Umbwe-Route

Umbwe-Route

6 Days 5 Nights Category (Mountain Trekking)

7 Days Umbwe Route Kilimanjaro

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.

The seven day variation adds an acclimatization day on day three at Barranco Camp.

DEPARTURE Umbwe Gate - Moshi Kilimanjaro
DEPARTURE TIME Please arrive at least 2 hours before the Trek from Umbwe Gate
INCLUDED
Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
Pre & post climb accommodation (B&B) in Moshi/Arusha
Park, camping & rescue fees
Mountain tent & mattress
Professional speaking guide(s); porters & cook
8 breakfasts; 7 lunches; 6 dinners
Water; tea and coffee with meals
NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Lunch & dinner in Moshi
Travel insurance
Visa and passport fees
Increases in park fees where applicable
Personal equipment
Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
Soda and Alcoholic beverages

PAYMENT POLICY:

After clients confirmed their booking they receive an invoice with all details. In order to confirm our clients’ reservation, we require a 50% deposit payment of the itinerary cost and 100% upfront payment for airline tickets. The balance of payment is due 65 days prior to the commencement date of your itinerary. Bookings made within 65 days prior to departure are subject to full prepayment at the time of confirming the reservation

CANCELLATION POLICY:

After clients confirmed their booking they receive an invoice with all details. In order to confirm our clients’ reservation, we require a 50% deposit payment of the itinerary cost and 100% upfront payment for airline tickets. The balance of payment is due 65 days prior to the commencement date of your itinerary. Bookings made within 65 days prior to departure are subject to full prepayment at the time of confirming the reservation

In the event that you cancel your booking, in full or partially, for any reason whatsoever TanTrip Tours and Safari will levy cancellation charges as defined in the section below.
65+ days before departure: deposit non-refundable
50-65 days before departure: 50% of the itinerary cost
0-50 days before departure: 100% of the itinerary cost

After your booking has been confirmed, should you wish to make any changes to your itinerary or wish an earlier departure date, we will make every effort to accommodate your requests based on availability. However, the extra costs involved to make changes are €150,-

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Itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp

Elevation: 5,249 ft to 9,514 ft

Distance:11 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Heath

Day 2: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 9,514 ft to 13,044 ft

Distance: 6 km/4 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Heath

Day 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 4: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft

Distance: 4 km/2 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 5: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Elevation:15,331 ft to 19,341 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 7-8 hours

Habitat: Arctic

Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft

Distance:10 km/6 miles

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

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