49 YEARS - ROCK SOLID

International:

North America:

49 YEARS - ROCK SOLID

International:

North America:

49 YEARS of
epic TREKS

Legendary Treks

Join the Many Trekkers Who

Discovered the Tusker Trail Magic.

Owned by a guiding family for 49 years.

Transformative

Kilimanjaro Climbs

Tusker Trail stands apart from the many middlemen selling Kilimanjaro climbs. We have our own ground operation in Kilimanjaro’s foothills, with full-time climbing teams, gear and local contacts. We are a family-owned guiding company with over 49 years of valuable experience leading climbs on Kilimanjaro.

Our elite guides and crew treat you like family, ensuring a personalized experience. Our own independent climbs provide you with direct access to our expert knowledge and professional support. Our responsive approach caters to each climber’s specific needs, boasting a remarkable 98% summit success rate.

With our own ground operation and a highly engaged full-time staff we provide an exceptional climbing journey, from sign-up to summit and all the way back down.

Face the Challenge

98% Summit Achievement

For almost 5 decades Tusker’s elite guides have led many thousands of climbers to Kilimanjaro’s summit. Medically trained, with expert leadership skills, they guide you on the trek of a lifetime.

Explore our Treks Around the Globe

Climb
Kilimanjaro >

Climb
Kilimanjaro

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Mongolia
Nomad Trek >

Mongolia
Nomad Trek

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Everest Base
Camp Trek >

Everest Base
Camp Trek

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Patagonia Trek >

Patagonia Trek

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Iceland
Highlands Trek >

Iceland
Highlands Trek

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Australia Eclipse 2028 >

Australia
Eclipse 2028

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Private
Kilimanjaro Climbs >

Private
Kilimanjaro Climbs

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Ethical Porter Climbing Standards

For almost 50 years Tusker Trail helped forge the path to ethical climbing standards for the guides and porters on Kilimanjaro. We’ve been involved with the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP) since its inception, offering advice and financial support.

The Movie

The Kings Of Kilimanjaro

Go behind the scenes for an exciting look into the little-known world of the Tanzanian guides, mountain chefs and porters on Kilimanjaro. Be inspired by the indomitable spirit of Tanzanian guides who call this great mountain home.

After decades of guiding climbers to the summit, they have earned their title,

THE KINGS OF KILIMANJARO.

Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar’s Beaches

Journey into the heart of East Africa’s wildlife reserves on safari and witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Great Migration. Explore exotic Zanzibar where your senses are awakened by the island’s tantalizing flavors and vibrant culture, surrounded by white sandy beaches.

Wildlife
Safari >

Wildlife
Safari

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Explore
Zanzibar >

Explore
Zanzibar

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Our Noble Approach

Tusker’s owners, Eddie and Amy Frank have spent decades leading treks around the globe. They have a vested interest in the communities, and conduct an adaptive and ethical adventure travel business that is harmonious in all respects with the land, the people, and the wildlife.