Umbwe Route Kilimanjaro Trek

7 days—The Best 7 Days Umbwe Route Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking

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The Best 7 Days Umbwe Route Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking with Wild Horizon Tours offers an exhilarating adventure for seasoned trekkers seeking a challenging and rewarding climb. The Umbwe Route is known for its steep ascent and rugged terrain, providing a more demanding but quieter alternative to other routes. Over the course of seven days, hikers will experience breathtaking views, diverse landscapes, and the thrill of summiting Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro.

The trek begins in the lush rainforest, progressing to moorland and alpine desert before reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak. Along the way, trekkers will be accompanied by professional guides and porters, ensuring safety and support. The 7-day itinerary allows for proper acclimatization, reducing the risk of altitude sickness and maximizing the chances of a successful summit. Wild Horizon Tours provides excellent service with personalized attention to each hiker, making this an unforgettable and challenging journey to the roof of Africa.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking
Primate trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Hot air balloons
Internal flights
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp takes approximately 5-7 hours, covering a distance of around 6 kilometers. This leg of the journey involves a steep ascent through dense rainforest, with rugged terrain and challenging inclines. The path is more direct compared to other routes, offering a more remote and less crowded experience. Umbwe Camp, situated at 2,850 meters, provides a peaceful and scenic setting for the first overnight rest on the climb, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp takes about 5-7 hours, covering 6 kilometers. It involves a challenging ascent through alpine desert, followed by a descent to Barranco Camp (3,950m), where you’ll rest and acclimatize before tackling the Barranco Wall the next day.

Barranco Camp Acclimatization Day

Kilimanjaro

The Barranco Camp Acclimatization Day is a key part of the Mount Kilimanjaro trek. This day allows trekkers to adjust to the high altitude by hiking to the Barranco Wall and then descending back to camp. It helps the body acclimatize to the thinning air at higher elevations, reducing the risk of altitude sickness. The day is less about gaining altitude and more about preparing for the summit, ensuring trekkers are fit and ready for the upcoming climb.

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp takes about 3-4 hours, covering a distance of 5 kilometers. It involves a steep climb up the Barranco Wall followed by a gradual ascent across rocky terrain to Karanga Camp (3,960m), which offers beautiful views and a restful stop for the night.

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp takes about 4-5 hours, covering a distance of 6 kilometers. The path involves a steady ascent through rocky terrain and alpine desert, leading to Barafu Camp (4,600m), which offers stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and is the base camp for the final summit attempt.

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak takes about 6-8 hours, with a challenging ascent to the summit at 5,895 meters. After reaching Uhuru Peak, you’ll descend to Mweka Camp in about 4-5 hours. The descent passes through alpine desert and lush rainforest, with Mweka Camp (3,100m) offering a well-deserved rest after the summit.

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate takes about 3-4 hours, covering a distance of 10 kilometers. The descent is gradual through lush rainforest, offering a peaceful end to the trek. Upon reaching Mweka Gate, you'll receive your summit certificates and be transferred back to Moshi to celebrate your accomplishment.

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