Kilimanjaro Climb Umbwe Route
6 days—Kilimanjaro Climbing Umbwe Route 6 Days
$1800-2200 USD
pp
Safari summary
The Umbwe route is a short, steep and direct route. It is considered to be very difficult and is the most challenging way up Mount Kilimanjaro. Due to the quick ascent, Umbwe does not provide the necessary stages for altitude acclimatization. Although the traffic on this route is very low, the chances of success are also low. The route is offered at a minimum of six days, though seven days is recommended when attempting this route. The Umbwe route should only be attempted by those who are very strong hikers and are confident in their ability to acclimatize. However, overall, the Umbwe route is not recommended and we discourage its usage for our clients.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | None | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Hotel to Umbwe Cave Camp
At 8am leave Moshi to Umbwe Gate .After arriving, wait at the gate while we register your climb and the porters and guides make final preparations.Your first day’s destination is Cave Bivouac Camp, approximately 6 hours from the gate.The trail is steep and can be slippery in some places. Hike through the moss-covered trees of Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. The forest will thin later in the hike and heathers, tall grasses and wildflowers will come into view. Hiking time: 4 to 6 hours Meals:FB
Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
The first section of the trail continues following the ridge. After leaving the forest, continue through open moorlands until reaching Barranco Camp. Barranco is generally regarded as the most scenic campsite on the Umbwe Trail as it’s surrounded by giant senecios and lobelias. As Barranco is in a valley, the sun rises later than at the other camps. Total Elevation Gain: 1,100 meters, 3,610 feet Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Leave Barranco Camp after breakfast for Karanga Valley. The day begins with a 1.5 hour scramble up the Barranco Wall. This is the hardest part of the day and in some places you may have to use your hands to aid your climb. After reaching the top, hike through fairly level terrain before making a short but steep descent into the green Karanga River Valley. Elevation Gain: 250 meters, 820 feet Distance: 7 Kilometers Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
You’ll get your first real taste of mountain climbing today, as you’ll tackle Barranco Wall for a bit of old-fashioned rock climbing. After this initial trial, you’ll continue towards the Karanga Valley, where you’ll stop for lunch. After your meal, you’ll continue on for another 2-3 hours until you reach Barafu Camp. As you’ll be summitting tomorrow, it’s important that you eat a full meal and drink plenty of fluids before turning in for the evening. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Barafu Camp to Uhuru -Mweka Camp
You’ll be hiking in utter darkness, so take it slow and you’ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn.From here, there’s another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal.Standing at 5,985m, you’ll be able to experience a spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view.After snapping your photos and soaking it all in, y’ll begin the descent down towards Barafu camp you’ll stop for lunch. After a bit of rest, you’ll continue down to Mweka Camp to overnight.
Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate -Moshi
It’s a day of celebration today, as you’ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Mweka Gate. Here, you’ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work, and collect your certificate of completion. Your driver will then whisk you away to your Moshi or Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest. Breakfast, Lunch
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