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9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Bamba Trek (Machame Route)

Moshi, Tanzania
  • 9 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Moshi Bus Station Pick-Up & Drop-Off
    • Transportation to Starting Point of Trek
    • Transportation from Ending Point of Trek
    • 8 Nights Accommodation:
    • 2N Moshi
    • 6N Camping (Including All Camping Equipment and Sleeping Tents)
    • Purified Drinking Water During Trek
    • Park Fees
    • English Speaking Driver/Guide
    • Snacks
    • Bottled water
    • Dinner (7)
      Dinner
    • Lunch (6)
      Lunch
    • Breakfast (8)
      Breakfast
    • Airfare
    • Airport Transfers (available at an extra cost)
    • Other Meals & Drinks
    • Tips and Gratitude
    • Sleeping Bag
    • Personal Expenses
    • Optional Activities
    • Travelers Insurance (Available for purchase)
    • Airport Departure Tax

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point

    • Moshi Bus Stand
      J8XV+M3R, Tanzania

    Pickup details

    Moshi bus station

    Start time
    .9:00 am

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Moshi  Bus Station Pick-Up (D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Moshi

    18 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight in Moshi.

    Meals: Dinner

    Day 2

    Transfer to Machame Gate (1,790m) & Trek to Machame Camp (3,010m) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Kilimanjaro National Park

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Machame Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 3

    Trek to Shira Camp (3,845m) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Kilimanjaro National Park

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Shira Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4

    Trek to Barranco Camp (3,960) via Lava Tower (4,640) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Kilimanjaro National Park

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Barranco Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 5

    Trek to Karanga Camp (4,035m) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Mount Kilimanjaro

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Karanga Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 6

    Trek to Barafu Camp (4,600m) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Mount Kilimanjaro

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Barafu Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 7

    Trek to Uhuru Peak (5,896m) & to Millennium Camp (3,790m) (B/L/D)

    1 Stop

    1

    Mount Kilimanjaro

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at the Millennium Camp in Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 8

    Trek to Mweka Gate (1,630m) & Transfer to Moshi (B)

    1 Stop

    1

    Mount Kilimanjaro

    1 day Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight in Moshi.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 9

    Moshi Bus Station Drop-Off (B)

    1 Stop

    1

    Moshi

    18 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • The Machame Route, known as the whisky route of Mount Kilimanjaro, is more physically demanding than the Marangu one but there is less traffic and it is considered to be the most scenic route to the summit. The trek offers you an extra day to acclimatise to high altitude during your trek, increasing your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak. The overnights on Mount Kilimanjaro are spent camping in tents, which are carried and pitched by the accompanying porters.
    • Large soft-sided duffel bag, waterproof jacket, insulated jacket, soft/fleece jacket, long sleeve shirt, short sleeve shirt, waterproof pants, hiking pants, soft/fleece pants, shorts, long underwear, brimmed hat/sun protection hat, balaclava / warm hat, warm gloves, glove liners, waterproof hiking boots, 3-4 pairs of thick socks, gaiters, sunglasses, backpack cover, poncho, water bottle (Nalgene), camelback, lightweight towel, plastic bags, sleeping bag (4 seasons in one), sleeping bag liner, trekking poles, headlamp, sleeping mat, day pack, toiletries, sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent, first aid kit, sweets & energy bars, toilet paper, wet wipes, pencil & notebook, camera, extra batteries, passport, visa, insurance documents.
    • Machame Route is physically demanding and requires people with some trekking experience as tracks are strenuous.
    • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed.
    • Please note: Water on the mountain is filtered using Katadyn Filters, hence it is safe for drinking but purification tablets are still recommended.
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 1 review
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    From $3,067.00

    per person

    -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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