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6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Umbwe Route

About this experience

THE KILIMANJARO UMBWE ROUTE (ALSO KNOWN AS THE “VODKA ROUTE”) IS OFTEN CONSIDERED THE HARDEST BUT MOST SPECTACULAR AND DIRECT WAY TO REACH UHURU PEAK – FOR MORE EXPERIENCED TREKKERS.DUE TO THE DIFFICULTY LEVEL, IT’S NOT VERY POPULAR PROVIDING A NICE SENSE OF ISOLATION AND WONDERFUL VIEWS.

At a glance

  • Duration: 144 hr
  • Private experience

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6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Umbwe Route
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour144 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 144 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

What is included

  • • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • • A professional driver/guide

Not included

  • • International flights (From/to home)
  • • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • We pick up the travelers at the booked hotel or any other place in Arusha.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Matta African Luxury Safari

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 144 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up the travelers at the booked hotel or any other place in Arusha.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 13–34; Adult tickets: age 35+; Senior tickets: age 51+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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