Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Route: Umbwe – Kilimanjaro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (as per itinerary)
Route: Umbwe – Kilimanjaro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (as per itinerary)
Trek Overview
The Umbwe Route is one of Kilimanjaro’s shortest and steepest routes. It is suitable for experienced trekkers looking for a faster ascent with dramatic landscapes. The trek passes through lush rainforest, moorlands, and alpine desert, culminating in the iconic Uhuru Peak summit.
Due to the steepness, proper acclimatization is critical. This route offers breathtaking scenery and a more private trekking experience, with fewer climbers on the trail.
Day 1 — Arrival in Moshi & Trek Briefing
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport or Moshi, meet your guides, check gear, and attend a trek briefing.
Day 2 — Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
- Steep trek through rainforest
- Arrive at Umbwe Cave Camp (2,950m)
- Scenic viewpoints and acclimatization
Day 3 — Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
- Exit rainforest and enter moorlands
- Cross steep ridges and valleys
- Camp at Barranco Camp (3,950m)
Day 4 — Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
- Climb Barranco Wall for panoramic views
- Traverse alpine desert terrain
- Camp at Barafu (4,600m) to rest before summit
Day 5 — Summit Uhuru Peak & Descent to Mweka Camp
- Pre-dawn climb to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
- Celebrate summit sunrise and take photos
- Descend through Barafu to Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Day 6 — Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate & Departure
- Complete trek at Mweka Gate
- Receive summit certificate
- Transfer back to Moshi or Kilimanjaro Airport
Inclusions
- All park and camping/hut fees
- Professional guides, cooks, and porters
- Full board meals during trek
- Transfers from/to Moshi
- Bottled water, tents, and sleeping bags if needed
Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking
- Personal trekking gear (boots, jackets, walking sticks)
- Tips for guides and porters
- Personal expenses and drinks