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6-Day Kilimanjaro Treks Via Umbwe Route

6-Day Kilimanjaro Treks Via Umbwe Route

Tanzania flag Tanzania 6 days / 5 nights Camping Private
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Offered by Valour Africa Safaris and Treks
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From $1,850 per person
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Tour Overview

What Makes This Safari Stand Out

Route Highlights -Most challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro -Very quiet and less crowded trail -Stunning views of the Western Breach and Barranco Valley -Climbs the famous Barranco Wall -Summit Africa's highest peak (Uhuru Peak – 5,895 m) -Descend through the scenic Mweka Route Recommended for: Experienced trekkers with excellent fitness and previous high-altitude hiking experience.
  • Duration6 Days
  • Tour StartKilimanjaro National Park
  • Tour EndKilimanjaro International Airport (jro)
  • TransportWalking
  • Travel StylePrivate
  • Tour ComfortCamping

Where You'll Go

Safari Route Map

An approximate route through this itinerary's destinations, day by day.

Experience Types

Included Safari Activities

Mountain Climbing
Mountain Climbing
Pricing

Group Size & Age Pricing

Age policy and group-size pricing stay here in the main content, while the sidebar focuses only on live quote estimation.

Group Size Adult (per person) Child (per person)
1 Person $2,150 N/A (solo)
2 People $1,850 $1,850
3 People $1,750 $1,850
4 People $1,680 $1,850
5 People $1,620 $1,850
6+ People $1,580 $1,850
Age Policy: Adult: 4+ years Child: 0-3 years Free Child: 0-0 years

Day By Day

6 Day Itinerary

Day 1 Moshi – Umbwe Gate (1,600 M) – Umbwe Cave Camp (2,850 M) Main Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park

Elevation: 1,600 m to 2,850 m

Distance: 11 km

Hiking Time: 5–7 hours

Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, drive to Umbwe Gate for registration. Begin trekking through dense rainforest along a steep and narrow trail. The route passes towering trees, moss-covered vegetation, and occasional wildlife before reaching Umbwe Cave Camp for your first overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation
Umbwe Cave Camp Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Kilimanjaro National Park
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water
Day 2 Umbwe Cave Camp (2,850 M) – Barranco Camp (3,976 M) Main Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park

Elevation: 2,850 m to 3,976 m

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Habitat: Heath & Moorland

Leave the rainforest behind as the trail climbs sharply into the heath zone. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Barranco Valley and the impressive Western Breach. Arrive at Barranco Camp beneath the towering Barranco Wall.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation
Barranco Camp Camp Mid-range
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water
Day 3 Barranco Camp (3,976 M) – Karanga Camp (3,995 M) Main Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park

3: Barranco Camp (3,976 m) – Karanga Camp (3,995 m)

Elevation: 3,976 m to 3,995 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall, one of the most exciting sections of the trek. Continue across rolling ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp, allowing additional acclimatization before the summit push.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation
Karanga Camp Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Kilimanjaro National Park
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water
Day 4 Karanga Camp (3,995 M) – Barafu Camp (4,673 M) Main Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park

Elevation: 3,995 m to 4,673 m

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

A steady climb leads to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. After lunch, relax, hydrate, and prepare your equipment. An early dinner is served before resting ahead of the midnight ascent.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation
Barafu Camp Camp Mid-range
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water
Day 5 Barafu Camp (4,673 M) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 M) – Mweka Camp (3,100m) Main Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park

Elevation: 4,673 m to 5,895 m, then down to 3,100 m

Distance: 17 km

Hiking Time: 10–15 hours

Habitat: Arctic → Alpine Forest

Around midnight, begin the summit ascent under the stars. Reach Stella Point at sunrise before continuing to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement, then descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation
Mweka Camp Camp Mid-range
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water
Day 6 Mweka Camp (3,100 M) – Mweka Gate (1,640 M) – Moshi Main Destination: Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 3,100 m to 1,640 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Rainforest

Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificate before meeting your driver for the transfer back to your hotel in Moshi. Celebrate your successful Kilimanjaro adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation No overnight accommodation for this day.
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water

What Is Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included
Park Fees
Domestic Flights
All Shown Activities
Meals & Drinks As Specified Day By Day
Accommodation During Safari
Professional Guide/Driver
All Listed Transport
All Taxes/VAT
Hotel Transfers
Accommodation Before/After Safari
Not included
International Flights
Staff Tips
Personal Expenses (Travel Insurance, Visa Fees Etc.)
Government Tax/Fee Increases

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