Climb Kili
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The premier trekking company for Mount Kilimanjaro Climbs and Safari’s, our guides have been assisting adventurers from all over the world reach the Rooftop of Africa for nearly three decades. View hundred more reviews on our TripAdvisor page
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Katherine
Jan 31,2023We had an incredible experience hiking Mount Kilimanjaro with ClimbKili. They went above and beyond to make it memorable and enjoyable. Our whole group was able to reach the summit with a lot of help from all the porters and guides. They got our spirits up each morning with singing and dancing ( one of my favorite parts of the trip) and they carried our backpacks when we were tired. They set up camp for us and made us delicious dinners so we could fully relax when we got to camp. There are even portable toilets that flush to make the camping experience a little more comfortable. The guides are very knowledgeable and skilled. The views are incredible. Each day brings new terrain and foliage. The 7 day trek was beneficial for us to acclimate to the altitude and have a successful summit. I enjoyed the whole experience and want to do it again. I can’t recommend ClimbKili enough!
Tammy Willis
Jan 27,2023Myself and two other women flew to Tanzania for a chance to climb Kilmanjaro and also enjoy a 5 day Safari. From the moment we arrived at Summit Safari Lodge, we were greeted by the wonderful staff including our Climb Kili representative, Rixson, who gave us our briefing for what to expect and bring for the trek. We had the opportunity to also meet our lead guide on the mountain, Minja, aka Mr. 100% as well as our assistant guide Mexson and our chef, Sameheh. From the get go we felt we were in great hands! We took the 7 day Machame trek. Every step of the way we had the best support. Minja was always checking in to make sure everything was as it should be and that we were successful and safe. Minja was very knowledgeable about the trek and what to expect. He taught us a lot of Swahili as well as reminding us to take our time and take our pictures and enjoy the journey. A couple days into our trip we needed to switch to a different assistant guide whose name was Amani. He was very kind, patient and helpful. The food was amazing. We were very well fed with incredible meals. One of my highlights was Norbet, who was an assistant to the kitchen. With a smile on his face no matter the conditions outside, he would bring us a cup of warm drink, usually coffee or tea and a bowl of clean warm water and soap to wash up every morning to our tents. It was such a treat. As we approached summit day, Minja helped us make our preparations so that we would be ready. His calm and steady advice as well as the support from the rest of the crew were immeasurable and I am not sure if I would have made the summit without it. So much support and encouragement. I am forever grateful. When we came back to camp after reaching the summit, to the sounds, hugs, and singing of the camp crew, it brought tears to my eyes. Wonderful experience. Would highly recommend Climb Kili and Minja. Next we went on the 5 day Safari and our driver and guide was Boniface or Bony for short. He was a great driver and guide. Was patient with all of our questions. Knew where to go so that we could see as much as possible of not only Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater but the magnificent Serengeti. Was an absolutely unforgettable experience and I would highly recommend Bony as your tour guide. I could go on and on. Great company and great trip. Thank you Climb Kili!!! Tammy Willis
Tara Catanzaro
Jan 06,2023This was absolutely the trip of a lifetime. It is hard to know exactly what to expect, even with all the research, but the Climb Kili team exceeded all expectations. Manny and the crew were absolutely amazing and so supportive to ensure everyone in the group was able to safely and successfully make it to the top of the mountain. I recommend this company and their employees wholeheartedly. Climbing Kilimanjaro is an experience I hope for all that love to hike and you cannot go wrong using Climb Kili :)
Wesley Verzosa
Jan 04,2023I had the best experience with Climb Kili ! I was able to summit successfully with the professional help of our guides Veda, Steve and Deo. Thank you to Tiffany for helping me organize the trip. I did the 8 days Lemosho route. Everything about the trip was excellent! From the hotel, the climbing teams, the tents were very comfortable and the food was delicious. The porters were very kind and hospitable. If you’re looking for a Kilimanjaro tour company, this is it !! You will be in good hands !
Richie
Jan 03,2023Such an amazing experience. One I've dreamed about since I was a kid. Our trip over to Tanzania was delayed and we ended up landing at Kilimanjaro Airport the morning we needed to start the hike and none of our luggage arrived with us. The team at Climb Kili were so amazing and took care of us making sure we had the essentials to start our climb and then getting our gear up the mountain when it finally arrived a few days later. Our guides and porters from Climb Kili were top notch and they were pivotal in making sure everyone in our group reached the top. The Serengeti trip after the hike was just as amazing and our guide from Climb Kili really new his stuff and where the animals would be. Would highly recommend this trip and definitely use Climb Kili for your guides
Aaron Abromowitz
Jan 01,2023We climbed Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route with Climb Kili. The guide for our group was James. I thought that they did a great job in making sure that we got up safely, which is probably the most important thing. They made sure we were eating and drinking properly, and even had an O2 measuring device. The food was surprisingly good for a backpacking trip. The tents were warm, spacious, and always set up when we arrived. I loved the bathroom tent that they set up, since it can get cold. I can think of two complaints: 1. There were multiple zipper issues on the various tents. The guides did swap one of the tents for ours, but having like 3 zippers break during the trip wasn't amazing. 2. There was some coordination issues at the beginning. This caused us to not get plane tickets to Zanzibar until pretty close to the flight date, which means we had to take an odd set of flights. This could have been avoided if the coordinator had let us know that they were waiting for our confirmation, which we had thought we had already given.
Gabrielle Gripton
Dec 28,2022Our group of 5 all reached the Roof of Africa with the support and leadership of the Climb Kili company. Even before we booked, they answered all of our questions, in a timely matter, to set us up for success. They sent each of us a book of information, tips, stories, and exact packing list. Upon arrival, they picked us up from the airport and had our pre-climb meeting do go over the plan and any questions/comments/concerns. We started out the next morning on the Machame Route. Each day was a different setting and ecosystem to keep it fresh. Our tents and sleeping bags were plenty warm. The meals were plentiful and delicious. We are like royalty! Our lead guide, Herment, was one of the most knowledgeable, adventurous, quality person I’ve ever met. I trusted him and his brilliant team truly with my life. The team was so strong mentally, physically, and emotionally. I learned so much from them. They have hearts of gold, and that’s how they deserve to be treated. I wouldn’t have changed a single thing about our expedition. I highly recommend Climb Kili and this adventure of a lifetime!
Ryan Horn
Dec 28,2022The best part of the freak was the climb kili team of guides and porters we were honored to climb the mountain and learn so much along the way! The 7 day machame route with Guides Herment, Omar and Florian! The best team of guides, keeping us safe, entertained, and answered every question along the 7 days and we had a lot! Would recommend this team to any and all travelers who are looking to venture to the roof of Africa!
Alok Chaudhary
Nov 14,2022Just returned home a few days ago from completing the 7-day Machame route Kili hike. It was a great experience with Climb Kili team making it possible. From my initial correspondence with Tiffany to the climb itself led by Herment Mosha, I have nothing but superlative experience with the Climb Kili team. Tiffany was always very prompt on the questions I had. I received responses from her usually the same day I would send her an email. Climb Kili staff led by Herment was just phenomenal. From preparing amazing food in the middle of nowhere to carrying all the load and motivating us, they left no stone unturned for our success. I am amazed how they keep themselves so motivated and ever-smiling even when they have basic stuff to wear but loads to carry. I highly recommend Climb Kili. This is a very professional outfit that you cannot go wrong with. I would also encourage asking for Herment Mosha as your lead guide as he is unbelievable. He will ensure you summit and does a great job looking after his clients.
a kohler
Nov 04,2022From the beginning to the end, the 8 day adventure climbing Kilimanjaro was a wonderfully organized event. From the prompt pickup and drop off at JRO, to the hotel accommodation being ready and available when we arrived at 7:50am, to the briefing with the guides, scheduling of the PCR tests (which we needed for entry into Qatar) to lending a hand in packing the 15kg weight restricted duffel bags etc, everything went like clockwork and as promised. The on-site staff was exceptional, was available at all times and they were experts in resolving issues before they became problems. The entire operation before and during the climb confirmed the excellent impression we had gotten from the interaction with the state side personnel, via phone or email prior to our departure. What stands out: the expertise and intense knowledge of the guides who sensed when one of us climbers needed more or less assistance during the climb. We did not have to march at the same pace, but walked at our individual speeds, and we were carefully monitored each day re our oxygen saturation, heart rate and water intake The cook and his creation of diverse very tasty soups and meals every day deserve special mention- no freeze dried meals in this camp- but fresh fruit and veggies every day. (We even got resupplied with the delicate items on day 4) Every day started with a 6:00am wake-up call and a fresh brewed cup of coffee or tea being delivered to each tent- a wonderful way to start the day. Of particular joy to us were the singing/chanting happy porters and crew on several occasions when we had achieved certain milestones of the climb. Most importantly, the guides were encouraging during the very tough and very long summit ascend in the middle of the night. Intermittent goals were set, like two hours til sunrise, 1 hour to Stella Point, 1 hour to Uhuru Peak etc which helped all of us four climbers to eventually reach the summit. It is also worth mentioning that the guides stayed in touch with a local ‘ground controller’ giving daily updates, sending group pictures which were then forwarded prearranged emails at home. This contact with the base was particular helpful in our case because a huge brush fire had engulfed the lower part of the mountain (the Moor Zone) and information regarding closures or detours were send back and forth. We were lucky enough to find out through this communication that the fire would not impede our progress or planned route. We had chosen to add the three day safari with flight out to the Serengeti and drive back to Arusha. This too was an exceptional experience that delivered everything as promised, from the magnificent wildlife ( we saw the ‘African Five’ within the first 3 hours!), the accommodations and the rides along wash board roads left lasting impressions. Highly recommend this add- on.
