Reviews of Altezza Travel

Altezza Travel on TripAdvisor

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  Kilimanjaro honeymoon CHRENN_123

  My husband and I decided to climb Kilimanjaro as part of our honeymoon trip to Tanzania. Altezza Travel were absolutely brilliant from the word go! Our team, and especially our guides, Rashid and Osmani, went above and beyond to help us reach the summit. They...

  My husband and I decided to climb Kilimanjaro as part of our honeymoon trip to Tanzania. Altezza Travel were absolutely brilliant from the word go! Our team, and especially our guides, Rashid and Osmani, went above and beyond to help us reach the summit. They were so friendly, professional and every detail was taken care of - including providing hot water bottles for our sleeping bags in the cold nights. Our guides were only too happy to show us extra insight about the mountain, as well as teaching us some Swahili! We couldn't have made it to the summit without their help and support. All 7 members of the team (porters,chef, waiter, guides) were keen to meet us and even performed a song for us, which was really moving. Although we spent less time with the porters and chef team, when we did see them they were always smiling and keen to talk to us, and did all their tasks with enthusiasm. We would highly recommend Altezza Travel to anyone who dreams of summiting Kilimanjaro - you won't be disappointed! The level of customer service we experienced was outstanding and we cant think of anything that could have been improved. We will have amazing memories of this trip, thank you so much!! Emma and Chris Read more
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  it was just wonderful Ana O

  Travel with Altezza was wonderful. All was good from the beginning until the end. During the preparation of my Kilimanjaro trip I got in contact with several agencies and finally I have chosen Altezza and I´m just happy because I feel I made the correct...

  Travel with Altezza was wonderful. All was good from the beginning until the end. During the preparation of my Kilimanjaro trip I got in contact with several agencies and finally I have chosen Altezza and I´m just happy because I feel I made the correct choice.This 6 days climbing Kilimanjaro Experience by Marangu Route was just a life time experience…It all was good. All the crew was professional, making medical check-ups twice a day, good food, nice and friendly staff, hot water bag for the cold nights, excellent service and mainly friendly staff… talking with us all the way long JA special thank you to our amazing guides Victor and Selemon and without any exception to all members of the crew.Also to Anna, from the Office, that was really helpful and kind.If you are in doubt, I strongly advice Altezza and my guides and their team (victor and Selemon) no make this trip.Cheers Read more
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  Kenosha route Kilimanjaro climb DaveLanier10

  My experience with Altezza was great. From the start communication was so easy and lightning fast. Anna answered all my questions about the climb and gear very quickly. The hotel base was very nice. My driver was waiting to pick me up from airport. The...

  My experience with Altezza was great. From the start communication was so easy and lightning fast. Anna answered all my questions about the climb and gear very quickly. The hotel base was very nice. My driver was waiting to pick me up from airport. The eqipment I rented was top notch. The guides were experts and very friendly. Same for porters. Food and water was plentiful . Medical checks twice a day. Transport to and from the mountain was good.Price was nice. Would highly recommend this company Read more

Altezza Travel on SafariBookings

• Amazing experience with Altezza team James

  I was planning my trip for a long time parsing different reviews and searching for a reliable and professional travel agency. It was the dream of my life to enjoy the whole wildlife variety and spectacular vistas of East Africa’s national parks. And thanks to Altezza team my dreams came true! Pro...

  I was planning my trip for a long time parsing different reviews and searching for a reliable and professional travel agency. It was the dream of my life to enjoy the whole wildlife variety and spectacular vistas of East Africa’s national parks. And thanks to Altezza team my dreams came true! Professional guide, comfortable safari vehicles and perfect program of Hartebeest tour allowed me to catch such scenic moments as the lion family hunting scene, resting cheetahs, and the Great Migration in Serengeti. My journey was impeccably managed from the first steps at airport Kilimanjaro until my departure. I’ve enjoyed this a great experience with Altezza Travel. Definitely recommended to other travelers. Read more
• A lifetime experience with Altezza Ingrid

  I cannot express how grateful I am to Altezza for organising my first solo adventure, and definitely the best trip of my life! It took me a while to choose the right program to join, because I did not know anything about Tanzanian National parks (million thanks to Stasia for answering all my sill...

  I cannot express how grateful I am to Altezza for organising my first solo adventure, and definitely the best trip of my life! It took me a while to choose the right program to join, because I did not know anything about Tanzanian National parks (million thanks to Stasia for answering all my silly questions with enviable patience!). I ended up choosing a 5-day safari, including 3 days in Serengeti. I was so afraid of going to another country on my own, but this fear went away as soon as I saw a smiling guy waving a sing board with my name on it at the airport exit gate. I met other members of my safari group the next morning and they were from all over the world: an old couple in theirs 70s from USA, who just climbed Kilimanjaro few days before (what excuse do you have now?), a beautiful young girl from Russia and a funny guy from Brazil. At 7:30 am our unforgettable adventure started.
  I’ve been always fascinated by wild animals and untouched nature, but spent my whole life living in a buzzing city Berlin where people are always running somewhere. In Tanzania the time stops. I spent the whole hour watching a hyena crawl towards a dead zebra, cautiously looking around for a potential danger of other hungry predators. Mesmerizing! I cannot even name all animals we saw on our trip… lions, buffalos, infinite number of antelopes, elephants, giraffes, wild foxes, ostriches, caracals, leopards, zebras, hyenas, hyraxes and many many more! All lodges and hotels we stayed at were amazing! Tanzanian hospitality was above and beyond my expectations! Everyone was willing to make our stay perfect. And they definitely succeed! Sitting on the terrace and drinking cold Kilimanjaro beer while watching the sun goes down changing the colors of savanna - that is something I will never forget!
  But the highlight of the trip was our guide Omary, who seems to know literally everything about every plant growing on Tanzanian land let alone with all animal breeds we met on our way. Do you know that there are more than 16 different species of antelopes live in Tanzania? Eland, Dik-DIk, Hartebeest, Topi, Tompson, Oribi… And now with a help of Omary, I can even distinguish them!
  So once again, thank you Altezza Travel for the best wildlife experience, new friends from different parts of the world and an excellent customer service. Next time I visit Tanzania, I will definitely contact your amazing team again! Read more
• 8 days safari tour with Altezza Michael

