About Umbwe Route
The Umbwe route, which is based in the south, is a classic 6 days tour and is by far the most difficult one offered on Kilimanjaro. The first two days are extremely steep, muddy and generally strenuous making it only suitable for well-trained mountaineers. An acclimatization day is rarely offered on the standard programme, but can be added whereby giving the climber an extra day in the Karanga Valley. The descent trail to Mweka Gate, accommodation is on campsites using 4 season tents & traffic is low.
