Mount clilimanjaro climbing through Umbwe route
- Days 06 Private Tour Available
- From ₹ 152,000.00 Check Group Discount
- Free Cancellation
- Best Price Gurantee
About this activity
- Instant Booking
- Free Cancellation Free cancellation up to 35 day(s) prior departure, after which the tour cancellation policy applies Learn More.
- Duration:6 Day(s)
- Activities
- Mountain
- Honeymoon
- Hiking & Trekking
- Travel StyleBudget
- Guiding Type: Live Guide/Instructor
- Guide Language
- English
- French
- Spanish
- Tour Vibe Active
- Recommended For
- Couple
- Family/Kids
- Destination
Country:
Africa,
Tanzania,
- Machame Gate - Mount Kilimanjaro
- Umbwe Gate
- Umbwe Campsite
- Baranco Camp
- Karanga Camp
- Barafu Camp
- Uhuru Peak
- Barafu Camp
- Millenium Camp
- Mweka gate
- Pickup
Kilimanjaro international airport / Hotel
From: To:
7:30 AM 9:00 AM - Drop-off
Kilimanjaro interanational airport / Hotel
From: To:
10:00 AM 12:30 PM - Age Range 5 - 95 (Years Old)
Challenge and Adventure: Embark on the most challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering a thrilling adventure for experienced and strong hikers.
Low Crowds: Enjoy the serenity of the trail with very few people, providing a sense of solitude amidst the wilderness.
Direct Ascent: Experience a short, steep, and direct climb from the south, presenting a demanding yet rewarding journey to the summit.
Southern Circuit: Traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on the Southern Circuit path after reaching Barranco Camp, showcasing breathtaking views and unique terrain.
Summiting from Barafu: Reach the summit from Barafu, culminating the challenging ascent with a triumphant achievement.
The Umbwe route has a well-deserved reputation of being the most challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Due to the fast ascent to high altitude, this route does not provide the necessary stages for acclimatization. Although the number of people on this trail is very low, the chances of success are also low. Umbwe is considered to be very difficult, taxing route – one that should only be attempted by strong hikers who are confident in their ability to acclimatize quickly to altitude. Approaching from the south, the Umbwe route is a short, steep and direct climb. After reaching Barranco Camp, the trail turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.
ITINERARY
Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Distance: 11 km | 7 miles Habitat: Health The day begins with a 50 minute drive to Machame Gate where registration formalities will be completed. We then transfer through villages and coffee and banana plantations to Umbwe Gate. The trail ascends sharply on a forestry track which winds up the dense rain forest. The path narrows and steepens as we climb the ridge between two rivers surrounded by huge trees. Umbwe Camp is perched between trees and thick undergrowth.
Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Habitat: Health The second day of the trek follows rockier terrain with sparse undergrowth and straggly, moss-covered trees. As we gain elevation, glimpses of Kilimanjaro can be seen. The path flattens as we approach Barranco Valley. From Umbwe ridge, the route descends to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest.
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Distance: 5 km | 3 miles Habitat: Alpine Desert We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Distance: 4 km | 2 miles Habitat: Alpine Desert We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.
Day 5 Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Distance: 5 km | 3 miles Habitat: Arctic Distance: 12 km | 7 miles Habitat: Rain Forest Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Distance: 10 km | 6 miles Habitat: Rain Forest On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Halal
- Jain
- Kosher
- Meat
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Van
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
- Flights
- Insurance
- Extra Services
Other Excluded:
Covid Safety
Our country has done an incredible job controlling the spread of COVID-19. Infection rates have plummeted and been completely eliminated, thanks to the diligent efforts of our government. Plus, they've put strict safety measures in place to ensure our continued well-being.