“Can I climb Kili?” is a question many of our guests ask themselves throughout the planning stages of their trek. A mountain that stretches 19,341 feet high, Kilimanjaro is a serious feat that requires physical strength, mental endurance, and a lot of determination. You too might be wondering if you’re up to the challenge. The answer is yes!
Thomson leads people of all ages and levels of experience to the top with a 98% summit success rate. Here’s what some of our trekkers had to say about climbing Kili with Thomson:
A Self-Proclaimed City Girl
Trekker: Nicole Cicogna
Age: 41
Level of experience: Beginner
“Before Kilimanjaro, the highest I’d ever climbed was to the top of the Empire State Building – and in heels! Climbing Kilimanjaro was the most difficult thing I’ve ever done, but also the most rewarding.”
An Active Retiree
Trekker: Bob Walls
Age: 67
Level of experience: Intermediate
“The climb is a challenge, as it is supposed to be, but with the great support and experience of the Thomson guide and porter team, it becomes doable.”
A Multi-Generational Family
Trekkers: The Marshall Family
Ages: 23-70
Level of experience: Varied
“Three generations of my family – my son, brother, and nearly 70-year-old father – had a lifelong dream to climb Kili together. With the help of our first class guides and porters, we all safely summited!”
An Avid Thrill Seeker
Trekker: Thomas Rohrer
Age: 50
Level of experience: Intermediate
“I love physical challenges and outdoor activities, and climbing Kili is a perfect combination of the two. The great thing about it is that you don’t have to be a world-class climber to get to the top, but it does require patience and perseverance.”
A Record-Setting Mountaineer
Trekker: Vanessa O’Brien
Age: 48
Level of experience: Advanced
“No matter how much climbing you’ve done, you have to respect a mountain that’s 19,341 feet tall. The altitude makes it a challenge, even for the most experienced trekker.”