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 iamswill 
 
2023-04-15
 
 
  
Summit Kilimanjaro with the best!
I had 8 days on the mountain and 4 days safari. From my first enquiry I knew these guys were the best. Gody answered all my silly questions regardless of the time of day. The accomodation provided in the tour was really nice, no complaints at all. I had a private tour so the whole crew was dedicated to me and my assent. Danny was an exceptional guide. He was knowledgeable and perceptive and I couldn’t have done it without him. The food cooked by Johnny on the mountain was above and beyond what I expected. Obedi took such good care of me. And held my hand when I needed it. Jackson made sure I was comfortable the entire time, and he and Zawadi were amazing when I needed them the most. And Eli and Moses carried the loads of gear. I have so much respect for these men. After a days rest I was off on safari with Joseph. One of the most incredible experiences, you just can’t describe how amazing these places and the animals that live in them are. Trip of a lifetime. Lots of tour companies on the mountain, but these guys are the best!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Esteve Soler 
 
2023-03-31
 
 
  
Amazing days
It was and amazing experience!!!A ten and a half!!!Kilimamjaro, safari and mont Meru…People from Africa Tors are proud of what they do and they make you feel great about your trip
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Eva 
 
2023-03-12
 
 
  
Successfully Summited Kilimanjaro Thanks to Bless Africa
I had an amazing experience with Bless Africa, where I did a two-day safari and eight-day Lemosho climb.  This is a locally-owned and run company that has thought through every detail the climb and safari experience to make sure our group enjoyed our time on the mountain and successfully summited Kilimanjaro - which we all did.Bless Africa went above and beyond to keep us informed about the hiking plan and answer any questions/concerns we had; make sure were healthy and well fed with amazing meals and snacks throughout the day (everything from omelettes, to fish curry, to delicious soups and local cuisine); and ensure we were prepared with the right gear and mindset for the day ahead. Could not recommend them enough.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Rachel 
 
2023-03-06
 
 
  
Strongly Recommended: Group excursion (8-day Lemosho Route, 2-day safari to Tarangire and Ngorongro Crater)
Don't think twice before choosing Bless Africa for your Kilimanjaro climb. My friend, who had previously summited Kilimanjaro, referred me and 8 friends to Bless Africa and I'm so grateful he did. Below are my top reasons (in no particular order) for choosing Bless Africa:1. HIGHLY EXPERIENCED GUIDES: Our head guide had summited Kilimanjaro nearly 100 times and had an over 90% success rate guiding others to the peak. Our 3 assistant guides had similarly summited dozens of times and had seen it all. They knew exactly how to pace our group, sustain our morale, and respond to signs of altititude sickness. I knew we were in good hands and guaranteed to make it to the summit thanks to their excellent experience, support, and sincere desire to see us succeed. (Thank you Danny, Light, Jo, and Kifaro - we wouldn't have made it without you!)2. LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS: Bless Africa was started by 2 former Tanzanian porters/guides - also a lovely married couple - Gody and Saumu (who was the first woman certified to guide tours up Kilimanjaro). The family business touch was evident at every turn. Gody personally picked us up at the airport, and both Gody and Saumu visited us before and after our trip to wish us well and invite feedback. They were also incredibly responsive as we prepared for our trip. Saumu responded to all my emails within 2 hours and also set up a WhatsApp chat.3. CARING GUIDES AND PORTERS: Kilimanjaro is definitely a physically and emotionally challenging endeavor, so the sincere care our guides and porters showed for our morale and welfare was critical. On summit night more than ever, my whole group recognized how lucky we were to have chosen Bless Africa. Our guides and porters sang to us and flitted around shouting encouragement, while also monitoring our health and morale, for six hours straight. There were hundreds of people summiting but I didn't hear any other groups receiving the same support.  We were also woke every morning by Joseph and Ombedi (our wonderful waiters) with hot tea and coffee, and every morning and night given a basin of hot water to wash ourselves. These little joys add up when embarking on one of the most physically trying experiences of your life.4. FAIR TREATMENT OF PORTERS: Gody and Saumu's reputations as former porters and guides precede them. Bless Africa, therefore, attracts the best porters and guides who know that Bless Africa will pay and treat them fairly. I can personally attest I saw porters from other groups not properly equipped for the climb, but Bless Africa's staff all had hiking boots and warm attire. They also enforced a transparent process for tipping whereby we announced the tips out loud to everyone and passed around a paper with the amounts written out to ensure every porter and guide understood and received 100% of their intended tip.5. AMAZING FOOD: John and Peter, our chefs, cooked better meals than I cook at home! We looked forward to every meal and were fed more than we could handle, ensuring we were strong and healthy for each day's hike. Can't tell you how much the food boosted our morale!6. WOMEN GUIDES AND PORTERS: We had both a female guide and a female porter which seemed to be a real rarity on the mountain. Saumu makes an effort to bring women into the business, which makes Bless Africa stand out from other companies.7. KNOWLEDGEABLE SAFARI GUIDES: We used a 2-day safari to adjust to the time difference and saw hundreds of elephants, 8 lions, 3 black rhinos, a leopard, a cheetah and her cubs, dozens of giraffes, and hundreds of zebras, wildbeests, and baboons. The guides' love of animals was infectious; every question we threw at them, they answered with great detail and passion.8. COST EFFICIENT: My group and I did a cost comparison between Bless Africa and about 6 other tour groups. Bless Africa offered the lowest price (4 guides, 2 cooks, 26 porters). Gear rental was quality and also very affordable.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jen 
 
2023-03-06
 
 
  
Couldn't be happier we chose Bless Africa
I had a fantastic time with Bless Africa! My group of friends visited Tanzania to climb Kilimanjaro and do a safari. From the moment we landed, Bless Africa was there to pick us up, give us water, and take us to our hotel. They arranged a fantastic two-day safari to Tarangire & Ngorongoro. The vehicles were comfortable, the lunches tasty, the views incredible, and the guides deeply knew the animals. Our 8-day Lemosho hike up Kilimanjaro was just as wonderful. Lead guide Danny and assistant guides Joe, Faroo, and Lightness welcomed us to the mountain with open arms. I felt incredibly well taken care of and enjoyed learning Swahili from them. The tents were roomy, the food delicious, and the hiking pace perfect for a large group like ours. They even easily accommodated two diet restrictions (one vegetarian and a tomato allergy). The summit night was my favorite part: our guides and a select group of porters led us up the mountain with song and dance, even in the thin air! No other groups around us had so much energy. Every person in our group summited (9 total), and it was all thanks to Bless Africa. I am so happy that we hired Bless Africa rather than a large corporation to be our guides—it was a much more personal and meaningful experience for me. Company owners Gody and Saumu, who were both porters and guides in the past, treat all their staff with care and respect. I recommend Bless Africa wholeheartedly and will book with them again if I return to Tanzania!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jen D 
 
2023-03-05
 
 
  
Group excursion -- on a 2-day safari (Tarangire & Ngorongoro) and an 8-day trek on Kilimanjaro (Lemosho route)
I traveled with my partner and a group of friends to Tanzania (we were a group of 9, in total), and we chose Blessed Africa as our company to take us on a 2-day safari (Tarangire & Ngorongoro) and an 8-day trek on Kilimanjaro (Lemosho route). Where to even begin! From initial contact, I was very impressed with the rapid responsiveness for all of our questions regarding Kilimanjaro and what to pack. Upon arriving to Moshi, the team was very prompt with their arrival and picking us up. The safari days were a great way to ease into the trip and the staff were great, but it was the care and attention that we received on our Kilimanjaro that was most outstanding to me.Not only were our lead guide and assistant guides very informative and attentive to our concerns, but I felt like Chef John, his assistant chef, and the hospitality staff/porters also went the extra mile with all of our fantastic hot meals and services throughout our journey. Equally important and notable, the pace the guides set each day were always spot on -- and this really helped me acclimate to the altitude comfortably (huge thanks to Danny, Light, Jo, Goodluck, and team -- for your support and care). I am most impressed with Blessed Africa on summit night, when we experienced the ultimate challenge: Our summit guides and porters sang us up the mountain.. in the dark. Going up the mountains, we were not the only group -- there were many before and ahead of us -- but from what I could tell, ours were the only team that were singing and cheering us on during the darkest hours of the night! Overall, I cannot recommend Blessed Africa enough — I also love that they are local and family owned. A note to Gody and Samu: You both have built an amazing team, and I am so grateful that we ended up adventuring with Blessed Africa. You all made this such a delightful and an unforgettable trip! Thank you for everything!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Laura G 
 
