Great Lake Expedition

Visited: Jan. 2022 Reviewed: Feb. 04, 2022 Submitted in:

Damson at Great Lake Expedition was great! He set up everything for us and was very, very detail oriented. He was very responsive (given the 10 hr time difference) to our questions and checked in with us frequently during our stay. Our accommodations were excellent, the food was good and plentiful and felt very safe the whole time.
Our safari guide, Simon, was very knowledgeable of the area, plants, animals, you name it you knew it or found out what it was. Plus a really interesting guy to get to know and we felt like friends by the end of our tour.

They also planned a break in Zanzibar. The guide of old stone town was funny! Also very knowledgeable and obviously a local as everyone seemed to know Ali! It felt like getting a tour from a friend. Also felt very safe there and had a great time.

We would use them again in a second! Was truly a trip of a lifetime!

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Visited: Jul. 2021 Reviewed: Jul. 27, 2021 Submitted in:

The overall hike and comradery with the Great Lake Expedition guides and porters really made this an amazing experience. They took us up the very scenic Machame Route. We had breathtaking and scenic views of both upper and lower mountain. The food and hospitality was that of a 5 star hotel. The guys would even sing for us time to time keeping us in very good spirits as we climbed our way of the mountain. In addition, they paid close attention to our health ensuring it was always safe to continue. They made sure that we all made it to the top, helping and holding us if needed. This was by far one of the most exception experiences of my life. Great Lake Expedition is an experience team of professionals guides and porters and I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting an exception experience venturing Kilimanjaro; even if you go alone and not in a group you will feel as though you are with family.

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Visited: Jul. 2021 Reviewed: Jul. 26, 2021 Submitted in:

Thank you once again all at Great Lake Expedition for the unforgettable days!
Damsoni for all info, fast responding and arranging. A safe feeling to be picked up en brought back at the airport.
Emanuel, I’ve learned a lot about the country, Kilimanjaro, vegetation and the culture. You’re a great guide and person! Raphael, it was pleasure in the parks driving around with you and to spot a diversity of beautiful animals so near.
Butterfly, every day you put a smile on my face:)
Emanuel always happy and a good team with Kizito helping during summit!
The food during the Kili trek was really good, I was impressed by it. Three times a day a warm healthy and tasty dish! Jonas, Kamen, Job, Diana and all above, you do a great job and you operate as a team!
Highly recommend the Kilimanjaro trek with you and Tarangire park. Accommodations I recommend: Great Lake Expedition tent at Kilimanjaro;) of course, Rivertrees Country Inn (near entrance Arusha park) and Tarangire Safari Lodge (for a sleep in the park!)

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Visited: Jun. 2021 Reviewed: Jul. 06, 2021 Submitted in:

My 16 year old daughter and I (55) planned a pre-Covid trip to and decided to keep our trip from USA after training and excitement grew. I’m very glad we did; the airlines, Kili Wonders Hotel, Bouganvillea safari lodge and Great Lake Expeditin all took precautions to ensure our safety. The trails on Kili were not busy and we were treated as VIPs as everyone was grateful we made the trip. Kili is not easy but with training and determination we both summited. Great Lake Expedition’s Simon, Chale and Japhet were great trek and Safari guides.
A trip we will never forget. I wouldn’t hesitate the make the same decision again. Get busy living!

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Visited: Jun. 2021 Reviewed: Jun. 24, 2021 Submitted in:

This trip far exceeded any and every expectation that I had. The Great Lake Expedition crew that was put together was professional, and by the time we got to the bottom of the mountain they felt like family. Our guide and assistant guide (Paulo and Kevoo) were ever encouraging and provided knowledge and insight on the mountain that only someone growing up in the Machame village could provide. Our trip, even though it was far less than 1/2 the cost of other trips, was not lacking for amenities. The food was delicious, the transportation was prompt, and everyone was kind and professional. The hotel was great, and the Great Lake Expedition team in Moshi made sure that we were taken care of, even after our expedition was over.

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Visited: May. 2021 Reviewed: May. 25, 2021 Submitted in:

We have already booked the Kilimanjaro climb via the Rongai route with Great Lake Expedition in February 2020. Then Corona came. We thought back and forth for a long time whether to do this trip or not. Great Lake Expedition has always been extremely understanding and tolerant. In the end, we decided to fly to Tanzania.

Together with another younger couple from Canada, we (50 + 51 years old) took off with Mcregan and his team. It was absolutely fantastic. The camps were empty and there were only four of us. Finally we were happily standing at Uhuru Peak on 01.05.21!

The guides were amazing: the perfect mix of friendliness, sovereignty and professionalism. We felt comfortable, safe and in good hands from the very first moment. Our health was checked every day, including the oxygen level in our blood.
We hiked, talked, laughed and sang together.
Our cook and porters also did an outstanding job. A super friendly, helpful team - you can't praise them enough. They often left us speechless with their service - it was simply incredible. Kudus to them!

I actually wanted to write this review immediately after our return, but as is often the case, time passes so quickly. But since not a week goes by without us thinking back happily to this Kilimanjaro climb, I would just like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU once again to the entire Great Lake Expedition team for an unforgettable week on Mt. Kilimanjaro!
We can highly recommend Great Lake Expedition without hesitation

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Visited: May. 2021 Reviewed: May. 24, 2021 Submitted in:

We had an amazing trek with our guides, Juma and Peter, and the team: the cook, our ‘personal assistant’ and the porters. They were all amazing and helped us climbing Kilimanjaro successfully! They always were positive, helpful, caring and made us laugh. Thanks to them, the good camping gear and the great food (Dastan is an amazing chef!) we reached the peak. 5 stars all the way!

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Visited: Apr. 2021 Reviewed: May. 06, 2021 Submitted in:

Incredible service from our trip manager, guides and porters. We felt very safe in the hands of the Great Lake Expedition team. Would highly recommend using them.

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Visited: Mar. 2021 Reviewed: Mar. 17, 2021 Submitted in:

Great Lake Expedition did a great job of organizing our climb of Mt Kilimanjaro -- from start to finish. We would never have succeeded without their constant help, professionalism and kindness. The entire team made our climb as comfortable as possible and our ultimate success is a testament to their high quality service. Would highly recommend them and hope to use them again for future adventures !

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Visited: Jan. 2021 Reviewed: Jan. 28, 2021 Submitted in:

Incredible experience! Definitely one of the trips in my life! 5 star service and highly recommend Great Lake Expedition
one of the best adventure I have done. Superb company and crew.

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