7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb: Umbwe Route

7 days • Cancellable until 45 days beforePickup availableInstant confirmationMin age 16+Guided • Operated by Alaitol Safaris
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Why we love it?

This 7-day trekking experience in Tanzania begins with a hike in Arusha National Park before you start the ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Umbwe Route, known for its challenging trails and rainforest scenery. Along the way, you will camp at Umbwe Caves Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, and Mweka Millennium Camp, tackling features like the Barranco Wall rock scramble and witnessing views of Kilimanjaro’s glaciers and the Great Barranco Valley. The itinerary includes comfortable tented accommodation on the mountain and a night at a 3-star hotel in Arusha, with all meals and drinks provided during the trek. This route suits physically fit travelers seeking a rigorous climb with a high summit success rate. Optional add-ons include personal porter hire and safari extensions to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater for those wanting to explore more of Tanzania.

Inclusions

  • Return transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to accommodation in Arusha;
  • Return transfer from accommodation in Arusha to the entry gate into Kilimanjaro National Park.
  • Park Fees: all park fees collected by Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all others).
  • Accommodation at 3* hotel in Arusha one night before the expedition. You will have all for a comfortable stay - friendly staff, clean rooms, Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool;
  • Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern comfortable 4-season North Face VE-25 tents);
  • Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike;
  • All meals on the hike. You will find delicious energy-rich meals on our mountain menus. Our professional chefs will prepare assorted soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables. Vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost;
  • All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).
  • 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats;
  • All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
  • Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
  • GPS-tracking service;
  • Complete medical kits.
  • Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All guides are holder of Wilderness First Responder certification. All of them have 7+years of successful experience;
  • Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).
  • 18% VAT, 1% TDL and 0.3% Service Levy. Alaitol Safaris is an honest and responsible tour operator working in full compliance with the tax law of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Exclusions

  • International flights;
  • Tips (250-300 USD per climber for the whole mountain crew);
  • Visa fee (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for all others);
  • Personal gear rentals;
  • Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb);
  • Portable toilets (if required - 250 USD per unit, one can be shared between 3 people);
  • Mountaineering insurance. You'll need special insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro that covers high-altitude trekking up to 6000 m.

Itinerary

Day 1

  • A staff member will greet you at the airport and escort you to your lodge, nestled in the hills outside Arusha.

    Overnight: Rivertrees Country Inn

Day 2

  • After lunch at the trailhead, you'll begin your climb. Hike steep trails through lush rainforest on your way to your first mountain camp.

    Overnight: Umbwe Caves Camp (9,701')

    Hours trekking: 6-7

Day 3

  • Trek past waterfalls and giant groundsel trees into the Great Barranco Valley. On clear nights, you may be able to glimpse Uhuru Peak from your camp.

    Overnight: Barranco Camp (13,004')

    Hours trekking: 6-7

Day 4

  • A steep rock scramble up the Barranco Wall brings you to the rolling ridges of Karanga Valley. Kilimanjaro's famous glaciers loom in the distance.

    Overnight: Karanga Camp (13,231')

    Hours trekking: 4-5

Day 5

Hike at a steady incline over barren, rocky landscapes reminiscent of the surface of the moon.Overnight: Barafu Camp (15,331')Hours trekking: 3-4
Day 6
  • Wake before midnight to begin your challenging summit bid

    Wake before midnight to begin your challenging summit bid. Stop on the way to watch the sun rise over Mawenzi. Take time to celebrate your achievement and capture some memorable summit photos before descending to tonight's camp.

    Overnight: Mweka Millennium Camp (12,500')

    Hours trekking: 8-10

Day 7

  • Hike back through dense rainforest to Mweka Gate where you'll enjoy a farewell lunch with your group. Enjoy a hot shower and rest in a day room in Arusha before your evening flight home.

    Overnight: Mount Meru Hotel

    Hours trekking: 4-6

Please Note

  • HighlightsClimb with confidence: Alaitol Safari has been leading treks up Kilimanjaro for more than 10 years and boasts a successful summit rate of 98 percent.
  • Superior, top-of-the-line camping gear and safety equipment, owned and maintained by Alaitol’s.
  • Quality assured: Alaitol directly employs all chefs, porters, and guides (who are all certified Wilderness First Responders).
  • Stay in the largest and most comfortable sleeping tents on the mountain, with private toilet facilities.
  • Carry only a daypack, as porters transport your luggage and equipment throughout the climb and descent.
  • Climb Kilimanjaro with Alaitol:
  • With a successful summit rate of 98 percent (compared to the 60-70 percent average), Alaitol’s Mount Kilimanjaro expeditions give you an outstanding chance of reaching ‘the roof of Africa’. Our experienced climbing team oversees every factor that contributes to a successful climbGuides & porters:
  • Every Alaitol guide is a certified Wilderness First Responder, trained in mountain craft, natural history, and ecological awareness. Our guides are also trained in first aid and are fluent in English, and most have completed over 200 summits. A founding member of the Kilimanjaro Porter Assistance Project and a proud Partner for Responsible Travel with the International Mountain Explorers Connection, Alaitol’s is an advocate for the welfare of our team of porters. Their hard work and dedication are what make every Alaitol’s trek possible.Comforts on the mountain:
  • Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro comes easier to those who are well-rested – and Alaitol campsites are famous for their comforts. Our customised sleeping tents are the largest and most luxurious on the mountain, designed for two people with raised camp beds and tall ceiling heights. Solar-lit dining tents with comfortable tables and chairs allow you to relax out of the elements and rejuvenate during the trek. Hygienic private toilets are also exclusively available to Alaitol trekkers.Safety on the mountain:
  • Alaitol’s climbs use the finest climbing and camping apparatus, safety equipment, and communications network. On every climb, we supply and carry all safety and emergency equipment, including emergency oxygen, a portable altitude chamber, a defibrillator, pulse oximeters, a stretcher, an extensive first aid kit, and three means of communication (mobile phone, two-way radio, and satellite phone).Food & nutrition:
  • Another key element to conquering Kilimanjaro is to maintain proper nutrition throughout your entire trek. Every meal is designed to provide the fuel you need to reach the summit. Unlike many other companies, Alaitol provides fresh food throughout the entire trek, including abundant snacks between meals as well as unlimited, purified water. Special diets can also be accommodated.Acclimatisation:
  • While the trekkers will  spend a total of six days on the mountain this will allow more time for premium altitude acclimatisation, contributing to Alaitol’s successful summit rate of 98 percent.Sustainable Treks:
  • Alaitol leaves no trace on the mountain and takes pride in operating green campsites. Every Alaitol camp is completely portable with no fixed ground structures or plumbing, and we remove all waste and rubbish from our treks.* Please contact us for private quote.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 45 days before start

Non-refundable after 45 days before start

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