6-Day Kilimanjaro Hiking - Machame Route
The Experience
Daily Expedition Schedule
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Machame Gate, where you'll complete the park registration and meet your mountain crew for a pre-trek briefing. Your climb begins through the lush montane rainforest, passing towering trees, giant ferns, and vibrant vegetation. Keep an eye out for black-and-white colobus monkeys and colorful birdlife along the way. As you steadily ascend, the trail offers occasional glimpses of the surrounding landscape before arriving at Machame Camp (3,000m). Settle into camp, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and rest for your first night on Mount Kilimanjaro in preparation for the days ahead.
Hiking Details
Destinations Covered
Midrange Lodge and Tented Camps
Dining & Meals
Full Board Included
Pricing
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What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- All Kilimanjaro National Park entry and conservation fees
- One night's accommodation before the climb and one night after the climb
- Mountain camping accommodation throughout the trek (tents, shared basis)
- Breakfast at the hotel before and after the trek
- All meals during the climb (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Professional, experienced mountain guides
- Support team, including cooks and porters
- Rescue fees and emergency evacuation arrangements
- Government taxes and VAT
What's Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa (USD 50 per person, available on arrival or online)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs, etc.)
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Optional activities before or after the climb (such as a safari or Zanzibar extension)
- Tips for the mountain crew (recommended): Guides - USD 100, Cooks - USD 85, Porters - USD 50 per trip
Seasonal Pricing
Prices fluctuate based on the travel month. Peak seasons (Migration & Calving) may incur surge multipliers. Enquire below for an exact quote.
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