Kilimanjaro klatring, Rongai Route (7-dages)

Special shout out. Excellent adventure, I was a bit worried flying out solo, but the organization of the trip made it simple. I was picked up form airport, accommodated nicely at the Altezza hotel prior to trip, well communicated as to what time is orientation and start time, met with others in the group that I was joining, and then went on the climb. The Guide and the support staff were easy to speak with and always smiling even when some of the porters were carrying a giant duffel bag on their head) the meals were great and safety checks were done daily. I dropped my glove into the hole of the outhouse the day before summit, but the staff loaned me a pair as it seems like they had extras of everything fur the people like me that are a bit clumsy :) (I wasn't going to try to fish it out) The day after the adventure I asked Altezza if I could rent a driver /translator to take me to help out at a local orphanage, and even something impromptu that is not their normal trip they were able to accommodate. Since then I have been involved with the local children's home and Altezza travel has been gracious to assist in giving back to the local community with trips and employee, transportation, and food support for the less fortunate. Way to go Altezza!!! It is nice to see that a company not only cares about the money.

This was my second trip up to the summit of Kilimanjaro with Altezza. Stop looking and book with them. This is a great company, with very good client care, safety and mission. From start to finish, there is great communication. Once you land in Tanzania, this continues. I had to change my pick-up last minute, and they accommodated without cost. The staff are extremely friendly and professional, and their main mission is your safety (first) and of course comfort. The gear they provide, including tents, toilet tents and the group dining tent are all very good. Now a few words on the Rongai route...I had done the Lemosho route 2 years ago, and wanted something new. This was totally different, mostly due to climate. You'll be approaching Kili from the north and it's alpine desert. I even got a bit sunburned. The other routes may get rain, which we didn't experience even once. Please note this is highly dependent on season too. I would do it again!

We did the Kilimanjaro hike in 7 days by the Rongai routes. By choosing Altezza, we got the best team we could ever imagine ! The entire team, which is porters, guides, chief, waiter, all of them were so nice and welcoming. Imrani, Philemone and Ally were our guides during the trip. They were just AMAZING. They are real caregiver, supportive, and very professionals. The night of the summit we had a whole team with us. As we were a group of seven, they were seven people with us, our 3 guides, 2 assistants guides, and two summit assistants. We felt so safe with them, they really gave all of their energy to help us reach the summit. The organisation was perfect, we felt very safe with them. Medical checks were done twice a day, which allowed us to talk about everything. Also they provide us with a packing list which was very usefull and accurate. They also offer the possibility to rent clothes and hiking gears. The chief cooked us very great meals (special shoutout to his amaaazings chapatis). As a vegetarian, every meal was complete and nutritious and I ate delicious meals every days. I can only recommend to book your trip with Altezza if you have planned to do the Kilimanjaro hike to the summit !

We enjoyed a private adventure including Moshi and Arusha shopping, the Kilimanjaro Rongai 7 Day Route, Tarangire National Park, Balloon, and Ngorongoro Crater safaris, and a Zanzibar holiday. Altezza is Excellence! From initial planning through final airport transfers, the entire Altezza team is knowledgeable, professional, kind, and so much FUN! During our planning, we were able to evaluate the various routes, tent choices, and water options. Altezza’s planning portal, packing lists, informative videos, and articles made our preparation convenient and orderly. Our special meal requests were graciously accommodated. Asante Deogratius! All our questions were thoroughly answered. Asante Nadia! The solid rental gear and comprehensive gear check process was reassuring. I was able to use gear I’d brought and greatly reduce the items I needed to rent. The mountain team even did a pre-summit gear check for our specific summit attempt conditions. On our walks, our guides shared cool stories of Tanzanian history, fables, and culture. Asante Jonas! The medical skill of the Altezza guides kept our team safe during a couple health challenges. Altezza provided oxygen, monitored vitals, coordinated 3 modes of transport, and had an Altezza manager with us at the hospital to make the process as easy as possible. Asanteni sana Benedict, Jonas, Regis, and Samson!!! The warm Tanzanian hospitality extended far beyond the Altezza team through their carefully chosen lodge, camp, hotel, and balloon partners. The entire adventure was filled with so many thoughtful touches and enjoyable surprises! Altezza Bunnies ROCK! The dedication and hard work of the entire Altezza team made every success possible and memorable! Asanteni Nadia, Joseph, Regis, Jonas, Deogratius , Billy, Revocatus, Benedict, Samson, James, Samweli, Maneno, Baraka, Omari, Alfan, Fulgens, Emanueli, Raymond, Magdalena, Kelvin, Jingu, Godlsten, Joshua, Emmanuel, Victor, Godlove, Mohamed, Julius, Omary, Joseph2, Matthew, Erick!

