Machame Route and Ngorongoro
8 days—Plan an 8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari with a seven-day Kilimanjaro climb, crater game drive, flexible lodging, and private
$2250-3800 USD
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Safari summary
8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari
8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari is a Tanzania adventure combining a seven-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Machame Route with a wildlife game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. It suits travelers seeking mountain trekking, spectacular scenery, and African wildlife in one carefully planned holiday.
PACKAGE BREAKDOWN: 7 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route with Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip Safari.
This combination brings together the challenge of reaching Africa’s highest peak and the opportunity to observe wildlife in a remarkable volcanic landscape.
Quick Package Overview: 8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights, subject to itinerary confirmation
Price: USD 2,250–3,800 per person
Tour type: Private or group-sharing options
Mountain: Mount Kilimanjaro
Trekking route: Seven-day Machame Route
Safari: One-day Ngorongoro Crater game drive
Accommodation: Mountain camping and budget, mid-range, or luxury safari lodges or hotels in Mto wa Mbu or Karatu, subject to selection
Starting and ending points: Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar, subject to arrangements
Activities: Mountain hiking and wildlife viewing with English-, Spanish-, German-, or Italian-speaking guides, subject to availability
Flights: International flights are excluded.
Transfers: Airport transfers and additional hotel nights can be arranged.
Important itinerary note: Seven trekking days, a separate crater safari, arrival, and departure cannot all fit into eight calendar days. The exact schedule and accommodation nights must be confirmed before booking.
Why Choose 8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari?
Combining Kilimanjaro and Ngorongoro allows you to enjoy two distinct sides of Tanzania. The Machame Route passes through changing mountain environments, while the crater safari offers opportunities to see wildlife across open grasslands, wetlands, and woodland.
The seven-day climb provides more time on the mountain than shorter trekking itineraries, although summit success cannot be guaranteed. Its changing elevations support acclimatization, with some sections allowing a climb-high, sleep-low approach.
After trekking, a safari adds a wildlife-focused part to your holiday without requiring a separate extended safari itinerary.
Destinations in the 8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Mount Kilimanjaro and Machame Route
Mount Kilimanjaro rises to 5,895m at Uhuru Peak. The Machame Route is known for its varied scenery, passing through rainforest, moorland, rocky valleys, and alpine desert. Its seven-day profile offers valuable time for acclimatization, but altitude sickness remains possible.
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is a major wildlife destination within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Its diverse habitats support animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and wildebeest. Wildlife sightings vary with season, conditions, and animal movements.
Price: 8 Days Machame Route And Ngorongoro Crater Safari
The estimated package range is USD 2,250–3,800 per person. The final quotation depends on group size, private or shared travel, accommodation category, park fees, transport, and the services included.
Solo travelers can request an individual quotation. Contact us to confirm current availability, the exact itinerary, and the final price before making travel arrangements.
What Is Included in the Machame Route and Ngorongoro Safari?
Kilimanjaro inclusions
Arrival transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi.
Hotel accommodation in Moshi before the trek.
Kilimanjaro National Park fees.
Camping accommodation during the climb.
Meals and boiled drinking water during the trek.
Mountain guide or guides, cook, and support porters.
Emergency oxygen equipment for appropriate emergency use.
Transfers between Moshi and the Kilimanjaro trail gates.
Transfer from Moshi to Arusha.
Safari inclusions
Applicable safari park and conservation fees.
Safari driver and guide.
4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle.
Safari accommodation as confirmed in the quotation.
Meals and drinking water during the safari.
Arusha hotel accommodation before and after the safari, where confirmed.
Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport, subject to the agreed package.
Confirm the number of hotel nights, meals, and transfers in writing because the requested itinerary and eight-day duration require reconciliation.
What Is Not Included?
Unless specifically included in your quotation, budget for:
International and domestic flights.
Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking.
Tanzania visa fees.
Personal expenses and alcoholic beverages.
Personal trekking gear rental.
Tips for mountain guides, porters, cooks, and safari crew.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Moshi to Machame Gate to Machame
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 1,830m to approximately 3,100m | Distance: 11 km | Hiking: 5–7 hours | Habitat: Rainforest. Travel to Machame Gate for registration and begin ascending through dense forest, where the trail can be humid and muddy. Reach Machame Camp for dinner and overnight camping. Meal plan: Lunch and dinner.
Machame Camp
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 3,100m to 3,840m | Distance: 9 km | Hiking: 4–6 hours | Habitat: Moorland. Continue above the forest into open moorland, with expanding views across the mountain landscape. The ascent gains elevation steadily before reaching Shira Camp, where you rest and prepare for the next stage. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Shira Camp
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 3,840m to approximately 3,860m at camp | Distance: 15 km | Hiking: 5–7 hours | Habitat: Alpine and semi-desert terrain. Cross high-altitude terrain, generally passing the Lava Tower area before descending toward Barranco Camp. This climb-high, sleep-low profile can support acclimatization. Confirm the exact route and hiking schedule with your guide. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: Approximately 3,900m to 3,995m | Distance: 6 km | Hiking: 3.5–4 hours | Habitat: Moorland. Climb the Barranco Wall with guidance from your mountain crew, then traverse ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp. Take a steady pace, drink water regularly, and allow time for rest at camp. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Karanga Camp
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 3,995m to 4,673m | Distance: 4 km | Hiking: 3–4 hours | Habitat: Alpine desert. Ascend through increasingly sparse terrain to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit attempt. Rest, organize warm clothing and essential equipment, and follow your guide’s instructions before the demanding night ascent. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka
Kilimanjaro
Rising: Approximately 4,700m to 5,895m, descending to 3,090m | Distance: 6 km ascent and 13 km descent | Habitat: Arctic summit zone. Begin the summit attempt according to your guide’s schedule. Continue toward Uhuru Peak if conditions and your health permit, then descend to Mweka Camp. The summit outcome depends on individual fitness, altitude response, and weather. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Mweka
Mweka Camp to Machame to Arusha
Kilimanjaro
Descent: Approximately 3,090m to 1,680m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking: 3–4 hours | Habitat: Rainforest. Descend through forest to Machame Gate for the required exit procedures. Transfer to Moshi and continue to Arusha for your overnight stay. Confirm the transfer arrangements and allow sufficient recovery time. Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch.
Arusha
Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Kilimanjaro
Depart around 5:00–5:15 a.m.; the exact pickup time will be confirmed. The drive takes approximately four hours, depending on the starting point and road conditions. Enjoy a crater game drive looking for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife. Late afternoon, return to Arusha for dinner and overnight accommodation. Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch.
Arusha
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