Excellent service...ask for Patrick & George We had the most amazing experience as we successfully climbed kilimanjaro led by head guide Patrick and his assistant George. The team work really well together and there is... Read moreWe had the most amazing experience as we successfully climbed kilimanjaro led by head guide Patrick and his assistant George. The team work really well together and there is so much attention to detail to make the experience as memorable as possible. Emmanuel is quick to answer any queries by mail. I highly recommend this team. They really are great and you will have a memorable climb. Many thanks Isabelle Read less

Kilimanjaro 7 Day Lemosho Climb+6 Day Safari+Zanzibar We used the services of Tanzania Joy Tours to climb Kili, a 6-day safari and a walk to Zanzibar. We were pleasantly surprised by staffing and quality of service. Emmanuel... Read moreWe used the services of Tanzania Joy Tours to climb Kili, a 6-day safari and a walk to Zanzibar. We were pleasantly surprised by staffing and quality of service. Emmanuel is quite flexible and responds quickly and accurately to emails. Our guide to the top was Albert Ringo, an incredible boy, devoted, honest, and with a shabby sense of humor. He is very experienced and climbing with him is guaranteed. I highly recommend Elli Nassari as your guide to the safari. He is an absolute professional and a good person. Organizes a close encounter with all kinds of animals. Zanzibar's hotels were great and we spent some unforgettable days. Thanks Tanzania Joy Tours Read less

Kilimanjaro & Safari trip Tanzania Joy Tours We (me and my boyfriend) both did a Safari and climbed Kilimanjaro through Tanzania Joy Tours. Both were amazing and the company really did it's best to make sure we... Read moreWe (me and my boyfriend) both did a Safari and climbed Kilimanjaro through Tanzania Joy Tours. Both were amazing and the company really did it's best to make sure we had the best holiday. For the safari we joined 4 others from 2 different companies. With the 6 of us we had a great group in the jeep and were able to see both great migration as well as the Big Five. The guide was really great and we were really happy to see that everything was organized well. We slept in tents and there was a cook with us to make sure that provided us with good food everyday.
For the Kilimanjaro we were surprised to have been with just the two of us and not join a group. However in the end it turned out to be not a problem at all since it was easier to not have to wait for others (just the 2 of us) and we came across so many people everyday during the climp and in the camps that it felt like a very social trip after all.
I did not have too many expectations for the food on the mountain (after all you are on a mountain), but the cook who was with us made some excellent food and we always had way too much. Furthermore we were really glad to have Patrick as a guide since he really cared for the safety of the tourists on the mountain (we saw some people along the way to be left alone by their guide which is totally unexceptable) and he also was a nice guide to have around and very experienced. He was a good leader of the team and made sure that we had the best time and made it to the top!
Also, on forehand we were sceptical about whether we would need all the clothing that was recommended by the guide/company the day before we climbed the Kili, however we were very glad we did rend the recommended stuff because you do need it during the summit!
By the way, Machame Route 6 days is the route we did and absolutely no regrets chosing this route and amount of days.


All in all, I can definitely recommend Tanzania Joy Tours: I feel it is always better to join a local organization and this company really met the expectations and more. I can honestly say that you'll have a good value for money compared to other organizations! Read less

Tanzania Joy Tours The climb is tough, but worth every step. My brother and I traveled with Tanzania Joy Tours and were in a group with other climbers. This made the trip more... Read moreThe climb is tough, but worth every step. My brother and I traveled with Tanzania Joy Tours and were in a group with other climbers. This made the trip more enjoyable, being with others who have had the same dream as you - to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. Tanzania Joy Tours did a great job setting us up, and the guides were wonderful. If I ever did this again I would request Peter as my guide. My suggestion to anyone who attempts this is to try and get as much sleep as possible every night. It can be tough because of the altitude, but I believe this made a huge difference for me. Also make sure to have rain gear and pack covers. You hike through rain forests on the way up and on the way out. Having dry clothes and packs makes the hike much more enjoyable. It gets very cold when the sun goes down so dry is important. I would recommend this hike to anyone who wants a challenge because it is not easy, but reaching the top is tremendous Read less

Excelent The experience was excelent, we have confirmed the tour the day we arrived, and we started Kilimanjaro tour the next day with Antony. Emmanual is a very good organizer and... Read moreThe experience was excelent, we have confirmed the tour the day we arrived, and we started Kilimanjaro tour the next day with Antony. Emmanual is a very good organizer and always try to do the best for us. we have booked Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Safari, everything was very good arranged. The meals during the trekking are good, that was a really good support for our ascent to the peak. Read less

Kilimanjaro and Safari I have just returned from an amazing adventure with Tanzania Joy Tours climbing Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route with two friends and my 11 year old son. It was absolutely... Read moreI have just returned from an amazing adventure with Tanzania Joy Tours climbing Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route with two friends and my 11 year old son. It was absolutely fantastic from the outset. The company were so professional and easy to deal with. The added bonus of them using WhatsApp meant all communication was fast and straight forward. We had Patrick as our guide for the climb with Martin as the assistant guide and they were both incredible. They were so knowledgeable and understood exactly how to assist us and gave great information and instructions to ensure we had a safe and enjoyable experience. Our cook was Jeremiah and our waiter was Ali and they both did a fantastic job. The food was top quality and the tents and equipment were all great. Tanzania joy tours could not do enough for us and we all made the summit because of the expert guidance! We finished our trip with a safari which was second to none. I can not recommend Tanzania Joy Tours and their staff enough! Read less

Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek Tanzania Joy Tours was an excellent company to book our trek with. We had a group of four college students and joined a fifth Tanzanian man who turned out to... Read moreTanzania Joy Tours was an excellent company to book our trek with. We had a group of four college students and joined a fifth Tanzanian man who turned out to be an incredible person and a good friend. Emmanuel was available basically 24/7 when it came to planning and communication before the hike as well as once we were in Tanzania. We chose the Machame Route 7 day trek but ended up finishing in 6 days. Emmanuel and our guide were very flexible with this.

In terms of the hike specifically, Ringo Star was our guide. I very highly recommend him as a guide. Ringo has a great sense of humor and him and his team worked very well together. Ringo (our main guide) and Deo (our assistant guide) were very knowledgeable about the mountain, the different routes, the vegetation, etc. Also, Josef, our cook, was incredible. We had more than enough food during the entire hike and all the food was very good. Ringo, Deo, and Josef all accompanied our group of 5 as we summitted and ensured that we all made it to the top of the tallest free standing mountain in the world.

I could go on and on about how great of an experience Tanzania Joy Tours was and how great our guide Ringo made our trip, but I suggest you simply contact Emmanuel if you’re considering planning your Kilimanjaro trek. As a college student, I spent a lot of time trying to find the best deal for its value while making sure the tour company I chose was trustworthy for this hike. I’m very happy that I chose Tanzania Joy Tours and got Ringo as a guide — I suggest that you do the same. Read less

Expert guides, amazing trip! 5 days to summit! I was so lucky that my friend found Tanzania Joy Tours to be our guide company. There are a LOT of tour companies in Tanzania, and many that will take... Read moreI was so lucky that my friend found Tanzania Joy Tours to be our guide company. There are a LOT of tour companies in Tanzania, and many that will take you up Kilimanjaro. How does one sift through them to choose? Well, I guess coming here to read reviews is one way to begin to decide! We had Adam and Moses as our guides, and they both were incredibly knowledgeable, capable, and truly pleasant to be around! Their English was great, and they were patient and helpful with those of us who wanted to learn Swahili. Their degree of confidence and professionalism helped us all stay calm throughout the trip, even when things get trying, as they do at high altitudes on long treks! Overall it was an amazing trip, we had an incredible time, and I wish I could go back again tomorrow to try a different route - but with the same tour company! We did the Machame route in 6 days total. Five stars, no questions about it! Thank you Tanzania Joy tours!!! Asante sana! Read less

TJT Tanzania joy tours Big thank you to Ringo, Deo, Dempsey and all the hard working boys who got me and paddy to the summit of Kilimanjaro this month.
Very professional and experienced and... Read moreBig thank you to Ringo, Deo, Dempsey and all the hard working boys who got me and paddy to the summit of Kilimanjaro this month.
Very professional and experienced and they made it a good laugh too.
If you want to climb Kilimanjaro I Would recommend these boys .. 10/10
Big thanks
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Kilimanjaro 7 Day Lemosho Climb + 2 Day Safari Our experience with Tanzania Joy Tours started with a 7 day trek to Uhuru Peak atop Mt. Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route. Our head guide August was very attentive (especially... Read moreOur experience with Tanzania Joy Tours started with a 7 day trek to Uhuru Peak atop Mt. Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route. Our head guide August was very attentive (especially when it came to our health and safety on the mountain). Our assistant guide Siza was also very accommodating (carrying our packs if need be and assisting us on trickier parts of the climb). Both men were committed to getting us to the summit. Our chef was prepared delicious meals for us on the daily. We were fed rice dishes, pasta dishes, soups, and stews among other snacks (peanuts and popcorn). Our waiter (Victor) was very pleasant and quick with delivery of tea, water for wash and our meals.

The route was breathtaking and while some days were long and challenging I never once regretted the decision to do the trek. On summit night, I was affected by the altitude (my symptoms included nausea, extreme fatigue and the inability to keep my balance). Our lead guide (August) had to literally hold my arm and drag me up the mountain. I did not take AMS medication because up until summit night I had adjusted to the altitude well and was advised not to take the Diamox I had been prescribed. While I did not enjoy the AMS symptoms, I got to the summit and down again with no lasting ill effects.

The only minor issue we had was the communication regarding the tipping procedure. Ie, how much to tip each member of the crew. Be sure to ask for details and clarify anything you are unsure of before getting to the mountain.

Our safari was outstanding. Our guide John was very informative and pleasant. We did 2 days which was more than enough to see an extensive list of animals. Be prepared for many bumps. Also note that the time it takes to drive to and from (we were based in a hotel in Moshi) Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater is several hours.

Overall my aunt and I had a wonderful time. Read less