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Home/ Kilimanjaro Climb/ 6-Day Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route

6-Day Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route

6 Days

Hard

January to March and June to October

Moshi hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport

1–10 pax

Trip Overview

Overview

A guided Kilimanjaro climb planned around a steady ascent, careful acclimatisation and an experienced support crew. Meshuko will tailor the briefing, equipment guidance and hotel transfers to your group.

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The Route

Your Itinerary

Day 1

Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp

Begin on a steep forest trail that quickly gains height. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Lunch, Dinner Umbwe Cave Camp

Day 2

Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp

Climb above the forest to join the southern circuit at Barranco. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Barranco Camp

Day 3

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Scale the Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Valley. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Karanga Camp

Day 4

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Move to the high camp for final preparation. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Barafu Camp

Day 5

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Attempt the summit overnight and descend to Mweka. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mweka Camp

Day 6

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Leave the mountain through forest and collect your certificate. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.

Breakfast, Lunch

Logistics

What's Included

Included

Professional mountain guide and support crew
Park and rescue fees
Mountain meals and camping or hut accommodation
Transfers to and from the gate
Safety monitoring during the climb

Not Included

International flights
Personal climbing gear
Tips for mountain crew
Visa and travel insurance

Good To Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need technical climbing experience?

No technical climbing is needed, but preparation and a good level of fitness are essential.

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Quick Facts

Duration6 days
DifficultyHard
Best SeasonJanuary to March and June to October
Starts AtMoshi hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport
Group Size1–10 people

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