Kilimanjaro

6 Days Umbwe Route Kilimanjaro Climb

6 days | 5 nights (plus arrival/departure)

Shortest and steepest Kilimanjaro approach via the Umbwe ridge, linking into the Southern Circuit at Barranco.

Best for experienced, fit climbers comfortable with sustained elevation gain before summit via Stella Point.

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Route style

Steep, direct ridge ascent

Accommodation

Mountain tents

Difficulty

Very challenging

Acclimatization

Short, steep profile with high/low overnights

Start / End

Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro Airport

Why this route

• Fast, direct ascent with minimal crowds.
• Southern Circuit views after joining at Barranco.
• Efficient summit profile for seasoned trekkers.

Day by day

Safari outline

Follow the daily rhythm: early starts, steady climbs, acclimatization pauses, and summit night, all staged for altitude success.

Day 1

Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Moshi

Meet your driver at Kilimanjaro Airport after immigration and transfer to your hotel in Moshi for briefing, gear check, and rest. Extra rest day recommended if time allows.

- Trek orientation with your guide
- Gear check and rental support
- Hotel overnight in Moshi

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Day 2

Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp

Drive to Umbwe Gate and begin a steep, direct climb through thick rainforest along the Umbwe ridge to Umbwe Cave.

- Elevation: 1660m / 5450ft to 2850m / 9350ft
- Distance: ~11km | 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Montane Forest

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Day 3

Umbwe Cave to Barranco Camp (via Lava Tower)

Continue up toward the Shira Plateau and contour southeast toward Lava Tower, then descend to sleep lower at Barranco for acclimatization.

- Elevation: 2850m / 9350ft to 4000m / 13,000ft
- Distance: ~6km | 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Semi-desert

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Day 4

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Climb the Barranco Wall, traverse ridges and valleys, and reach Karanga Camp where the Mweka Trail connects.

- Elevation: 4000m / 13,000ft to 4050m / 13,250ft
- Distance: ~5km | 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert

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Day 5

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Make the final pre-summit push to Barafu, completing the Southern Circuit with multiple summit viewpoints. Early dinner and rest ahead of summit night.

- Elevation: 4050m / 13,250ft to 4700m / 15,350ft
- Distance: ~4km | 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert

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Day 6

Barafu to Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp

Midnight start to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak for sunrise. Descend back to Barafu for brunch, then continue down to Mweka Camp.

- Elevation: 4700m / 15,350ft to 5895m / 19,340ft, down to 3090m / 10,150ft
- Distance: ~5km up / 13km down
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up, 5-6 hours down

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Day 7

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, depart

Descend through moorland and forest to Mweka Gate for certificates and farewell. Transfer to Moshi/Arusha for onward travel.

- Distance: ~10km | 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Forest

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Included

• Arrival/departure transfers, full briefing, and gear check.
• All meals on the climb (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
• Mountain tent accommodation (2-man tents).
• All park and camping fees; guides' and porters' salaries.
• English-speaking professional guide.
• 2 hotel nights in Moshi on Bed and Breakfast (1 before and 1 after the climb).

Not included

• Sleeping bags and climbing gear (available for hire).
• Items of a personal nature.
• Traveler's insurance.
• Tips to guides and porters.

Transport & Assistance

• Airport transfers and mountain transport in 4x4 or minibuses with communication equipment.
• Cooler/ice box, bottled water, guidebooks, binoculars in vehicles.
• English-speaking professional mountain guides trained on altitude response; Gamow bags on request.
• Park rescue team coverage; guides use mobile/VHF to stay in touch.
• Porters carry group gear; personal daypack porters available on request.
• Chemical eco-friendly toilet for groups of 4+.

Pricing

Quotation (nett, USD)

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6 Days 5 Nights Kilimanjaro Climb on Umbwe Route (5 days / 4 nights on the mountain).

Option	Each of 1 pax	Each of 2 pax	Each of 3-5 pax	Each of 6-9 pax
Midrange camping	USD 2890	USD 2325	USD 2150	USD 2085

Terms, cancellations, and notes

• Safari plan is flexible and can be modified to suit preferences.
• Quotation valid until confirmed; subject to park fee or supplier changes.
• 30% deposit on confirmation; balance due at least 35 days before start.
• 35+ days prior: 30% fee; 34-15 days: 50%; 14 days to no-show: 100%.
• All wire transfers payable to Eve On Safari; personal bills payable in USD, EUR, or GBP.
• Children under 16 years old are charged 80% of the adult rate.

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