Start your trek from Umbwe Gate (1,640m/5,380ft) and hike through rainforests and montane forest to Umbwe Cave Camp (2,940m/9,645ft). Distance: 9.9km/6.1mi, Elevation gain: 1,293m/4,242ft, Hiking time: 6-8 hours.
Mount Kilimanjaro – Umbwe Route: The Direct and Demanding Path
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Overview
The Umbwe Route is the shortest and most challenging route, known for its steep ascents, technical sections, and unpredictable weather. It plunges through the rainforest before emerging onto the alpine slopes, demanding physical and mental fortitude. This route is for experienced climbers seeking a true test of their skills and endurance.
Activities: Steep ascents, scrambling over rocks, rainforest and alpine terrain
Days: 5-6 days
Difficulty: Challenging
Included/Excluded
- Specialized bilingual guide
- Private Transport
- Entrance fees (Cable and car and Moon Valley)
- Box lunch water, banana apple and chocolate
- Departure Taxes
- Entry Fees
- 5 Star Accommodation
- Airport Transfers
Tour Plan
Day 1
Day 2
Continue through more montane forest, then traverse rocky terrain with sparse vegetation to Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft). Distance: 5.1km/3.2mi, Elevation gain: 1,010m/3,314ft, Hiking time: 4-5 hours.
Day 3
This is an acclimatization day. Hike up the Barranco Wall (a steep, non-technical climb) to a viewpoint overlooking the Barranco Valley, then descend to Karanga Camp (3,930m/12,897ft). Distance: 3.4km/2.1mi, Elevation gain: 628m/2,060ft, Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
Day 4
Hike through semi-desert landscapes to Barafu Camp (4,600m/15,092ft), the starting point for the summit push. Distance: 4.8km/3mi, Elevation gain: 670m/2,201ft, Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
Day 5
This is your summit day! Start hiking in the predawn hours and reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft), the highest point in Africa, by sunrise. Descend to Mweka Camp (3,300m/10,827ft) for the night. Distance: 11.5km/7.1mi (round trip), Elevation gain: 1,295m/4,249ft (round trip), Hiking time: 7-10 hours (round trip).
Day 6
Hike through rainforest back to Umbwe Gate, where your trek ends. Distance: 9.1km/5.7mi, Elevation loss: 1,473m/4,833ft, Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
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