Thomson Treks

05/29/2026

The only time you should ever look back is to see how far you've come... or to strike a pose for an awesome picture. 📸🏔

05/27/2026

Age is just a number. Kilimanjaro is not about being the fastest or the youngest, it is about showing up, taking one step at a time, and discovering what you are capable of.

05/25/2026

On Kilimanjaro, every room comes with a view. 🏔

05/23/2026

This brother and sister duo set their sights on Kilimanjaro—together.
In this episode of the HikeStrong podcast, siblings Bob and Susan share how they trained, stayed motivated, and proved that big goals don’t come with an age limit.

Discover what it takes to summit Kilimanjaro later in life in this behind-the-scenes podcast about Susan and Bob's trek experience.

05/19/2026

As you're trekking through Kilimanjaro's rainforest, keep your head up for a glimpse of the blue monkey. They spend most of their lives in the trees above, rarely venturing to the ground. Don’t be fooled by its name; blue monkeys aren’t blue. Their fur is grayish-olive, but some think its short length gives it a subtle blue appearance. 🐒

05/17/2026

Selfies all the way up to the summit! 🤳 🏔

05/15/2026

Near the summit Kilimanjaro transforms into a frozen world of glittering ice and snow. You’ll feel like an Arctic explorer on your last steps to Uhuru Peak! ❄

05/13/2026

"I would encourage others who are adventurous to consider doing the trek. The support team was magnificent. They were with us 100% of the journey, day and night and provided full support throughout our entire trek.
The staff is well trained; their patience is unbeatable and our head guide, apart from being extremely knowledgeable about the entire journey, played a very crucial role in keeping the momentum up." - Thomson trekker, Vilma T.

05/11/2026

When the mountain slows you down, it gets easier to find your zen. 🧘‍♀️

05/09/2026

As a Senior Kilimanjaro Trip Manager, Fiona knows the logistics of the mountain like the back of her hand. On her most recent climb, she shares her journey hour by hour, capturing the moments and milestones she considers most special — follow along to read her highlights and see her photos from the Western Approach!

Follow Thomson staffer Fiona's Mount Kilimanjaro trek through her photos to the summit, with expert insights and firsthand perspective.

05/07/2026

The days on Kilimanjaro ask a lot of you, but the nights give something back. Stars stretch across the sky, bright and countless with no light pollution to fade them. 🌟