Considered to be the most beautiful and scenic of the various routes up Mount Kilimanjaro, the Machame Route is appropriate for more adventurous hikers who wish for a more physically demanding climb than Marangu or Rongai can offer.
The Machame Route starts on the southern side of Mount Kilimanjaro and approaches the summit from the west. It is a six or seven-day trek, depending on the itinerary chosen by the trekking company, and offers a mix of steep trails, rocky paths, and forested areas.
Machame is presently the most popular route despite its higher degree of difficulty, so you can expect to not be the only one climbing.
You can choose to complete this route in either six days or seven days.
