Mweka (descent) and Umbwe
6-Day Umbwe Route Private Climb by Ember Crest (Sample)
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample)
- 6 days
- Very strenuous
- Private
- Max 8
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample)
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample) is a tanzanian-owned Kilimanjaro operator founded 2009, based in Arusha. It is of unconfirmed KPAP status and offers Lemosho, Machame, Mweka (descent) and Umbwe. Group sizes max 14. Prices range $2,700–$4,700.
About this operator
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About Ember Crest Mountain Co.
Ember Crest Mountain Co. is an Arusha-based operator that has run Kilimanjaro climbs since 2009. It offers both the steep, direct Umbwe Route for fit and experienced hikers and a longer Lemosho itinerary that sleeps at Kosovo high camp above Barafu.
Sleeping at Kosovo cuts the climb on summit night by roughly an hour, which many climbers find makes the hardest night more manageable. The team explains the trade-off honestly: it means an extra night at high altitude, so it suits climbers who have acclimatised well.
Every climb carries bottled oxygen and includes a private toilet tent. Larger groups of up to fourteen are split into smaller walking teams, each with its own guide. Ember Crest picks you up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and includes a night in Arusha before and after the climb on most packages. A pre-climb briefing covers kit, pace, hydration and the signs of altitude sickness.
At a glance
- Base: Arusha, Tanzania
- Founded: 2009
- Maximum group size: 14 climbers
- Routes: Machame, Lemosho, Umbwe (descending via Mweka)
- Features: Bottled oxygen carried, Kosovo high camp, Private toilet included
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Verified data
| Item | Value | Status | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| TATO Member (Tanzania Association of Tour Operators) | — | ? Unknown | — |
| TTB Licensed (Tanzania Tourist Board) | — | ? Unknown | — |
| KPAP Partner (Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project) | — | ? Unknown | — |
| Insurance | — | ? Unknown | — |
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Lemosho and Mweka (descent)
8-Day Lemosho Route with Kosovo High Camp by Ember Crest (Sample)
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample)
- 8 days
- Challenging
- Private
- Max 14
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum group size with Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample)?
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample) caps groups at 14 climbers.
How much does climbing Kilimanjaro with Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample) cost?
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample)'s published tours range from $2,700 to $4,700 per person, depending on route, duration and group size.
Which Kilimanjaro routes does Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample) offer?
Ember Crest Mountain Co. (Sample) offers Lemosho, Machame, Mweka (descent) and Umbwe.