Why Thomson is Different

Trekking in the Alpine Desert

With over 30 years of experience specializing exclusively in Tanzania and Mt. Kilimanjaro, Thomson Safaris sets the standards for safety, success, and ethical trekking practices on Kilimanjaro.

We offer you expert advice, from these years of experience as well as each of our own Kili summits. And as the operator for Harvard Museum of Natural History, Nature Conservancy, Jane Goodall Institute, and many other organizations, we’ve been named National Geographic Best Adventure Travel Company On Earth and Tanzania’s Tour Operator of the Year and Humanitarian of the Year

Our U.S. and Tanzania guarantee that there is no middleman and that every detail and every promise is skillfully delivered.

Tanzania Is Our Sole Focus

Our team of professional and passionate U.S. Kilimanjaro Specialists will help you assess the best route, time of year, and training regimen to get you ready for the climb. In Tanzania, we will safely guide you on a unique, unforgettable adventure to the summit of Kilimanjaro.

There Is No Middleman

Rick Thomson and Judi Wineland own the U.S. and Tanzanian operations, which guarantees close attention to quality control. They’ve climbed Kilimanjaro with their teenage daughters and understand the needs of adults and families and are committed to the well being of the guides and porters, which is crucial for the success of every trek.

Booking a trek through an unknown third party operator can compromise your safety and the safety of the mountain staff; it allows room for important details to fall through the cracks.

We Are Safety Experts

• Our internationally certified, Wilderness First Responders guides have 100-200+ personal summits and ensure your safety through continual monitoring and daily check-ups. All treks are outfitted with advanced emergency and communication equipment.

• Our Tanzania Kilimanjaro Specialists will provide a seamless experience throughout your stay in Tanzania. Having summitted many times from every route on Kilimanjaro, this hands-on knowledge and dedication to providing the highest quality service give you the best chance to safely reach Kilimanjaro's 19,340-foot summit.

• Our Chefs have professional Hygenic Food Preparation Training and prepare nutritionist planned meals that include produce from company organic gardens.


We Are Leaders in Ethical Porter Treatment

With the highest compensation packages on the mountain, our Porters also receive professional, all-weather, climbing uniforms and complimentary transportation, hearty meals, and medical coverage. We are partnered with the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project and provide porters with educational and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Our Specialized Partnerships Make Planning Easy

• Our contract with Delta/KLM gives us access to competitive, unpublished rates for flights from the U.S. to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania.

• Thomson Trekkers receive access to exclusive, route specific personal training programs from Fit For Trips.
Read our guests' feedback about the Fit For Trips training program

• Specialized gear is readily available for all Thomson Trekkers through our KILI Store, with proceeds benefitting the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project.

There Are No Hidden Costs

Our land packages are all-inclusive. We do not separate park fees or any other component of your trip; virtually the only extra money you will need in Tanzania is for gratuities and souvenirs.

 

We look forward to having you trek with us!
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Kilimanjaro Treks & Wildlife Safaris

Thomson Safaris

U.S. / Tanzania

800-235-0289