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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:
We only organise private treks, there will be only you and your travel
partner(s) on that tour!
Day |
Location |
Accommodation |
Board |
| 1 |
Arusha |
Oasis Lodge |
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 |
Oasis Lodge |
FB |
| 8 |
Arusha |
Departure |
B |
Day 1: Arrival day in Moshi/Arusha: Upon our arrival
in Arusha we'll meet you at the airport and transfer you to the Oasis
Lodge, for an introductory briefing. Dinner and overnight in the Oasis
Lodge.
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 an 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, Oasis Lodge: 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 Oasis Lodge, for dinner and overnight
Day 8: Departure: after breakfast transfer to airport
of Safari extension.
We use state-of-the-art North Face Tents, VE25
| Prices
in USD |
| Tour No. SAV62 |
in high season |
Single supplement
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| 2 clients |
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| year 2007/2008 |
From $1,670 |
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Group Size: 2 Minimum - 6 Maximum
Departure Dates: Daily Departure from Arusha |
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| included
Includes all meals, 2 nights hotel accommodation, mountain hut accommodation,
climb and park fees, porters, guides, full briefing, rescue fees,
Kilimanjaro certificate.
not included
Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa, traveler’s
insurance, medical evacuation insurance (a 50$ value).
Tips to guides and porters.
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