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Summit Kilimanjaro
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4.8/5 Excellent
64 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arusha, Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Climb Kilimanjaro with the summiting experts—we have a 98% summiting rate, the highest on the mountain
  • Take our exclusive trek along the little-used Great Barranco Valley/Western Breach, the most scenic route on the mountain, made famous by the IMAX film Kilimanjaro
  • Get an extra full day to acclimatize at the mountain’s highest-elevation camp at Arrow Glacier

Themes

Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb via Marangu Route
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4.9/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Cross Kilimanjaro rain forest
  • Sleeping in the hut
  • Crossing Marangu village
  • Crossing five Kilimanjaro zones

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Terrible organisation and put us in a dangerous situation. Tons of hidden costs. They were not honest about the cost of the hotel and charged us double the actual cost."

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5 Days Kilimanjaro trekking via Marangu route
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28 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • You will have a nice view Mawenzi and Kibo peak.
  • See the eastern part of the mountain If the weather permits
  • Enjoy the climbing from Rongai route
  • See sunrise on the top of the mountain
  • Enjoy your way from Stella point to Uhuru peak

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Terrible organisation and put us in a dangerous situation. Tons of hidden costs. They were not honest about the cost of the hotel and charged us double the actual cost."

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2 Peak Challenge In Tanzania With Serengeti Safari
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5/5 Excellent
17 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Mt. Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park

Highlights

  • Reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru
  • Enjoy your hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife
  • See across the high altitude Shira Caldera past Shira Cave (views of Arrow glacier)
  • Trek southwest side of Kilimanjaro
  • Reach on the crater rim at Stella Point (5750 m) as the first rays of the sun emerge
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Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We did a seven day Kilimanjaro climb on Machame Route and a four day safari to Serengeti, Ngorogoro Crater and Tarangire. Eco-Africa took care of all the details. The climbing guides and Kili fighters (porters) were so kind, helpful and motivating. We are vegan and the food they provided was incredible. I didn’t need any of the “just in case” food I packed for myself. The safari guides were also kind, funny, engaging and very knowledgeable. We saw so many animals and birds. We will be reliving and sharing this experience with friends and family for years to come. Thank you to everyone at Eco-Africa for making us feel like part of the family. We would recommend this company to anyone considering a climb or safari!"

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Rwanda And Tanzania Highlights
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4.8/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Arusha, Kigali, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park

Highlights

  • Get an opportunity to explore Ngorongoro crater
  • Visit Volcanoes national park and Serengeti national park, see the fabulous huge herds of wildebeest
  • Enjoy the game drive in the Serengeti and see the Alke Manyara
  • Explore Rwanda
  • Experience the Gorilla trekking

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"AAC crafted the perfect trip for us! We had a fantastic time on our South African safari. The trip was planned meticulously and we felt extremely supported throughout the process. I can’t recommend AAC highly enough and plan to work with them again for our future travels."

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2 Peak Challenge, Mt Kilimanjaro And Meru
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5/5 Excellent
17 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Mount Meru, Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Visit to Arusha National Park-Momella Gate
  • Enjoy views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray
  • Visit to small town of Moshi with view of the mountain
  • Reach crater rim at Stella Point, views are spectacular

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We did a seven day Kilimanjaro climb on Machame Route and a four day safari to Serengeti, Ngorogoro Crater and Tarangire. Eco-Africa took care of all the details. The climbing guides and Kili fighters (porters) were so kind, helpful and motivating. We are vegan and the food they provided was incredible. I didn’t need any of the “just in case” food I packed for myself. The safari guides were also kind, funny, engaging and very knowledgeable. We saw so many animals and birds. We will be reliving and sharing this experience with friends and family for years to come. Thank you to everyone at Eco-Africa for making us feel like part of the family. We would recommend this company to anyone considering a climb or safari!"

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Cycling Kilimanjaro to the Indian Ocean
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4.9/5 Excellent
35 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"Very good company"

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Lemosho Route
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5/5 Excellent
15 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Enjoying the panaromic views
  • Trekking through the rainforest to Shira Ridge
  • Lemosho is considered to be the most scenic route to Mt. Kilimanjaro

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"The Tour Company to use for Kilimanjaro! We used Ultimate Kilimanjaro after I did a TON of research, and our decision did not disappoint. The porters were great and tour guides were fun. As we were barely moving forward the day of our final summit they were singing "Hakunah Matata" from the Lion King. While I envied their seemingly unbreakable spirits, it did admittedly keep the morale up as the cold got colder and hours went on. The food was good, and while the experience is still the side of a mountain in Africa, I always felt safe and taken care of. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone!"

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Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Brian Page

Unfortunately for the first time ever I suffered from altitude sickness with reduced my stamina and caused loss of balance and coordination. However, thanks to the...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

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Kilimanjaro Rongai Route 21/09

Second time of climbing Kilimanjaro and it didn't disappoint. Glorious starscapes at night, changing scenery from jungle to lunar landscapes and then the snow encr...

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Jan 2018

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Kilimanjaro

I was part of a group of 6 teamed up with a further 10 individuals. We bonded well from the beginning and throughout this amazing adventure and from this experienc...

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Jan 2018

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Amazing!

What a hard, rewarding experience... although Kili is not the prettiest of mountains it is certainly a mighty challenge... and withholds its beauty till summit day...

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Jan 2018

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Kilimanjaro - Go For It with Exodus

Very well organised, everyone very helpful and friendly. Guides brilliant and supportive. 13 out of our Group of 14 made it to the very top ,Uhuru Summit. What a te...

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Tanzania Tour Selection Trips

  • Tanzania enjoys a mostly tropical climate, but pack extra-warm clothing if trekking Mount Kilimanjaro. The highest point in Africa gets cold in any season.
  • There are seven main ways to the top of the peak -- Lemosho Route, Machame Route, Marangu Route, Mweka Route, Rongai Route, Shira Route and Umbwe Route -- and they vary significantly in length and difficulty.
  • Many tours of Mount Kilimanjaro offer add-on trips to view wildlife at Serengeti National Park. When choosing any Tanzania tour, look for one with the amount of cultural immersion that matches your comfort level – there’s something for everyone.
  • Want to spend some time at an Indian Ocean beach? Consider a tour offering the island of Zanzibar (the “Zan” in Tanzania), just off the coast of the mainland but a world apart from the rest of the country.
  • Interested in tours experiencing Victoria Falls, the largest sheet of falling water on the planet? Many Tanzania tours also include this nearby natural wonder, situated between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
  • Accommodations vary on Tanzania vacation packages, so find a tour that offers lodgings that meet your standards.
  • Like a bit of urban adventure? Tanzania’s largest city, Dar es Salaam, was founded in 1862 and today offers a kaleidoscope of sites.

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