Day 1: Umbwe Gate trekking to Umbwe Cave Camp
Distance: 10.5km | Environment: Montane Forest | Time: 5-7 hours Kick off your adventure from Moshi, making your way to Umbwe Gate. Trek through the lush rainforest, catching glimpses of Kibo if the weather smiles. After 5-6 hours of hiking, rest at Umbwe Cave Camp, nestled at 2850 meters.
Destination: Umbwe Gate To Umbwe Cave Camp
Accommodation: Umbwe Cave Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 2: Umbwe Cave trekking to Barranco Camp
Distance: 6.5km | Environment: Rainforest/Alpine | Time: 4-6 hours Witness nature's transformation from rainforest to moorland. Follow the Umbwe Route ridge to Barranco Valley, where you'll join fellow trekkers. Camp under the shadow of the Great Barranco Wall.
Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Barranco Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Distance: 6km | Environment: Alpine Desert | Time: 3 hours Acclimatization day. Hike to Lava Tower (4600m) for altitude prep. Descend back to Barranco Camp (3900m) for rest.
Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Barranco Camp trek to Karanga Camp
Distance: 7km | Environment: Alpine Desert | Time: 4-5 hoursConquer the Barranco Wall, assisted by your guide. Ascend and descend, aiding acclimatization, before reaching Karanga Camp with time for relaxation.
Destination: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp
Accommodation: Karanga Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Karanga Camp trek to Barafu Camp
Distance: 4km | Environment: Alpine Desert | Time: 4-5 hours Pass through dry, desert terrain, with Kibo in sight. Reach Barafu Camp for an early dinner and the anticipation of summit day.
Destination: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
Accommodation: Barafu Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Barafu Camp trekking to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Distance: 18km | Environment: Alpine Desert/Ice-capped Summit | Time: 14-16 hours Begin your summit attempt around midnight. Witness the sunrise at Stella Point, then ascend to Uhuru Peak, the roof of Africa. Descend to Barafu Camp, and, depending on your energy, continue to Mweka or Millennium Camp.
Destination: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi
Distance: 10km | Environment: Montane Forest | Time: 3-4 hours Descend through the rainforest, concluding your journey at Mweka Gate. Enjoy a farewell ceremony, and your driver awaits to return you to Moshi for well-deserved rest and celebration.
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Accommodation: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner, Drinking water
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7 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking via Umbwe Route
Conquer Kilimanjaro wild beauty on a 7day trek via Umbwe route A challenging ascent with breathtaking rewards
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