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Umbwe Route – 6 or 7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb | Steepest & Most Challenging Route

The Umbwe Route is the most direct, steepest, and most challenging way to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Designed for experienced climbers, this 6 or 7-day trek offers an intense and demanding ascent. Unlike other routes, the Umbwe Route skips the gradual approach, leading straight through dense rainforest and up rugged ridges. While the scenery is breathtaking, this trek requires excellent physical fitness and prior trekking experience. If you're looking for the ultimate Kilimanjaro challenge, the Umbwe Route is the perfect adventure for you!

Destination Mount Kilimanjaro - Umbwe Route
Duration 6 or 7 Days
Tour Type Very Difficult Mountain Climb
Best for Experienced climbers seeking a challenging and direct ascent through dense rainforest and rugged terrain. Tent camping throughout.

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

Moshi Hotel

Pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport & transfer to hotel
Pre-climb briefing and gear check

Day 2: Moshi – Umbwe Gate (1,800m) – Umbwe Camp (2,850m)

Umbwe Gate

Drive to Umbwe Gate for registration
Steep ascent through dense rainforest
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Day 3: Umbwe Camp – Barranco Camp (3,950m)

Barranco Camp

Climb through moorland to Barranco Camp
Stunning views of the Western Breach and glaciers
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours

Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (3,995m) (Only for 7-day trek)

Karanga Camp

Climb Barranco Wall, trek to Karanga Valley
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,673m)

Barafu Camp

Trek to Barafu, the final ascent camp
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Uhuru Peak

Midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak
Descend to Mweka Camp for rest
Hiking Time: 12-15 hours

Day 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate (1,640m) – Moshi

Mweka Gate

Final descent through the rainforest
Receive summit certificates & return to Moshi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Day 2: Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park

Amboseli Hotel

Morning

06:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Breakfast at the lodge
07:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Drive to Tarangire National Park
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival and park registration
10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Morning game drive

Afternoon & Evening

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Picnic lunch inside the park
02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Afternoon game drive
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Drive to lodge for overnight stay
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dinner and overnight rest

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha

Amboseli Hotel

Morning

06:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Breakfast at the lodge
07:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Park registration and entry
08:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Morning game drive

Afternoon

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Picnic lunch by the lake
12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Final game drive
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Drive back to Arusha

What's Included in Your Kilimanjaro Climb:

Package Inclusions:

  • Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters
  • Park fees & camping fees
  • Hut accommodations
  • All meals on the mountain
  • Drinking water
  • Emergency oxygen & first aid
  • Transportation from Moshi/Arusha to Marangu Gate & back

Not Included:

  • International flights
  • Tips for guides & porters
  • Personal climbing gear (can be rented)

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