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Kilimanjaro is the world's highest free standing, snow-covered equatorial mountain. Now charted and climbed; stories of her resident man-eating spirits are relegated to the realms of folklore. But Mount Kilimanjaro continues to preserve a mysticism that defies all recent knowledge of her slopes.
Images of the towering snow-covered cone rising majestically from fertile green foothills have become a powerful motif of Tanzania's extraordinary extremes. Few could deny a very distinct sense of awe when the cloud clears to reveal a glimpse of the towering peaks, shining bright in the equatorial sun.
There are five principal trails up the mountain: Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Umbwe and Rongai. These are all hiking routes. The most popular route is the Marangu route. It takes about five days and involves walking about 85 kilometres. Click here for a map
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| ALKIL05 - KILIMANJARO CLIMB - UMBWE ROUTE – 8 DAYS |
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The Umbwe Route provides the shortest route, and toughest, to the Southern Glaciers of Kilimanjaro and Western Breach of Kibo. An ascent of Kibo by Umbwe route is one of the finest non-technical mountaineering expeditions. It is a challenging route, unsuitable for the solitary or the inexperienced, and a route off the beaten track.
Please note that we only organise private treks, there will be only you and your travel partner(s) on that tour!
This itinerary starts at Kilimanjaro International Airport - JRO, and ends at a hotel in Arusha or Moshi.
Please see here for international flights for this tour.
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY |
LOCATION |
ACCOMMODATION |
MEAL PLAN |
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1 |
Arusha | Impala Hotel | D |
2 |
Kilimanjaro | Umbwe Cave | FB |
3 |
Kilimanjaro | Barranco Camp | FB |
4 |
Kilimanjaro | Barranco Camp | FB |
5 |
Kilimanjaro | Arrow Glacier | FB |
6 |
Kilimanjaro | Kibo hut (summit), Mweka Hut | FB |
7 |
Arusha | Impala Hotel | HB |
| 8 | Departure OR Safari/ Zanzibar extension | B | |
| NB: You can change to your accommodation of choice in Arusha Town. Please click at Hotels in Arusha | |||
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day in Moshi/Arusha
Upon our arrival in Arusha we'll meet you at the airport and transfer you to the Impala Hotel, for an introductory briefing. Dinner and overnight in the Impala Hotel.
Day 2: Umbwe gate to Umbwe Cave
At 7:30 a.m., we'll transfer you to the Umbwe Park Gate at 2,100m. The path begins on a narrow ridge crest between the Lonzo River to the West and the Umbwe River to the East. It is easy to follow as it continues up through the dense forest. The path continues to follow the ridge, rising steadily with some steep sections and scramble rocks. The route takes you to the first tented camp Umbwe Cave (at 2,940m) in 5 to 6 hrs.
Day 3: Umbwe Cave to Barranco
We follow the trail through steep and scramble rock across rainforest to moorland. The path proceed steep to the Southern Glacier Branches, at 4000m we reach our campsite, Barranco, were we overnight. (6-7 hrs)
Day 4: Barranco Acclimatization
This is a good place to rest a day to acclimatize; you may spend your time at camp relaxing or you nay explore the surroundings. This acclimatization day is important for you to get used to the height and increases the chances of reaching the summit.
Day 5: Barranco to Arrow Glacier
The route leads to the Western Breach and continue up to Umbwe ridge, which becomes the western lateral moraine of the peak. The route goes straight towards the Western Breach and then reaches Arrow Glacier which is at 4,800m.
Day 6: Arrow Glacier to Kibo Hut, then ascend to Mweka Hut.
To ascent to summit and descend on this day you may involve between 10 1/2 or 14 1/2 hrs of climbing. We start right after midnight, to see the sunrise from the summit, also to avoid the mist, and the snow on the ascent will still be frozen. So after 3 km. and 6 - 8 hours (an ascend of 1100m) you will reach the top and descent through Barafu to 2800m. The descent to Mweka hut takes 4 - 7 hours of walking.
Day 7: Mweka Hut to Mweka Gate, drive to Arusha
After breakfast descend steeply through the forest on a narrow path, after 3 - 4 hours walking we will reach Mweka Gate at 1400m. From here we will bring you to Arusha, to the Impala Hotel, for dinner and overnight
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast transfer to airport OR Safari / Zanzibar extension.
| Prices in USD Tour No. ALKIL04 |
Per Person Sharing in twin | Single
Room Supplement (SRS) |
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Each of 2-4 |
Each of 5+ |
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| Year 2010 | USD$ 1602 | USD$ 1450 | USD$ 60 |
| EXTRA DAY FOR ACCLIMATIZATION DURING CLIMBING | USD$ 170 (PER DAY) | ||
| FOR YOUR CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATION IN KILIMANJARO AREA PLEASE CLICK HERE | |||
| Xmas , Easter & New Year suppliment (22 Dec - 04 Jan) : 35 USD per person per night. Child under 12 years sharing with two adults pay 65% of Adult Rate. | |||
| Please contact us for rate of single person travelling. | |||
| NOTE: You can also combine this climb with a Tanzania safari to the northern parks or fly to Exotic Zanzibar island and relax in the white sandy beaches |
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| INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE 2 nights accommodation at Impala hotel transfers to and from hotel in Arusha mountain tents accommodation cook - all meals, chairs, tables etc climb and park fees, porters, English speaking, professional guide, full briefing KINAPA emergency mountain evacuation Kilimanjaro certificate (UPON REACHING THE SUMMIT) AAR (Africa Air Rescue) Evacuation Insurance NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE Items of a personal nature passport visa traveler’s insurance Tips to guides and porters. |
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NB: > You can combine the above Kilmanjaro Climb program with Safaris in Tanzania or Zanzibar Extension
Alternatively
One may choose an extra day for acclimatization Kilimanjaro. which may increase your chances to reach the top.Kilimanjaro Tanzania - best time to climb, precautions, checklist, medicine, tips
Find here a list of equipment that we can rent:
Equipment for Kilimanjaro climb
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