This New Year’s holiday brought me an unforgettable adventure – conquering Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania! My friend and I (just us two girls!) embarked on the thrilling 6-day, 5-night Machame Route, affectionately nicknamed the “Whiskey Route” by seasoned climbers.
To our delightful surprise, we accidentally booked a premium service package – imagine 14 dedicated Tanzanian professionals catering to just the two of us! The service quality surpassed anything we’d experienced on domestic group hikes, setting a whole new standard for mountain expeditions. Our Tanzanian guides weren’t just experts; their genuine warmth and down-to-earth personalities turned our climb into an incredibly joyful journey.
By summit day, we’d grown so attached to our team that parting ways brought actual tears to our eyes. Yes, the generous tips stung our wallets a bit, but every penny was given with heartfelt gratitude (and maybe just a hint of emotional blackmail – kidding!) [facepalm]
🇹🇿 Our amazing local partner: @Gifted African Adventure
For a detailed breakdown of our itinerary and costs, check out the dedicated post on my profile!
Bonus tip: The Machame Route offers stunning biodiversity – we trekked through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and lunar-like landscapes all in one climb! Don’t forget to pack layers for all climate zones.
Wow, booking a premium package sounds like it made the trip even more special! I can only imagine how incredible it was to have such personalized support while hiking. Did you feel like the extra service really changed your experience compared to other group hikes?