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8-Day Extra Comfort Kilimanjaro Trekking Umbwe Route - Klimanjaro is a 8 days tour in Tanzania via the Umbwe route route, starting from USD 2000. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.
8 days
Umbwe route
USD 2000
Kitano Tours & Safaris
ABOUT 8-Day Extra Comfort Kilimanjaro Trekking Umbwe Route - Klimanjaro
The 6-day Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route is a challenging trek for experienced hikers, featuring steep, rocky trails and diverse landscapes. Despite its difficulty, it offers a sense of accomplishment and breathtaking summit views. Adequate preparation is crucial. For those seeking a direct and less crowded path to Kilimanjaro’s summit, the Umbwe Route provides an unforgettable adventure in a condensed timeframe.
- Duration: 8 days
- Route: Umbwe route
- Starts at: USD 2000
Highlights for 8-Day Extra Comfort Kilimanjaro Trekking Umbwe Route - Klimanjaro
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
Day 3: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Day 6: Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Hut
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Day 8: Departure
Itinerary Overview
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| Day 01 | Arrival |
| Day 02 | Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp |
| Day 03 | Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp |
| Day 04 | Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp |
| Day 05 | Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp |
| Day 06 | Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Hut |
| Day 07 | Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate |
| Day 08 | Departure |
Day 01: Arrival
>> Airport Pick-Up: We’ll greet you at Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport and provide transportation, including your return trip to the airport.
Hotel Accommodation: Enjoy your first night in a comfortable hotel.
Spend the night in a hotel, the same one as your first night’s stay.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Greenside Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Day 02: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
>> Commence the trek by registering at Umbwe Park Gate, preparing for the upcoming adventure.
Follow the small winding path that leads through the rainforest and alongside the Umbwe river, immersing yourself in the natural surroundings.
Reach the first night’s camp at Umbwe Cave Camp, situated at an altitude of about 2,900m, providing a tranquil setting for the night.
Settle in and rest at Umbwe Cave Camp, preparing for the continuation of the trek in the following days. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 03: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp
>> Depart from camp, and shortly after, transition from the forested area as the landscape changes.
Witness the dramatic sight of the sheer wall of the Western Breach, with intermittent appearances and disappearances as afternoon mists roll up the Great Barranco.
Conclude the day’s journey by camping at Barranco Camp, nestled in the awe-inspiring surroundings. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 04: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
>> Begin the day with a short yet exhilarating scramble to the summit of the Great Barranco Wall, adding a touch of adventure to the trek.
Traverse over scree terrain, making your way to the Karanga Valley (3930m) situated beneath the icefalls of the Heim, Kersten, and Decken Glaciers.
Settle in for the night at the Karanga Campsite, where you’ll rest and rejuvenate amidst the spectacular surroundings.
Reflect on the day’s experiences and prepare for the continued journey as you overnight at Karanga Campsite. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 05: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
>> Bid farewell to Karanga Campsite as you make your way to the junction connecting with the Mweka Descent Trail.
Press onward and upward to reach Barafu Hut, marking the completion of the Southern Circuit and providing varied angles for stunning views of the summit.
Arrive at camp, where you can take a well-deserved rest, savor a hearty dinner, and make preparations for the upcoming summit day.
Enjoy the remarkable sight of the two peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo, clearly visible from the vantage point of Barafu Hut. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 06: Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Hut
>> Wake up at 23:30 for tea and biscuits before trekking to the summit between Rebman and Ratzel glaciers.
Head northwest, ascending through challenging scree to Stella Point for a brief rest and a magnificent sunrise.
Continue to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point on Kilimanjaro. Descend to Mweka Hut via Barafu for lunch.
Trek down to Mweka Camp (3100m) using trekking poles, enjoy a final dinner, and rest after reaching the summit. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 07: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
>> Depart after breakfast and descend to the Mweka Park Gate.
Receive your summit certificates at the gate. Be prepared for wet and muddy conditions at lower elevations, and consider using gaiters and trekking poles.
Dress comfortably in shorts and t-shirts (keep rain gear and warmer clothing accessible) for the journey back down. After reaching the gate, you will be transported to your hotel in Arusha/moshi.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
- Accommodation: Greenside Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Day 08: Departure
>> Transportation to the airport is included after your last night spent in the hotel.
- Time: 8-10hrs
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Inclusions
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclusions
- Climbing gear
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)