  Altezza was exceptionally professional and customer focused from start to finish. Our guide and driver Vincent was taking very good care of us, showing us the best spots, communicating with rangers and other guides to make every safari successful. We had a lot to see and do in our 8 days tour a...

  Altezza was exceptionally professional and customer focused from start to finish.
  Our guide and driver Vincent was taking very good care of us, showing us the best spots, communicating with rangers and other guides to make every safari successful. We had a lot to see and do in our 8 days tour and now in retrospect we are glad for every minute.
  I can certainly recommend Altezza as safari tour operator. I would definitely book with them again if I get the opportunity to go back to Tanzania.
  Thank you so much, Altezza. Read more

Altezza Travel on TourRadar

• Climb Kilimanjaro: 9 Days Lemosho Route Jane

  Wonderful! Despite losing my luggage I was able to start my Kilimanjaro trek with some excellent equipment from Altezza. The awesome porters then delivered my luggage on the mountain where Cook even had fresh eggs.Pole Pole was the order of the day and guides Albert and Eli kept me feeling comfo...

  Wonderful! Despite losing my luggage I was able to start my Kilimanjaro trek with some excellent equipment from Altezza. The awesome porters then delivered my luggage on the mountain where Cook even had fresh eggs.Pole Pole was the order of the day and guides Albert and Eli kept me feeling comfortable every step of the way. An awesome team! Thankyou for a wonderful Kilimanjaro journey Read more
• Climb Kilimanjaro: 10 Days Lemosho Route Lizzy

  Very professional company who were serious about getting me to Uhuru Peak.

  Very professional company who were serious about getting me to Uhuru Peak. Read more
• Climb Kilimanjaro: 9 Days Lemosho Route charles

  Joseph, Julius, Philimone, and all the assistants made us feel safe and welcome. Anna, our goto person for logistics had everything at her finger tips. Happy to recommend Altezza for Kilimanjaro !:)

  Joseph, Julius, Philimone, and all the assistants made us feel safe and welcome. Anna, our goto person for logistics had everything at her finger tips. Happy to recommend Altezza for Kilimanjaro !:) Read more

Altezza Travel Reviews

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  Chandler Ericson

  Dear Altezza Travel team! Thank you very much for the organization of the climb Kilimanjaro in February 2016. Everything was prepared at the highest level. Though Rongai route is rather difficult (c...

  Dear Altezza Travel team! Thank you very much for the organization of the climb Kilimanjaro in February 2016. Everything was prepared at the highest level. Though <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/route/rongai">Rongai route</a> is rather difficult (comparing with others routes), everything ran according to plan. This route was desert because of its complexity, so I could admire African views without others tourists. The high-altitude acclimatization was a success, due to your recommendations, my physical training was in conformity with the requirements. Drivers, guides and porters worked perfectly. Employees and administration of Altezza company took swift action in response to our demands including individual requirements and wishes. They have always been in touch. I was pleasantly surprised by European style of doing business and customer focus of company in such country as Tanzania with an absolutely different mentality and a local color. Thank you very much for your great work. See you again! Read more
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  Jim Nutt

  It is a good company. They organized our meeting, accommodation and Kilimanjaro climb at the highest level. The guide and porters are very sociable and friendly. I am very happy to get new unforgett...

  It is a good company. They organized our meeting, accommodation and <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">Kilimanjaro climb</a> at the highest level. The guide and porters are very sociable and friendly. I am very happy to get new unforgettable impressions. My special thanks to my guide named Rashid. He is very attentive and meticulous. He scrupulously watched my health and wellbeing. In hard time he shared his raincoat with me. He is a very good man!!! Due to him I improved my knowledge of English and overcame language barrier. I also want to thank all team that accompanied me: Yuda, Godfrey, Emmanuel, Isaya, Richard, Rajabu and Abdalah. By the way, do not worry about food. The cook will note your wishes and cook meals that you want. The most important is not lose the appetite at an altitude. I would like to tell those who decided to climb that the main thing is to believe in yourself and properly count your forces. During all route you will be measured the oxygen level in blood and the pulse rate. Listen to the guide and choose the right speed. Good luck to everyone! And lastly I want to thank manager Svetlana for the good tips and well organized work. Read more
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  Олег

  Огромная благодарность компании Altezza за великолепную организацию восхождения на Кили в июне 2019! Все было про...

  Огромная благодарность компании Altezza за великолепную организацию восхождения на Кили в июне 2019! Все было просто супер, ребята большие молодцы! Знал бы, что предоставляемое в аренду снаряжение отличного качества, половину вещей точно не стал бы с собой тащить из России, а взял бы на месте. Отдельно хотелось бы отметить прекрасную команду гидов во главе с Баракой - настоящий лидер и прекрасный человек. Ещё раз большое вам спасибо, уважаемая команда Altezza, вы очень круты! Read more
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  Catherine C

  We arrived in moshi on 18th July 2017 we stayed ay Aisweri lodge where we met Kate who had everything in order for our climb to Kilimanjaro great job Kate because you gave us the most fantastic guid...

