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7 days
Duration
Full Board
Meals
Year-round
Dates
18+, Adults Only
Age
Africa Adventure Tours
Holiday Type
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Location
Standard
Package Type
Umbwe Hiking Kilimanjaro Route is a 7 days package that takes you in a lifetime adventure up on the roof of Africa. Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest peak in Africa and also the tallest free standing mountain in the world. So, this can be a fantastic achievement if you like mountains, hiking and splendid panoramas. Above all, this is your chance to get up this magnificent volcano during a 6 days hiking tour helped by our porters. You will be accompanied by our crew who will carry your luggage, so you don’t have to worry about carrying your luggage. In addition, you will have with you your own personal chef to cook your meals on the mountain and also a chief guide to lead the tour. So what are you waiting for? Get this adventure of a lifetime and travel with World Lifetime Journeys!
Highlights of Umbwe Hiking Kilimanjaro Route
- Steep, short route with lower success rate
- Poor acclimatization because of rapid ascent
- Very remote and quiet
- Fully catered camping only
- Of all the routes, Umbwe is by far the most scenic albeit steeper route up the mountain
This is a general slideshow that consists from photos of all routes
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General climbing description of routes – first part
Dear travellers, the trek to Uhuru Peak is considered to be a relatively straightforward endeavor; however, ample time must still be provided for proper acclimatization to prevent altitude sickness. The three shortest routes, Marangu, Rongai and also Machame are less challenging and are often trekked by individuals with limited mountaineering experience. Taking at least seven days is the best way to avoid altitude sickness because your body needs proper time to adapt and acclimatize to high altitude. Route travel times range from five to nine days to summit and return to the base of the mountain. Also, huts with cooking facilities, bathrooms, and electricity are available on the Marangu route and camps with fewer facilities are available on many other routes. Further, all huts and many camps have rangers stationed at them with rescue facilities.
As a trekker on Mount Kilimanjaro you will have a support crew of guides and porters who are integral in helping you to reach the summit. The size of the support crew depends on the number of trekkers in a group. A typical climbing group of 2 trekkers will have one chief guide, possibly one assistant guide, 6 porters (3 for each climber) and also one cook. Porters are responsible for carrying a trekkers gear as well as key items like tents, water and also the cooking supplies. However, it is customary to tip guides and porters at the last meal on the mountain or at the end of the trip. The tipping value varies depending on the number of days spent on the mountain and the number of climbers in a group.
UMBWE HIKING KILIMANJARO ROUTE
Full Video Credits to Alpine Overland
General climbing description of routes – second part
Summit attempts are generally begun at midnight because trekkers can reach the rim of the crater to view the sunrise. On the other hand, walking overnight also means the ground (loose gravel) is frozen, making the going significantly easier. Trekkers on the Marangu route first encounter Gilman’s Point on the rim of the crater, which is roughly a 1.5 hour hike from Uhuru Peak. But, trekkers who follow the Southern Circuit will reach the summit via Stella Point which is about an hour from the summit. In addition, both these compare with the Rongai route where the trip from where you reach the rim to the summit can be over two hours making for a very long summit day.
At the summit, for example there is a sign posted by the Tanzanian government. The sign (printed in English only) reads “Congratulations! You are now at Uhuru Peak, Tanzania, 5,895 m. AMSL. Africa’s Highest Point. World’s Highest Free-Standing Mountain.” It formerly had a fourth part of the sign, which read, “One of World’s Largest Volcanoes. Welcome.” But, the sign is covered in travel stickers from past trekkers who have left their mark on the top of the peak. Near this famous sign is also a box containing a log that many trekkers have signed.
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UMBWE HIKING KILIMANJARO ROUTE ITINERARY
1
Day 1
Flight to Kilimanjaro – Moshi
Welcome to Kilimanjaro, TANZANIA. Upon arrival at KILIMANJARO International Airport, you’ll meet and greet our friendly Tanzanian representative, who will pick you up and transfer by car/minibus to the city of Moshi on the base of the magnificent Kilimanjaro Mountain. The drive from the airport is in places scenic, if you consider that the highest peak of Africa is on your left side accompanying you for most of the journey to Moshi. Upon arrival in the city, proceed for accommodation and dinner. This evening you will have your first meeting with the mountain chief guide and you will listen to the briefind for this climb. Overnight at MOSHI HOTEL in Moshi. You will only start your climbing the next day.
NOTE 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi is about 1 hour drive.
NOTE 2: If your flight arrives in the morning or noon time (no later than 1pm) we can arrange full day or half day activities in the Moshi area. Possibility for Camel riding, visit and bath at the Chemka Springs, walk tour and visit at Marangu Waterfall, Moshi bicycle tour, Maasai Village Cultural Tour etc. Possibility to go directly to these activities and accommodation and dinner in the evening.
NOTE 3: If your flight arrives in the morning or noon time (no later than 1pm) and you do not take any activities, you have the choice to rest in your hotel before your next day climbing or to walk and do shopping in Moshi City.
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Day 2
Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft/1600 m to 2900 m
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. Then start your mountain adventure together with your Mountain Chief Guide and the team. The day begins with a 50 minute drive to Machame Gate where registration formalities will be completed. We then transfer through villages and coffee and banana plantations to Umbwe Gate. The trail ascends sharply on a forestry track which winds up the dense rain forest. The path narrows and steepens as we climb the ridge between two rivers surrounded by huge trees. Umbwe Cave Camp which is our first overnight stay on Mount Kilimanjaro, is perched between trees and thick undergrowth.
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Day 3
Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft/2900 m to 3975 m
Distance: 6 km/4 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
After breakfast, the second day of the trek follows rockier terrain with sparse undergrowth and straggly, moss-covered trees. As we gain elevation, glimpses of Kilimanjaro can be seen. The path flattens as we approach Barranco Valley. From Umbwe ridge, the route descends to Barranco Camp through the strange, but beautiful Senecio Forest. Here you will have dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft/3975 m to 3995 m
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Semi- Desert
Start your day with the usual breakfast. Then you begin descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical, but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight stay is in Karanga Camp.
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Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft/3995 m to 4673 m
Distance: 4 km/2.5 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Have breakfast in the morning with your team, then we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section towards Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Once at Barafu Hut we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position. Dinner and overnight stay is in Barafu Camp.
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Day 6
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and then to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (top of Africa)
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft/4673 m to 5895 m
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak (Kilimanjaro Peak) to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft/5895 m to 3068 m
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see, coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
After spending some time on Africa’s roof, from the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site. On the way you’ll be stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Dinner and overnight stay is in Mweka Camp.
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Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft/3068 m to 1640 m
Distance: 10 km/6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
On our last day, after a delicious breakfast we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
UMBWE HIKING KILIMANJARO ROUTE – video 2
Full video credits to Chong Yang
DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL LOCATION
Any International Airport/Kilimanjaro
(price from is available for UK departures, but we can arrange departures from any International Airport)
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Return Flight
Transfers from and back to Kilimanjaro Airport
1 night in Moshi prior to climbing
5 nights in tents on Kilimanjaro mountain
Full Board
English speaking Mountain Chief Guide
Chief Guide, Chief Cook, Porters
All entrances and taxes to Kilimanjaro
Basic equipment needed
One bottle of water per day per person
Camping fees for all nights
Airport taxes
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Visas, vaccinations, passport
Activities other than those mentioned in the itinerary
* Breakfast and/or Lunch on 1st day plus dinner on last day
Tips for guides/accommodation staff
Non Alcoholic Drinks, spirits, beer, wine **
Entrances to activities and attractions not mentioned in the package
Travel Insurance and other insurances
Room upgrades
Personal phone, Internet usage, Laundry
Increase in park fees or other charges beyond our control
Any other fees not mentioned in the itinerary
LOCATION
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Day 1: Flight to Kilimanjaro - Moshi
Welcome to Kilimanjaro, TANZANIA. Upon arrival at KILIMANJARO International Airport, you’ll meet and greet our friendly Tanzanian representative, who will pick you up and transfer by car/minibus to the city of Moshi on the base of the magnificent Kilimanjaro Mountain. The drive from the airport is in places scenic, if you consider that the highest peak of Africa is on your left side accompanying you for most of the journey to Moshi. Upon arrival in the city, proceed for accommodation and dinner. This evening you will have your first meeting with the mountain chief guide and you will listen to the briefind for this climb. Overnight at MOSHI HOTEL in Moshi. You will only start your climbing the next day.
NOTE 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi is about 1 hour drive.
NOTE 2: If your flight arrives in the morning or noon time (no later than 1pm) we can arrange full day or half day activities in the Moshi area. Possibility for Camel riding, visit and bath at the Chemka Springs, walk tour and visit at Marangu Waterfall, Moshi bicycle tour, Maasai Village Cultural Tour etc. Possibility to go directly to these activities and accommodation and dinner in the evening.
NOTE 3: If your flight arrives in the morning or noon time (no later than 1pm) and you do not take any activities, you have the choice to rest in your hotel before your next day climbing or to walk and do shopping in Moshi City.
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Day 2: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft/1600 m to 2900 m
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. Then start your mountain adventure together with your Mountain Chief Guide and the team. The day begins with a 50 minute drive to Machame Gate where registration formalities will be completed. We then transfer through villages and coffee and banana plantations to Umbwe Gate. The trail ascends sharply on a forestry track which winds up the dense rain forest. The path narrows and steepens as we climb the ridge between two rivers surrounded by huge trees. Umbwe Cave Camp which is our first overnight stay on Mount Kilimanjaro, is perched between trees and thick undergrowth.
3
Day 3: Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft/2900 m to 3975 m
Distance: 6 km/4 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
After breakfast, the second day of the trek follows rockier terrain with sparse undergrowth and straggly, moss-covered trees. As we gain elevation, glimpses of Kilimanjaro can be seen. The path flattens as we approach Barranco Valley. From Umbwe ridge, the route descends to Barranco Camp through the strange, but beautiful Senecio Forest. Here you will have dinner and overnight stay.
4
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft/3975 m to 3995 m
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Semi- Desert
Start your day with the usual breakfast. Then you begin descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical, but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight stay is in Karanga Camp.
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Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft/3995 m to 4673 m
Distance: 4 km/2.5 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Have breakfast in the morning with your team, then we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section towards Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Once at Barafu Hut we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position. Dinner and overnight stay is in Barafu Camp.
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Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and then to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (top of Africa)
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft/4673 m to 5895 m
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak (Kilimanjaro Peak) to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft/5895 m to 3068 m
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see, coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
After spending some time on Africa’s roof, from the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site. On the way you’ll be stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Dinner and overnight stay is in Mweka Camp.
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Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft/3068 m to 1640 m
Distance: 10 km/6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
On our last day, after a delicious breakfast we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
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