5-Day Comprehensive Kilimanjaro Climb via Umbwe Route from Arusha
Highlights
Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro
nature, trekking, cultural
Private Tour
5 Days
Challenging
English, Filipino, French, Italian
Languages
English, Filipino, French, Italian
Description
Embark on an exhilarating Kilimanjaro climb from Arusha, ascending through rainforests to Umbwe Camp, navigating steep paths to Barranco Camp, and traversing alpine deserts to Barafu Camp. Conclude with a dawn summit attempt, reaching Uhuru Peak and descending to Mweka Camp to celebrate your achievement.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arusha to Umbwe Camp (2,880 meters)
- Transfer from Arusha to Umbwe Gate.
- Begin the trek through lush rainforests, gradually ascending to Umbwe Camp.
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Day 2: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp (3,900 meters)
- A challenging day with a steep ascent through the rainforest.
- Reach Barranco Camp, offering panoramic views of the Western Breach.
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Day 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4,000 meters)
- Continue the ascent through alpine deserts and moorlands.
- Arrive at Karanga Camp, a relatively flat area for rest and acclimatization.
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Day 4: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,670 meters)
- A long day of hiking through the alpine desert.
- Reach Barafu Camp, the final camp before the summit.
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Day 5: Summit Attempt to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters)
- Begin the summit push before dawn, reaching the summit (5,895 meters) in approximately 6-8 hours.
- Descend to Mweka Camp and celebrate your achievement.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |