Machame Route & Safari
9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari combines a 7-day climb with wildlife drives. Request your personalized Tanzania trip
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9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari
9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari is a Tanzania adventure combining a seven-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek with two days of wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. It brings together mountain scenery, high-altitude hiking, African wildlife, and varied landscapes in one itinerary.
Package Breakdown: 9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari
This package combines seven days on the Machame Route with one day in Tarangire and one day at Ngorongoro Crater. The mountain trek includes an additional acclimatization day compared with shorter variations. After the climb, enjoy a compact safari featuring elephants, other wildlife, and remarkable crater scenery.
Quick Package Overview
Duration: 9 days/8 nights, with an additional departure day if required
Price: USD 2,450–4,250 per person
Tour type: Private or group sharing, subject to availability
Kilimanjaro route: Seven-day Machame Route
Safari: One day in Tarangire and one day at Ngorongoro Crater
Starting and ending points: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar, subject to the confirmed itinerary
Accommodation: Mountain camping and budget, mid-range, or luxury safari lodges
Safari lodging: Mto wa Mbu or Karatu, depending on arrangements
Activities: Mountain hiking and guided wildlife game drives
Languages: English, Spanish, German, and Italian-speaking guides, subject to availability
Transfers: Airport transfers and additional Moshi or Arusha hotel nights can be arranged
Flights: International and domestic flights are not included unless explicitly agreed
Why Choose the 9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari?
The seven-day Machame itinerary provides time for gradual ascent and acclimatization, although summit success is never guaranteed. Its forest trails, moorlands, dramatic ridges, and alpine landscapes offer a varied mountain experience.
The safari adds two contrasting wildlife destinations without requiring the longer journey to the Serengeti. Tarangire is known for elephants and baobabs, while Ngorongoro offers a wildlife-rich crater environment. This combination suits travelers wanting both a major trekking challenge and a short northern Tanzania safari.Destinations in the 9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari
Mount Kilimanjaro and the Machame Route
Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest mountain and the main challenge of this trip. The Machame Route approaches the summit through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and high-altitude terrain. Camping along the route provides a close connection to the mountain environment.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is the safari's first wildlife destination, recognized for its elephants, baobab trees, and varied savannah habitats. Game drives offer opportunities to observe animals in their natural surroundings.
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater provides a contrasting safari landscape with concentrated wildlife viewing opportunities across its crater floor. Sightings vary with season and conditions, making a knowledgeable guide valuable.
Package Price: 9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari
The indicative price ranges from USD 2,450 to USD 4,250 per person. Your final quotation depends on group size, private or shared arrangements, accommodation standards, park fees, transport, guide services, and the inclusions selected. Solo travelers can request an individual quotation.
Contact us for current availability, a detailed price breakdown, and confirmation of what is covered before paying a deposit.
What Is Included in the 9 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route And Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari?
Kilimanjaro Trek Inclusions
Arrival transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi, as arranged
Hotel accommodation in Moshi before the climb
Kilimanjaro National Park fees
Camping accommodation during the trek
Meals and boiled drinking water during the climb
Mountain guide or guides, cook, and support porters
Emergency oxygen for appropriate emergency use
Transport between Moshi and the mountain gates
Transport from Moshi to Arusha
Safari Inclusions
Safari park fees for the confirmed itinerary
Safari driver and guide
4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle
Safari accommodation
Meals and drinking water during the safari
Arusha hotel accommodation before and after the safari, as specified in the quotation
Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport, when included in the confirmed arrangement
What Is Not Included?
Unless specifically stated in your quotation, the following are excluded:
International and domestic flights
Travel insurance and travel visa
Personal expenses and alcoholic beverages
Personal mountain 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 3,100m | Distance: 11 km | Hiking: 5–7 hours | Habitat: Rainforest Travel to Machame Gate for registration before entering the forest. Follow a steadily ascending trail beneath a dense canopy toward Machame Camp. The day's walk introduces the mountain environment and requires a comfortable pace. 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 rainforest into open moorland, where vegetation becomes more scattered and mountain views broaden. The ascent helps your body adjust to increasing altitude. Walk steadily and drink water regularly before arriving at Shira Camp. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Shira Camp
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 3,840m to approximately 3,860m | Distance: 15 km | Hiking: 5–7 hours | Habitat: Semi-desert Cross the high-altitude landscape toward the Lava Tower area before descending toward Barranco Camp, following the standard route when conditions permit. This climb-high, sleep-lower approach supports acclimatization. The terrain becomes rocky and increasingly dramatic. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 3,900m to 3,995m | Distance: 6 km | Hiking: 3.5–4 hours | Habitat: Moorland Climb the Barranco Wall with support from your mountain guides, then continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp. Although relatively short, the trail has uneven sections and requires careful footing. Rest and hydrate after arrival. 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 alpine terrain to Barafu Camp, the staging point for the summit attempt. Eat, hydrate, organize your equipment, and rest early. Your guide will explain the overnight departure and summit preparations. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 4,700m to 5,895m, descending to 3,090m | Distance: 6 km up and 13 km down | Hiking: 5–7 hours up and 5–6 hours down | Habitat: Arctic summit zone Begin the summit attempt at night, climbing toward Stella Point and Uhuru Peak as conditions allow. After celebrating your achievement, descend carefully through changing mountain terrain to Mweka Camp. This is a demanding day requiring stamina and close attention to your guide. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Mweka
Mweka Camp to Machame to Arusha
Kilimanjaro
Descent: 3,090m to approximately 1,680m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking: 3–4 hours | Habitat: Rainforest Descend through the forest to Mweka Gate for park formalities and your climb completion arrangements. Transfer to Moshi before continuing to Arusha for the night. Allow time for recovery after the summit.
Arusha
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
Depart around 7:00–8:00 am, with pickup time confirmed beforehand. The drive takes approximately two hours over 109 km, subject to conditions. Enjoy game drives for elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and other wildlife before traveling to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight accommodation. Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Arusha
Karatu to Ngorongoro and Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a guided game drive, seeking wildlife such as lions, buffalo, elephants, and rhinoceros when present. Exit through the Ngorongoro Gate and continue to Arusha, usually arriving around 5:30–6:30 pm, depending on conditions. Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch.
Arusha
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