6 Day 6 DAYS UMBWE ROUTE CLIMBING KILIMANJARO

Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp (1,600m to 2,940m)

Your journey begins at the Umbwe Gate, where registration formalities are completed. From here, you'll immediately enter the dense rainforest. The trail is steep and often muddy, demanding a strong initial push. Expect a challenging climb through lush vegetation as you ascend to Umbwe Camp. This day is crucial for testing your physical and mental preparedness for the days ahead.

Day 2: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp (2,940m to 3,950m)

Leaving Umbwe Camp, the path continues to be steep and unrelenting. The rainforest gradually thins out, giving way to moorland. You'll traverse rocky ridges and navigate challenging terrain. This day is all about gaining altitude and pushing your limits. Arriving at Barranco Camp, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the Barranco Wall.

Day 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,950m to 3,995m)

This day begins with conquering the Barranco Wall, a seemingly daunting rock face. While it looks intimidating, the climb is surprisingly manageable with the help of your guides. After scaling the wall, you'll hike up and down through the Karanga Valley before reaching Karanga Camp. This shorter day allows for crucial acclimatization.

Day 4: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (3,995m to 4,673m)

Today, you'll leave the Karanga Valley and make your way to Barafu Camp. The landscape becomes more barren and alpine desert-like. This is a shorter hiking day to conserve energy for the summit attempt. Barafu Camp is a rocky and exposed campsite, serving as your base for the final ascent. Rest and hydrate as much as possible in preparation for the night ahead.

Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit (Uhuru Peak) to Mweka Camp (4,673m to 5,895m to 3,080m)

The summit attempt begins around midnight. You'll trek in darkness, slowly and steadily ascending towards Stella Point, on the crater rim. From Stella Point, it's a relatively gentle hike to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement and taking photos, you'll descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for the night. This is a long and demanding day.

Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (3,080m to 1,640m)

The final day is a leisurely descent through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Here, you'll receive your summit certificates and bid farewell to your guides and porters. Transportation will be arranged to take you back to Moshi or Arusha for a well-deserved rest.

The Umbwe route is a challenging but unforgettable Kilimanjaro experience. Remember to listen to your body, stay hydrated, and trust your experienced guides for a safe and successful climb.

• Visit a Maasai village (50 USD per person)
• Balloon Safari (USD 500 per person)
• Walking activity in Arusha National Park ( USD 360 per person), (includes Park Fees , Transportation, Game viewing & Lunch Boxes)..
• Alduvai Gorge and museum visit ( USD 50 per person)
• Local Market (USD 50 per person)

Things to be done as an optional after the end of the tour

>Guided Game Drive

>Air Balloon Safari

• International flights (from/to the client's home country)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• per person per day for the guide and crew
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
• Government imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
• International Flights ( from/ to home).
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
• Tips ( Tipping) guideline USD 15.OO pp per day
• Personal items ( souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc).