One of Kilimanjaro's most remote routes is the Umbwe one. It begins in the tropical jungle and follows the Machame’s Route, coming together at Barranco Camp at an elevation of 3800 meters. You may see all of Kilimanjaro's climate zones when hiking Umbwe, from the rainforest to the well-known glaciers. Because of its steepness, Umbwe is also the quickest route to Uhuru Peak; however, well-chosen camps are always able to adjust.

Day 1: Umbwe gate to Umbwe camp

Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft

Hiking Time:  5-7 hours

Distance: 11 km | 7 miles

Habitat: Heath

Meals: Full Board

After a brief briefing with a guide and mountain support staff who will meet you at the hotel in the morning, you will drive to Umbwe Gate (1,640 m), the entrance to Kilimanjaro National Park. Following the brief formalities of obtaining climbing permits and signing up with the search and rescue service, the party will begin hiking up to Umbwe Camp (2,930 m), which is your first camp. Do not rush because this will be a hard-trekking day with a significant elevation gain. Finding the ideal pace for your group and maintaining it during the journey are crucial. Additionally, do not forget to pack rain gear because this route passes through a rainforest, where tropical showers are highly probable.

Day 2: Umbwe camp to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Distance: 6 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Heath

Meals: Full Board

Breakfast, an early start, and the beginning of the hike to Barranco Camp. If the weather is not too overcast, you will be able to view the Meru Volcano for the first time as the rainforest soon gives way to scrub. This day's trekking on the Umbwe Route will be moderate in duration, and you will arrive at Barranco Camp (3,960 m), which is tucked away inside a massive volcanic crack, about lunchtime. The acclimatization process is greatly aided by the lunch that will be served here, followed by the chance to unwind for the remainder of the day.

 

 

Day 3: Barranco to Karanga camp

Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Distance: 5 km | 3 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals: Full Board

Breakfast, an early start, and the beginning of the Barranco Wall ascent (we advise leaving the camp as soon as possible to escape the other groups' congestion). It takes about an hour to hike up the gorge wall, and it is not tough. You can relax and snap pictures in front of the Kibo volcano after the ascent. After that, you begin a more challenging journey to Karanga Camp, which involves many climbs and descents. Do not fear, though; our guides are skilled at determining the best pace for the group. A hot meal will be provided to you once you arrive at the camp. Following a few hours, you will need to finish a 200-meter gain in altitude and then descend back down to the camp acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp.

Day 4: Karanga to Barafu camp

Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Distance: 4 km | 2 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals: Full Board

After breakfast in the morning, you set out for Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), which serves as the base for an overnight ascent of Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). To allow you to unwind, our staff will prepare a camp for you in advance, complete with tents and sleeping bags. Following your recovery, you must trek an acclimatization course to the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) before returning to Barafu Camp, where a hot meal will be provided. Before night climbing, it is preferable to rest and sleep for the rest of the day.

Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Distance: 5 km | 3 miles

Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

Distance: 12 km | 7 miles

Habitat: Rain Forest

Meals: Full Board

Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. Hike by the light of your headlamp for the next six hours. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail is very steep until you reach the crater rim at Stella Point. The hike from Stella Point to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately one hour. Upon reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Mweka Camp. On the way down from Uhuru, enjoy views of the mountain, crater, clouds and glaciers. At Barafu Camp, eat breakfast and take a short break. You still have another three to five hours to go before reaching Mweka Camp.

Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Distance: 10 km | 6 miles

Habitat: Rain Forest

Meals: Full Board

You will receive your summit certificates at the Mweka Park Gate, which signifies the conclusion of your Mount Kilimanjaro trip, after breakfast. It may be wet and muddy at lower elevations. Trekking poles and gaiters will be useful tools. As long as you have rain gear and warmer clothes on hand, t-shirts and shorts will work just fine. We will drive back to your accommodation in Moshi for an Overnight stay.

PRICE INCLUDED

• Porterage
• Rescue fee
• Park fees (For non-residents)
• All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
• Camping equipment
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water (On all days)

PRICE EXCLUDED

• Climbing gear
• International flights (From/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Sleeping bag
• Bath towels
• Tips
• Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees