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Kilimanjaro One Day Hike Tour Via Machame Route

About this experience

Our tour offers a personalized and authentic Kilimanjaro experience led by professional local guides with extensive knowledge of the mountain. We focus on small groups, comfortable transportation, and excellent customer service to ensure every traveler enjoys a smooth and memorable adventure. From scenic rainforest trails to breathtaking views, we make sure your day on Mount Kilimanjaro is safe, well-organized, and truly unforgettable.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr
  • Private experience

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Kilimanjaro One Day Hike Tour Via Machame Route

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), German (written information), cmn (live guide), cmn (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Entrance fee
  • Professional Mountain Guide
  • Lunch
  • Drinking Water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Personal items
  • Visa
  • Travel Insurance
  • International flight

Itinerary and highlights

Trekking from Machame Gate – Machame Camp and descend back
You will be pickup at your hotel and drive about 85km from Arusha town to Machame gate, which will take about 2hrs drive . At Machame get you will make registration and get valid permit to start hiking adventure. The hiking starts at Machame gate at 1800 and distance covered to Machame camp is 11km (22km round trip) which will take 4-5 hours for each direction.

Montane forest is the main attraction and it starts a few minutes after crossing the main gate. It is dense forest with a lot of species of plant such as Impatients Kilimanjaro, a flower which is found only at Mount Kilimanjaro. You might also see Blue Monkeys and black and white Colubus Monkeys.

Total Distance: About 22 km | Elevation: 1800 m to 3000 m | Ascend time: 4-5 hours | Descend time: 4-5 hours | Habitat: Montane forest

Meeting and pickup information

  • Hotel Pickup: Driver will meet you at the hotel reception or main entrance. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup. Airport Pickup: Driver will wait at the arrival hall holding a sign with your name. Contact us if you cannot find the driver.
  • Pickup is available from hotels in Arusha town areas. Please provide the name of your hotel or accommodation at the time of booking so we can arrange the pickup accordingly. We recommend being ready in the hotel reception at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time to ensure a smooth departure.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • German — Written
  • cmn — Guide
  • cmn — Written
  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Italian — Guide
  • Italian — Written
  • French — Guide
  • French — Written
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Spanish — Written
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • RIOBA SAFARIS

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pickup is available from hotels in Arusha town areas. Please provide the name of your hotel or accommodation at the time of booking so we can arrange the pickup accordingly.
We recommend being ready in the hotel reception at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time to ensure a smooth departure.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), German (written information), cmn (live guide), cmn (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–14; Adult tickets: age 15+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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