Question 1

How hard is the Machame Route Compared To The Lemosho Route, Umbwe Route, and Marangu Route?

Accepted Answer

The Machame route ranks fourth in difficulty, right after the Rongai route, while the Lemosho route ranks first overall. Though this is the case, the Machame route's gradual slopes make for great acclimatization opportunities.

Question 2

How much does A 7-Day Machame Route itinerary cost to trek?

Accepted Answer

The Machame Route 7 day prices range from $2,137pax, for open group treks, to $2,550, for standard group treks. Private group treks also cost anywhere from $2,550 and above depending on the operator.

Question 3

Is There A Mountain Climbing Section During this Machame Route's 7-day itinerary?

Accepted Answer

The Machame route, Umbwe route and the Lemosho route have access to the Western Breach route, which requires technical mountain climbing skills and mountain climbing equipment. In order to gain access to the climbing route, climbers are required to sign a mountain climbing waiver with an operator. Mountain climbers will not have access to the Western Breach route, if they trek via Marangu, Rongai or the Northern Circuit route. The ultimate trekking adventures on Kilimanjaro last between 7-9 days on the mountain.

Question 4

Can You Opt For Hut Accommodations On The Machame Route Instead Of Camping Tents?

Accepted Answer

The Marangu Route is the only Kilimanjaro climbing route that features hut accommodations and good WiFi network. Aside from the Marangu trail, the mountain's alternative climbing routes come with camping accommodations and better scenic viewpoints. However you should note the Rongai route does offer hut accommodations, on the last day of your trek, when descending via Marangu Route. Unlike camping grounds, hut accommodations on the mountain tend to fill up very quickly.

Question 5

How Long Is The First Hike From Machame Gate To Machame Camp?

Accepted Answer

It takes approximately 3-4 hours to get from Machame Gate to Machame Camp. However because you'll be starting the hike late in the afternoon, expect to get to the first campsite after dark.

Question 6

How Challenging Is The Summit Push To Uhuru Peak?

Accepted Answer

The summit push to Uhuru Peak is going to be the most demanding part of your overall Kilimanjaro trek. Aside from hiking in the dark, you'll be challenged by a long and steep 8-hour ascend to the summit.

Mount Kilimanjaro’s Machame Route 7 Days Itinerary

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