Overview of the 6 Days Umbwe Route

The 6 Days Umbwe Route is one of the steepest, most direct, and adventurous trails up Mount Kilimanjaro. Starting from the southern base at Umbwe Gate, this route climbs rapidly through dense rainforest and steep ridges, offering dramatic scenery and a sense of solitude not found on busier trails.

The route eventually merges with the Machame Route at Barranco Camp, continuing through the iconic Barranco Wall and across the southern circuit via Karanga Camp and Barafu Camp. From there, you’ll make your summit attempt at Uhuru Peak (5,895m) via Stella Point.

Descending via the Mweka Route, you’ll experience a full range of Kilimanjaro’s ecosystems—from rainforest to alpine desert and arctic summit. While physically demanding, the 6-day version offers improved acclimatization over the 6-day route and increases your summit success rate.

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