Umbwe Route
The Umbwe Route
Umbwe route is one of the shortest routes to the Southern Glaciers and the Western Breach and it’s the most hardest and challenging route on Mount Kilimanjaro.
The Umbwe Route is the trail for trekkers looking for a true climbing challenge. It is a quiet, seldom-used path that can be very difficult, yet very rewarding at the same time. This is the route to choose if you want to test yourself on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, far from the crowds that are found on the more common trails.
While the Umbwe route is a non-technical climb, it does offer steep ascents and requires trekkers to scramble over rocks and tree roots at certain points. It is the hardest and most direct route up the mountain and even features several exposed ridges that are not for the faint of heart. The fitness and stamina of hikers may be tested along the way and it is best for experienced mountain trekkers who are looking for a challenge.
- 6 Days Route
- 7 Days Route
- Please Note: Our price varies with the number of days and group size
- Walking poles
- Sleeping bag
- Thermarest Hiking boots
- Heavy clothes
- Light Clothing
- Hat
- Sun Glasses
- Torch with Spare Batteries
- Water bottles or backpacks
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Personal porter & Cook
- Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour according to the travel plan description
- Meals as indicated in the tour brochure Transfers to and from the Kilimanjaro Airport
- Overnight stays in mountain huts
- All national park fees
- Tents in the route necessary
- Porter loo
- Oxygen
- Camping & rescue fees
- Fair wages to guides/Assistant guides & porters
- Camping equipment guide
- 3 meals per day + snacks on the trek
- Pre & Post climb accommodation.
- Meals not indicated in the tour description
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa and passport fees
- Increases in park fees where applicable
- Personal equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Tips for Guide(s), Porters & Cook
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
