7 Days Machame Route Private tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 7 Days Machame Route Private tour worth booking?
7 Days Machame Route Private tour is a 168-hour experience in Moshi, Tanzania, from $2,150 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (5)
- Duration
- 168 hours
- From
- $2,150 per person
Machame route begins from the south-western side of the mountain; the trail passes through some of the mountains finest features, including the cloud forest of Kilimanjaro’s southern plains, the dry and dusty Shira Plateau and the delightful groundsel-clad Barranco campsite. Furthermore, you have a choice of ascent routes to the summit, with the thrill-seekers opting for the daunting Western Breach route to the summit, while majority head for the lengthy, long winded climb up the Barafu trail, with the Rebmann glacier edging into your field of vision on your left as dawn breaks behind Mawenzi on your right. Furthermore, unlike Marangu route, on Machame route you don’t use the same path to descend as you took to climb up the mountain but instead you come down via the Mweka route, a steep but very pretty descent encompassing inhospitably dry mountain desert and lush lowland forest in a matter of a few hours
What you get
About this experience
Machame route begins from the south-western side of the mountain; the trail passes through some of the mountains finest features, including the cloud forest of Kilimanjaro’s southern plains, the dry and dusty Shira Plateau and the delightful groundsel-clad Barranco campsite. Furthermore, you have a choice of ascent routes to the summit, with the thrill-seekers opting for the daunting Western Breach route to the summit, while majority head for the lengthy, long winded climb up the Barafu trail, with the Rebmann glacier edging into your field of vision on your left as dawn breaks behind Mawenzi on your right. Furthermore, unlike Marangu route, on Machame route you don’t use the same path to descend as you took to climb up the mountain but instead you come down via the Mweka route, a steep but very pretty descent encompassing inhospitably dry mountain desert and lush lowland forest in a matter of a few hours
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers from Kilimanjaro airport
- Emergency oxygen canister
- Drinking water for the entire climb
- One night accommodation here in Moshi before the climb and one night after the Kilimanjaro climb
- All government taxes
- All park fees (entry, camping and rescue fees).
- Breakfast
- Transport from the hotel in Moshi town to the starting point of Machame route and back
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday
- Pulse oximeter. A daily medical check up will be done every morning
Not included
- Tips for the team(Guides, assistant guide and porters)
- Personal mountain climbing gears and equipments.
- Flights and visa
- Alcoholic and soft drinks ,sodas
- Any additional night(s) in town
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 180 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Kilimanjaro Vikings Adventures
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for 7 Days Machame Route Private tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Well organised journey
The tour was well organised, and all members of the team were really nice and supportive. We had a successful summit thanks to them!
via Tripadvisor
Great Experience
We had an amazing experience with a 7-day Machame route and a 1-day safari. Charlie was very quick to answer all our questions and made the whole trip easy to plan and well organized. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The team was experienced, friendly, and always helpful, making us feel safe and well taken care of throughout. The climb was an unforgettable experience, and the safari was a great addition to the trip. We had a really great time and would highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing
We had an exceptional experience from the preparation stage. Charlie answered every question. From the moment we landed at the airport, the driver was waiting. The trip was an experience with a nice driver. The arrival at the hotel and the hotel staff were amazing. The welcome was enjoyable. Nice people. Excellent staff. The climbing expedition team was excellent. Experienced, nice, helpful. The equipment, the food. The team that answers every problem, every concern, there is someone you can trust. And then the trip to the safari was enjoyable, including the accommodation, the close escort, the atmosphere, and the feeling of security. An amazing team. Highly recommend and thank you to Charlie, Johnny Conrad, and Victor. You are amazing.
