Tanzania: Kilimanjaro's Machame Route & Zanzibar Shores

Tanzania: Kilimanjaro's Machame Route & Zanzibar Shores

• Trip code: 478X042
• Dauer: 11
• Stil: Active

Eleven days. One legendary climb and a beach waiting at the bottom. The Machame Route — nicknamed the Whiskey Route for good reason — earns its reputation through forest, moorland, and glaciated ice fields on the way to Uhuru Peak. Then Zanzibar steps in with white-sand beaches and ocean breezes to remind you that the best adventures always end well.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts), full-service alpine camping (5 nts)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Kilimanjaro - Available for Rent:
• Balaclava ($5 USD)
• Camel bag (Water bag) ($15 USD)
• Chamber ($200 USD)
• Crampons ($40 USD)
• Day pack ($30 USD)
• Down jacket ($20 USD)
• Duffel bag ($20 USD)
• Fleece pants ($6 USD)
• Fleece top/sweater ($10 USD)
• Gaiters ($10 USD)
• Gloves - Finger ($10 USD)
• Gloves - Finger Liner ($5 USD)
• Goggles - SKI ($15 USD)
• Head Torch ($15 USD)
• Mobile Toilet ($236 USD)
• Oxygen ($118 USD)
• Poncho ($20 USD)
• Rain jacket / windproof ($15 USD)
• Rain pant ($15 USD)
• Rucksack cover ($10 USD)
• Scarf or neck warmer ($5 USD)
• Sleeping bag ((-25 to -35°C) $40 USD; If you are planning to rent a sleeping bag for your Mt Kilimanjaro trek, please let your booking agent know so that we can prepare your group leader.)
• Summit Jacket ($20 USD)
• Summit socks ($5 USD)
• Sunglasses ($10 USD)
• Sun hat ($15 USD)
• Sweater ($10 USD)
• Thermal top ($10 USD)
• Thermal underwear ($10 USD)
• Walking poles ($12 USD for two poles)
• Walking trouser ($15 USD)
• Water Bottle ($5 USD)

Kilimanjaro - Other:
• Electrolytes (Powder or tablets, optional)
• Hand sanitizer
• Medication (Consult with your doctor about options to manage altitude sickness)
• Metal/aluminum water bottle (This style of bottle can double as a heat source at night when filled with hot water. We recommend a Sigg-style bottle.)
• Moisturizer/lip balm
• Pee bottle and/or She-Wee (You can use these items to avoid having to leave the tent at night)
• Reusable water bottle (Water bottles should carry up to 3 litres of water (minimum 2 litres); please note that this recommendation is made based off of the water intake of the average hiker, but may vary due to personal needs. We recommend platypus-type water bladders/camel backs made out of a material that will prevent water from freezing at high altitudes.)
• Sunblock
• Toilet paper
• Wet wipes (Recommended)

Kilimanjaro - Technical Clothing:
• Waterproof lightweight hiking boots (required)
• Windproof rain jacket (required) (A breathable jacket, with a hood is recommended)
• Balaclava (Optional)
• Fleece jacket or warm layer
• Fleece pants ($10 USD)
• Gaiters (Optional)
• Hat (A hat with a brim is recommended)
• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
• Insulated Jacket
• Light gloves
• Lightweight wicking shirts
• Long-sleeved shirt for hiking (2 moisture-wicking shirts, and 1 breathable shirt recommended)
• Quick-dry socks (Wool or synthetic)
• Shorts (Optional)
• Short sleeve t-shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking
• Slip-on sandals or shoes (Optional extra shoes to wear around camp)
• Thermal underwear (Moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
• Underwear (Moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
• Warm gloves (Waterproof recommended)
• Warm hat
• Waterproof pants (Pants with a side zipper recommended)

Kilimanjaro - Technical Gear:
• Day pack (30-35L - can be rented in location)
• Drybag (Will help keep cameras and essentials dry)
• Dufflel bag (50-90L - can be rented in location)
• Sleeping bag and liner, 4 season (Sleeping bags can be rented for approximately $40 USD for the duration of the tour; if you are planning to rent a sleeping bag, please let your booking agent know so that we can prepare your group leader. Purchasing sleeping bags in Arusha might be more difficult to source.)
• Walking poles (Highly recommended)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: A refillable water bottle/flask is required for the trek, no plastic or disposable bottles are allowed on the mountain and they may be confiscated prior to the hike.

When packing your gear, the best clothing for trekking is either wool or synthetic materials, as this is quick-drying and can keep heat in better. The optimum clothing for trekking is layering, as it allows for easy temperature regulation as you ascend or descend. We suggest a base-layer, then a mid-layer such as a sweater, followed by a fleece jacket or similar, then a windproof and waterproof jacket. For your bottom half, thermal underwear, hiking pants then windproof and waterproof layers are recommended.

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, sports bag, or backpack, no larger than 30cm(height) x 30cm(width) x 60cm(length), maximum 15kg, plus a day-pack (5kg).

Below are the suggest sizes for both medium and large rucksacks with a maximum weight of 15kg.

