Reviews
Email Jennifer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible
Overall: would really recommend this company to anyone considering climbing Kilimanjaro. Myself and my companion were looked after from start to finish, the team prioritised our welfare throughout and were so kind and friendly. We felt safe and had an incredible experience, all thanks to the team at Mboni. When compared to other companies we met along the hike, Mboni was stand out in terms of quality and services provided...Incoming longer breakdown:
THE ORGANISATION
It was really easy to organise the trip with Mboni and the itinerary was custom made for our needs. We were given it well in advance. We had a driver (frank) pick us up from the airport and take us to our accommodation, he was friendly and took us on our day trip prior to climbing Kilimanjaro. We felt our welfare was being looked after and everything ran according to the itinerary.
THE GUIDES
Our guides, Khateeb and Amos made us feel comfortable and reassured from the start. They would outline the plan for each day the night prior and were very attentive when we had mild altitude sickness. Their pace was immaculate for getting us through each day. They would constantly look out for our welfare, making sure we were drinking enough, that we felt well and were enjoying ourselves!! They are both wonderful humans, full of smiles and energy and it made such a difference to our trip.
THE TEAM
We had a team of 10: 7 porters, a chef and our guides. The team were great, all friendly, all kind and all obviously really enjoying their job. All of them were always smiling which really helped morale. Faraje was particularly helpful, daily helping us with getting water and making sure we were comfortable. We got daily water for washing which was a luxurious treat which people with other companies did not get. We were amazed by Ali and Thomas' singing and by Mohammed's and Peters dancing!! Benji always had a smile on his face, Suey-Bo too even when carrying over 20kg!!
THE FOOD
The food was great throughout. Cooked by chef Peter. We had warm food for every meal which we were grateful for on the mountain. The food was very varied and delicious. Even when we lost our appetite due to altitude sickness, Peter came to see us and ask if there was something specific we could eat. Very kind and thoughtful. For longer days, small snacks and juice drinks were provided to us.
THE EQUIPMENT
We decided to hire walking poles and sleeping bags. They were both of great quality. The sleeping bags were clean and kept us warm throughout the night. The tent was clean and very spacious, compared to other companies tents ours was one of the best. We had a table with chairs and condiments for eating on - a luxury we did not expect but we're very grateful for.
Email Jeanie R | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mboni Adventures are an absolute amazing company and I could not recommend then more highly
My daughters and I have just returned from climbing Kilimanjaro and a 4 day Safari all organised by Mboni Adventures.
They are a WONDERFUL company. Honestly, they are so professional, caring and absolutely first class people.
I couldn't recommend them more highly
PL
Email Kornel C | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great time, unforgatable experience
Kilimanjaro plus safari
Very good preperation of whole trip, very good conntact with office. Everything on time. Spacial thanks to our tour quide on kilimanjaro Elly, he made great atmosphere (of course with his two right hands Tomi and Jonhsonn, and the rest of his team - we will remember this to the end of live). We was spend one of the best time in our live. I would like to recommended this trip agency to everyone.
SG
Email Chris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
If I could only give MBONI SIX STARS!
Leave zero doubt about how well you are going to be treated by MBONI. My buddy and I just did the Kili hike via Rongai and a four day safari. From the moment we started planning with them, the time we landed to the time we left, there was no detail missing and they were so meticulous, courteous and totally professional every step of the way. Your journey starts during the planning phase and we opted for tall tents, showers, private toilets, bed cots and for Jackson the owner....NO PROBLEM (a few other agencies said no way these can be done)! He was with us all the way in person and in whatsapp and it was almost like he never slept to ensure you had a fantastic trip. Not only did he pick us up, we had meals together, he drove us personally to Arusha from Moshi and then to the airport and was with us all the way. He even brought us personal medical attention for COVID tests. I also want to give a shout out to his team of Frank, Frank2, Atibu, Kent, John, Chila, Peter, Abuu, Tony, Jackson, Godbless, Issa, Ally, Juma, Gamaya, Shedrak, Bonfasi who were the best dream team to take us up the summit / safari. I cant say enough of these guys and my heart was left with them when we said our goodbyes. Its not about just the efficiency of the service, its also foremost about people....and leaving with a great feeling that you made not only friends but brothers too....GO MBONI!!!!
IT
Email Ricci | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome Experience Climbing to Kilimanjaro Summit
This December, my 2 brothers and I made it safely to Mt Kilimanjaro’s Uhuru Peak guided by the excellent crew from Mboni Adventures. It is not an easy achievement and I am certain that we could not have made it on our own. They gave us all the necessary support, kept us safe every step of the way. The trek is full of many experiences from Marangu gate to the summit, each day brought new experiences, trekking through the deep mountain forest, heath and moorland, grassland, barren rocks and the glaciers surrounding Uhuru peak. We also enjoyed the food by cook Priva who made sure that we were always filled to capacity. I am very grateful to Jackson-The owner Mboni Adventures and the professional crew for giving us an unforgettable experience.
CH
Email Matteo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable and Incredible Trip
Mboni Adventures and safari has proved to be an incredible operator taking into consideration that we made our bookin only one week before the trek! And yet Jackson with his team managed to organize a flawless 6 days Machame climb and 3 days safari and at a very reasonable cost. We started with the climb with guide Omar and Khateeb and support crew of porters and a cook. They were outstanding and made sure that we made it to the summit safely and having experienced the highs and lows of mental and physical efforts which were rewarded with the views of rising sun as we stood at the top of Africa highest mountain.
The subsequent safari trip to Tarangire, Manyara and Ngorongoro was amazing too. Our guide took us to great locations where we encountered abundant wild animals in different species. We actually saw all the big 5, many birds and many other interesting sightings. Including cultural visit to a Masai homestead.
Unforgettable and Incredible
NL
Email Denzel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME
We were able to book our trek from home with Mboni Adventures yet I have never been to Tanzania owing to the fantastic communication with Jackson the director.
We met Jackson waiting for us upon our arrival in Tanzania He drove us to our hotel where he introduced us to our climbing guides, led in the briefing and then helped us get some few items from their leasing shop at a fair price. The following morning we met with the rest of the crew at Marangu gate. The trek to the summit was challenging and got tougher as we made it higher and by the summit night I had very little reserves remaining, however Khatib the main guide took my backpack and stuck with me till I finally reached Uhuru Peak.
My special thanks go to the whole group for a safe trek and an adventure of a lifetime.