via Tripadvisor
Pure adventure from 1. Day on
Great scenery, excellent and motivating guides, good food. The boys did a lot of work here, including the porters. All have contributed to the success, thank you all !!!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Bucket list experience
Probably the hardest and best thing I've ever done in my life! The trek was such a bucket list experience that I will never forget. The views were breathtaking and summiting was profoundly rewarding. I give kili vikings 4 stars, due to some ups and downs during the trip (but all were resolved by the end)! Pros: - Effortless booking process. From the day that I sent in a quote request to the time of booking confirmation, Charlie was so helpful every step of the way. He would answer my Whatsapp messages super fast, regardless of how stupid of a question I had. He gave us clear guidance on packing lists, vaccination guidelines, malaria risks, etc. - Expert guides! John and Goodluck were always so eager to answer any of our questions about the fauna, biomes, Tanzania, food, culture, etc. We learned so much during our 7 days with them. - Ethical guides. John and Goodluck were very ethical in their approach to trekking Kilimanjaro. For example, they were very intent on us respecting the nature and not leaving any rubbish on the mountain (which honestly could not be said for some other companies). - Delicious food! Everyday, our stomachs were full from such delicious food. Since I normally associate camping and trekking with granola bars and trail mix, it was such a nice surprise to be eating curries, soups, noodles, etc. on the mountain! - Friendly staff! Besides our guides, we interacted the most with Nicolaus (waiter). He was so kind and was always willing to teach us Swahili. We could not have asked for a more charming waiter. - Spacious tent! My partner and I stayed in a tent that could probably hold 4-5 people. So we had such a lovely time, we could even do full body stretches inside the tent at the end of each day! - Guides were very patient with us on summit day. Out of three of us in the group, two of us had splitting headaches due to the altitude. I had flu symptoms, which were exacerbated by the altitude beyond belief. Despite all of our physical ailments (and my persistent complaining), the guides were very patient with us during the 6.5 hour ascent on summit day. They encouraged us to keep moving, without which we probably would not have summited. Cons: - My partner and I were picked up from Arusha on the first day, but the taxi driver (arranged by Charlie) didn't know where to go in Moshi to drop us off. We had to wait at a random hotel until someone showed up (which wasn't until a few hours later). I believe this was probably just some miscommunication between the taxi drivers, guides, and Charlie, but it did add a bit of stress as we didn't know what was going on. - Before the trip, Charlie had given us the tipping guideline of 15% of the total trip cost. So, we came to Tanzania with that amount of tip ready to go and budgeted the rest of our trip in Tanzania around those expectations. However, on the last day of the trek, the staff demanded us to verbally state our tips out loud. Once we explained that they will be receiving 15% of the total trip cost, as per Charlie's guidelines, the staff (15 people) became really silent and looked very unhappy. After a few minutes, they started asking us to pay double the amount in tips—which we could not afford. In that moment, we felt slightly betrayed (because these were the people that we had spent the past 6 days building trust with) and unsafe (we were 3 student tourists faced with 15 unhappy staff members). At the end of the day, everything was sorted as we contacted Charlie to let him know of our predicament and he helped us by mediating the tipping process back at his office. It was a slightly jarring experience at the very end to an otherwise perfect kili trek.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 168 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
7 Days Machame Route Private tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moshi.
How much does 7 Days Machame Route Private tour cost?
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Prices start at $2,150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Moshi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 7 Days Machame Route Private tour take?
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Plan for about 168 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Moshi is not rushed.
Is 7 Days Machame Route Private tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Moshi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 7 Days Machame Route Private tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 7 Days Machame Route Private tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 168-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 7 Days Machame Route Private tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Moshi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Moshi and add a light layer if any part of the 168-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 7 Days Machame Route Private tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Moshi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Moshi?
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On Outty we rank every Moshi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Materuni Waterfall, Coffee Tour and Picnic Hot Lunch, Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour, Kilimanjaro climb, Machame Route (7-day). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Moshi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Moshi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 7 Days Machame Route Private tour?
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Included: Airport transfers from Kilimanjaro airport; Emergency oxygen canister; Drinking water for the entire climb; One night accommodation here in Moshi before the climb and one night after the Kilimanjaro; and All government taxes. Not included: Tips for the team(Guides, assistant guide and porters); Personal mountain climbing gears and equipments; Flights and visa; and Alcoholic and soft drinks ,sodas. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 7 Days Machame Route Private tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Moshi. Be ready about 180 minutes before the start time.
What languages is 7 Days Machame Route Private tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 7 Days Machame Route Private tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 7 Days Machame Route Private tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 7 Days Machame Route Private tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Moshi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about 7 Days Machame Route Private tour?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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