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8-Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Through Umbwe Route

$ 2,028 .25 USD

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8-Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Through Umbwe Route

This tour includes:

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Guide

Professional Guide Porters

Others

2 shuttle transfers Nairobi-Moshi-Nairobi 2 transfers from Moshi to Umbwe park gate -return 3 meals per day while trekking - Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian 5 days Kilimanjaro trek- Umbwe 4 nights accomodation in camps while trekking Umbwe First and Last night accommodation at YMCA/Buffalo hotelMoshi -Bed and Breakfast. All park entrance fees and government levies English speaking mountain Guide and assistant guides Porters- a maximum of 2 per client

Accommodation

Umbwe Camp Barranco Hut Barafu Hun Mweka Hun

Not included:

Optional

Additional Day @USD180 per person

Flights

Others

Gloves Sun glasses Sleeping bag Hats Rain suits Warm Jacket Heavy boots Scarfโ€™s Rain Trousers Tents Note: All the above items can be hired at a reasonable price

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Itinerary of your trip 8-Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Through Umbwe Route

  • Day 1 Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport To Moshi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport To Moshi

      Arrival in Kilimanjaro International Airport, Meet and assist at the airport and after going through Immigration, Baggage Claim and Customs, Transfer to Adventure Nest Hotel or similar to stay overnight at on Bed and Breakfast basis. We will gather in the evening for a preโ€“climbing briefing and climbing equipment check. 

  • Day 2 Day 2: Moshi To Umbwe Gate
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Moshi To Umbwe Gate

      At 7:30 a.m., weโ€™ll transfer you to the Umbwe Park Gate at 2,100m. The path begins a narrow ridge crest between the Lonzo River to the West and the Umbwe River to the East. It is easy to follow as it continues up through the dense forest. The path continues to follow the ridge, rising steadily with some steep sections and scramble rocks. The route takes you to the first tented camp Umbwe Cave (at 2,940m) in 5 to 6 hours

  • Day 3 Day 3: Umbwe To Barranco Hut
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Umbwe To Barranco Hut

      After breakfast, we follow the trail through steep and scramble rock across rainforest to moorland. The path proceeds steep to the Southern Glacier Branches; at 4000m we reach our campsite, which is Barranco Camp, were we overnight. (6โ€“7 hours walking).

  • Day 4 Day 4: Karanga Valley Campsite
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Karanga Valley Campsite

      The day will begin with a descent in to the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaroโ€™s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will continue trekking until we reach our camp in Karanga Valley (13,900 feet, 4โ€“5 hours walk).

  • Day 5 Day 5: Barafu Campsite
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Barafu Campsite

      After finishing our breakfast, we will climb up through the Karanga Valley; the trail turns steadily uphill, following the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Campsite. Barafu Campsite is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight. Barafu Campsite (15,200 feet) it takes about 6โ€“7 hours walk.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Summit And Then Mweka Campsite
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Summit And Then Mweka Campsite

      After midnight we start the challenging trekking to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro (12โ€“17 hours of trek). You begin trekking at 12:30 to 1:00am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to โ€“10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit. As dawn nears, weโ€™ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru Peak will be the culmination of โ€“ and the reward for โ€“ 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. Weโ€™ll then descend back to Barafu Campsite, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Campsite (9,840 feet) it takes about 3โ€“4 hours walking on the descent).

  • Day 7 Day 7: Mweka Hut To Mweka Gate And Then Back To Moshi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Mweka Hut To Mweka Gate And Then Back To Moshi

      After breakfast descend steeply through the forest on a narrow path, after 3โ€“4 hours walking we will reach Mweka National Park Gate at 1400meters. Our company driver and vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back transferred to Arusha town in order to stay overnight at Moshi Hotel on Bed and Breakfast

  • Day 8 Day 8: Departure Transfer (Optional) As You Can Depart On Your Own
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Departure Transfer (Optional) As You Can Depart On Your Own

      After breakfast from your hotel we will organize your Airport transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.  End of Service

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 99

Suitable age range for the experience. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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