8 Days Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route Trek Tour

Package Overview

(8 Days Total: Arrival + 6 Trekking Days + Departure)
Start/End: Arusha or Moshi
Route: Umbwe Gate – Barranco – Barafu – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Gate
Difficulty: Challenging (Steep, fast ascent)
Best Time to Climb: January–March & June–October

The Umbwe Route is Kilimanjaro’s steepest and most direct trail, perfect for experienced trekkers seeking a challenge and solitude. Though physically demanding, the route is scenic, passing through dense rainforest, ridges, and valleys before merging with the Machame Route at Barranco Camp. With fewer climbers and faster elevation gain, the Umbwe Route requires excellent physical fitness and prior hiking experience.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Arusha or Moshi

  Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Briefing with your mountain guide, gear check, and overnight rest.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : Umbwe Gate (1,800m) – Umbwe Cave Camp (2,850m)

  Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
  
  Distance: 11 km
  
  Vegetation Zone: Rainforest
  Drive to Umbwe Gate, register with park authorities, and begin your steep climb through lush forest and giant trees. Arrive at Umbwe Cave Camp for dinner and overnight.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 3 : Umbwe Cave – Barranco Camp (3,950m)

  Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
  
  Distance: 6 km
  
  Vegetation Zone: Heath
  Today’s trek is shorter but steeper, emerging from the forest into moorland and heath. Reach Barranco Camp, where Umbwe Route joins the Machame Route. Enjoy views of the southern glaciers.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 4 : Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (3,995m)

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 5 km
  Trek up the Barranco Wall, a fun and challenging scramble with rewarding views. Descend into the Karanga Valley and climb back up to Karanga Camp for overnight. This day helps with acclimatization.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 5 : Karanga – Barafu Camp (4,673m)

  Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  
  Distance: 4 km
  Ascend steadily across alpine desert terrain to Barafu Camp, the base camp for summit night. Eat an early dinner and rest before midnight summit push.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 6 : Barafu – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

  Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
  
  Distance: ~15 km
  Begin the midnight summit attempt to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. Pass Stella Point (5,739m) at sunrise, then reach the summit. Celebrate briefly and descend to Mweka Camp for rest.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 7 : Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Transfer to Arusha/Moshi

  Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  
  Distance: 10 km
  Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, collect your certificate, and return to your hotel for a hot shower and celebration dinner.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 8 : Departure

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight. Congratulations on conquering one of Kilimanjaro’s toughest trails!

  • Themes Hiking

Inclusions

• Hotel
• All airport transfers (Arusha or Moshi)
• 2 nights in hotel/lodge (pre & post trek)
• Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, VAT
• Professional certified mountain guides, porters, and cook
• All meals on the mountain (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Tents, sleeping mats, tables, and chairs
• Water for drinking & washing
• Emergency oxygen & first aid kit
• Portable toilet (on request)
• Certificate of summit achievement

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzania visa ($50)
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, clothing, poles, etc.)
• Tips for guides, cook, and porters
• Personal expenses (laundry, alcohol, snacks)
• Travel insurance (required)

Price & Rates

Package Start From

• Arusha, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Ward Rau - postal code- 25103, Moshi, Tanzania - 25120
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