Day 1: Hotel to Umbwe Cave Camp
After a nourishing breakfast at your Moshi hotel, embark on a one-hour drive to the Umbwe Gate. Here, the real journey commences as you trek through the lush rainforest, indulging in packed lunches along the way. Elevation: 1660m/5450ft to 2850m/9350ft Distance: 11km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Montane Forest Meals: Lunch and Dinner
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 Camp hike to Barranco Camp
Day 2 takes you from Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp through rockier terrain and sparse vegetation. The ascent reveals glimpses of Kilimanjaro's towering peaks. Elevation: 2850m/9350ft to 4000m/13,000ft Distance: 6km/4 miles Walking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Semi-desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Stay at Barranco Camp - Acclimatization Day
Day 3 is dedicated to acclimatization, a pivotal step for success. Spend the day exploring the Barranco Camp surroundings, capturing the beauty of the groundsel-clad landscape. Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft Distance: 0km/0 miles Hiking Time: 0 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Destination: Umbwe Cave Camp To Barranco Camp
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Barranco Camp hike to Karanga Camp
Continue your adventure by descending into a ravine and conquering the Great Barranco Wall. A challenging but non-technical climb follows, leading you to Karanga Valley and Karanga Camp. Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft Distance: 5km/3 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Destination: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp
Accommodation: Karanga Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Karanga Camp hike to Barafu Camp
As you hike towards Barafu Camp, the South Circuit journey is completed, offering panoramic summit views. Here, prepare for your summit bid with rest and an early dinner. Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft Distance: 4km/2 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Destination: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
Accommodation: Barafu Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
In the early morning (around midnight to 2 AM), embark on the summit ascent, a mentally and physically demanding endeavor. Ascend through scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim, where a remarkable sunrise awaits. Continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro and the African continent. Descend to Mweka Camp via Barafu for lunch. Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft (Up), Down to 3090m/10,150ft Distance: 5km/3 miles (Up), 13km/8 miles (Down) Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up, 5-6 hours down Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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 Hotel
Descend to Mweka Gate to receive your summit certificates. Lower elevations may be wet and muddy, so gear up accordingly. A vehicle will transport you to your Moshi hotel. Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft Distance: 10km/6 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Forest Meals: Breakfast
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Accommodation: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
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7 Days Umbwe Route Kilimanjaro Hiking
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