Tour Overview
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
Umbwe route has a well-deserved reputation of being the most challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Due to the fast ascent to high altitude, this route does not provide the necessary stages for acclimatization.
Umbwe is considered to be very difficult, taxing route - one that should only be attempted by strong hikers who are confident in their ability to acclimatize quickly to altitude. 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 Approaching from the south, the Umbwe route is a short, steep and direct climb.
After reaching Barranco Camp, the trail turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field ona path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
- DAY 0: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi/ Arusha
- DAY 1: MMoshi/ Arusha – Machame gate – Umbwe Gate – Umbwe camp
- DAY 2: Umbwe camp – Barranco camp
- DAY 3: Barranco camp (Full-Day Acclimatization)
- DAY 4: Barranco camp – Karanga camp
- DAY 5: Barranco camp – Karanga Camp – Barafu camp
- DAY 6: Barafu camp – Uhuru Peak (summit point) – back to Barafu camp then to Mweka camp
- DAY 7: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi
DAY 0: ARRIVAL AT ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO AIRPORT – MOSHI
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
Upon arrival at Arusha /Kilimanjaro Airport you will meet your SERENGETI MIGRATION EXPERTS Co LTD guide who will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi Tanzania (for budget hotels we recommend KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL).
Settle into your accommodation, relax and get used to the African atmosphere. Ready to start your (6 DAYS KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA UMBWE ROUTE ) the next day.
OVERNIGHT STAY; KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL (Optional)
BADGET LODGE (HOTEL):
- NAME OF THE HOTEL: KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL
- ACCOMMODATIONS: BED AND BREAKFAST
- HOTEL LOCATION: MOSHI -KILIMANJARO
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 1: UMBWE GATE - UMBWE CAMP
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
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 Camp is perched between trees and thick undergrowth.tents.
- • Elevation (ft):5,249ft - 9,514ft
- Distance covered: 11km
- Time to be used: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Health
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner
- Accommodation: Umbwe camp
OVERNIGHT STAY AT MTI MKUBWA CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: UMBWE CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: UMBWE
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 2: UMBWE CAMP - BARRANCO CAMP
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
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
- Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft
- Distance: 6 km/4 miles
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Heath
- Accommodation: Barranco Camp
OVERNIGHT STAY AT SHIRA 1 CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: BARRANCO CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: BARRANCO
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 3: BARRANCO CAMP - FULL DAY ACCLIMATIZATION
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
You will spend more days exploring near Barranco camp for much needed acclimation. keep your camera handy to capture the scenery of the groundsel –clad campsite. many trekkers rank this as their favorite camp on this trail which another reason this is perfect spot for your acclimatization day. If you are highly confident in your body ability to acclimatize well, you can choose the Six Days Umbwe Route Itinerary.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
OVERNIGHT STAY AT SHIRA 1 CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: BARRANCO CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: BARRANCO
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 4: BARRANCO CAMP – KARANGA CAMP
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
After sleeping below the Great Barranco Wall, you get your chance to tackle this hurdle. Don’t worry…It’s much easier than it looks. Continue up until you reach just below the Heim Glacier. Then head down through the Karanga Valley.
This is the last place for your porters to gather water. They will collect all the water for the remainder of the ascent here. You will settle in here at the Karanga Camp. After lunch, you can spend the afternoon doing light exploring or resting while taking in the views of Mawenzi’s towering spires.
- Altitude: 3,960 m to 4,035 m
- Distance Covered: 7km
- Time to be used: 4- 5 hrs
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Karanga Camp
OVERNIGHT STAY AT KARANGA CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: KARANGA CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: KARANGA
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 5: KARANGA CAMP – BARAFU CAMP
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
Awakening to the sunlight dancing off the Kibo Summit, you will enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting out to today’s destination – Barafu Camp. Most of the day will be spent walking through very dry desertic terrain, with Kibo ever present on your left side.
After 3 to 4 hours, you will reach Barafu Camp, where you will have an early dinner and night as the highlight of your trip is only a few short hours away.
At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position. Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner and call it an early night.
- Altitude: 4035 m to 4,640 m to 4863 m
- Elevation: 13,235 ft to 15,295 ft
- Distance Covered: 6 km
- Time to be used: 3-4 hrs
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Barafu Camp
OVERNIGHT STAY AT BARAFU/KOSOVO CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: BARAFU CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: BARAFU
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 6: BARAFU CAMP – UHURU PEAK – MWEKA CAMP
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
After a cup of hot tea and a light snack, the climb begins at around midnight. We continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit.
At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch.
You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. 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.
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak | Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp |
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OVERNIGHT STAY AT MWEKA CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: MWEKA CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: MWEKA
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
DAY 7: MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE - BACK TO MOSHI
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew. Then a gentle 2 to 3 hours’ descent through the rainforest continues to Mweka Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you. He will take you back and after a warm shower, the rest of the day is free to relax, relax at the pool or celebrate your achievement Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!
- Altitude: 3,080 m to 1,630m
- Distance Covered: 9.3km km down
- Time to be used: 2 - 3 hrs
- Habitat: Rain Forest
- Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
OVERNIGHT STAY AT CRATER CAMP
PUBLIC CAMPSITE:
- NAME OF THE CAMP: CRATER CAMP
- ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
- CAMP LOCATION: CRATER
- ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE
_THE END OF TREK_
OVERNIGHT STAY; MOSHI WHITE HOUSE HOTEL (Optional)
BADGET LODGE (HOTEL):
- NAME OF THE HOTEL: KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL
- ACCOMMODATIONS: BED AND BREAKFAST
- HOTEL LOCATION: MOSHI -KILIMANJARO
- ROOM TYPE: DOUBLE
Price Inclusions and Exclusions
7 Days Umbwe Route – Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour
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Price Inclusions
- Tourist Entry Park Fees and Bike entry fee
- Experienced Professional Tour guide
- All taxes
- Gate transfer, Airport pick up and Drop up
- Crew Wages
- 2-nights Budget Hotel Accommodation – Before and after Trekking
- Private Cook and Porters
Price Exclusions
- Tips (Gratituities) to Guides, Cook and Porters
- Local and International flights
- Mountain Climbing Gears
- Visa & Travel insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature