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7 days Machame route climbing kilimanjaro
The Machame route, also known as the "Whiskey" route, is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro. Machame’s draw is in its scenic beauty. However, the trail is considered difficult, steep and challenging, particularly due to its shorter itinerary. Therefore, this route is better suited for more adventurous folks or those with some high altitude, hiking or backpacking experience.
The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the south, this route starts with a short drive from Moshi to Machame Gate. The path leads hikers through the rain forest to Shira Plateau. Here, many of Kilimanjaro’s routes converge. Then the route turns east and traverses’ underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.




Day 1: Machame Gate 1800 m to Machame Camp
Elevation (ft): 1,800 m to 2835 m
Distance: 11 km
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest/ Rain Forest.
Full Board at Machame Camp
The climb starts from Machame gate (1830m), we walk through the lush lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Slowly gaining altitude while enjoying the diverse flora and fauna of the rain forest, you will arrive to the first Machame Camp, situated at 3000m above sea level If is a clear day, we may get our first closer look at the glaciated dome of Kibo if the evening clouds permit.


Day 2: Machame Hut 2835M to Shira Camp (3,750 M): 4-6 hours walking.
Elevation (ft): 2835 m to 3,750 m
Distance: 5 km
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Full Board Shira Cave Camp.
A shorter day climbing up a steep ridge to reach a small semicircular cliff known as Picnic site, and continue up a gentler ascent through the lower alpine moorland, which is known for beautiful wild alpine flowers. The most spectacular views of Kibo peak can be seen from Shira Camp.




Day 3: Shira Camp 3750 M to Barranco Camp 3900M {VIA Lava Tower camp 4600M
Elevation (ft): Shira Cave camp 3,750 m to Baraco Camp 3,900 m
Distance: 10 km
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