7-Day Kilimanjaro Climb — Machame Route
Machame Gate – Shira – Barranco – Barafu – Uhuru Peak – Mweka
- Group
- Mid-range
FromUS$2,290per person sharing
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Mountains
Overview
At 5,895 metres, Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing mountain in the world. You walk through five climate zones — farmland, rainforest, heath, alpine desert and arctic summit — on well-used routes that need no technical climbing.
The main challenge is altitude. Longer routes such as Machame (7 days) and Lemosho (8 days) give your body more time to adjust.
Highlights
- Sunrise from Uhuru Peak
- Barranco Wall scramble
- Five climate zones in one week
- Views over the clouds to Mount Meru
Seasons
Main seasons (Jan–Mar, Jun–Oct)
Drier trails and clearer summit mornings.
Rainy months (Apr–May, Nov)
Quieter, wetter and colder; experienced climbers only.
Questions about Mount Kilimanjaro
How fit do I need to be?
Comfortable with 5–7 hours of walking on consecutive days. Training hikes help.
What is the minimum age?
Ten years old on the day of the climb.
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Tailor-Made Tanzania Journey
Your choice of parks, mountain and coast
- Private
- Mid-range
FromUS$250per person / day
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Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Day Tour
Moshi – Materuni village – Moshi
- Group
- Budget
FromUS$65per person sharing
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Where to stay
Garden lodge
Kibo View Lodge
Moshi, at the foot of Kilimanjaro
A peaceful garden lodge outside Moshi with views of Kibo's snowy summit — the perfect night before and after your climb.
FromUS$140per room per night
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