Others

-Return transportation from Moshi to/from the starting/finishing point on the mountain -Qualified guides with mountain crew -National park fees -Tents and sleeping mattresses -Cutlery / Crockery / Eating utensils -Mess tent (for dining) / Mini camping chairs / Tables / Candles -Rescue Fees -Pulse oximeters -First aid kit -Guides, porters, cook, waiter salaries -Boiled water on the mountain -All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch & dinner) -Guides, porters, waiter, cook accommodation and entry fees on the mountain

Meals

Three meals per day with mineral water

Guide

Proffesional and experienced english guides

Accommodation

The accomodation on the mountain is at the campsite

Transport

We do provide to and fro transport

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Insurance

The client covers his/her insurance policies

Flights

The clients cover his/her flight

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Day 1 Day 1: Drive From The Hotel In Moshi To Umbwe Gate Then Hike Up To Umbwe Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Drive From The Hotel In Moshi To Umbwe Gate Then Hike Up To Umbwe Camp

Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp

Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft

Distance: 11 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Heath

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.
Day 2 Day 2: Umbwe Camp To Barranco Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Umbwe Camp To Barranco Camp

Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft

Distance: 6 km/4 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Heath

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.
Day 3 Day 3: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.
Day 4 Day 4: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft

Distance: 4 km/2 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.
Day 5 Day 5: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak, Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak, Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 7-8 hours

Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft

Distance: 12 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. 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.
Day 6 Day 6: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft

Distance: 10 km/6 miles

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

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Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Umbwe Route 6 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Umbwe Route 6 Days

Day 1: Drive From The Hotel In Moshi To Umbwe Gate Then Hike Up To Umbwe Camp

Day 2: Umbwe Camp To Barranco Camp

Day 3: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

Day 4: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

Day 5: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak, Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp

Day 6: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

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