Kilimanjaro Umbwe–Rongai Circuit
US$2,250 per person
Larger groups: ask us for a discounted quote.
Umbwe ridge, Lava Tower acclimatization and an extra rest day at Karanga, followed by a proposed northern descent.
- Day 1
Umbwe Gate → Umbwe Cave Camp
Transfer from Moshi and ascend through rainforest to Umbwe Cave Camp.
- Day 2
Umbwe Cave → Barranco Camp
Continue along the steep ridge into open moorland and reach Barranco.
- Day 3
Lava Tower acclimatization → Barranco
Climb high to Lava Tower, then return to Barranco to sleep lower.
- Day 4
Barranco Wall → Karanga Camp
Cross Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Valley.
- Day 5
Rest & acclimatization at Karanga
An additional night at Karanga, with a gentle acclimatization walk and guide health checks.
- Day 6
Karanga → Barafu Camp
Reach summit base camp, eat early and rest before the ascent.
- Day 7
Uhuru Peak → Second Cave (proposed)
Summit via Stella Point. The requested northern descent to Second Cave proceeds only if expressly authorized and safe; otherwise a permitted alternative is agreed before booking.
- Day 8
Second Cave → Rongai Gate → Moshi / Arusha
Requested final descent and transfer, subject to approval of the northern exit.
The proposed summit-to-Second-Cave descent is non-standard and subject to written park authorization and guide approval. We confirm the permitted route before accepting your booking.