JJ
Oct 25,2022My wife and I chose Climb Kili for our Lemosho Route climb for three reasons: the company's excellent reputation, their small size (6 maximum) open groups and their use of Kosovo camp rather than Barafu, making the summit climb more manageable. Tiffany handled all of the arrangements quickly and efficiently. In Tanzania, Rick briefed us on the trek; he is a very good front man for the firm, explaining everything well, in good English, and was always around the hotel when needed. We were introduced to our lead guide James, who struck us immediately as being a safe pair of hands. We were placed with two ladies of roughly similar ages to make a group of four trekkers. This proved to be ideal - we got on well with them and had plenty of laughs, as well as some down to earth discussions. Our group had eighteen support staff on the mountain. Each one of the team on was excellent; they are a credit to the company, being hard working and always cheerful. Obviously we got to know some of the crew better than others, but everyone was always friendly and encouraging. The food throughout was of a high standard and enjoyable (I never lost my appetite, which was fortunate). As well as James, I must make a special mention of Daniel, our assistant guide, as both went above and beyond their duties to help me. I have a weak back and strained it halfway through the trek. Daniel took my rucksack then and I never carried it again. The summit night/day was tough; I felt sickly and dizzy ascending in the dark - Daniel was always by my side to steady and reassure me. I improved once the sun rose but deteriorated on the long walk down from Kosova, until every long step was painful. James and Daniel supported me, by linking arms either side of me and managed to walk me out. The same happened on the final day and I was extremely grateful to them both for looking after me. I literally could not have done it without them. After the trek, we enjoyed a two day safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater, again arranged by Climb Kili. Denis was a good driver and a knowledgeable guide and gave clear explanations. We have trekked in several countries and rate Climb Kili very highly; their organisation and staff are first rate and we have no hesitation in recommending them.to anyone considering Kilimanjaro.
Tom Erickson
Oct 17,2022I recently took an African vacation, early October 2022 with the tour operator Climb Kili, climbkili.com. On my trip I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and did a safari, I climbed the Machame route on the mountain and then visited Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro creater on safari. I can't say enough about the tour operator Climb Kili the guides and porters on the mountain were just wonderful and the safari delivered seeing hundreds of animals. The staff at Climb Kili are very professional and aim to make your vacation a truly unforgettable experience, the level of service on the mountain was completely above and beyond with the food being delicious while being prepared in an difficult alpine environment. I strongly recommend Climb Kili for your Kilimanjaro and safari experiences my vacation was truly unforgettable.
John Hiser
Sep 23,2022Summited Mt. Kilimanjaro over the summer with my son for his graduation present and chose the Machame (7 day) route, was a great bonding experience before he heads off to college! Herment was our lead climbing guide, his experience and knowledge gave our entire group the confidence that we were being well taken care of and we all made it to the top! Herment was also well versed in the local flora, fauna, and history which really made the entire trip interesting. You spend a lot of time with the entire guide team and the Climb Kili team was friendly, personable, and welcoming which makes the entire experience that much more enjoyable. I was referred by my neighbor's friends who climbed many years ago - I highly recommend going with the Climb Kili team. A few tips: - Whatever tipping is recommended, please double it - Make sure you have food available for summit night that won't freeze - See your doctor and get Diamox - Climb Kili also does safaris - Visit Zanzibar while you're in Tanzania
Andrew Orr
Aug 22,2022Hiking Kilimanjaro was something I’ve wanted to do for a while now! I am glad that our group chose to go with Climb Kili. They run a very efficient operation and had everything planned out for us. We had a larger group and it was so much fun to become friends with the guides and porters that helped us make it to the top. We definitely could not have done it without them! Herment was our lead guide and he was fantastic! This is an experience I will never forget. Thank you Climb Kili :)
dan demille
Jul 19,2022We just got back from an amazing adventure with CiimbKili. We took the Machame route up, which was terrific. Lead guide Herment, 2 assistant guides Freddie and Florian, and the whole porter crew was top notch. They think of everything including giving us a coffee before we even leave the tent, a terrific tea time set up midway through our hikes, and some other surprises. The team took great care of our team of 7, especially the folks were suffering from some pretty fun altitude sickness on summit night. We also did a 3 day safari which was so great to do. Rasheed did a great job finding the animals, providing information, and keeping us safe! So glad we went on this trip and with CK. The trip was planned 2 years ago and we were thrilled to finally be able to complete it. Thank you to Tiffany and the full team for assistance throughout!
