Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary Overview
Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary via the Umbwe route offers a challenging and exhilarating adventure to the summit of Africa’s highest peak and the world’s tallest free-standing mountain at 5,895 meters.
Known for its steep and demanding terrain, the Umbwe route provides a thrilling experience for experienced climbers seeking a more remote and less crowded path.
Over the course of the 7 days trek, climbers will navigate through dense rainforests, scramble over rocky sections, and traverse the breathtaking Barranco Wall. As the journey progresses, the landscape transitions to alpine desert, leading to the final push to Uhuru Peak, 19,341 feet above sea level. With awe-inspiring views, diverse ecosystems, and the ultimate sense of accomplishment, the 7 days Umbwe route promises an unforgettable and rewarding Kilimanjaro expedition.
Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary success rate
The best successful summit rate for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Umbwe route is from 70% to 75% reaching at 5,895-meter peak and safely descending back from the mountain. This summit rate is reached by experienced hikers with the best ability to adapt to higher altitude quickly since the Umbwe route is very steep and very demanding terrain.
Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary : Included
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- Park fees
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- Camp fees
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- Rescue fees
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- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
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- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
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- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary : Not Included
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- Both National and International flights
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- Medical insurance
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- Tips to mountain crew
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- Items of a personal nature
Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary price
The best price for the best 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Umbwe route is from $1400 to $2500 per climber that enables you to successful summit at 5,895 meters Kilimanjaro and descending back. This 7-day Kilimanjaro Umbwe route price include the mountain accommodation fees, park fees, and rescue fees. The prices and fees are paid in Dollars, Euros, Pounds, and Tanzania Shillings.
The best itinerary Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary
The best full detailed itinerary for 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Umbwe route:
Day 1: Umbwe Gate (5,905ft / 1,800m) to Umbwe Camp (9,190ft / 2,800m) | 5-7 hours | 8 km;
Day 2: Umbwe Camp (9,190ft / 2,800m) to Barranco Camp (12,800ft / 3,900m) | 4-5 hours | 8 km;
Day 3: Barranco Camp Acclimatization;
Day 4: Barranco Camp (12,960ft / 3,950m) to Karanga Camp (13,780ft / 4,200m) | 4 hours | 7 km;
Day 5: Karanga Camp (13,780ft / 4,200m) to Barafu Camp (14,930ft / 4,550m) | 3-4 hours | 5 km;
Day 6: Barafu Camp (14,930ft / 4,550m) to Uhuru Peak (19,341ft / 5,895m) to Mweka Camp (10,170ft/ 3,100m) | 8 hours up, 9-10 hours down | 7 km up and 22 km down;
Day 7: Mweka Camp (10,170ft / 3,100m) to Mweka Gate (6,500ft / 1,980m) | 3-4 hours | 10km.
Day 01 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp
Rising in feet: 5,905 feet (1,800 meters) to 9,190 feet (2,800 meters). 8 km stretch Hiking time: 5-7 hours Climate habitat: rain forest Breakfast will be provided early, and there you will have a briefing from your guide at 9 a.m. Our staff will take you on the hour-long drive from your hotel in Moshi to the Umbwe village, where your guides and porters will prepare your equipment and supplies.
Day 02 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary : Umbwe Camp Barranco Camp
Rising (in feet): 9,190 feet (2,800 meters) to 12,800 feet (3,900 meters).8 km stretch
Hiking time: 4-5 hoursClimate habitat: moorland7-Day Umbwe Route to Climb Kilimanjaro Rise early for coffee or tea. After breakfast, pack up for the day’s trek. Your trek will begin steeply through the disappearing rainforest glades before ascending into the drier air of Giant Erica and heathland terrain, where the vegetation is sparse with small shrubs. If the clouds have parted enough, you will continue on an exposed ridge that will provide your first view of Uhuru Peak.
Day 03 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary :Barranco Camp Acclimatization
Stretch:10 km
Hiking time: 7 hours
Climate
habitat: moorland
You will spend Day 3 exploring near Barranco Camp for much-needed acclimatization. Keep your camera handy to capture the scenery of the grass-clad campsite. Many trekkers rank this as their favorite camp on this trail, which is another reason this is the perfect spot for your acclimatization day. Choose the 6-day Umbwe itinerary if you are confident in your body’s ability to acclimate well.
Day 04 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary :Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Rising (ft): 12,960ft /3,950m to 13,780ft/4,200m
Stretch: 7 km
Hiking time: 4 hours
Climatic habitat: MoorlandAfter sleeping below the Great Barranco Wall, you get your chance to tackle this hurdle. Don’t worry. It’s much easier than it looks Continue up until you reach just below the hem of the glacier. Then head down through the Karanga Valley.
Day 05 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary :Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Rising (ft): 13,780ft (4,200 m) to 14,930ft (4,550 m). Stretch: 5 km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Climate habitat: Alpine desert
After breakfast, you’ll head east, crossing over multiple ridges and valleys until you join up with the Mweka Route and turn left to continue up the ridge for an hour to reach the Barafu Hut.
Day 06 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary :SUMMIT DAY! Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Rising (ft): 14,930ft (4,550 m) to 19,340ft (5,895 m) to 10,170 ft (3,100 m). Stretch: 7 km up and 22 km down Hiking time: 8 hours up, 9-10 hours down Climate habitat: Arctic Wake at 11:30 PM for tea or coffee and biscuits, and then depart Barafu on your bid for the peak. You will climb for 6 hours through thick scree, following multiple switchbacks between the Ratzel and Rebmann glaciers, until you reach Stella Point (18,650 ft/5,685 m).
Day 07 of Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route 7 Days Itinerary :Mweka Camp to Moshi
Elevation (ft): 10,000 ft to 5,400 ft
Distance: 10 kmHiking
Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
Half BoardAfter breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). Zoom Tours’ vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi.