Overview
The Umbwe Route is the steepest and most direct route on Mount Kilimanjaro, often described as the most challenging. It begins at Umbwe Gate on the southern side and climbs sharply along a narrow ridge through lush rainforest. This route offers dramatic scenery and a true sense of adventure, with excellent views as it ascends towards Barranco Camp. Due to its rapid altitude gain and demanding terrain, Umbwe is recommended only for very fit and experienced climbers.
Route
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- Start: Moshi (Day 1)
- Day 1: Umbwe Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
- Day 2-6-7-8: Mt Kilimanjaro
- End: Moshi (Day 6)-(Day 7)-(Day 8)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per group.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budget camping Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro) |
All Meals Included |
| 2-5 | Budget camping Mt Kilimanjaro |
All Meals Included |
| 6 | End of tour (No accommodation) |
All Meals Included |
Day by Day Itinerary
Rates & Pricing
Important to Know
- This tour is not available to single travelers.
- This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Rates Per Person
| Start dates | Single 1 tent |
2 people 1 tent |
3 people 2 tents |
4 people 2 tents |
5 people 3 tents |
6 people 3 tents |
7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | n/a* | $1,485 | $1,485 | $1,375 | $1,375 | $1,320 | Get Quote |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | n/a* | $1,485 | $1,485 | $1,375 | $1,375 | $1,320 | Get Quote |
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for single travelers.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Portage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- Camping equipment
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- Climbing gear
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Sleeping bag
- Bath towels
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees