6 Days Umbwe Route Mount Kilimanjaro

Embark on an unforgettable journey up the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, choosing the demanding yet rewarding Umbwe Route. Known for its challenging nature and fewer crowds, this trail promises a true climbing adventure away from the beaten paths.

Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp

• Elevation: 1600m to 2900m
• Distance: 11km
• Time: 6 hours
• Habitat: Montane Forest

Begin your trek after registering at Umbwe Park Gate. Wind through the rainforest, following the Umbwe River, and reach Umbwe Cave Camp at 2900m for your first night.

Day 2: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp

• Elevation: 2940m to 3970m
• Distance: 6km
• Time: 4-5 hours
• Habitat: Montane Forest

Leave the forest behind, witness the Western Breach, and camp at Barranco Camp. Enjoy spectacular views of the Great Barranco Wall.

Day 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

• Elevation: 3950m to 3930m
• Distance: 7 km
• Time: 4 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Scramble up the Great Barranco Wall and traverse to Karanga Valley beneath the icefalls. Overnight at Karanga Campsite.

Day 4: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

• Elevation: 3930m to 4600m
• Distance: 6kms
• Time: 3 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Head to Barafu Hut, completing the Southern Circuit with stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Rest and prepare for summit day.

Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

• Elevation: 4600m to 5895m (and down to 3100m)
• Distance: 7km ascent / 23km descent
• Time: 6-8 hours ascent / 7-8 hours descent
• Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit

Start trekking at midnight, reaching Stella Point and then Uhuru Peak for a mesmerizing sunrise. Descend to Mweka Hut via Barafu for lunch.

Day 6: Mweka Camp

• Elevation: 3100m to 1800m
• Distance: 8 km
• Time: 3-4 hours
• Habitat: Montane Forest

Descend to Mweka Park Gate, receive your summit certificates, and conclude your trek.

• Fair and ethical treatment of porters.
• All Park entrance fees.
• Rescue fees in mountain.
• Transfers from Airport and return.
• All meals on the Mountain.
• Salaries to the guides, cooks, and porters.
• Experienced English-speaking mountain guides.
• Government Tax.
• Hot water for washing every day.
• Clean, purified drinking water.
• Management and safety procedures.
• Water-proof tents for climbing, mess tent, and crew tents.
• Guides, porters, cook salaries, and park fees.
• Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food.
• Arrival and Departure transfers.

• ips for guides, cook, and porters.
• ALTOX Personal oxygen System.
• Tanzania Visa on arrival.
• Personal Expenses (e.g., laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.).
• Optional Tours (short safari after your climb, etc.).

All necessary items not included can be hired at reasonable prices.

Choose Manyara Travel Club and Climbing for an ethically managed, locally supportive trekking experience in Tanzania.