Today, your driver picks you up at the hotel and takes you to the Umbwe Gate to complete the registration formalities. The Kilimanjaro climb begins through dense rainforest, where you can hear and spot various animals. As you approach the Umbwe River, the route becomes steeper, offering views of Kibo Peak in the distance and the deep valleys surrounding you. The climb ends after 5-7 hours at Umbwe Cave Camp.
Umbwe Route (1/6) | Umbwe Gate (1,600 m/5,249 ft) - Umbwe Cave Camp (2,900 m/9,514 ft)
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