Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe
Elevation: Approximately 1,600 m to 2,850–2,900 m
Distance: Approximately 9–11 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
After breakfast at your hotel in Moshi, you will drive to the Umbwe Gate. After completing registration and meeting the mountain crew, your trek begins.
The trail initially passes through cultivated areas before entering the dense montane forest. The Umbwe Route is steep from the beginning, following a narrow ridge with sections of exposed roots, rocks and uneven ground.
Your guide will set a slow and comfortable pace, allowing you to conserve energy for the days ahead.
You will arrive at Umbwe Camp, where the crew will have prepared your tent and a hot meal.
Overnight: Umbwe Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp
Elevation: Approximately 2,850–2,900 m to 3,950–3,976 m
Distance: Approximately 6 km
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland / Heather
After breakfast, you leave Umbwe Camp and continue climbing through the upper forest before entering the moorland and heath vegetation zone.
The trail becomes more open as you gain elevation. You will continue along the Umbwe ridge, with dramatic views appearing as the vegetation becomes shorter.
As you approach Barranco, you enter an alpine landscape characterized by giant senecios and lobelias.
The day ends at Barranco Camp, located beneath the impressive Barranco Wall.
Take time to rest, hydrate and prepare for the following day's hike.
Overnight: Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp via Barranco Wall
Elevation: Approximately 3,950–3,976 m to 4,000–4,050 m
Distance: Approximately 5 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, you begin one of the most memorable sections of the Umbwe Route.
The trail descends slightly into the Barranco ravine before climbing the famous Barranco Wall.
The wall is steep but does not require technical climbing equipment. Your experienced guide will help you choose the safest line and maintain a steady pace.
After reaching the top of the wall, the trail continues across a series of ridges and valleys before descending toward Karanga Valley.
A final climb takes you to Karanga Camp.
Although this is a relatively short hiking day, it is an important opportunity to rest and prepare for the higher elevations ahead.
Overnight: Karanga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: Approximately 4,000–4,050 m to 4,650–4,700 m
Distance: Approximately 4 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, you leave Karanga Camp and continue toward Barafu.
The trail climbs steadily through rocky alpine desert terrain. You will eventually reach Barafu Camp, the high camp used for the summit attempt.
Barafu means “ice” in Swahili, reflecting the cold and exposed environment at this altitude.
From Barafu Camp, you may have impressive views toward Kibo and Mawenzi, depending on weather conditions.
You will have an early dinner and receive a summit briefing from your guide. Prepare your warm clothing, headlamp, water and summit equipment before going to bed.
Try to get as much rest as possible because your summit attempt will begin around midnight.
Overnight: Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp: Approximately 4,650–4,700 m
Stella Point: Approximately 5,739 m
Uhuru Peak: 5,895 m
Mweka Camp: Approximately 3,100 m
Hiking Time: Approximately 12–15 hours depending on conditions
This is the most demanding and rewarding day of your Kilimanjaro trek.
You will wake around midnight and have a light meal and hot drink before beginning the summit climb.
The trail climbs slowly through rocky terrain toward Stella Point, located on the crater rim of Kibo.
Your guide will maintain a very slow pace, commonly described by the Swahili expression “pole pole”, which means “slowly slowly.”
At Stella Point, you will have a short rest before continuing around the crater rim toward Uhuru Peak.
Uhuru Peak – 5,895 m
You will finally reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Take time to celebrate your achievement and enjoy the incredible views when weather conditions allow. Your guide will assist with photographs and ensure you remain safe at this extreme altitude.
After the summit, you descend back toward Barafu Camp for a short rest and then continue down to Mweka Camp.
The descent is long, but reaching the lower altitude of Mweka Camp provides important recovery after the summit effort.
Overnight: Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: Approximately 3,100 m to 1,640 m
Distance: Approximately 8–10 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
After breakfast, you begin your final descent through the beautiful montane forest.
The trail becomes greener and more comfortable as you lose altitude.
At Mweka Gate, you will complete the park exit procedures and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate if you successfully reached Stella Point or Uhuru Peak.
After saying goodbye to your mountain crew, you will be transferred back to Moshi.
Enjoy a hot shower, a comfortable hotel and a well-earned celebration after completing your Kilimanjaro adventure.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

GROUP SIZE	AMOUNT(US DOLLAR)
1 Person	$1950
2-4 People	$1850
5-7 People	$1800
8-10 People	$1750

PRICE INCLUDES

Transfers:

Return transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to accommodation in Moshi; Return transfer from accommodation in Moshi to the entry gate into Kilimanjaro National Park.

Entry fees:

Park Fees: all park fees collected by Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all others).

Accommodation:

Accommodation at hotel one night before and one night after 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 );
Please note: by default, you will share a room and a tent with your travel companion. If you travel solo on a group expedition, we will room you with a same-sex participant. Single supplement is available upon request.

Meals:

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).

Hiking and safety equipment:

Comfortable sleeping mats;
All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
Complete medical kits including Diamox.
Private portable Toilet.

Climbing crew:

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.).

Taxes:

18% VAT, 1% TDL and 0.3% Service Levy.

PRICE EXCLUDE

International flights;
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);