7 Days Private Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour via Umbwe Route
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7 Days Umbwe Route | Private Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour 2025

7 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking
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  • Start/End

    Moshi

  • Tour Type

    Private Trek

  • Duration

    7 Days

  • Language

    English

  • Cancel

    Free

7-Days Private Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour via Umbwe Route Overview

Tour Highlights

  • Day 1: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp
  • Day 2: Umbwe Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
  • Day 3: Acclimatization at Barranco Camp
  • Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
  • Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
  • Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (Summit) and descent to Mweka Camp
  • Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Tour Description

The 7 Days Umbwe Route is renowned as the most challenging path to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. This Private Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour 2025 offers a steep, direct ascent from the south, ideal for strong hikers confident in rapid acclimatization. Starting at Umbwe Gate, the trek takes you through dense rainforests, moorlands, and the Southern Circuit beneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field, culminating at Uhuru Peak. With an extra acclimatization day at Barranco Camp, this private tour maximizes your summit success while providing expert guides, flexible dates, and a personalized experience.

Success Rate

The Umbwe Route has a lower success rate (around 60-70%) due to its rapid ascent, but the 7-day itinerary with an acclimatization day increases your chances significantly. A private climb allows for a tailored pace and expert guidance, enhancing your odds of reaching Uhuru Peak. Proper preparation, hydration, and adherence to guide advice are critical for success.

Photos

Scenic view of the Umbwe Route

Itinerary

This private Kilimanjaro climbing tour begins with a transfer from Moshi to Umbwe Gate, progressing through various camps over 7 days, culminating at Uhuru Peak, and descending via the Mweka Route.

Pick up from your hotel in Moshi and drive to Umbwe Gate (1,800m/5,906ft). After registration, trek through thick rainforest to Umbwe Cave Campsite (2,850m/9,350ft), where tents await. Enjoy dinner amidst the forest sounds.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Distance Covered: 10km (4-5 hours)
Accommodation: Umbwe Cave Campsite

Trek from the forest into moorland and heath zones, enjoying views of Barranco valleys and the ice cap. Arrive at Barranco Hut Campsite (3,950m/12,960ft) for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance Covered: 9km (4-5 hours)
Accommodation: Barranco Hut Campsite

Spend the day exploring near Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft) for acclimatization. Capture the stunning groundsel-clad scenery, a favorite among trekkers.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Barranco Camp

Climb the Great Barranco Wall, ascend near the Heim Glacier, then descend to Karanga Camp (4,000m/13,123ft). Enjoy views of Mawenzi’s spires.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance Covered: 7km (4 hours)
Accommodation: Karanga Camp

Head east over ridges and valleys, joining the Mweka Route to reach Barafu Camp (4,640m/15,223ft). Prepare for the summit push.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance Covered: 5km (3-4 hours)
Accommodation: Barafu Campsite

Depart at 11:30 PM for Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft). Climb through scree to Stella Point, then along the rim to the summit. Descend to Mweka Hut (3,100m/10,171ft).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance Covered: 7km ascent, 11km descent (8 hours)
Accommodation: Mweka Hut

Descend through Montana forest to Mweka Gate (1,640m/5,380ft), sign out, and transfer back to Moshi.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Distance Covered: 9.1km (3-4 hours)

Policy

Price Includes

  • Professional Guides: Certified guides with extensive Kilimanjaro expertise.
  • Accommodation: Campsites along the Umbwe Route.
  • Meals: Full-board meals as per the itinerary.
  • Transportation: Transfers to/from Moshi and Umbwe Gate.
  • Park Fees: All entry and camping fees.
  • Drinking Water: Provided throughout the trek.
  • Crew: Cook and porters included.
  • Flights: International flights not included.
  • Tipping: Crew tips not covered.
  • Visas: Responsibility of the climber.

Other Terms

A deposit secures your booking, with the balance due 30 days prior. Cancellations within 30 days are non-refundable. Travel insurance is recommended. Climbers should be in good health and fit for high-altitude trekking.