  We arrived in moshi on 18th July 2017 we stayed ay Aisweri lodge where we met Kate who had everything in order for our <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">climb to Kilimanjaro</a> great job Kate because you gave us the most fantastic guide in Kombe and his assistant Peter and a team that were simply the best we could have. To say Kombe went above the odds to look after us what a fantastic leader such a humanitarian, kind good humoured intelligent gentleman with all life skills. We just cannot say enough about him and his team. We will be forever grateful for all their hard work. God bless you all. Read more
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  Brian Patrick

  I cooperate with Altezza and can strongly recommend them as a professional company, which will organize your trip five plus. When planning your journey to Africa by yourself you have to search for the...

  I cooperate with Altezza and can strongly recommend them as a professional company, which will organize your trip five plus. When planning your journey to Africa by yourself you have to search for the cheapest options of safari and <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/trekking-kilimanjaro">trekking Kilimanjaro</a>. I can say from my own experience that the local companies by reducing the price of travel often may trick you: give you cheap dirty hotels (though you paid for good quality), the meager food and cheat on different services. After this negative experience you have to specify every detail. With Altezza planning turns into pleasure, I like that they include all spendings in the price, it is always comfortable and even cheaper than the other local companies offer. Altezza offers only comfortable hotels, brand new safe safari jeeps, professional equipment for the climbing on mountains. In addition, they think through every step of the ascent on Kilimanjaro, guides provide you great food and hot tea, support and help at the right time. So I appreciate the organization of the first Russian companies in Tanzania Altezza and recommend them as a responsible company. Read more
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  Carly J. McKay

  During a month we were chatting by emails with African companies which arrange tours to Africa: climbing Kilimanjaro and Safari. The language barrier, poor description of what we are paying, huge rang...

  During a month we were chatting by emails with African companies which arrange tours to Africa: climbing Kilimanjaro and Safari. The language barrier, poor description of what we are paying, huge range of prices for the same service from different representatives, created a feeling of scam. Just 3 weeks before departure, we turned to a Russian company In Africa - Altezza Travel, expecting that now the price would be even higher than Africans have. But the price was pleased, Alex was very clear in his first letter, he advised to switch from the <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/route/machame">Machame route</a> we choose to Lemosho and after just a couple of emails we all agreed and decided to go with the Altezza. I must say that we fully trust on the accommodations provided by Altezza, did not check and did not even see any hotel, which had planned for us. Expectations of the hotels were fully met. We were met at the airport, settled in a lovely hotel at the foot of the mountain. Alex has arrived a couple of hours later, gave a full briefing, checked our equipment, some of the stuff we have was quite old and we have been planning to leave it in Africa after the trekking. 80% of our climbing gear, of course, was unprofessional and did not fit. So we went to the Altezza office, where we were fully outfitted. Climbing Kilimanjaro – is definitely a fairy tale. Neither further Safari or Zanzibar are not compatible with the emotions of the ascent! The experience of a lifetime! And such a starry sky probably does not exist anywhere, as on the Equator. Everything was perfect - meals, tents, sleeping bags and great team. And most importantly - professional guides - Moses and Albert. We left the camp the last to trek very slowly, steadily, however we came ahead of all who left the camp before, made 2 stops for 2 minutes and reached the summit one of the first just at dawn! Such an amazing view! Then we had Safari trip where everything was perfect as well. Luxury hotels, the most memorable of which Mbalageti. With swimming pools, a huge selection of food "at the buffet", overlooking the African savannah. Our guide was very energetic and made sure that we saw almost all the possible animals except rhino. In general, this trip is number one of all, where we were. I strongly advise the company Altezza, who carry out their responsibilities in full, taking care and responsibilities for all those who came under their wing in Africa. We already advised Altezza to our friend, I know, she will be also delighted! Read more
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  Kamelia P

  Sincere thanks to Altezza Travel, especially to Valerie, for perfectly organized services in Zanzibar for our group. Beginning from airport to hotel transfer, continuing with Stone town tour and Spice...

  Sincere thanks to Altezza Travel, especially to Valerie, for perfectly organized services in Zanzibar for our group. Beginning from airport to hotel transfer, continuing with Stone town tour and Spice tour, also transfers to snorkeling activities the next 2 days and finally back to the airport, all of it happened exactly as in the itinerary. Thank you for advising us Jambiani Reef&Beach Resort, it was in an amazing location. Thank you for advising us Mnemba snorkeling, it was an unforgettable experience Read more
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  Yana A

  Me and my friend were planning to visit Africa, safari and Kilimanjaro for such a long time! We put our time to research for the best and inexpensive ways to make this trip come true and we found Alte...

  Me and my friend were planning to visit Africa, safari and Kilimanjaro for such a long time! We put our time to research for the best and inexpensive ways to make this trip come true and we found Altezza travel ! What really helped us is that all staff members were so caring and attentive to provide us with all the details of the trip and answer our questions ! Thinking of going to Africa was a little bit scary for us but Altezza travel team took care of us at every step of the trip and made our journey unforgettable ❤️ Thank you !!! Read more
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  Yurii

  Отличная организация восхождения, подготовленые гиды и полный комфорт!!! Собрались на Килиманджаро, думаю лу...

  Отличная организация восхождения, подготовленые гиды и полный комфорт!!! Собрались на Килиманджаро, думаю лучше Алтезы нет, группа шедшая паралельно с нами в итоге присоединилась к нашей группе, т.к. их компания чуть не сорвала им восхождение! Read more

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  Oleg and Anastasia

  Нам очень повезло,что судьба свела нас с такой замечательной командой,как Altezza!Максимум внимания,даже в мелоч...

  Нам очень повезло,что судьба свела нас с такой замечательной командой,как Altezza!Максимум внимания,даже в мелочах,постоянно на связи,доброжелательность и готовность помочь даже в самых непредвиденных ситуациях,как это произошло у нас.Это ощущение,что ты попал к старым добрым друзьям,которые тебе очень рады!И команда на восхождении ,и гид на сафари-Денис-это профессионалы и просто очень позитивные люди.Огромное вам всем спасибо за прекрасный незабываемый отпуск.Отдельно Александру за всё,что он для нас сделал и выручил в сложной ситуации!Удачи вам,ребята и до встречи! Read more
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  ФАРИТ НИЗАМОВ

  Хорошая компания ALTEZZA. Встреча , восхождение и сафари были организованы хорошо. Очень хорошая команда соправо...

  Хорошая компания ALTEZZA. Встреча , восхождение и сафари были организованы хорошо. Очень хорошая команда соправождения.Хороший повар.Прекрасные гиды Victor и Baraka.Они доводят до вершины всех. Сафари--всё прекрасно. Самый лудший гид в Африке( он же и водитель) Omary. Очень рекомендую компанию ALTEZZA.Восхождение с Victor и Baraka , сафари с Omary/ Read more
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  Amanda E. Wensley

  My two-weeks adventure in Africa is over! All stuff are unpacked, and all the impressions, more or less , arranged on the shelves. The trip was more than spontaneous, I was traveling alone, and my kno...

  My two-weeks adventure in Africa is over! All stuff are unpacked, and all the impressions, more or less , arranged on the shelves. The trip was more than spontaneous, I was traveling alone, and my knowledge of the language was so poor and little, however with Altezza Travel I did not even think about difficulties and organizational matters, only admired the local scenery and enjoyed the adventure! :-) Usually, I’m planning the journey by myself, during the process you often realize that something is missing. But when I have returned from this trip, I understand that more intensely and perfectly I would not travel! I joined the group of wonderful people, terribly miss them now, and the service was so great that I would not change a thing! Despite the fact that the ascent itself was challenging, the whole group summited, and we would not do it without help of our professional guides, who followed our needs, speed, health, supported and helped, and even forced, for example, to eat or to sleep when it is needed, and during the summit never left us alone. <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">Tanzania safari</a>, I have to say, is not only exotic animals in their natural environment and African landscapes, but also fine hotels and beer in the evening  Thank you so much for such a fabulous trip! ^^ Read more
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  Jonathan Stott, U.S.

  Travelling with Altezza was absolutely amazing experience!! The entire process was seamless and perfect from sales to payment to our wonderful guide Ben! He has eagle eyes and made our safari very spe...

  Travelling with Altezza was absolutely amazing experience!! The entire process was seamless and perfect from sales to payment to our wonderful guide Ben! He has eagle eyes and made our safari very special!! Every game drive we went on was an amazing experience. We spotted so many animals and was all down to our very talented driver. He wouldn't stop until he had found what we were after! We have been on safari few times before in Kenya and South Africa and I would have to say that this trip was better than all previous trips combined, thanks to Altezza. Don't be nervous about using Altezza Travel, they made our trip wonderful! Nothing went wrong and nothing out of place! Thank you, guys! Read more
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  Rachel G, Shanghai

  Climbing Kili has always been on my bucket list. Thanks to the professional service offered by Altezza to make our trip unforgettable and safe. We slept at Kilimanjaro Crater Camp and my husband dev...

  Climbing Kili has always been on my bucket list. Thanks to the professional service offered by Altezza to make our trip unforgettable and safe. We slept at <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/route/northern-circuit-via-crater-camp">Kilimanjaro Crater Camp</a> and my husband developed altitude sickness overnight, thanks to our guide Baraka, assistant guide Lucas, they monitored his progress constantly, so that we could summit and descend safely. One porter even injured himself when bringing food for resupply during bad weather. The whole team was trying to offer us the best of what they got and make our climb as comfortably as possible throughout the climb! Read more
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  Ashley Pierce, U.K.

  Don't worry if you don't know how to organize your safari, these guys are real professionals! Just tell them your budget and how many days you are willing to spend and they will find the b...

  Don't worry if you don't know how to organize your safari, these guys are real professionals! Just tell them your budget and how many days you are willing to spend and they will find the best solution. You can send them tens of emails asking hundreds of questions. They will reply promptly every time. Our guide was Franky. A very knowledgeable guide and very nice person who really loves the job he does. Words cannot convey the pleasure of the safari. Read more
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  Kevin, U.S.

  I was making a joined climb with Altezza Travel in July 2016 via Machame 7 days route . Overall organization process was very smooth. The guys from Altezza were always online and all my mails were ...

  I was making a joined climb with Altezza Travel in July 2016 via <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/route/machame">Machame 7 days route</a>. Overall organization process was very smooth. The guys from Altezza were always online and all my mails were answered within two hours max. On the arrival, I met the manager Valeria who made very detailed briefing on the climb and answered all my questions. The hotel which we were staying at was very nice, nothing special, just friendly staff and cozy rooms. The climbing experience was beyond my expectations: we went with Samwel the chief guide – he and his team were just perfect and much fun!! Of all the groups I have seen on the Mount Kilimanjaro - we were having the best food and the best service through the whole climb. All the medicine was on the high level though none of us was really having any problems with altitude sickness. All the 4 climbers reached the Uhuru peak and our guides were supporting us to the Peak with thermoses of hot tea, which really helped a lot. My thanks to Samwel and all the Altezza team for the greatest African experience! Read more
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  Ana Oliveira

  Big thank you to all the crew without any exception. It was a lifetime experience... and without them it wouldn't be possible. A special thank you to Victor and Selemon... our guides that mad...

  Big thank you to all the crew without any exception. It was a lifetime experience... and without them it wouldn't be possible. A special thank you to Victor and Selemon... our guides that made it possible... also to Joseph that helped me so much together with Victor during the summit stage. All the crew was 100% involved and I highly recommend them to climb Kilimanjaro. Food was good, security and safety was from the beginning the bigger worry, we had medical check ups twice a day and everything was really well organised. I absolutely recommend Altezza, my guides - Victor and Selemon together with all the crew to climd Kilimanjaro. It was a Wonderfull experience. THANK YOU SO MUCH for everything. Ana Oliveira Read more
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  Marcelo Lorenzi Marques

  My father and I have just climbed Kilimanjaro Mount with Altezza and everything was better than I’d imaniginated! The organization, instalations of the camping tent and, mainly, the professionalism...

  My father and I have just climbed Kilimanjaro Mount with Altezza and everything was better than I’d imaniginated! The organization, instalations of the camping tent and, mainly, the professionalism of the team that helped us from the beggining of the route Rongai up to reach the summit! Especially the guides Elipokei and Erick! Byond the knowledgement of the route, me, as a doctor, could noted that they really knew what they were doing about our health control especially even because my father is 67 years old and reacheted the Gilmann’s point with their help. I deeply recommend Altezza! Read more
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  Bill Valley

  My trip to Tanzania was a memorable one. I think that everyone needs to see the African wildlife through your own eyes, is unlike anything else. Everything is special here: great reserves with unusu...

  My <a href="https://en.altezza.travel">trip to Tanzania</a> was a memorable one. I think that everyone needs to see the African wildlife through your own eyes, is unlike anything else. Everything is special here: great reserves with unusual trees and unique animals, mode of life of Tanzanians and snowbound peak of Kilimanjaro. So interesting to watch the animals in their natural habitat. They do not pay attention to observers and doing their own things: eat, sleep, hunt, mate and breed – I was able to see all of it and took pictures of the camera :) Honestly, there are a lot of different type of exotic animals. They are different, some species coexist together. Guides were talking with each other and pass the information where some of them noticed an interesting animal, so we were able to see all the animals that have been at this point in the park. My hotel was almost in the city center, which gave me a chance to walk along the streets and look at the lives of Tanzanians. In spite of my poor English I managed to talk with some locals, although they all wanted to sale useless stuff to me. :) However, they gave up after one or two refusals and then just agreed to chat with me. Of course the impression would be incomplete without climbing. Going uphill for 5 days was not only a good challenge, but also a fascinating journey through an unusual area with unique flora and fauna. On the day of the summit we had a trek for about 4-5 hours to the summit camp, then rest, and at night climb about 6-7 hours. It was not easy, but not too hard. The feeling that you are with every meter closer to the highest point of Africa, gave strength. When I saw in the distance a cherished plate, broke into a smile and tiredness disappeared. At the approach I took the camera out and filmed the moment of summiting the peak. I remember that I cried as if conquered Everest :) Read more
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  Mark Wright

  Hi everyone! I and my wife went to Tanzania for a honeymoon and of course we decided to do the most important thing - to conquer the top of Africa. Our friends have recommended us Altezza Travel compa...

  Hi everyone! I and my wife went to Tanzania for a honeymoon and of course we decided to do the most important thing - to conquer the top of Africa. Our friends have recommended us Altezza Travel company. We discussed our climbing and safari remotely. I think prices are rather high but as a reward we got a better quality compared with competitors. Altezza company has a new equipment: tents, sleeping bags, even their safari car is new and very cool! During the ascent the team took care of us. Surely they were earning money but they did their work well. It is not so easy to find such good team. It is a chief’s merit! I have some tips for those who are going to <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">conquer Kilimanjaro</a>, firstly, don’t doubt, it is very cool! Secondly, choose only Altezza Travel! We do not have any bad emotions or any remarks. Everything was great! Read more
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  Melissa Vickers

  We were delighted to work with Altezza. Our guide was very well educated, civil, cordial and passionate about wildlife! He immediately conquered us with charm and we hope to meet him again. Our little...

  We were delighted to work with Altezza. Our guide was very well educated, civil, cordial and passionate about wildlife! He immediately conquered us with charm and we hope to meet him again. Our little son was crying to leave him, though our baby does not understand English. He has really done everything beyond our expectations. The guides of Altezza are very skilled – he easily outmaneuvered other cars, when a rhino or a lion come close. He was also very much attentive in handling complex parts of the road – we were safe all the time. I have a small recommendation for the other travelers: electricity is often switched off in lodges in the National Parks at night. Thus, taking power banks for charging your gadgets will be very much useful. Seldom do I see good professionals in travel. The guys from Altezza travel is a good exception. Read more
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  Andre Kurwich, Czech Republic

  It was my first trip to Africa. Telling truth I had neither safari, nor mountain climbing experience before in my life, so it was quite scarry for me and my son. Now I am back home after almost 2 fa...

  It was my first trip to Africa. Telling truth I had neither safari, nor mountain climbing experience before in my life, so it was quite scarry for me and my son. Now I am back home after almost 2 fantastic weeks spent in Tanzania. And looking back I can confirm that this journey was absolutely awesome. I enjoyed everything: well organized program, prices, food, lodges, kind and lovely managers that helped me with trip planning. My 15-years old son even wished to merry with manager Valery in the future :)) Our guide did his best to give us full and wide picture of wild Africa and now I can state that trevelling with Altezza company was amazing experience for me and my son. Hopefully to see you soon again, guys! Read more
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  Antonio R, U.S.

  My friend and I were doing safaris in February 2015. We had contacted several companies before choosing Altezza. And that was a right decision for 100% - with Altezza I did not even think about diffic...

  My friend and I were doing safaris in February 2015. We had contacted several companies before choosing Altezza. And that was a right decision for 100% - with Altezza I did not even think about difficulties and organizational matters, only admired the local scenery and enjoyed the adventure during all our stay in Tanzania. Thank you guys for your hospitality and great memories! Read more
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  Marek, Poland

  From reading other reviews, it appears that a lot of your experience depends on what driver you get. We apparently won the lottery, as our driver Franky was wonderful. He had a knack for finding anima...

  From reading other reviews, it appears that a lot of your experience depends on what driver you get. We apparently won the lottery, as our driver Franky was wonderful. He had a knack for finding animals and we saw all of the big 5 - most of them multiple times, plus endless hippos, giraffes, zebras, etc. The car was also amazing. It was brand-new (2014) green coloured Land Cruiser with refrigerator, comfortable seats and sockets for charging of devices. Our car was kept clean and cold drinking water was available for us constantly. Our accommodation was clean, comfortable and always interesting! And what`s important – all lodges were in African style. Tanzania is a country where everyone we met was warm, happy and welcoming. It always felt safe wherever we were. This country is an oasis, and I would love to go back again. At the end of our 5 day safari we were really sad to part ways with our driver Franky. I recommend him and Altezza Travel to anyone travelling to Tanzania. Read more
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  Ahmed Rjoa, U.K.

  We had a great experience with Altezza. We are working with them more than 3 years.The booking and payment were very easy. Always safari-guide was very friendly and very helpful. Good organization and...

  We had a great experience with Altezza. We are working with them more than 3 years.The booking and payment were very easy. Always safari-guide was very friendly and very helpful. Good organization and service. Just recommend Altezza for all Read more
• Climbing
  Nicolas, France

  It is a good company. They organized our meeting, accommodation and climbing at the highest level. The guide and porters are very sociable and friendly. I am very happy to get new unforgettable impres...

  It is a good company. They organized our meeting, accommodation and climbing at the highest level. The guide and porters are very sociable and friendly. I am very happy to get new unforgettable impressions. My special thanks to my guide named Rashid. He is very attentive and meticulous. He scrupulously watched my health and wellbeing. In hard time he shared his raincoat with me. He is a very good man!!! Due to him I improved my knowledge of English and overcame language barrier. I also want to thank all team that accompanied me: Yuda, Godfrey, Emmanuel, Isaya, Richard, Rajabu and Abdalah. By the way, do not worry about food. The cook will note your wishes and cook meals that you want. The most important is not lose the appetite at an altitude. I would like to tell those who decided to climb that the main thing is to believe in yourself and properly count your forces. During all route you will be measured the oxygen level in blood and the pulse rate. Listen to the guide and choose the right speed. Good luck to everyone! And lastly I want to thank manager Svetlana for the good tips and well organized work. Read more
• Climbing and Safari
  Don Daniel

  After a long search for the company on a safari and hiking Mt Kilimanjaro , I have found a company Altezza. ... And I sighed with relief. With Altezza everything was simpler and easier. The organizat...

  After a long search for the company on a safari and <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/hiking-kilimanjaro">hiking Mt Kilimanjaro</a>, I have found a company Altezza. ... And I sighed with relief. With Altezza everything was simpler and easier. The organization, service - all at a high level. Staff of the company positive and energetic guys. Climbing crew and safari guides - one of the best. Thank you Sasha and Co.! Read more
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  Massimo, Italy

  You deserve the 5 stars: very good communications and service. The Tanzania safari was well organized and the accommodations (Sopa Lodge, Simba Karatu) were varied and all very nice. Our guide, Abu,...

  You deserve the 5 stars: very good communications and service. The <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">Tanzania safari</a> was well organized and the accommodations (Sopa Lodge, Simba Karatu) were varied and all very nice. Our guide, Abu, was not only a very good driver, a good guide who could tell us many things about the beauty of Tanzania, but also an inspiring man. My visit with my children had a great success partly of good organization and service of Altezza. They even gave us free tips about our stay in Zanzibar. I should say: "It was really Great!" Read more
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  Sinead Murphy, Ireland

  We had such an amazing time exploring national parks of Northern Tanzania on safari in January 2016. This was hands down the best trip either of us have been on! From start to finish, everything was s...

  We had such an amazing time exploring national parks of Northern Tanzania on safari in January 2016. This was hands down the best trip either of us have been on! From start to finish, everything was so well planned and executed, that we never felt any of that normal vacation stress. Even when there was a minor issue with the weather and an outdoor activity, our itinerary was re-arranged so that we could still fit everything in. All of our accommodations were absolutely incredible. We could not have picked them better ourselves! We especially loved how small each one was and how the staff/managers seemed genuinely interested in making our stay as memorable as possible. In planning the trip, Altezza was incredibly responsive and worked with us to tweak our itinerary to fit in everything we wanted and some awesome suggestions we had not thought of (like the truly amazing experience with maasai tribe after Ngorongoro crater). We had a fantastic experience working with this travel company and will not hesitate to use them again for our next trip to Africa, which will hopefully be very soon! Read more
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  Brandon L, New York City, New York

  This tour group provided by Altezza was very well organized and offered periodic medical checks that many other tour groups do not. Highly recommend!

  This tour group provided by Altezza was very well organized and offered periodic medical checks that many other tour groups do not. Highly recommend! Read more
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  Andrii, Ukraine

  This tip became quite unplanned and spontaneous for us. Suddenly my wife and I got vacation on the work and we started thinking about travelling somewhere. We found Altezza from context advertising ha...

  This tip became quite unplanned and spontaneous for us. Suddenly my wife and I got vacation on the work and we started thinking about travelling somewhere. We found Altezza from context advertising half a year ago or something and now, facing the problem of choosing the destination for vacation, we thought: "Let`s go to Africa, why not?" Obviously we had lack of time for planning the trip and also due to the bank restrictions for international money transfer from Ukraine (you can not transfer through the bank more than $700 abroad), we could not pay a 30% deposit to guarantee our willing to come. After a short dialogue with the manager we bought tickets from Ukraine on the next day. Many thanks to manager Eugene for his responsiveness and understanding of the issue. Telling truth, till the last minute, when we met our safari driver and manager of the company at the airport, I was worry about the trip. Neither me, nor my wife could believe that it is possible to organize 3-days <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">luxury safari in Tanzania</a> within 30 hours only. But now I can confidently say "YES"! Alttezza Travel managed to organize a dream-trip for me and my wife and we really appreciate them for the work done and can safely recommend this company to all travelers. Read more
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  Vi C

  I had a brilliant plan to see the Kilimandjaro disappearing glacier, climb it and get down safe. Also I was dreaming for a long time about game drive in Serengetti and Ngorongoro National Parks. I wa...

  I had a brilliant plan to see the Kilimandjaro disappearing glacier, climb it and get down safe. Also I was dreaming for a long time about game drive in Serengetti and Ngorongoro National Parks. I was looking for a local travel agencies which provide a bundle for a suitable price. And I found ONE! Even more I was very surprised how guys were mindful and patient to all of my hundreds of question and remarks!!! First visit to Tanzania with my friends, had a wonderful time thanks to our mountain's team and safari guides. We successfully conquered the Kili summit! As a result, we got two days off. We spent it in a two daily tours in Kilimandjaro National Park. It was very informative! Thanks a lot Altezza Travel for your quickness!!!! We didn't waste our time! Then we went for a safari. It was amazing, I just have no words!!!! Extremely passionate about wild nature and wild life!!! I took an amazing photos!!! We got more than we expected! We will never forget this two weeks! We got unforgettable memories and of course we will back to you soon! I recommend this agency to everyone!!! Do not worry, be happy and let Altezza Travel do their job! They do it very and very well!!!! Read more
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  Joanna, U.S.

  As I decided to organize myself a 3-day safari in North Tanzania in March 2015 (Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Arusha), I contacted 8 or more companies per mail. All of them responded quite fast, but Altez...

  As I decided to organize myself a 3-day safari in North Tanzania in March 2015 (Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Arusha), I contacted 8 or more companies per mail. All of them responded quite fast, but Altezza offered me the best program and price. The correspondance with them was always very friendly, personal, clear and fast. Although it was my first safari experience, I was relieved that everything went perfectly well, the minute we went out of the airport on arrival in Tanzania (our first time in this country). We spent 3 nights in very nice lodges, which were recommanded by Altezza. Now the most important thing : our driver-guide Ben! Travelling with him was just perfect : safe driving, sometimes not too fast to enjoy the landscape, sometimes fast to spot impressive animals. He gave us many informations about the animals and the country (I didn't expect to learn so many things!!), but he didn't talk all the time neither, that was perfect for us. Thanks to his patience and very acute and trained eyesight, we saw all the animals we wanted to see and many more... He was very adaptive and agreed to pick us up very early in the morning. For sure I can recommend this company to everyone. Read more
• Climbing and Safari
  Александра Чиликова

  Очень рады, что выбрали Альтеззу для восхождения и сафари. Все организовано превосходно: отличное оборудован...

  Очень рады, что выбрали Альтеззу для восхождения и сафари. Все организовано превосходно: отличное оборудование, персонал, все хорошо продумано и прошло без заминок (что по нашему опыту, не так часто бывает в таких сложных поездках). Мы восходили в январе, по маршруту Лемошо с chief-гидом Рашидом. Маршрут хороший - позволяет аклиматизироваться и, хоть и не без трудностей, удачно штурмовать пик Ухуру, время тоже удобное - в это время в Танзании лето и на высоких точках не так морозно. Альтезза по максимуму делает поход приятным: повара готовят отлично и много (несколько блюд за раз - суп, второе, десерт!), палатки просторные и очень комфортные, все нужные лекарства у гидов есть. Нам очень повезло с нашими гидами - Рашид, Чарльз, Агри, Тума, Эксод, Роберт - крайне внимательные и профессиональные ребята, всегда были рядом в нужный момент, а при спуске (который мне давался трудно, так как у меня ещё до поездки болела нога) чуть ли не под руки несли в сложных местах и брали мой личный рюкзак. Отдельно большое спасибо Рашиду, Чарльзу, Агри за интересные беседы - эти гиды сделали наше восхождение особенно запоминающимся: у ребят отличный английский, благодаря чему мы много узнали о Танзании, и они хорошо знают местную флору и фауну - так что при спуске через лес у нас получилось целое сафари) Сафари также прошло удачно, нам попался классный гид Бонифаций: хорошо знает парки, разглядел нам всех полагающихся животных, очень юморной:) Итого, всем рекомендуем! Read more
• Climbing
  Elizaveta, Russia

  From 5 to 12 July 2017, Altezza Travel arranged me an ascent to the Uhuru Peak. Everything ran well: from the flight from Istanbul to the climb. I would like to thank both organizers and an excellent ...

