The Machame or "Whiskey" route on Mount Kilimanjaro has become a popular alternative to the Marangu route.  Machame route can be done over 6 or 7 days.  We prefer the Lemosho/Western Breach or Lemosho/Southern Circuit 8 day/7 night routes for their high summit success and the beauty of hiking more of the Shira Plateau as you acclimatize.  However Machame route, especially over 7 days, is a good choice for those who don't have 8 days to spend on Kilimanjaro so we offer it by request.