
Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days worth booking?
Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days is a 144-hour experience in Moshi, Tanzania, from $1907 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 144 hours
- From
- $1907 per person
Climbing the 6 days Machame route can be done in a minimum of six days (five nights) on the mountain. With an approximation of 62 km/ 37 miles from gate to gate. It is designed for physically fit people with some hiking
What you get
- 2 nights classic standard hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek
- Large portions of fresh, healthy and nutritious foods
- Warm water for washing every day
- Full Board Accommodation – Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Lunch
- All meals while on the Mountain
About this experience
Climbing the 6 days Machame route can be done in a minimum of six days (five nights) on the mountain. With an approximation of 62 km/ 37 miles from gate to gate. It is designed for physically fit people with some hiking experience, but plenty of first time trekker use the route as well and do just fine.
What's included
Included
- 2 nights classic standard hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek
- Large portions of fresh, healthy and nutritious foods
- Warm water for washing every day
- Full Board Accommodation – Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Lunch
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Arrival and Departure transfers
- Aluminum dining tables, Large aluminum chairs with backs and armrests, for all meals.
- Portable personal flash toilet
- Rescue fees on mountain
- Experienced professional English speaking mountain guides
- All transportation in destination location
- Accommodation – Bed and Breakfast
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- Pulse-oximeter – To measure the oxygen level
- Gamow Bag – Hyperbaric chamber
- VHF handheld radios – Carried on each trek, for easy communication
- All Government Tax and Park Entrance Fees
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Water proof tents on climbing, Mess tent, Crew tents, Cold-weather sleeping mats
- Emergency Oxygen tanks
- Porter to carry your day-pack during the summit attempt.
Not included
- Tips
- Tanzania Visa on arrival
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc.)
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 720 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 Brothers
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 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best of the best
My real Kili Brothers! Best company for your Kilimanjaro climbing. Thank you from Adventure Team. See you again next year
Response from the operator: We are glad that your trip was success, We proudly ourselves for our small local Tanzanian company and showing everyone the very best of our country. Thanks ever so much for coming and we will be more than happy to keep offering the best service, professional and friendly guides with great generosity. Thanks for always travel with us for and we are so glad you enjoy our service. We wish to you super adventure life altogether. George Mtaki, Director of sales and Operations
via Tripadvisor
A great Team
I am thrilled with the team. The service was great. The support during the hikes and especially on the day to the summit was more than professional. With this team you are in very good hands.
Response from the operator: Once again, thanks ever so much for climb Kilimanjaro with our professional local Tanzanian friendly guides. Kilimanjaro Brothers has much to offer, as from all highest standard of safety we use also the best tent which are maintained in highest standard. Each our Kilimanjaro trek supplied by dinning mess tents, clients sleeping tents, kitchen tent and portable toilet tents. All are good tents for trekking high altitude. It is our pleasure to welcome your family and friends on our beautiful country and have unforgettable Tanzania.
via Tripadvisor
Kili Time
It was such a good trip that we would like to climb again in the near future. Keep up the good work.
Response from the operator: Fantastic to hear from you, we are very grateful for your review
via Tripadvisor
Fun and professional guiding!
We had a really great experience with Kili Brothers. Our guides, Mawra and Samson, were brilliant and made every effort to ensure we had a great trip. The porters and cook were excellent, we never had to worry about timing or going hungry and experienced a very wide range of delicious meals. Our chef, Panga, also had some decent cobbling skills and stitched some new life into a pair of old boots. The trekking team and off-mountain management all came together as one and it was great to spend 6 days with Tanzanians that appeared to be friends as well as colleagues. We had some mild altitude issues on the summit day, but they were swiftly handled and our guides gave us the determination to carry on!
Response from the operator: Kilimanjaro Brother’s brand stands as a local Tanzanian company that provides an outstanding service, fair and ethical treatment of guides and porters, safe, great success and best experience possible We hope you continue to having unforgettable Tanzania with Kilimanjaro Brothers.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 144 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1907 to $2615
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moshi.
How much does Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days cost?
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Prices start at $1907 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 Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days take?
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Plan for about 144 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 Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 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 Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days?
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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 Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 144-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days?
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Around 1 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 144-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kilimanjaro Machame Route 6 Days 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, Climbing Kilimanjaro through 7 days Machame Route, Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route. 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.
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