• Rising (ft): 9,190ft /2,800m to 12,800ft /3,900m
 

 • Stretch: 8 km
 

 • Hiking time: 4-5 hours
 

 • Climatic habitat: Moorland
 

African climb of Kilimanjaro through the 7-day Umbwe route Prepare for the day's hike after breakfast. Your hike will begin with a steep ascent through vanishing rainforest glades before ascending into the dry air of Giant Erica and heathland terrain, where the flora is sparse and dominated by small shrubs. If the clouds have parted sufficiently, you will continue on an exposed ridge, where you will get your first glimpse of Uhuru Peak. After lunch, you hike through a garden of Senecio plants before entering the semi-desert landscape. These strange-looking ground snails have a cactus-like appearance. Your porters will boil water for drinking and washing once you arrive at Barranco Camp. You will have the opportunity to partake in one as you wait for dinner.

• Stretch:10 km
 

 • Hiking time: 7 hrs.
 

 • Climatic habitat: Moorland
 

 On Day 3, you'll go exploring near Barranco Camp to get some much-needed acclimatization. Keep your camera close at hand to photograph the grass-covered campsite's surroundings. Another reason this is the ideal location for your acclimatization day is that many hikers consider this their favourite camp on this trip. You might select the 7-Day Umbwe schedule if you are extremely confident in your body's capacity to acclimatize effectively..

• Rising (ft): 12,960ft /3,950m to 13,780ft/4,200m
 

 • Stretch: 7 km
 

 • Hiking time: 4 hours
 

 • Climatic habitat: Moorland
 

You have the opportunity to overcome this obstacle after spending the night underneath the Great Barranco Wall. Relax, it's much simpler than it seems. Continue until you are just below the he in Glacier. then proceed via the Karanga Valley below. Your porters will collect water here one last time before leaving. Here, they will gather all of the water needed for the remaining ascent. After arriving at the Karanga Camp, you can spend the day relaxing or doing some light exploring while admiring the views of Mawenzi's soaring spires.

• Rising (ft.): 13,780ft / 4,200m to 14,930ft / 4,550m
 

 • Stretch: 5 km
 

 • Hiking time: 3-4 hours
 

 • Climatic habitat: Alpine desert
 

After breakfast, go east, through numerous ridges and valleys, until you meet the Mweka Route. Turn left here and continue for a further hour up the ridge to reach the Barafu Hut. When you go to camp, you'll find your tent set up on a rocky ridge with strong winds. To ensure your safety, make sure to become familiar with the camp before dusk. In case you have to leave the tent after dark, keep your headlamp or flashlight close by. The night before your summit attempt, you'll get your gear ready (change the batteries in your torch and camera) before going to bed at 7 o'clock.

• Rising (ft): 14,930ft / 4,550m to 19,340ft / 5,895m to 10,170ft/ 3,100m
 

 • Stretch: 7 km up and 22 km down
 

 • Hiking time: 8 hours up, 9-10 hours down
 

 • Climatic habitat: Arctic
  

After having tea or coffee and biscuits at 11:30 PM, you should leave Barafu to attempt the peak. Stella Point (18,650 ft/5,685 m) is reached after a 6-hour ascent through a lot of switchbacks between the Ratzel and Rebmann glaciers. You've just finished what the majority of climbers deem to be the most difficult section of their tour. Depending on how quickly you've been moving up to this point, you might be able to take in the magnificent sunrise during this little rest. Even though you'll be worn out from the intense cold, it's crucial to remain moving. You have connected with the final section of the Marangu Route at Stella Point. For an additional hour or two, you will climb along the rim. until you achieve Uhuru Peak, your ultimate objective. Congratulations, You are officially atop Africa's roof! In order to give yourself enough time to recover in the Barafu Camp, it is crucial to start your descent as soon as possible. You will have time to take pictures with the iconic Uhuru Peak sign. You will arrive at Barafu after a three-hour descent down sloping scree, where you can take a short break while gathering your things before continuing down the path into the Mweka forest camp. In the afternoon, it might start to rain a little, so be sure to pack your rain gear. Enjoy your meal and some well-earned rest. The office at Mweka Camp offers bottled water, soft drinks,

• Rising (ft): 10,170ft / 3,100m to 6,500ft / 1,980m
 

 • Stretch: 10 km
 

 • Hiking time: 3-4 hours
 

 • Climatic habitat: Rain Forest
 

As usual, get up for breakfast, pack your bags, and hike for three hours downhill to Mweka Gate. Before giving your workers a tip, wait until you and your equipment have arrived at the gate. You must wait to get your summit certificates after registering at the gate (green for those who reached Stella Point and gold for those who reached Uhuru Peak). You will need to hike for an additional hour to reach Mweka 3 km) from the gate if the road is too muddy for cars. Then, you'll be taken back to Moshi, where you may have your first hot shower in days after enjoying a nice meal. Transfer to the Kilimanjaro Airport on your departure day.