Guiding Trekkers Up Kilimanjaro: A Lauwo Family Tradition
In 1889, Tanzanian, Yohana Kinyala Lauwo led Hans Meyer to fame as the first person to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. Lauwo’s grandson follows in his footsteps and is now a head Kilimanjaro guide for Thomson…
Leave Kilimanjaro Wiser…If You Find Solomon’s Ring
Hemingway talked about a leopard, frozen in the ice near Kilimanjaro’s peak, which trekkers have been looking for ever since, but there are stranger things rumored to be buried deep beneath Kili’s snows.…
Our Kili Gear Faves: Hiking Boots
Asolo, Lowa, La Sportiva, Merrell are all good choices for hiking boots. There’s no one “right” boot, but if you want a good place to start, try one of these recommendations from the Thomson Safaris…
Kilimanjaro’s Melting Glaciers
The snows of Kilimanjaro are almost as famous as the mountain itself. Global warming is almost certainly speeding up the glaciers’ demise, but it doesn’t appear to be the only cause of the melting.
The Heights of Kilimanjaro: Altitude Facts
You can, and should, train for your climb, but you can’t “train” for altitude. We’ve found that people do exceptionally well with 9-10 days on Kilimanjaro, resulting in Thomson Safaris 98% summit…
Life Lessons Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, Celebrating my 10-year Anniversary
Thank you Mt. Kilimanjaro, Christina, Thomson Safaris, and all the supportive hikers we met on our journey. I will forever cherish the many memories and life lessons, and will faithfully carry these memories…
Thomson Safaris Named to Travel + Leisure World’s Best List!
We’re proud to announce that Travel + Leisure magazine has awarded Thomson Safaris a coveted 2013 World’s Best Award in the category of safari outfitters.
Kilimanjaro Tips: THE First Step To The Summit
Your hiking boots are the most important gear you’ll have on Kilimanjaro! They are your first step on the journey to Uhuru Peak. More recommendations from Thomson Safaris for footwear on your Kili climb.
Kilimanjaro Tips: Unexpected Kilimanjaro Training Ideas
Stair climbing intervals are a great way to get your legs and lungs in shape for the climb. Mix things up by alternating legs or skipping steps, and be sure to add on your boots and day pack for full effect.
Kilimanjaro Tips: Keeping The Pace
Thomson Safaris Kilimanjaro guides know that this relaxed pace helps with acclimatization, and they’ll make sure you’re on track to safely summit with reminders to go pole pole, Swahili for slowly, slowly.
High Fashion in the Hills of Tanzania – J.Crew Catalog Photographed at Ndarakwai Ranch
The catalog was photographed at Ndarakwai Ranch, one of Thomson Safaris’ favorite places to stay in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro trekkers on our Grand Traverse and Western Approach Routes rave about their stay at…
Kilimanjaro Tips: Flights & More
One of the famed Seven Summits, Kilimanjaro reaches a height of 19,341 feet and contains 5 different ecosystems. Call Thomson Safaris to discuss your travel logistics to Tanzania.
