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Highlights
Length: 6 days
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Major Attractions: Vegetation zones, Wildlife, Mt Kilimanjaro
Guiding Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Starting point: Moshi
Ending point: Moshi
Route info: Umbwe is the most steepest and direct route to the summit of Kilimanjaro. The trail is more preferred by trained and experienced hikers due to its steepness. However the route is not mostly used due to its difficulties and much risk
Packing list: hiking trousers, warm socks, winter jackets, long sleeve shirts, trekking socks, digital camera, binoculars, mosquito repellents, sunhat, toiletries, sunglasses with ultra violet radiation filtering etc
Day 1 : Umbwe Gate (1800m) To Umbwe camp (2940m)
Distance: 11 km / 7 miles
Trekking time: 5-7 hours
Zone: Rainforest
Pick up from the hotel in Moshi and drive to Umbwe gate for registration processes. Climb through banana and coffee plantations unto the tropical rain forest. The trail crosses over a ridge between Lonzo and Umbwe rivers which finally leads to Umbwe camp.
Day 2 : Umbwe Camp (2940m) To Barranco Camp (3950m)
Distance: 6 km/4 miles
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Zone: Heath
Another day doing a steep climb with excellent views of Kilimanjaro ahead. The path leads to Barranco valley which descends down to Barranco camp to arrive in the afternoon. Have lunch upon arrival and take your time gaining energy for the next day.
Day 3 : Barranco Camp (3950m) To Karanga Camp(4035m)
Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Zone: Alpine desert
Spend another day acclimatizing to climb the Great Barranco Wall of 900 ft cliff. Take a walk across a series of hills and valleys into the Karanga Valley taking you to Karanga Camp. This is where you will set camp for an overnight stay.
Day 4 : Karanga Camp (4035m) To Barafu Camp(4600m)
Distance: 4 km / 2 miles
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Zone: Alpine desert
Trek out of Karanga valley following the path intersecting Mweka trail. The trail passes through the rocky section to finally arrive at Barafu Camp. Have an early dinner and retire to bed by 7:00 in preparing for the final summit.
Day 5 : Ascend To The Summit at Uhuru Peak (5895m)
Distance: 18 km / 11.2 miles
Trekking time: 13- 15hours
Zone: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Be awake by around 23:00 hours for a hot drink + snacks and putting on the necessary trekking gears. By torchlight, leave camp and start climbing through the volcanic scree to reach Stella Point (5685m) by sunrise. Spend some time resting and enjoying the view before making the final round trip to reach Uhuru peak (5895m). Take photographs at the summit while feeling accomplished standing at the highest point in Africa. Start descending down the mountain to finally reach Mweka hut in the evening.
Day 6 : Mweka Camp (3100 m) to Mweka Gate (1640 m)
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
Trekking time: 3-4 hours
Zone: Rainforest
This is the last day that hikers go for a short walk, towards Mweka gate. Upon arrival, climbers get awarded. For those who reached Stella point receive green certificates while those who reached Uhuru peak receive golden certificates. Go for a drive back to the hotel for rest and much celebrations or to the airport for departure.
End of tour!
Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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Welcome to Hec Kilimanjaro and Safaris Ltd, a Moshi (Tanzania)-based Tour & Travel Company serving tourists since 2017. If you are on a trip to Tanzania, you need a specialist who understands your requirements, knows the destination deeply, and offers you a memorable and hassle-free travel experience. We at Hec Kilimanjaro and Safaris Ltd listen to you patiently, evaluate your requirements, and offer you a complete & reliable solution, making your trip remarkable. The company is led by experienced professionals from the tourism field who believe in commitment and outstanding service. We are fully dedicated to our guests and strive to maintain long-term relationships.
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We deal in a long list of tour packages and provide our clients with professional services. We focus on Kilimanjaro Mount & Uhuru Peak climbing, wildlife safaris, honeymoon packages, culture tours, beach holidays, educational tours, etc. We make all travel arrangements, including car rentals, hotels/guesthouses/resorts/lodge reservations, camp arrangements, etc. We organize tours within the specific budget. We deliver the best, ensuring your pleasure. Our long-standing relationships in the tourism industry over many years enable us to offer the best rates for hotels, car rental, passport & visa, and ground services.
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