Machame Route

 

The Bold & Beautiful Way Up Kilimanjaro

Known as “The Whiskey Route” strong, scenic, and unforgettable.

This is the classic climb. The one people talk about. The one you’ll remember forever. At EXG Safaris, we’ve guided thousands of travelers safely up Machame and watched them stand proudly on the Roof of Africa.

The Journey Begins

The trail starts deep in the rainforest, where the air is rich and the ground is soft. Birds sing. Trees stretch tall. It’s quiet. Pure. Alive

As you hike higher, the world transforms. Each day, a new climate zone. Jungle ➝ Heath ➝ Alpine Desert ➝ Glaciers ➝ The Summit. It’s like walking from the equator to the North Pole in just one week.

Our Expert Recommendation: Choose the 7-Day Route

We offer only the 7-day itinerary on Machame because it’s safer, smarter, and more successful. Here’s why it matters: Extra night at Karanga Camp = better rest + better acclimatization -Higher summit success rate-More time to adjust = less risk of altitude sickness

Important: The 6-day route skips a critical acclimatization day. It’s faster but riskier. Many low-budget operators push it, but we don’t. Not for beginners. Not for anyone who cares about safety.

Machame Route Summit Success Rates (Based on 2,000+ EXG Climbs) Machame 6-Day → Uhuru Peak: 87.3% - Machame 7-Day → Uhuru Peak: 93.1%

With the 7-day route, your chances go way up and your journey feels better. at EXG, we don’t just track numbers we design every climb for success: More oxygen systems than any other company - Daily medical checks (twice a day, every guest + crew) Guides trained to spot altitude sickness early and act fast - Real doctors on call. Real safety protocols in place - Best equipment. Best support. Best salaries = best people

Who Is This Route For?

Anyone with a spirit for adventure and the desire to climb smart. You don’t need to be a pro. You just need to be prepared and guided by a team that truly cares.

“You’ll go farther with someone who walks beside you. That’s what we do.”

Not Just a Route. A Life Story.

At EXG Safaris, we believe in real adventure guided with heart.

Machame 7 is a journey of courage, beauty, and wonder. We’ve seen first-time hikers, retirees, teachers, and teens all stand on that summit tears in their eyes, breath in the clouds, joy in their hearts.

Now it’s your turn. Let’s write your Kilimanjaro story together.

Let’s reach the summit with stories no one else has.