8-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition via Umbwe Route

Welcome to Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your thrilling adventure begins! A Wild Experience Safari driver will meet you and take you to your hotel. After you settle, the Wild Experience Safari representative will meet with you to talk about the climb and make sure you're all set and excited for your upcoming climb.

On a private tour, we have group airport rides included in the package. If anyone arrives separately from the group, this individual transfer is subject to an extra cost.

Check-in at the hotel starts at 2:00 PM - let us know in advance if you need an earlier check-in (can be arranged at an extra cost).

Accommodation: Aishi Machame Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located at Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

In the morning, your guide and mountain support crew will meet you at the hotel before you embark on your adventure to Kilimanjaro National Park's southern gate of Umbwe.

The first day's goal is to ascend to the Umbwe Camp for your first overnight camping experience. This significant altitude increase requires you to climb to 2,850 m / 9,348 ft, which is a substantial feat. So, make sure to find a comfortable pace and maintain it. Remember, this section of the Umbwe route meanders through the rainforest, making rain showers a frequent occurrence. Don't forget your rain poncho! When you finally reach the camp, you'll find everything set for your arrival - from a cozy camp to a tasty dinner by your support crew.

Accommodation: Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Today, as you trek deeper into the Barranco Valley, the lush rainforest recedes, replaced by sprawling moorland. If the weather is kind and the clouds part, the majestic Meru Volcano will grace your sight for the first time.

Today's hike is a moderate one, with Barranco Camp (3,900 m / 12,792 f) as your destination. This is where the Umbwe trail converges with the Lemosho and Machame trails going from the west and south accordingly. Set within a volcanic fault, this camp offers a sight to behold. After lunch, an afternoon of rest is all for you, a prime opportunity to acclimatize and recharge for the adventures agead, in the breathtaking beauty of Kilimanjaro surroundings.

Accommodation: Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

This morning, prepare for the ascent up the iconic Barranco Wall. To stay ahead of the other trekkers and maintain a steady pace, we suggest an early departure from the camp. Scaling the towering wall is less daunting than it appears, typically taking merely an hour. Once you conquer the wall, reward yourself with a well-deserved break, capturing memories in the backdrop of the magnificent Kibo volcano.

Next, a more challenging trek to Karanga Camp. This trail features a few small ascents and descents over the hilly and vast Karanga valley. But our experienced guides are adept at setting a pace that suits the group's capabilities.

After a brief rest at the camp, it's time for another acclimatization hike, this time aiming towards Barafu Camp. Expect to gain an altitude of 200 m /656 ft before you descend back to the camp.

Accommodation: Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

As the morning sun rises, fill up on a warming breakfast and gear up for the journey to Barafu Summit Camp. This camp serves as the launchpad for your final night ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m /19,340 ft) - the crowning glory of your adventure. Our mountain team will advance ahead, ensuring that by the time you arrive, your tents are pitched and everything is in place for you to relax at Barafu Summit Camp. We recommend you spend the remaining daylight hours resting and replenishing your energy, preparing both body and mind for the thrilling, starlit climb to the summit that lies ahead. It's not every day one gets to sleep beneath the stars, on the threshold of conquering the tallest peak in Africa!

Accommodation: Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Your group will depart from Barafu Camp and begin the ultimate ascent to the top of Kilimanjaro - the majestic Uhuru Peak, standing tall at 5,895 m /19,340 ft. While technically the climb isn't overly complex, the sheer altitude can make even simple physical efforts feel challenging. To ensure your wellbeing during this critical phase, climbers will pair up, each duo under the eye of a personal guide. This allows us to closely monitor your physical and mental condition. At Uhuru Peak, if you wish, you can hike to the closest glacier for a captivating sight. You'll then descend back to Barafu Camp where after a 2-hour rest, the descent towards Millennium Camp continues.

Bear in mind that 90% of all accidents occur during the descent, which includes the majority of broken or twisted arms and legs. Extreme caution is needed, especially with regards to your feet, as the risk of toenail damage is high. Stay alert and safe as you navigate this final stage of your epic Kilimanjaro adventure.

Accommodation:Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nestled amidst lush tropical rainforest, Millennium Camp offers a much-needed respite from the high-altitudes and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment from conquering the summit. Today, you journey towards the national park's exit: the Mweka Gate.

Upon reaching the gate, a grand celebration awaits! After lunch, the whole team will assemble to congratulate you on your achievement. Finally, we will arrange a transfer back to the comfort of your hotel, concluding your epic Kilimanjaro adventure on a high note.

Accommodation: Aishi Machame Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located at Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Take some time to unwind in the comfort of your hotel before the drive to the airport for your journey home.

You'll need to check out of the hotel by 11:00 AM. If your flight isn't until later in the evening and you'd like to extend your stay, there's an option to book the room for a little while longer at an additional cost.

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks