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The
Umbwe Route is the least used, mostly untrafficked route on
the mountain. For good reason; it is also the most difficult
route on the mountain. Umbwe is a steep, constant, straight
climb to the top. But it is mostly avoided because the ascent
profile does not give climbers much time to adjust to the
altitude. The success rate is very low.
The
route takes six days minimum to complete, although seven days
is recommended. The descent is down Mweka, on the south-east
side of the mountain. Umbwe is not as scenically varied as
Machame, Lemosho and Shira, because the path up and down are
nearby.
Umbwe
is ideal for those who want a challenging climb, and are very
confident in their ability trek over consistently steep slopes.
Also, Umbwe is for those who are experienced at altitude and
thus are confident that the punishing schedule of Umbwe will
not impede their ability to adjust to altitude. Umbwe is also
for those who want a secluded hike.
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