Climb Kilimanjaro - Machame Route - 7 Days

Frequently asked questions

• Which airport do I fly into?

  You'll need to fly into Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, the former tends to be cheaper. We can help arrange and book flights, just contact our team.

• Where should I stay before the trek?

  We recommend you stay in the Salinero Hotel in Moshi, or very close by as the pre trip briefing and pick up on day 1 will be there. Airport transfers and pre and post trip nights here can be booked through us, just ask our team

• What's Included?

  Meals - Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 7, Dinners: 6. Accommodation: Sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations. . If you'd like to add accommodation before or after your adventure please contact our team. Activities: Trekking, Exploring Local Guide: Yes. This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

• What should I pack?

  A full packing list is included in the brochure which is free to download (there are buttons on this page, above the availability section:)

• How many people are in the groups?

  The group sizes are 1 to 20 people with most averaging between 5 and 10 people. Please check with our team for any specific departure date and we can provide more detail.

• Will I be affected by the altitude?

  Everyone feels the affects of lower oxygen levels but the majority of people just have to take it slowly and have minor symptoms. To keep the impact to a minimum we recommend arriving a couple of days before your climb, taking it slowly on the way up no matter how fit you are, keeping hydrated and avoiding alcohol until your celebrations back in Moshi!

• How high is the climb?

  The summit of mount Kilimanjaro is 5,895 meters.

• When is the best time to climb?

  Being near the equator the seasons are not extreme but clear skies, dry weather and how busy the route will all have an impact on your trip. January, February then July to October offer the best weather for climbing, but as a result also the most other people on the mountain! March, June and November are often a happy medium between low numbers and reasonable weather - it depends on your own preference.

• Do I require any vaccinations?

  Please consult with your GP or local travel clinic to check what they recommend for you specifically - Tanzania does require Yellow Fever vaccines for some arrivals. Many destinations currently require a full course of COVID vaccines, as this is updated regularly please check with your own foreign offices website.

• Do I need a visa?

  Most visitors from the UK, US, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Europe and NZ will require a tourist visa. Please check with your local government office.

• Is there mobile signal?

  There is intermittent signal on Kilimanjaro but this is often affected by weather and should not be relied upon. It is most common to get signal about once a day, and your guides will be able to advise you on where this is most likely.

• Can you cater to my diet?

  The vast majority of dietary requirements can be catered for but please let our team know in advance.

• Can I have a shower on Kili?

  It is possible to upgrade to have a hot shower tent -ask our team for current prices.

• What about the toilets?

  Don't worry, everyone was wondering! There are "long drop" public toilets at every campsite. Essentially, they are wooden structures built around a deep hole dug into the ground. There are no commodes in the public toilets. You can upgrade to include a toilet tent if you would prefer:) Private toilets consist of a plastic toilet and a privacy tent. Just ask our team for current prices

• Why choose the Machame route?

  Machame is one of our favourite routes, and also has one of the highest success rates as it approaches the peak slower, and allows the ascents and descents that allow the best acclimatisation. It doesn't take the same route back down after Barafu and is one of the best for its range of scenery.