Mohakin Travel
Since 1999
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Duration
8 Days
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Max Altitude
5,895m / 19,341ft
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Difficulty
Hard
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Group Size
1-12
Trek Begins
Umbwe Gate
Trek Ends
Mweka Gate
Start & End
Kilimanjaro Airport
Trek Description
Steepest and most direct route. Challenging climb for experienced trekkers seeking adventure. Less crowded with dramatic scenery. Not recommended for first-time high-altitude trekkers.
Fitness Level Required:
Excellent fitness required
Trek Requirements
Physical Condition5/6
Power Required5/6
Experience Given6/6
Environment Charisma5/6
Complete Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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What to Pack
Essential Gear List
Everything you need for a successful trek
Bags
- ✓65-75 litre rucksack with cover
- ✓35-45 litre day sack
- ✓Dry bags of different sizes
Shell
- ✓Waterproof jacket and trousers
- ✓Waterproof gaiters
- ✓Umbrella (optional)
Warmth
- ✓Warm jacket (fleece or down)
- ✓2-3 fleece tops or hiking shirts
- ✓2-3 base layers or T-shirts
- ✓Trekking trousers and shorts
- ✓Leggings or thermal bottoms
Extremities
- ✓Warm hat and buff or scarf
- ✓Sun hat
- ✓Warm gloves or mittens
- ✓Thin liner gloves
Feet
- ✓Several pairs of trekking socks
- ✓Waterproof trekking boots
- ✓Trainers or flip flops/sandals
Sleeping
- ✓3-4 season sleeping bag (comfort -5°C)
- ✓Sleeping bag liner (optional)
- ✓Stuff sack for sleeping bag
- ✓Self-inflating mat or foam mat
Personal Items
- ✓Sunglasses
- ✓Trekking poles
- ✓Headlamp with extra batteries
- ✓Power bank for charging
- ✓Water bottles (2)
- ✓Flask for hot drinks
- ✓Wash kit
- ✓Sunblock and lip balm
- ✓First aid kit
- ✓Passport and money
✓What's Included
- ✓Full organization from/to Kilimanjaro Airport
- ✓Airport pick-up and drop-off
- ✓All transfers and excursions
- ✓Full board during the trek
- ✓Boiled water, tea, coffee
- ✓Transportation to/from trailhead
- ✓Mountain tents and camping equipment
- ✓Sleeping mat
- ✓Support team (certified guides, porters, cooks)
- ✓All park fees and permits
- ✓Experienced English-speaking guide
- ✓Rescue fees
✗What's Not Included
- ✗Airfare to/from Tanzania
- ✗Visa fees
- ✗Tips for support team (recommended $250-300)
- ✗Sleeping bags and personal gear
- ✗Rental gear
- ✗Meals at hotel
- ✗Single-occupancy fee
- ✗Drinks and snacks
- ✗Personal insurance
- ✗Altitude medication
Investment
Pricing
Umbwe 8 Days (1-2 persons)$2,000/person
Umbwe 8 Days (3-4 persons)$1,600/person
Umbwe 8 Days (5+ persons)$1,400/person
Prices are per person and include all mentioned services
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