B.

What's Extra?
Tips and Gratuities Hotel lunches and dinners	Alcoholic drinks & beer

What should you bring
Warm layer clothes 3/4 Season sleeping bag	Waterproof outerwear & boots

Accepted currencies
US Dollars

Transportation used
4x4 vehicle

Food and menu information
Our chefs serve 3 meals a day. Example: Breakfast e.g. sausage, eggs, porridge, fruit. Lunch e.g. lunch box with sandwiches, chicken, cake, fruit cake, juice or hot food e.g. spaghetti bolognaise (depending on the location). Dinner e.g. soup, vegetable curry, rice and chapatti, fruit salad • Vegetarians catered for. Hot drinks served with meals. Bottled and boiled/filtered water provided daily.

Extra Information
Discounts are available for group bookings. Any reasonably fit individual can climb Kilimanjaro. However, this is a high altitude mountain and we highly recommend clients talk to their health practitioner before booking. Long drop toilet facilities are available on Machame route. We also support Kilimanjaro Climbing on Marangu, Umbwe, Lemosho and Rongai routes.

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