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7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari is the combination of a six-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek through the Machame Route and a one-day Tarangire National Park game drive. It brings mountain hiking and northern Tanzania wildlife viewing together in one practical seven-day adventure.
Package Breakdown: 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
This package combines 6 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route with a 1 Day Tarangire Safari, giving travelers time to climb Mount Kilimanjaro before enjoying a wildlife drive in Tarangire National Park. The combination suits travelers who want both a serious mountain journey and a shorter safari without adding several extra days.
7 total days:
6 days on the Machame Route
1 day Tarangire National Park safari
Mount Kilimanjaro summit attempt
Tarangire wildlife game drive
Combining the mountain and safari also creates a natural change of scenery, from high-altitude mountain environments to the savannah landscapes of northern Tanzania.
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Quick Overview: 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Price: USD 1,950–3,200 per person
Tour type: Private or group sharing
Kilimanjaro route: Machame Route
Kilimanjaro duration: 6 Days
Safari duration: 1 Day
Safari destination: Tarangire National Park
Start: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar
End: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar
Mountain accommodation: Camping
Flights: International flights to/from home country are excluded
Airport transfers: Can be arranged
Extra accommodation: Before the hike and at the end can be arranged
Solo travelers: Can book; contact for the applicable price
Activities: Mountain hiking and wildlife game drives
Guide languages: English, Spanish, German, and Italian
Plan Your Trip around your preferred arrival and departure arrangements.
Why Choose 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari?
The 6 Days Machame Route provides a focused Kilimanjaro trekking itinerary with varied mountain environments and a summit attempt at Uhuru Peak. The route is suitable for travelers looking for a challenging trek before continuing to a wildlife destination. Tarangire National Park adds a different side of Tanzania. A game drive provides an opportunity to see wildlife in its natural surroundings, including elephants and other commonly encountered savannah animals.
A 7-day itinerary featuring a 6-day Machame Route trek on Mount Kilimanjaro and a 1-day wildlife safari in Tarangire National Park typically costs between $1,950 and $3,200 per person, depending on the services selected.
Detailed Itinerary: 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi Hotel
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your booked hotel in Moshi. This arrival arrangement provides time to settle in before the mountain trek. Additional accommodation can be arranged according to your travel plans. Meal arrangements for this arrival day depend on your arrival schedule and booking.
Day 1: Moshi to Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Rising (ft): 56,000ft / 1,830m to 10,200ft / 3,100m | Stretch: 11 km | Hiking time: 5-7 hours | Climatic habitat: Rain Forest
Begin from Moshi and travel to Machame Gate before starting the hike toward Machame Camp. The trail enters the rainforest, where the environment is humid and green. The day introduces the gradual ascent and establishes the pace for the following trekking days. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Rising (ft): 10,200ft / 3,100m to 12,600ft / 3,840m | Stretch: 9 km | Hiking time: 4-6 hours | Climatic habitat: MoorlandContinue from Machame Camp toward Shira Camp as the landscape changes from rainforest to moorland. The trail gains significant elevation, making steady pacing important. The day provides more exposure to the mountain environment and prepares you for higher sections of the route. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Hiking time: 5-7 hours | Rising: 12,600ft / 3,840m to 12,700ft / 3,860m | Stretch: 15 km | Climatic habitat: Semi-desert
Leave Shira Camp and continue toward Barranco Camp across the semi-desert landscape. The route covers a longer distance while the overall camp elevation changes only slightly. This section forms part of the acclimatization pattern and brings you closer to the higher mountain terrain. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Hiking time: 6-8 hours | Rising: 4000m / 13,000ft to 4700m / 15,350ft | Stretch: 9 km | Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert
Continue from Barranco Camp toward Barafu Camp through the alpine desert. The trail reaches a much higher elevation, so a controlled pace and adequate rest are important. Barafu Camp becomes the high camp before the summit section of the trek. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 5: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Rising (ft): 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,343ft down to 3090m/10,150ft | Stretch: 6 km up / 13 km down | Hiking time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down | Climatic habitat: Arctic
The summit day takes you from Barafu Camp toward Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro, before descending to Mweka Camp. The day involves both ascent and a long descent, making pacing and rest important throughout the journey. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 6: Mweka Camp to Machame Gate to Moshi to Arusha
Descend (ft): 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft | Stretch: 10 km | Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Climatic habitat: Rain Forest
Descend through the rainforest from Mweka Camp to Machame Gate. After completing the mountain section, continue to Moshi Town, then transfer onward to Arusha for your night stay. This marks the transition from the Kilimanjaro trek to the safari portion. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 7: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park with pickup around 6:00 am to 7:00 am; the exact pickup time will be confirmed. The drive takes approximately 2 hours (109 km). Enjoy a game drive where elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and other wildlife may be seen. Late afternoon, drive back to Arusha for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
Departure Day: Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport according to your flight schedule. The transfer timing should be arranged around your confirmed departure. International flights are not included in the package, so travelers should provide their flight details when organizing the airport transfer. Meal plan: Breakfast.
Destinations: 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is the central mountain destination in this itinerary, with the Machame Route providing the six-day trekking section and summit attempt at Uhuru Peak.
Machame Route
The Machame Route is the trekking route used for the mountain portion. Combining a 6-day Machame Route trek on Mount Kilimanjaro with a 1-day Tarangire National Park safari creates a seven-day journey that moves from high-altitude mountain terrain to wildlife-rich savannah.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park provides the final wildlife section of the itinerary. Its game-drive setting offers a clear contrast to Kilimanjaro, with opportunities to observe elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and other wildlife.
Package Price: 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari
The price is USD 1,950 to USD 3,200 per person. The final cost can vary according to the level of service, accommodation standard, number of travelers, inclusions, and whether the trip is private or group sharing. Contact us for more information about the exact price and booking arrangements.
What Is Included in 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari?
Kilimanjaro inclusions:
Transport from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi on arrival
Hotel in Moshi before the hike
Kilimanjaro park fees
Camping accommodation during the trek
Meals and boiled drinking water during hiking
Mountain guide or guides
Cook
Supportive porters
Oxygen gas for emergency use
Transport from Moshi to Kilimanjaro Gate
Transport from Kilimanjaro Gate to Moshi
Transport from Moshi to Arusha
Safari inclusions:
Safari park fees
Safari driver
Safari guide
4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle
Meals and drinking water during safari
Hotel in Arusha before and after safari
Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport transfer
What Is Not Included in 7 Days Machame Route And Tarangire Safari?
International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Travel visa
Alcoholic drinks
Personal expenses
Personal gear rental
Tips for mountain and safari crew
Some arrangements may vary according to the selected package, so confirm the final inclusions before booking. Check Availability and request your quotation to start planning your Kilimanjaro and Tarangire journey.
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