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Climbing Mt.Kilimanjaro via Umbwe Route 6 days
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 6d
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Overview
- Thrilling, direct route for experienced climbers
- Dramatic landscapes unlike any other
- Conquer the "Roof of Africa" and celebrate at Uhuru Peak
Activity location
- Moshi
- Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
- Gilman's Point, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
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Climbing Mt.Kilimanjaro via Umbwe Route 6 days
- 6d
- English
What's included, what's not
- Professional mountain guides: Experienced and certified guides, familiar with the demanding Umbwe Route, will lead your trek, ensuring your safety and providing expert guidance.
- Park entrance fees and permits: All necessary permits and park entrance fees are covered, allowing you to focus on the challenge ahead.
- Meals: Nutritious and delicious meals prepared by our experienced cooks will fuel your adventure (dietary restrictions can be accommodated).
- Hut accommodation: Basic but comfortable accommodation in shared mountain huts will be provided throughout the trek.
- Safety equipment: All essential safety equipment, including first-aid kits, will be readily available.
- Transport: Transfers between Moshi and the Umbwe Gate are included, as well as transport back to Moshi after the trek.
- Government taxes: All applicable government taxes are covered.
- Here's what's not included in the price of your 6-day Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route trek:
- International flights: Return airfare to Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) is not included.
- Tanzania visa: You'll need to obtain a visa for Tanzania before your trip. Costs can vary depending on nationality.
- Personal gear: You'll need to bring your own suitable clothing and high-quality trekking gear, including a sleeping bag rated for cold temperatures, hiking boots with good ankle support, and a headlamp.
- Relaxation day in Moshi: While transfers to and from Moshi are included, any activities you choose to do during your free day after the trek will likely incur additional costs (e.g., massages, sightseeing tours). Consider planning some relaxing activities to aid in recovery after this challenging climb.
Know before you book
- In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
What you can expect
Your 6-day Kilimanjaro adventure via the Umbwe Route is a test of resilience and a visual feast. Here's a glimpse of what awaits:
Day 1: The journey begins at Umbwe Gate, where lush rainforests teeming with exotic birdlife greet you. Breathe in the fresh air and keep an eye out for colobus monkeys as you embark on a challenging ascent through dense foliage. Be prepared for steeper inclines and a sense of adventure, as the Umbwe Route is known for its direct approach. Reach your first stop, Umbwe Cave Camp, nestled amidst the rainforest canopy.
Day 2: Leaving the rainforest behind, you'll enter a dramatic zone characterised by towering rock faces and sparse vegetation. This moonscape-like environment offers a glimpse of the mountain's raw beauty. Prepare for captivating views of surrounding peaks as you conquer the elevation gain to Barranco Camp, where you'll spend the night.
Day 3: Today's trek takes you through the Barranco Valley, a visually stunning gorge with unique rock formations known as the “Barranco Wall.” Expect a mix of challenging climbs and traverses, requiring a good level of fitness and surefootedness. Reaching Karanga Camp, nestled on a plateau with panoramic views, provides a welcome respite.
Day 4: Prepare for another day of acclimatisation, crucial for summit success. A scenic hike takes you to the base of the legendary Breach Wall, offering breathtaking vistas of the Kibo Crater rim and the glaciers cascading down its slopes. Returning to Karanga Camp, you'll have time to relax and prepare for the upcoming summit push.
Day 5: Summit day arrives! An early pre-dawn start sees you begin the ascent through challenging terrain, including scree slopes and switchbacks. Headlamps will illuminate your path as you conquer the demanding climb. As you reach Barafu Camp, a high-altitude camp perched on the Kibo Crater rim, witness a spectacular sunrise paint the African sky in vibrant hues. Take in the panoramic views before a short push to the iconic Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement at the “Roof of Africa” before descending to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.
Day 6: The final leg of your descent takes you down the Mweka Route, offering a different perspective of the mountain. Lush vegetation gradually reappears as you reach lower altitudes. Reaching Mweka Gate signifies the official end of your Kilimanjaro adventure, and you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi, forever marked by your conquest of this legendary peak.
Location
Activity location
- Moshi
- Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
- Gilman's Point, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania