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Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Volcanoes National Park
Tour Overview
Tour Highlights
What makes this trip special
Elevation Profile
How the altitude climbs, day by day
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your trip, day by day
Day 1: Umbwe Gate – Umbwe Cave Camp (1,800m – 2,950m)
The tour begins at Umbwe Gate, where you register and are greeted by your guide team. The climb through dense rainforest takes about 4–5 hours and is steep but scenically beautiful. Moss, ferns, waterfalls and exotic birds accompany you on the way to the first camp.
Day 2: Umbwe Cave Camp – Barranco Camp (2,950m – 3,950m)
After breakfast you climb through rainforest and alpine heath to Barranco Camp. Along the way you pass lava fields and small streams. The hike takes about 5–6 hours. In the afternoon you reach Barranco Camp and rest for the next day.
Day 3: Acclimatization Day – Barranco Camp / Barranco Wall Climbing Practice
An important day for acclimatization: you climb the famous Barranco Wall, a moderate scramble with spectacular views. After this exercise you return to camp to rest. The additional altitude adjustment reduces the risk of altitude sickness on summit day.
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (3,950m – 4,200m)
The climb takes you through the Karanga Valley to Karanga Camp. The hike takes about 4–5 hours, partly steep, through lava fields and alpine vegetation. You enjoy views of the summit region and prepare for the ascent to Barafu Camp.
Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,200m – 4,600m)
Today's route takes you to Barafu Camp, the starting point for the summit climb. The hike takes 4–5 hours through rocky lava fields and alpine highland. At Barafu Camp you refuel, rest, and prepare for the night summit tour.
Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp (4,600m – 5,895m – 3,100m)
The summit tour begins very early in the morning, usually around midnight. Equipped with headlamps you hike through rocky lava fields and steep sections to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). The sunrise over the African landscape is breathtaking. After the summit you first descend to Barafu Camp, eat something, and then continue to Mweka Camp, through lush vegetation and mountain forest.
Day 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha (3,100m – 1,860m)
On the last day you hike 3–4 hours back to Mweka Gate, where you receive your summit certificate. Afterwards, transfer to Arusha or your hotel, where your 7-day Umbwe Kilimanjaro tour ends — an unforgettable adventure full of scenic diversity, physical challenge and triumphant summit experiences.
What's Included & Excluded
Know exactly what your package covers
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park entry & camping/hut fees
- KPAP-certified mountain guides, cooks and porters
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, hot drinks)
- Mountain camping equipment or hut accommodation (route-dependent)
- Treated drinking water throughout the climb
- Government rescue fees
- Airport transfer on arrival/departure
- Pre-climb briefing and equipment check
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel & medical evacuation insurance
- Tips for guides, cooks and porters
- Personal climbing gear (boots, jacket, sleeping bag)
- Alcoholic drinks and snacks
- Hotel accommodation before/after the climb (unless stated)
Best Time to Travel
The clearest, driest climbing conditions fall in two windows: late June through October, and January to mid-March. Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round, but the short and long rains (November, and April-May) bring wetter trails and lower summit visibility.
Camping (mountain tents, full trekking crew)
Full board on the mountain, prepared by our mountain cooks
What to Pack
Suggested gear for this trip
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