Kilimanjaro Machame route

Safari summary

The 6 days Kilimanjaro Climbing Machame Route is renowned for its stunning scenery, diverse landscapes, and relatively high summit success rates, making it one of the most popular routes for climbing Kilimanjaro. Over the course of 6 days, trekkers traverse through lush rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and rocky terrain before reaching the iconic snow-capped summit of Uhuru Peak. What sets the Machame Route apart is its varied scenery and gradual altitude acclimatization, offering climbers a chance to experience the full spectrum of Kilimanjaro's ecosystems. Despite its popularity, the route maintains a sense of wilderness and adventure, with opportunities to spot unique flora and fauna along the way.
The Machame Route presents a moderate to challenging level of difficulty, requiring good physical fitness and mental determination. Altitude sickness can be a concern, particularly during the summit push, so climbers must acclimatize properly and listen to their guides' instructions. The route's success rate for reaching the summit is relatively high compared to some other routes, attributed to its gradual ascent profile, which aids in altitude acclimatization. However, climbers should still be prepared for the physical and mental demands of the trek, as well as the unpredictable weather conditions.
The best time to climb Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route is during the dry seasons, which typically occur from late June to October and from December to March. These months offer clearer skies, lower chances of rainfall, and more stable weather conditions, providing optimal climbing conditions and maximizing the chances of summit success. Additionally, the months of January and February are considered particularly favorable for climbing Kilimanjaro, as they coincide with the warmest temperatures and clearest views. However, climbers should be prepared for colder temperatures at higher altitudes, regardless of the time of year.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Bird watching—with professional guide
• Walking safari—with armed guard
• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver
• Tips and gratuities

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Internal flights
• International flights
• Laundry
• Spa treatments
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas