7 Days Discover Mt Kilimanjaro via Umbwe Route Hiking

Your adventure begins after a hearty breakfast as you depart for the Umbwe Gate, where you'll complete the necessary formalities before embarking on your hike. The first leg of your journey takes you through the lush and enchanting rainforest, with a packed lunch in tow to keep you energized along the way. Elevation: You'll start at 1660 meters (5450 feet) and ascend to 2850 meters (9350 feet). Distance: Today's hike covers 11 kilometers (7 miles). Hiking Time: Plan for approximately 5-6 hours of hiking. Habitat: You'll be surrounded by the mystical Montane Forest. Meals: Lunch, Breakfast and dinner will be provided.

Destination: Umbwe Gate To Umbwe Cave Camp

Accommodation: Umbwe Cave Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

After a satisfying breakfast at Umbwe Camp, it's time to bid adieu to the rainforest and welcome the open moorland terrain. The path leads you upwards as you head towards Barranco Camp, where you'll enjoy dinner and spend the night. Elevation: You'll ascend from 2850 meters (9350 feet) to 4000 meters (13,000 feet). Distance: Today's journey spans 6 kilometers (4 miles). Hiking Time: Expect 4-5 hours of hiking. Habitat: You'll find yourself in the semi-desert landscape. Meals: Today's meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp

Accommodation: Barranco Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today, you'll take a break from hiking to acclimatize to the high altitude. It's a day of rest and relaxation at Barranco Camp, allowing you to adapt to the changing conditions. Elevation: You'll remain at 4050 meters (13,250 feet). Distance: No hiking today. Hiking Time: A day of leisure with no hiking involved. Habitat: Enjoy the serene atmosphere of the Alpine Desert. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.

Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp

Accommodation: Barranco Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Post-breakfast at Barranco Camp, you'll embark on a hike up the Barranco Wall, making your way to the Karanga Valley and the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail. Elevation: Today, you'll hike from 4000 meters (13,000 feet) to 4050 meters (13,250 feet). Distance: The day's hike covers 5 kilometers (3 miles). Hiking Time: Plan for 3-4 hours of hiking. Habitat: The landscape remains the Alpine Desert. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

Destination: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

Accommodation: Karanga Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

After breakfast at Karanga Camp, you'll proceed to Barafu Camp, marking the completion of the South Circuit. This segment offers stunning views of the summit from various angles. You'll spend the day relaxing, preparing for the summit push, and enjoying dinner under the African night sky. Elevation: Today's hike takes you from 4050 meters (13,250 feet) to 4700 meters (15,350 feet). Distance: You'll cover 4 kilometers (2 miles). Hiking Time: Anticipate 3-4 hours of hiking. Habitat: You'll still be in the Alpine Desert. Meals: All meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, are provided.

Destination: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

Accommodation: Barafu Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

In the wee hours of the morning, between midnight and 2 AM, you'll embark on the most challenging part of your journey. The route leads to the summit, passing between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. After a grueling ascent, you'll reach Stella Point on the crater rim, where you can rest briefly and witness an awe-inspiring sunrise. From there, the final push to Uhuru Peak await, making you the conqueror of Mount Kilimanjaro. The descent begins with a stop at Barafu Camp for lunch, followed by the journey to Mweka Camp. Gaiters and hiking poles may be useful for navigating the loose gravel during this descent. Elevation: From 4700 meters (15,350 feet) to the summit at 5895 meters (19,340 feet) and then down to 3090 meters (10,150 feet). Distance: You'll cover 5 kilometers uphill and 13 kilometers downhill. Hiking Time: Plan for 5-7 hours of ascent and 5-6 hours of descent. Habitat: This leg includes stone scree and the ice-capped summit. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served.

Destination: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp

Accommodation: Mweka Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

After breakfast at Mweka Camp, it's time for the final descent towards the Mweka Park Gate, where you'll receive your well-deserved summit certificate. This marks the end of your extraordinary journey on Mount Kilimanjaro. Elevation: Descend from 3090 meters (10,150 feet) to 1680 meters (5500 feet). Distance: Today's hike covers 10 kilometers (6 miles). Hiking Time: Expect 3-4 hours of hiking. Habitat: You'll be back in the lush forest. Meals: Breakfast is provided.