About the 5-Day Trek
Experience the Umbwe Route
Join us on an incredible 5-day trek along the scenic Umbwe Route, featuring stunning views and diverse ecosystems.
Challenging Route
Expert Guides
Comfortable Camping
Wildlife Sightings
Join us on an incredible 5-day trek along the scenic Umbwe Route, featuring stunning views and diverse ecosystems.
Challenging Route
Expert Guides
Comfortable Camping
Wildlife Sightings
Activities: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
Evening: Orientation meeting and dinner. Overnight stay in Arusha.
Distance: Approximately 11 km (6.8 miles)
Duration: 5-6 hours
Elevation Gain: 1,700m to 2,850m
Drive from Arusha to the Umbwe Gate and start your trek through dense rainforest to reach Umbwe Camp.
After arriving at Umbwe Camp, relax and enjoy dinner before your overnight stay.
Distance: Approximately 10 km (6.2 miles)
Duration: 6-7 hours
Elevation Gain: 2,850m to 3,950m
Begin your trek through moorland, navigating the Barranco Wall before reaching Barranco Camp.
Dinner and overnight stay at Barranco Camp.
Distance: Approximately 7 km (4.3 miles)
Duration: 4-5 hours
Elevation Gain: 3,950m to 4,100m
Trek up to the Karanga Valley, enjoying panoramic views and unique vegetation along the way.
Arrive at Karanga Camp, where you'll enjoy dinner and rest for the evening.
Distance: Approximately 7 km (4.3 miles)
Duration: 4-5 hours
Elevation Gain: 4,100m to 4,600m
Today's trek takes you to Barafu Camp, your last camp before the summit. Rest and prepare for your ascent.
Enjoy light dinner and rest for the night.
Distance: Approximately 11 km (6.8 miles) round trip
Duration: 10-14 hours
Elevation Gain: 4,600m to 5,895m
Start your summit bid around midnight, hiking through the night to Stella Point and then on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa!
Descend back to Barafu Camp, rest for a bit, then continue down to Mweka Camp for your final night.
The best time is during the dry seasons (June to October) for optimal trekking conditions.
Yes, a professional guide is essential for safety, navigation, and local insights.
Bring sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing, rain gear, and essential items like sunscreen and a first aid kit.
This route is challenging; beginners should be fit and ideally have some trekking experience with guidance.
Each day is paced to allow for acclimatization, and the itinerary includes gradual elevation gains.
Summiting Uhuru Peak involves an ascent of 1,295 meters from Barafu Camp to the summit.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro and create memories that last a lifetime!
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