prascilla c
Jul 12,2022I highly recommend Climb Kili trek and safari. From the first exchange of emails, Tiffany, the program manager and main contact fielded endless questions and updates as the trip progressed. She sent a detailed guide for preparation and had suggestions based on previous questions and goals for the trip. My luggage didn't make the connecting flight from Amsterdam to Tanzania but I was able to rent what I was missing from the team in-country. The main guide (Herment), assistant guides (Florian and Freddy), and the rest of the team, helped keep morale high by cheering us on and sharing knowledge of the flora and fauna of the mountain and culture in general. The guides and team made the difference and enriched the climb. I saw the difference experienced guides can make in the success of the climb and overall experience. Every detail from pre-planning to arrival in-country, transfers from airport to hotel, missing climbing gear, food choices, excursions post climb, every detail was thoughtfully planned and tailored based on my goal for the trip. I ended my trip with a 3 day safari and that was excellent as well. I was able to see many animals up close. My safari guide, Walter, was excellent. He was just as knowledgeable about the animals and the game parks as Herment was about the flora and fauna of the entire mountain. Walter shared stories about the animals, each park, and also had his head on a swivel looking out for animals on both sides of the road all while driving on bumpy roads. It was a delightful experience overall and the only thing I would do differently is add more days after the safari and go to Zanzibar. I regret not taking the time to add that excursion.
MattandSharon Cook
Jul 06,2022Trekked up Kilimanjaro with my adult daughter via the Lemosho route with ClimbKili.com in June 2022. This was a great company and mountain team! From the very beginning it was a great experience. Everything was taken care of with administration, airport pickup, their partnership with Summit Lodge, the team on the mountain, and outings after we came back from the mountain. ClimbKili is a quality outfit that I'd definitely use again! And Max and Hallelujah were excellent mountain guides and leaders of the mountain staff! Two huge plus marks: 1) ClimbKili uses Moir Hut as a camp instead of Shira 2, which gives us a chance at an extra acclimatization hike, also the tents are in an area sheltered from the high winds on the Shira plateau. And 2) ClimbKili uses Kosovo camp as the high base camp, well above Barafu, giving climbers a huge advantage on the night of the summit push! Our cook was excellent as well - we never wanted for good food. I would seriously buy this food in a restaurant. Can't say enough about the soup! There are a lot of outfits to choose from, but I say you can't go wrong with ClimbKili.com. I would definitely use them again!
Juan Dumas
Mar 29,2022I´m 79 and in the middle of the pandemia i needed a project to keep me going. I thought, why not climb the Kilimanjaro?. Or try to. So I researched and researched until I decided upon Clim Kili to take me up. Clearly a great decision! Everything went according to what I was told. The personel was friendly and profesional and their goal was to make the "babu" (grandfather in shwahili) make the summit. And they did it!. I´m planning to go back with a group of younger friends and will obviously be doing it with Climb Kili. there are many operators offering this service. And some may be good. But you won´t go wrong if you go with them...
Kelly Handegard
Mar 03,2022A group of friends and I did the Machame 7-day route on Kilimanjaro, as well as a 3-day safari to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Our experience was far beyond what we could have imagined! Every logistic was taken care of from lodging in Arusha, airport transfers, guides/porters, and rental equipment. The climb itself was better than we anticipated. Our guides, Raymond and Mtumaini, were incredible and so encouraging. We also had a group of 23 porters who were amazing, and we were able to build some relationships with them. They took great care of us, and they even gave us warm welcomes with singing and dancing when we got to Kosovo camp going up and coming down from the summit. It made our experience so special and fun! I would highly recommend Climb Kili, as well as our guides, for a top-class experience!
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Erin
Feb 02,2023Switched to Climb-Kili-So glad we did! Our group of 2 couples had chosen a different company to climb with but towards payment time, we began to feel very apprehensive. We could not get them to respond to our questions and couldn’t talk to a real person over the phone. We started researching and found Climb Kili, I called on a Saturday and Tiffany took my call. From that moment on, the choice was clear- we switched and never looked back. They were able to accommodate our group with the start date we wanted (which was only a few weeks away.) We received the welcome package and felt very prepared with the packing list and summit tips. Upon arrival, everything ran smoothly from the airport pickup, hotel accommodations and meeting with our guide. Our guides Raymond and James were outstanding and very knowledgeable. I personally could not have made the summit without their constant encouragement and physical help carrying my pack during a challenging time on summit night. We felt very taken care of the whole time. If you are looking elsewhere, look no further. I felt such relief while on the mountain, seeing what could have been our situation with other companies passing by. Thank you Climb Kili for an unforgettable experience!