A Truly Perfect Experience with Altezza Travel! From the moment we arrived at the Altezza lodge, everything was perfect! The attention to detail and impeccable service were simply incredible. Then came our Rongai Route climb. Our guides—Nelson, Mongi, Lema, and Eleakim—made us feel safe and cared for every step of the way. They were attentive, patient with all our questions, and expertly guided us "pole pole" (slowly, slowly) to the summit of Kilimanjaro. Without them, it would have been impossible. The entire team, including Ezequiel, Maturo, Frederick, the amazing chefs, and all the porters, were always smiling and ready to help without us even asking. There are no words to thank them enough! As a company, Altezza exceeded all our expectations. The entire experience was first-class—you truly can't ask for more. I would give everything an 11 out of 10 if I could! This company is 100% recommended. — Gustavo Cohen Imach

EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME I, along with my family (10 trekkers in total), completed the Kilimanjaro trek a couple of weeks ago. We successfully summited on the Rongai Route. We had a team of 50 to get the 10 of us to the summit. This team made sure we had clean water, clean tents and toilets, and delicious, freshly cooked food — all of which was delivered with the warmth and friendliness that I have come to understand is part of Tanzanian culture. The team was led by our four guides: Abraham, Nolasco, Mark, and Exaud. We were so lucky to have these four as our guides, each bringing a different personality to the group. Abraham (nicknamed Abs & Chief) was a natural leader. We called him the village elder, as he had wisdom beyond his years and was a true people person. He was perceptive, knowledgeable, and charismatic, with a cheerful warmth that elicited trust straightaway. Favourite phrase: “Pain is temporary, pride is forever” — this will stay with me always. Nolasco (The Mountain God & Tanzanian Bob Marley) was the motivator of the guides. The singing and chants alone would have got us to the summit, but to boot, he is also an experienced guide. He summited four times on our summit day — twice with our group and twice more with another group. He said he did this because he can’t say “one team, one dream” and not help people when needed. That kind of work ethic speaks for itself. A mixture of technical experience and fun made him a key part of the team. Favourite phrase: “One team, one dream.” Exaud (The Headteacher) — on the surface, a strict, speaks-his-mind type, but underneath, a principled and knowledgeable guide. You don’t question Exaud; you just do as he says, but of course that comes with trust, which is earned quickly. Marky Mark (The Joker) — always with a smile and a friendly word to greet you, he was a joy to have in the team. All four guides are exceptionally experienced, and none of us would have summited without them. They were supported by the assistant guides: Mousa, Peter, Suleman, and Joseph. Together, they made our experience a truly amazing one. Every day, we felt like we were part of a Tanzanian family. Special mention to Mousa, who was a godsend for me on summit night. I could not have summited without Mousa and Abraham. Mousa needs to be fast-tracked to becoming a guide, because no doubt he will make a great one. This was a camping trip, but with luxury service. Maturo was in charge of the camp setup (tents, toilets, luggage, etc.). He and his team did an impeccable job. The clean tents and toilets were always ready before we arrived at camp, and the Kilimanjaro shoe shine (they would clean our shoes when we reached camp) was a lovely touch. Coordinating living arrangements and possessions for a team of 10 at altitude, was no mean feat. The food service was handled by the chefs: Justin and Benson, and the waiters: Reggie and Emmanuel. The menu was clearly thought out and planned to give us the best nutritional inputs we needed, while also being delicious. How they achieved this at altitude in freezing temperatures was truly impressive. Reggie and Emmanuel were the best waiters — always smiling, friendly, and making our mealtimes really fun. A mix of skill, professionalism, humour, and warmth from our Altezza team made this journey a truly amazing experience that will stay with me for a long time. The whole team were true professionals — nothing was too much effort, so hardworking, and I cannot speak highly enough of them.

I can’t speak highly enough about Altezza Travel. They made this trip an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, they were the most organized, professional, and supportive team I’ve ever traveled with. If you’re considering climbing Kilimanjaro, I highly recommend the Rongai route. It’s much less crowded than other routes, and we were fortunate enough to see some wildlife along the way, which is rare on the more popular routes. Our team leaders, Mosha and Jackson, were absolutely incredible. They were attentive and made sure both my son and I were well looked after every step of the way. Their guidance and encouragement played a huge part in us successfully reaching the Uhuru Summit. The rest of the team, including Ezekiel and Godfreed, were a breath of fresh air! They always greeted us with smiles during our tea breaks and at the campsite, keeping the mood light and positive. A huge shoutout to our chef as well, the meals were incredible and exactly what we needed to stay energized and nourished for the climb. If you follow Altezza’s program, your chances of making it to the summit are incredibly high. They claim a 98% success rate, and it’s no surprise why. Thank you so much to the entire team for an experience of a lifetime for me and my son! If you want a seamless, supportive, and memorable experience, Altezza Travel is the way to go! Highly recommended.

