MT. KILIMANJARO CREW

Head Mountain Guide
Leading each expedition team is our Head Mountain Guide. For larger groups, a second guide may also join to ensure everything runs smoothly. The Head Guide is not just a title but a crucial role that involves harmonizing our policies, mountain regulations, and your personal needs with the entire team. They take on extensive responsibilities before, during, and after your trek to guarantee a successful journey. With years of experience, our head guides are among the best on Kilimanjaro, fluent in English, and available in other languages upon request.

Assistant Mountain Guides

When your trek includes more than one participant, Assistant Mountain Guides join the team. They work closely with the Head Guide, focusing on your safety and the overall success of the expedition. These guides often form strong connections with climbers, as they are highly dedicated to client care with fewer administrative tasks. Trained to the same high standards as Head Guides, many of our assistant guides also lead their own expeditions, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

Cook

On Mount Kilimanjaro, where there are no restaurants, each trekking group is accompanied by a skilled mountain cook. Cooking at high altitudes is challenging, but our cooks excel in preparing delicious meals under these conditions. They undergo regular training and bring unique flavors to your trek. If you have specific dietary needs, just let us know in advance, and we’ll tailor the menu to suit you. In addition to preparing meals for climbers, the cook also provides meals for the entire support team. For larger groups, additional cooks may be assigned. The cook also has a preassigned waiter from the crew of porters. The waiter often becomes a favorite among climbers. More than just a porter, the waiter takes on additional duties at campsites, such as serving meals and setting up dining tents. They ensure that hot, delicious food is served promptly, helping to keep you energized for the journey ahead.

Porters

Porters are the unsung heroes of any Kilimanjaro crew expedition, playing a vital role in ensuring the success of your climb. Their primary responsibility is to carry equipment, supplies, and personal belongings, making the ascent more manageable for climbers. Each porter typically carries up to 20 kilograms, including tents, cooking gear, food supplies, and your duffel bags.

Their work begins early in the morning, often breaking down campsites and setting them up again at the next stop before you arrive. Despite the physical demands, porters navigate the mountain’s challenging terrain with remarkable speed and efficiency, ensuring that your gear is ready and waiting for you at each camp.