Kilimanjaro's porters are the backbone of the climbing industry, yet they are often overlooked. They carry the weight of the climb on their shoulders, and do so with a smile. Tusker, with 47 years of experience in the local climbing community, understands the importance of these of our climbing crew. Eddie and Amy Frank, the owners and guides, have made it their lifelong mission to ensure the welfare of their crew and the community.

In Nepal, we employ a local Sherpa team, led by a Sherpa guide and accompanied by a medical guide from Kilimanjaro . Our trusty yaks carry the bulk of your gear. In Mongolia, your crew will consist of local guides and horsemen, who tend to the camels that transport your entire camp. On our Greenland trek, the equipment is transported by our boat team, leaving you free to trek with just a day-pack and your guides. Tusker ensures that the local staff are treated with respect and fairness, and that the communities we visit are positively impacted.