Medium Rucksacks: 48 Litre to 58Litre
Large Rucksacks: 60+ Litres

The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Group Leader

Certified mountain guide throughout, local representative, cook, porters. CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides while in Zanzibar

Group Size Notes

Max 14, avg. 10

Highlights

Tackle the Machame Route — Kilimanjaro's most scenic and celebrated path, Trek through forest and moorland before glaciers and high-alpine deserts take over, Camp on the mountain and wake up closer to the stars than you've ever been, Stand at Uhuru Peak at sunrise and witness the curvature of the earth, Unwind on Zanzibar's white-sand beaches — you've more than earned it

Introduction

Eleven days. One legendary climb and a beach waiting at the bottom. The Machame Route — nicknamed the Whiskey Route for good reason — earns its reputation through forest, moorland, and glaciated ice fields on the way to Uhuru Peak. Then Zanzibar steps in with white-sand beaches and ocean breezes to remind you that the best adventures always end well

Meal Budget

Plane USD235-305 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Moshi
- Lalasalama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage

Zanzibar
- Zanzibar Snorkelling

Jozani Forest
- Tour im Jozani Forest (36-160USD pro Person)

Jambiani
- Schwimmen

Start / Finish

Moshi nach Stone Town

Transport

Private minibus, trekking, private vehicles, plane

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Moshi-Frauenkooperative, Moshi
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. 6-day guided group trek up Mt Kilimanjaro's Machame Route with local guides, cooks and porters. All permits and fees. Stonetown Orientation Walk. Spice Tour Zanzibar. Free time in Zanzibar. Internal Flight to Zanzibar. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Packing Note

A refillable water bottle/flask is required for the trek, no plastic or disposable bottles are allowed on the mountain and they may be confiscated prior to the hike.

When packing your gear, the best clothing for trekking is either wool or synthetic materials, as this is quick-drying and can keep heat in better. The optimum clothing for trekking is layering, as it allows for easy temperature regulation as you ascend or descend. We suggest a base-layer, then a mid-layer such as a sweater, followed by a fleece jacket or similar, then a windproof and waterproof jacket. For your bottom half, thermal underwear, hiking pants then windproof and waterproof layers are recommended.

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, sports bag, or backpack, no larger than 30cm(height) x 30cm(width) x 60cm(length), maximum 15kg, plus a day-pack (5kg).

Below are the suggest sizes for both medium and large rucksacks with a maximum weight of 15kg.

Medium Rucksacks: 48 Litre to 58Litre
Large Rucksacks: 60+ Litres

The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Meals Included

10 Frühstück, 6 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Moshi

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Moshi/Machame camp

Wandere in den niederen Hängen des Kilimandscharo zum Machame Camp

Day 3 Machame camp/Shira 2 Camp

Wandere durch tiefalpines Moorgebiet zum Shira 2 Camp und genieße die Aussicht auf den Kibo Peak

Day 4 Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp

Wandere zum Barranco Camp über Lava Tower. Fantastische Aussicht auf Western Breach und Breach Wall

Day 5 Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp

Sieh dir die Barranco Wall an und steige die östliche Wand unter dem Helm Glacier hinauf

Day 6 Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp

Nachtwanderung via Stella Point zum Gipfel. Genieße den Sonnenaufgang, danach Abstieg zum Mweka Camp

Day 7 Mweka Camp/Moshi

Setze den Abstieg über die bewaldeten niederen Hänge bis nach Moshi fort. Lerne bei einer Kletter-Zeremonie die Frauen der von G Adventures unterstützten Moshi-Frauenkooperative kennen

Day 8 Moshi/Arusha

Auf dem Weg nach Arusha besuchen wir die von G Adventures unterstützten Moshi-Frauenkooperative

Day 9 Arusha/Jambiani

After breakfast transfer to the airport in Arusha and board your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival enjoy an orientation walk of Stone Town before going to Jambiani. Grab lunch on your own and then take advantage of free time to settle into island life. There are plenty of local restaurants in the area for you to have dinner at your leisure this evening

Day 10 Jambiani

Head out on an included spice tour to gain a sense of Zanzibar's history and the spice plantations that brought the beginnings of the slave trade here dating back to the 1840s. The remainder of the day is free for you to do as you please. Perhaps, pre-book the snorkelling to witness the underwater life here off of Tanzania's coastline, or head to the nearby Jozani Forest for a tour. You can also simply relax on the beach and swim. Dinner this evening is at your leisure

Day 11 Jambiani/Stone Town

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Jambiani before your included group transfer back to the airport outside of Stone Town. You should arrive at the Zanzibar airport by 11:30AM where your tour ends. Please do not book onward flights prior to 2:30PM

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Moshi

Day 2 Moshi/Machame camp

Wir verbringen den Großteil des Tages in den wunderschönen, faszinierenden und bewaldeten Hängen des Kilimandscharo. Die meiste Gegend davon gilt als Regenwaldgebiet.

Je nach Wetterverhältnissen ist der Weg glitschig und möglicherweise schlammig, falls es regnet.

Day 3 Machame camp/Shira 2 Camp

Day 4 Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp

Day 5 Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp

Day 6 Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp

Die Route vom Camp Barafu zum Gipfel macht mental und körperlich den längsten und anspruchsvollsten Tag der gesamten Wanderung aus. Trotz des mühsamen Aufstiegs wird dir das Erlebnis, den Berg Kilimandscharo erobert zu haben, für immer in Erinnerung bleiben.

Day 7 Mweka Camp/Moshi

Arrive to Moshi in the afternoon. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.

Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Day 8 Moshi/Arusha

Fahrt in die malerische Stadt Arusha. Unterwegs besuchen wir die Moshi-Frauenkooperative, um zu erfahren, worum es bei diesem Projekt geht. Triff die Frauen und erfahre mehr über ihr Leben. Optional kannst du auch ein paar Souvenirs erwerben.

Abends stoßen möglicherweise weitere G Adventures Reisende hinzu, die aus Kenia anreisen oder den Safariabschnitt ihrer Tansaniareise starten. Informiere dich über die Uhrzeit und den Ort eines Begrüßungstreffens. Normalerweise findet es ungefähr um 18:00 Uhr statt.

Day 9 Arusha/Jambiani

Day 10 Jambiani

Day 11 Jambiani/Stone Town

Please do not book onward flights prior to 2:30PM