Dear Altezza Team, Finally, I have time to write a review about my Kilimanjaro expedition! In one phrase, it was: Above Expectations! You can do it! – Justin (super guide) and Amani (super training guide) will support you. You're doing great! – Wilson (super guide) will cheer you on. Eat as much as you can! – Patrick (super waiter) will kindly insist. One friend recommended Altezza to me, and the information on your website was just perfect, so I went for it. After booking, I was contacted by Natalia (Altezza manager). We had about an hour-long conversation, and she answered all my questions. Special thanks to Natalia – she helped me understand which route to choose. Initially, I wanted to take a shorter one, but Natalia convinced me to go with a longer route, and it turned out to be excellent advice. So, when choosing a route – take it seriously and trust the professionals! All the necessary equipment can be rented, and you don't have to worry about your personal items during the climb – Altezza takes care of everything. I took the Rongai Route, which was just perfect. The weather was great, though a bit cold all the time. We were lucky to have no rain during all 7 days of the climb. If you prefer more privacy, this route is ideal – you won’t meet many other tourists. I’ve already mentioned the guides – they are true professionals. They took great care of us and gave us so much attention and support. Our summit was on 14.07.25 – and it was NOT easy at all – but we made it with the 200% support of guides Justin, Wilson, and Amani, and, of course, the whole team who organized perfect camps for us. I don’t remember all the team members' names, but everyone from the Rongai Route team (09.07–15.07) was brilliant. Special thanks to our chef Evans! The food was amazing – truly perfect. I couldn’t have expected anything better. The menu was well-balanced and very tasty. I didn’t even need extra snacks. Chef Evans personally checked in to see if we liked the food – that was very thoughtful and attentive. Overall, the adventure was not easy at all, but I’m incredibly happy I did it! If you're planning to go – yes, you will be cold, yes, you will feel the altitude, and yes, you will be tired – but you will also love it! If reaching the summit is your goal – trust Altezza's professionals! P.S. The hotels before and after the climb were great, and the food at the restaurants – 5 stars! Good luck to everyone planning a Kilimanjaro climb! Elizaveta

What an amazing week we have had thanks to the incredible team at Altezza. From start to finish everything was impeccable, from the level of professionalism and friendliness of the guides/porters, to the high quality equipment. Nothing was too big of an ask for Altezza, who were able to help facilitate everything we could possibly have asked for to make sure we had an enjoyable time. There could not be a single fault I find with their service from start to finish. The guides Nolasco, Mark, Abraham and Exaude made sure we made it to the summit whilst keeping us entertained along the way. Assistant guides Moussa, Peter, Joseph and Jackson always were there with a big smile on their face encouraging us with each step, whilst working tirelessly to carry our equipment up the mountain. Special mention to Reggie and Emanuel alongside chefs Justin and Benson who cooked and served the most incredibly tasty, nutritious food every single day. Each of the porters all had a role to play, and each were clearly happy to be with our group and assisting us with our expedition. Also to mention that the entire team (50+ for our group of 10) had top quality hiking boots/rucksacks/clothes, a good touch from Altezza looking after their employees.

UNFORGETTABLE! I’ve just returned from the adventure of a lifetime — a 7-day trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro via the Rongai Route, organized by the incredible team at Altezza Travel and I honestly don’t have enough superlatives to do it justice. From the beginning, the care, professionalism, and warmth of the crew were beyond anything I’ve ever experienced. We were a group of 10 trekkers, supported by a dream team of 50 guides, porters, cooks, and camp staff, all working seamlessly to ensure our safety, comfort, and success on the mountain. It's humbling to witness that kind of dedication and effort. Our lead guides — Abraham, Nolasco, Exaud and Mark were nothing short of phenomenal. Their years of mountain experience blended with humor, wisdom and encouragement culminated in razor-sharp expertise to every step of the journey. These guys are true heroes, going above and beyond to ensure others on the mountain were safe and summited alongside our group. There were moments when we each struggled, and yet somehow, they always knew exactly what to say or do to keep us moving forward, one step at a time (polepole). Special mention to Joeseph, Peter, Suleman and Musa - Assistant guides, who effortlessly made our summit journey seamless. Offering a helping hand at every opportunity, these guys are Legends. This crew alongside the rest created an unmatched family spirit that was the heartbeat of this journey. And yes — the camp songs each evening were pure magic. Every detail was thought through: clean facilities, warm water for washing thanks to camp managers Mauturo and William who’s vibrant and caring personalities made reaching each camp feel rewarding and homely. It’s clear that this team doesn’t just get people to the summit — they care about the way you get there. A special mention to chefs Justin and Benson who’s nourishing hot meals (even at altitude!) were sublime everyday. The choice and nutritional planning prepared our bodies in the best way to summit with ease. Each morning greeted by the best camp waiters there are Reggie and Emmanuel with a warm drink to start the day. Both are the warmest and friendliest people I’ve met. With smiles that will brighten up your day, they will ensure you’re well fed at each meal to enhance your climbing experience. I will never forget these guys!! If you’re considering hiking Kilimanjaro — do it. But do it with Altezza, if possible with those mentioned above. They are elite-level operators with true heart, and their reputation as the best on the mountain is absolutely deserved. This trip changed me. The summit was just part of it. The real gift was meeting all of the wonderful people who got us there. Asante sana, team. Hakuna matata always.