2023-02-28
 
 
  
Highly recommend Bless Africa
I booked the Lemosho route trek with Bless Africa, and couldn't have been happier with the trip and the entire experience! At the office and before/after the trip, Gody the owner is very kind, organized, and professional. On the mountain, the whole support crew did an incredible job to make sure I was always comfortable: my guide, Thomas, was so positive, warm-hearted and was a joy to be around while also teaching me so much; Joseph, the chef, made delicious fresh food with huge portions so I always had more than enough to eat; and Hashim, the waiter, along with the rest of the porter crew were all so nice, friendly, and attentive - I felt so spoiled! I also was able to do a 2-day safari with Bless Africa to see both Tarangire NP and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. So glad I was able to add this in as I was able to see so many different animals I've never seen before. My guide on the sarafi was extremely knowledgeable and experienced and I was able to learn so many new things about wildlife as well as about Tanzania in general. All in all, if you're looking for positive and professional  experience on Mt. Kili & beyond, Bless Africa is an amazing choice! Even better that they're family-owned and local to Moshi!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 heike 
 
2023-01-28
 
 
  
Great experience on the Lemosho treck
The Bless Africa team was amazing from start to finish. Everyone was super lovely and welcoming, I felt very looked after the entire time on the mountain. Everything exceeded my expectations, the food, the organization and the thoughtfulness of the whole crew! Gody is such a nice Person. Before the treck he was responding very fast to my questions, giving me all the information I needed. He even came to the Hotel when I checked in 2 days before the treck just to have a chat and to see if I have more questions. The day before the treck him and the guide Mackdonald came to Check my Equipment and to do the Briefing before the treck. During the Treck the whole Team was Just amazing. The food cooked by Joseph was delicious, im still wondering how he managed to cook those dishes in the mountain. Hashim was super nice, taking Care of me very well.The guide Mackdonald was great. He was sharing his knowledge about Flora and Fauna and he is great in spotting animals! He shared stories about the mountain, culture etc. He always made sure that I am doing okay, drink enough water, take some breaks and giving a helping hand whenever it was needed. I really enjoyed the hikes, chats and laughs. At summit night the porter Rasta was joining us as well. Both of them were just the sweetest, really looking after me. The feeling on top of the mountain was just pure happiness. Going down is always a little problematic for me, but Mackdonald and Rasta gave me a good feeling being so relaxed and motivating. Im really glad I picked Bless Africa and would definately book with them again!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Poldy7 
 
2022-12-17
 
 
  
Incredible experience expertly organised by Bless Africa Tours!
We were recommended Bless Africa Tours by a friend who had climbed Kilimanjaro a few years ago, and I don’t have a bad word to give. It’s a family business, set up by Gody and his wife (who was the first female guide on the mountain), they’re local to the area and have huge amounts of experience in organising these trips. We had two guides who were very knowledgeable and shared not only stories about the mountain but also their personal lives and life in Tanzania, and expertly led us to the summit. John, the chef, served up incredible food every day which kept us energised. The climb itself is incredible, passing from rainforest, to moorland, to Alpine, then finally to Arctic. We did the Machame 6-day route and not going to lie the final push to summit is a test of will but ultimately incredibly rewarding if you can keep on going to the top. We were on our honeymoon and when we returned to Gody’s office they had a cake and bubbly there for us and the crew to enjoy, and the crew sang traditonal Swahili songs wishing us happiness in our lives together - this is just one example of the little touches that show Bless Africa going above and beyond. Highly recommend this tour company!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Maria G 
 
2022-12-17
 
 
  
If you want to climb Mt Kilimanjaro, go with Bless Africa 💚
We did the six day route to climb Kilimanjaro with Bless Africa and can’t recommend it more. Everything was extremely professional- Gody replied to us so quickly all the time when we were planning this trip from home which made us feel very relaxed and we knew from the beginning that were in good hands! The crew was incredible and we were looked after very well! The guides were very knowledgeable and supportive, and John the chef, what a legend! I’m veggie and he catered everything so I could have enough nutrients for my climb. I’d definitely recommend Bless Africa as our experience was incredible! Xx