[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”1264″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
Tour Overview
The Umbwe route has a well-deserved reputation of being the most challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Due to the fast ascent to high altitude, this route does not provide the necessary stages for acclimatization. Although the number of people on this trail is very low, the chances of success are also low. Umbwe is considered to be very difficult, taxing route – one that should only be attempted by strong hikers who are confident in their ability to acclimatize quickly to altitude.
Approaching from the south, the Umbwe route is a short, steep and direct climb. After reaching Barranco Camp, the trail turns east and traverses underneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Request a Quote?” color=”sandy-brown” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.12lionssafaris.com%2F6-days-umbwe-route-trekking-mount-kilimanjaro%2F%231553762199314-eae6f0af-b337|||rel:nofollow”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs color=”sandy-brown” active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section title=”Itinerary (Day by Day)” tab_id=”1553760574531-ffaaf3fb-75f4″][vc_column_text]
DAY 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp
Drive from Moshi to the Umbwe Gate. Commence the climb through the rain forest with packed lunch on route. Dinner and overnight at the first encampment at 2800 meters (9186 ft).
DAY 2: To Horombo Camp
After breakfast, we leave the glades of the forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorland to the Barranco Hut located at 3900 meters (12,795 ft). Dinner and overnight at the campsite.
DAY 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
DAY 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am),, we continue our way to the summit. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (5685m / 18,652 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting).
From Stella Point, you will encounter snow all they way on your 2-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, we have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.
It can be very cold at night at these elevations, but it will be quite warm by the end of the hiking day. You will want clothing for both extremes with you.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon.
Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Beer and soda may be available for purchase at the Mweka Hut — the only location on this route.
DAY 6: Mweka Camp to Moshi
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Price Include” tab_id=”1553760574696-2544c12b-3167″][vc_column_text]
- 2 transfers from Moshi to Umbwe park gate – return
- 3 meals per day while trekking – Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian
- 6 days Kilimanjaro trek – Umbwe
- 5 nights accommodation in camps while trekking Umbwe
- First and Last night accommodations at a designated hotel / lodge – Bed and Breakfast
- All park entrance fees and government levies
- English speaking mountain Guide and assistant guides
- Porters- a maximum of 3 per client
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Price Exclude” tab_id=”1553762096737-c1e41927-bee7″][vc_column_text]
- Gloves, sun glasses, hats, rain gear, jackets, etc…
- Camping gear like sleeping bags and tents (but these can be hired at a reasonable price)
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Book Now” tab_id=”1553762199314-eae6f0af-b337″][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_tabs][/vc_column][/vc_row]