6 days · Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro — Umbwe Route, 6 Days
The steepest and most direct way up Kilimanjaro. Spectacular, very quiet, and unforgiving on acclimatisation. We only run it for trekkers with real high-altitude experience.
Day by day.
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1
Moshi to Umbwe Cave Camp
Briefing, then a steep five-hour climb on a forest ridge to Umbwe Cave Camp at 2,940 m. The gradient starts immediately.
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2
Umbwe Cave to Barranco
A demanding day up a narrowing ridge with big drops on both sides, four to five hours to Barranco Camp at 3,960 m.
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3
Acclimatisation at Barranco
A climb towards the Lava Tower at 4,630 m and back down to sleep at Barranco. On this route the extra day is not optional.
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4
Barranco to Barafu
The Barranco Wall, then across Karanga and on to Barafu Camp at 4,673 m. Seven to eight hours.
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5
Summit day, then Mweka Camp
Midnight departure for Stella Point and Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then the descent to Mweka Camp at 3,100 m.
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6
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
A short descent through the forest, certificates at the gate, and the drive to Moshi.
What is included
- All park, camping, hut and rescue fees
- Certified mountain guides, assistant guides, cook and porters
- All meals on the mountain, prepared fresh by our cook
- Four-season mountain tents and sleeping mats
- Mess tent, table and chairs, and a private toilet tent
- Twice-daily health checks with a pulse oximeter
- Emergency oxygen and a portable stretcher on every climb
- Transfers between Moshi and the mountain gates
- Two nights' bed and breakfast in Moshi, before and after the climb
Not included
- International flights and Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance including evacuation cover above 5,000 m
- Personal trekking gear and sleeping bag (rental available)
- Tips for your mountain crew
- Drinks other than those served with meals
- Personal items and laundry
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