{"id":13571,"date":"2018-05-15T23:55:38","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T22:55:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=13571"},"modified":"2019-07-31T09:41:18","modified_gmt":"2019-07-31T08:41:18","slug":"machame-vs-marangu-which-popular-kilimanjaro-trekking-route-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/machame-vs-marangu-which-popular-kilimanjaro-trekking-route-best\/","title":{"rendered":"Machame Vs Marangu: Which Popular Kilimanjaro Trekking Route is Best for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Shortcode [article-inspired-by] does not exist -->\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing at 5,895 metres with unparalleled panoramas at its peak, formidable climbing trails, and covetable sceneries along the way,<\/span> <a href=\"\/v\/mountain-mount-kilimanjaro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mount Kilimanjaro<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the stuff that bucket lists are made of. It\u2019s not only one of the world\u2019s Seven Summits but it is also the highest free-standing mountain on Earth, which essentially puts in the top five of every avid long-distance hiker\u2019s list. Reaching its peak is also a test of character, strength and endurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are seven trekking trails to its peak, each one with its own advantages and disadvantages. However, it\u2019s the <a href=\"\/v\/region-marangu-route\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marangu<\/a> and <a href=\"\/v\/region-machame-route\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machame<\/a> routes, with Marangu arguably getting the biggest share of foot traffic, that are perhaps the most well-known and the most in-demand for several reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which of these two popular Kili routes is right for your <\/span><strong>guided trekking tour<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? It all depends on your level of experience, time and personal preference, really. Here\u2019s our detailed guide to help you decide.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13551\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13551\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13551 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili1-min.jpg\" alt=\"Machame Vs Marangu\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili1-min.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili1-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili1-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili1-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/720;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13551\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/author\/0e53ce\">Stig Nygaard<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/re\/e577ab\">Visual Hunt<\/a> \/ <a href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\"> CC BY<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Machame Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Start:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Machame Gate, west of Umbwe<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Finish: <\/b>Mweka Gate at the end of Mweka Route<\/li>\n<li><b>Length of trail: <\/b>49 kilometres (30 miles)<\/li>\n<li><b>Length of trek: <\/b>Typically 7 days, anywhere from 3 to 14 hours of hiking per day<\/li>\n<li><b>Camps: <\/b>Machame, Shira, Barranco, Karanga, Barafu and Mweka<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nicknamed the \u2018Whiskey Route\u2019, the <\/span><a href=\"\/hiking-trekking-guide\/machame-route\"><b>Machame Route<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> might only be second to Marangu in popularity. But that isn\u2019t because it\u2019s less scenic or not as impressive. On the contrary, the Machame Route, which starts at Machame Gate in the southwest and ends at Mweka Gate in the southeast, boasts spectacular sights and picturesque trails.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason it isn\u2019t quite as popular might just be because trekking it involves longer hiking days, steeper climbs and more challenging sections. The Machame Route is, in fact, one of Kilimanjaro\u2019s most difficult routes to take on, which only means it\u2019s even more rewarding to conquer.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13555\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13555\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13555 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili7-min.jpg\" alt=\"Machame Vs Marangu\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili7-min.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili7-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili7-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili7-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/720;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13555\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/author\/4b0f6d\">romanboed<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/re\/e577ab\">Visualhunt.com<\/a> \/ <a href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\"> CC BY<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Best time to trek Machame Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s possible to climb Kilimanjaro year round, due to Machame\u2019s challenging nature, it\u2019s best to avoid it during the wet season when conditions are rougher. While traffic is high, August to October are the best months.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/kilimanjaro-vs-everest\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hiking Kilimanjaro vs Everest<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>Gear to pack for Machame Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You do not require any special climbing gear to tackle Machame. It might be challenging, but it\u2019s not less accessible. After all, it is one of Kilimanjaro\u2019s most popular trails. For a detailed list of things you need to pack, you should contact your tour operator as they may or may not provide certain\u00a0pieces of equipment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13553\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13553\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13553 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili4-min.jpg\" alt=\"Machame Vs Marangu\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili4-min.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili4-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili4-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili4-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/720;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13553\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/author\/f357cc\">malczyk<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/re\/e577ab\">Visual hunt<\/a> \/ <a href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\"> CC BY-SA<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>What to expect from\u00a0<\/b><b>Machame Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High traffic especially during peak season. Be prepared to take on a 14-hour trekking day, during which you will hike 17 kilometres (10.5 miles). Trekking the Machame route will take you through a rainforest, an alpine desert and a moorland, past an ice field, and if you\u2019re making a good time, a quick visit to a cave. Wildlife sightings and unforgettable sights abound.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Take this route if you a<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">re experienced, already acclimated to the high altitude and looking for a challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13558\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13558\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13558 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili11-min.jpg\" alt=\"Machame Vs Marangu\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili11-min.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili11-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili11-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili11-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/720;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13558\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo on <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/re\/451ea3\">Visual Hunt<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><\/th>\n<th><strong>Mount Kilimanjaro<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Height<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5,895 meters<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Country<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tanzania<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Machame Route, Lemosho Route, Marangu Route, Rongai Route, Shira Route, Umbwe Route<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearest Airport<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kilimanjaro International Airport<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Marangu Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Start:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Marangu Gate from the east<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Finish: <\/b>Marangu Gate<\/li>\n<li><b>Length of trail<\/b>: 64 kilometres (39.8 miles)<\/li>\n<li><b>Length of trek:<\/b> five to six days, the six-day variant better suited for people who require longer acclimatisation<\/li>\n<li><b>Camps: <\/b>Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut and Kibo Hut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons why Kilimanjaro <\/span><b>Marangu Route<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also dubbed the \u2018Coca-Cola Route\u2019, is it&#8217;s most popular. It isn\u2019t only because it\u2019s the oldest and most well-established. It\u2019s also because it is by far the easiest trail, making it perfect for less experienced, timider and not quite as strong trekkers. Not to mention the fact that it has several hut-style accommodations complete with dining halls, washrooms, and even running water (only in the lower huts) forgoing the need to carry tents and sleeping pads, and making the hike all the more painless.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/outdoor-activities-in-tanzania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">9 Thrilling Outdoor Activities in Tanzania<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In exchange for the comfortable slumbers and easier hike to the top, you\u2019re deprived of the awe-inspiring views that the other, more challenging hikes have in abundance and you\u2019re also likely to battle a few crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13554\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13554\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13554 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili6-min.jpg\" alt=\"Machame Vs Marangu\" width=\"1080\" height=\"719\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili6-min.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili6-min-900x599.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili6-min-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/kili6-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/719;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13554\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/author\/494f29\">Thorsten Hansen<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/visualhunt.com\/re\/e577ab\">Visual hunt<\/a> \/ <a href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/2.0\/\"> CC BY-ND<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Best time to trek Marangu Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because it is the easiest route, trekking tours are on hand year-round, though there are less of them during the low season. To avoid the high traffic, June and December have fewer trekkers and moderate precipitation. For even less traffic, March is also good if you can handle the heavy rains.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/essential-kilimanjaro-packing-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Essential Kilimanjaro Packing List<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>Gear to pack for Marangu Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In lieu of primitive camps are the huts established along the trail. This means you need <strong>not<\/strong> pack:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tents<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pillows<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping pads. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind however that you will still need to pack your own sleeping bags as these are not provided at the huts.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/what-to-pack-for-safari-tour-tanzania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">What to Pack for a Safari Tour in Tanzania<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>What to expect from Marangu Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Marangu Route is the least scenic, so magnificent views are less abundant. That said, it does have its share of unforgettable moments: for example, the views at Gilman\u2019s Point if you reach it at sunrise. Additionally, while it is the easiest, don\u2019t take it to mean it\u2019s smooth sailing all the way to the top. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marangu has its share of challenging ascents.\u00a0<\/span>Take this route if you are not quite the experienced hiker, prefer a more solid roof over your head at night, or you need a longer time acclimating to the high altitude.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Ready to reach new heights in Kilimanjaro? Take a look at the <a href=\"\/v\/mountain-mount-kilimanjaro\">most popular trekking tours to Kilimanjaro right here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Standing at 5,895 metres with unparalleled panoramas at its peak, formidable climbing trails, and covetable sceneries along the way, Mount Kilimanjaro is the stuff that bucket lists are made of. 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