7 days Umbwe route Kilimanjaro hiking tour

Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be transferred to Moshi for a briefing and preparation session. This is your chance to rent any missing gear and get ready for the adventure ahead. Spend the night in Moshi, getting a good rest before your hike begins.

Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp

Your journey starts at Umbwe Gate, where you will begin the steep ascent through the rainforest. The path is narrow and winding, offering stunning views of the lush vegetation. After a challenging hike, you will reach Umbwe Cave Camp, where you will set up for the night.

Day 2: Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp

Today’s trek takes you from Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp. The trail becomes steeper and rockier as you climb higher. You will pass through the heath and moorland zones, with the landscape gradually changing. Barranco Camp offers spectacular views of the Great Barranco Wall.

Day 3: Barranco Camp Acclimatization

Spend the day at Barranco Camp to acclimatize. This is a crucial step in ensuring your body adjusts to the altitude. You can take short hikes around the area and enjoy the stunning scenery, preparing yourself for the higher altitudes ahead.

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, you will climb the Great Barranco Wall, a challenging but rewarding section of the route. Once over the wall, the trail leads you through glacial valleys to Karanga Camp. The hike offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Today, you will make your way from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp, the base camp before the summit attempt. The terrain becomes more barren and rocky as you ascend. Barafu Camp provides a resting point with spectacular views, and you will prepare for the summit push.

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit and Back to Mweka Camp

Around midnight, you will begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The climb is steep and challenging, but reaching the summit at sunrise is a truly rewarding experience. After taking in the breathtaking views from the Roof of Africa, you will descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

On the final day, you will descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Here, you will receive your summit certificates and celebrate your achievement. Afterward, you will be transferred back to Moshi for an overnight stay.

Departure Day

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure, marking the end of your unforgettable 7 days Umbwe route Kilimanjaro hiking adventure.

Park fee

Rescue fee

Mountain Guide

Cook

Porters

Accommodations during hike

Delicious meals

Accommodations in Moshi before and after safari

Airport Pick-up and Drop-off

Flights (International and Domestic)

Visa

Health Insurance

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