The best Six-(6)-Days Kilimanjaro Umbwe full detailed complete package 2025-2026

The best Six-(6)-Days Kilimanjaro Umbwe full detailed complete package 2025-2026

The best Six-(6)-Days Kilimanjaro Umbwe full detailed complete package 2025-2026 is known for its steep and direct ascent to Kilimanjaro’s summit. This route offers fewer crowds and stunning, uninterrupted views, but it’s challenging and recommended for experienced trekkers. This itinerary includes an extra day for acclimatization, increasing the chance of a successful summit. Below is the full day-by-day itinerary.

The best Six-(6)-Days Kilimanjaro Umbwe full detailed complete package 2025-2026 Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Transfer: You’ll be transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Pre-Climb Briefing: Meet your guide for an orientation on the route, safety protocols, packing guidelines, and what to expect each day.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/Arusha (dinner and breakfast included).
Highlights: Rest, prepare mentally, and enjoy dinner.
Day 2: Umbwe Gate (1,600m) to Umbwe Cave Camp (2,850m)
Distance: 11 km
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Details:
Morning: After breakfast, depart from the hotel and drive to Umbwe Gate (approx. 1.5 hours).
Registration: Complete park formalities and register with the Kilimanjaro National Park.
Trek Begins: The hike starts with a steep ascent through dense rainforest. You’ll climb along a narrow ridge, surrounded by lush vegetation, moss-covered trees, and abundant birdlife.
Arrival: Reach Umbwe Cave Camp in the afternoon. Enjoy dinner at camp and rest.
Accommodation: Camping at Umbwe Cave Camp.
Day 3: Umbwe Cave Camp (2,850m) to Barranco Camp (3,950m)
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Details:
Morning: After breakfast, continue the ascent out of the forest and into the moorland zone.
Trail Highlights: You’ll pass through valleys with magnificent views of Kibo Peak and the western breach wall.
Lunch and Rest: Stop for lunch on the trail and take breaks for acclimatization.
Arrival at Barranco Camp: Reach Barranco Camp in the afternoon, set beneath the towering Great Barranco Wall.
Dinner and Overnight: Enjoy the stunning views and prepare for tomorrow’s climb.
Accommodation: Camping at Barranco Camp.
Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,950m) to Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Details:
Morning: After breakfast, start the day by scaling the Great Barranco Wall. Although steep, this climb does not require technical skills and provides amazing views.
Trail Views: Ascend into the alpine desert with incredible vistas of the plains below and Kibo Peak.
Lunch at Camp: After a short, scenic trek, reach Karanga Camp where you’ll have lunch and enjoy the afternoon to rest and acclimate.
Dinner and Overnight: Dinner is served at camp.
Accommodation: Camping at Karanga Camp.
Day 5: Karanga Camp (4,035m) to Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Details:
Morning: After breakfast, depart from Karanga and head towards Barafu Camp, the base camp for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak.
Trail: The terrain is rocky and barren, characteristic of the high alpine desert.
Arrival at Camp: Arrive at Barafu Camp by early afternoon, giving you time to rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.
Dinner and Summit Prep: Have an early dinner, pack for the summit, and get some rest.
Accommodation: Camping at Barafu Camp.
Day 6: Barafu Camp (4,673m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,068m)
Distance: 5 km (ascent), 12 km (descent)
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours to the summit, 4-5 hours descent to Mweka Camp
Habitat: Arctic to Rainforest
Details:
Midnight Departure: Start the final ascent around midnight. You’ll climb the steep, winding path toward Stella Point.
Summit: After reaching Stella Point (5,739m), continue along the rim to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro’s highest point at 5,895m.
Celebration and Descent: Capture photos at the summit, then begin the descent back to Barafu Camp for a brief rest.
Lunch and Descent to Mweka Camp: Continue descending to Mweka Camp for dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Accommodation: Camping at Mweka Camp.
Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,068m) to Mweka Gate (1,640m)
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Details:
Morning: After breakfast, descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Completion: Upon arrival at Mweka Gate, you’ll receive your summit certificates.
Transfer: Drive back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/Arusha.
Day 8: Departure
Details: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, or continue your adventure in Tanzania.

Includes

• Park fees
• Camp fees
• Rescue fees
• Transportation to & from the mountain gate
• Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
• 3 meals daily

Excludes

Both National and International flights

• Medical insurance
• Tips to mountain crew
• Items of a personal nature
• Laundry Services
• A doctor for the group