7 Day Kilimanjaro Hike via Machame route

Kilimanjaro climbing for seven days using the Machame route. The Machame path, sometimes referred to as the “Whisky Route,” is one of the greatest ways to climb Kilimanjaro because it allows climbers to “walk high and sleep low” during acclimatization, which leads to one of the highest summit success percentages of any route.

A fantastic acclimatization program is provided by this 7-day Kilimanjaro Climbing via the Machame route. To maximize your Kilimanjaro climb, you will have two shorter trekking days before your summit expedition. We will traverse breathtaking landscapes and ascend in five distinct climate zones during the journey.

Day by day

DAY 01:  Machame – Around 45% of Climbers

The most well-traveled Kilimanjaro path is Machame, also referred to as the “Whisky Route.” It is a reasonably difficult route with a reasonable success rate and some amazing visual diversity. Its pro-acclimatization terrain is one factor contributing to its popularity. It has a strangely better success rate than Marangu despite being more challenging since many unprepared and inexperienced climbers choose for the Marangu route and then turn back when they discover it’s harder than they anticipated. Throughout the journey, Machame offers breathtaking views and a wide variety of landscapes, including barren deserts, moorlands, and rainforests. However, because it’s the most traveled route, crowds are inevitable, particularly during peak travel times.

DAY 02: Marangu – Around 35% of Climbers

The simplest way to reach Mount Kilimanjaro is via Marangu. It is appropriate for hikers who wish to stay off of severe climbs and stick to clearly marked trails. It differs from other Kilimanjaro routes primarily because it features sleeping cabins, which eliminates the necessity for camping. Because Coca-Cola is sold in many of the huts along the path, it is frequently referred to as the “Coca Cola” trail.
Because sleeping huts are available, the Marangu path is excellent during the rainy season. It is also the least expensive way because the starting location is near Moshi, which lowers transportation costs, and few porters are required to carry camping gear. It is also a congested road because of its relative easiness. So, if you don’t like crowds, don’t go this way. The Marangu path has been less popular lately because most people find it to be a little too congested and dull, especially as it only takes you to one area of the mountain and offers very little in the way of scenic variation.

DAY 03: Lemosho – Around 8% of Climbers

The Machame path is pumped up with Lemosho. You experience the African wilderness while strolling through picturesque rainforests for the first two days of the journey. When it comes to early-stage wilderness, Lemosho is unmatched by any other path. The Lemosho path combines with the Machame route both on the ascent and on the descent of the mountain after trekking through low-altitude jungles for a few days.

DAY 04: Rongai – Around 7% of Climbers

An excellent substitute for the Marangu path is the Rongai, which is rather simple. Rongai is the ideal option for anyone who prefer to avoid crowds and seek out more varied scenery than the Marangu trail while still maintaining well-traveled routes. But keep in mind that Rongai is a little more costly than Marangu, particularly given how far the Rongai Gate is from Moshi and how much transportation costs.

DAY 05: Umbwe – Around 4% of Climbers

Umbwe, known as the most challenging path to Kilimanjaro, is ideal for tough hikers seeking a challenge in remote areas of the mountain. The steep ascent to the summit of Umbwe only makes things more challenging. It should be mentioned, nonetheless, that the Umbwe route has a relatively low success rate when compared to the other Kilimanjaro routes since it lacks topography that promotes acclimatization.

DAY 06: Shira – Less Than 1% of Climbers

You can avoid walking through the rainforest by taking this route, which is the only one on Kilimanjaro where you will be driven in. Less than 1% of climbers choose this route for this reason as well. The Shira path, which approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, is challenging. Additionally, because of the significant altitude rise on the first night itself, it is not regarded as a highly acclimatization-friendly route, making it less safe. On the other hand, the Shira path is incredibly picturesque and provides breathtaking mountain vistas. The traffic significantly increases as it merges with the Machame route after a few days of isolated climbing.

DAY 07: Northern Circuit – Low % of Trekkers Due To Longer Duration

The only way to view the entire Kilimanjaro massif is via the Northern Circuit, a remote trek. The newest Kilimanjaro route is the northern one. In addition, it is the longest route in terms of the distance traveled and the number of days spent on the mountain. Similar to the Lemosho route, it starts in the west before turning northward from Buffalo Camp in a clockwise loop, hence the name “Northern Circuit.” With incredibly high success rates, this 9–10 day route provides the optimum acclimatization opportunity. Additionally, there are several viewpoints throughout the trail that offer breathtaking views of the mountain. Additionally, there isn’t much traffic on this new road. However, the cost of ascending from this path is comparatively higher because of the longer time spent on the peak.

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