  From 5 to 12 July 2017, Altezza Travel arranged me an ascent to the Uhuru Peak. Everything ran well: from the flight from Istanbul to the climb. I would like to thank both organizers and an excellent team led by the guide Shabani. It is a well-coordinated team of professionals. We did it together! Thank you, guys! Read more
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  Pereverzeva D, Copenhagen, Denmark

  We conquered Kilimanjaro in February 2016. Excellent service from Altezza Travel - would definitely recommend the company to everyone embracing on the adventrure. We ended up going as a couple i...

  We <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">conquered Kilimanjaro</a> in February 2016. Excellent service from Altezza Travel - would definitely recommend the company to everyone embracing on the adventrure. We ended up going as a couple instead of a group due to change of circumstances. But we had 12 people going with us!! 2 guides and 10 porters. Everything was taken care of: accommodation, plenty of food and water including fruits, regular health checks twice a day. Separate appreciation to the guides - excellent support and fun - wouldn't make it to the top without them. We reached the summit and managed to get safe back. So, would review Altezza Travel as a totally trustable company with excellent service. Read more
• Climbing
  Wendy Lemaigre

  Many thanks to the entire team of Altezza Travel for our August 2016 Kilimanjaro climb ! We really enjoyed everything! Not only did we receive the most comprehensive answers to all our questions, but...

  Many thanks to the entire team of Altezza Travel for our August 2016 <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">Kilimanjaro climb</a>! We really enjoyed everything! Not only did we receive the most comprehensive answers to all our questions, but also Sergey, the manager of Altezza, shared immensely useful advice and recommendations with us. Exaggerations aside, our climbing team was by far the most professional on the Mount. Our porters were very friendly, sociable and hardworking – while the porters of the other climbers on the Mount were hanging out, smoking and talking, ours were running tirelessly, making their best to erect the camp before our arrival. Our chef Benson tried hard to please us with his cooking skills. The performance of our chief guides – Simon and Charles – was above all our expectations. They listened to all our requests attentively, and always made sure that our wishes are taken into consideration by the rest of the team. They even organized delivery of freshly ground coffee to one of the highest camps!!! Overall, as our guide Simon said at the end of the expedition, we were one large family. Thanks to Aleksandr, Sergey, Simon, Charles, Benson and Elias! We will all miss you so much! Read more
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  Marta Messina, Italy

  My family and I were very lucky to spend 10 days in Northern Tanzania. It was our first visit to that part of Africa and, telling truth, our first "not beach resort travelling". I booked this tour in ...

  My family and I were very lucky to spend 10 days in Northern Tanzania. It was our first visit to that part of Africa and, telling truth, our first "not beach resort travelling". I booked this tour in the beginning of March and from the very first letter, I was satisfied with service, quick, full and polite responds from managers of this company. Due to the lack of previous safari experience, I have completely entrusted organization of our tour to manager Eugene. As a result, after few letters we have approved a 10-day <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/park/tarangire">safari in Tarangire</a>, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Lake Natron national parks. My two children were delighted by The Lion King world. We have seen Big Five animals. Before the trip, I was a little worry about transfers since I was not sure how my children feel themselves during long drives. As a result, this trip turned out to be the biggest adventure of the life for my family and we are very delighted to travel with Altezza Travel and driver Franky, who is very intelligent, reliable and friendly. Read more
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  Linda Ann Johnson

  A couple of days ago I returned from my 5-day Tanzania safari tour . I’ve visited Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti. I cann ’t believe that all this has happened! I have seen so many pictures...

  A couple of days ago I returned from my <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/safari/programs/hartebeest">5-day Tanzania safari tour</a>. I’ve visited Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti. I cann ’t believe that all this has happened! I have seen so many picturesque places, so many wild animals! My driver guide Denis Frank Mauki helped me to explore the remotest places in the National Parks. We have met the Big Five Game (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and cheetah), we visited one of the authentic Maasai village. The face-to-face meeting with the Wilderness energized us. We have got a real “adrenaline rush”. We made hundreds of photos worth the cover of the National Geographic (for example, the photo of young cheetahs atop our safari car, which may a Facebook sensation among my friends). My sincerest thanks to the team of “Altezza Travel”. They are real professionals. It is their wildlife experts, who turned my safari into a LIFETIME ADVENTURE. I know already what my future adventure will be – I will be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with Altezza Travel! Read more
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  Michael B, Zurich, Switzerland

  Altezza was exceptionally professional and customer focused from start to finish. Our guide and driver Vincent was taking very good care of us, showing us the best spots, communicating with rangers ...

  Altezza was exceptionally professional and customer focused from start to finish. Our guide and driver Vincent was taking very good care of us, showing us the best spots, communicating with rangers and other guides to make every <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">safari in Tanzania</a> successful. We had a lot to see and do in our 8 days tour and now in retrospect we are glad for every minute. I can certainly recommend Altezza as safari tour operator. I would definitely book with them again if I get the opportunity to go back to Tanzania. Read more
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  Leila Humphreys

  When you’ve traveled the world, you don’t expect much from a new country, you believe you’ve seen it all. That’s what I thought when I was planning my trip to Tanzania. Fortunately, this count...

  When you’ve traveled the world, you don’t expect much from a new country, you believe you’ve seen it all. That’s what I thought when I was planning my trip to Tanzania. Fortunately, this country proved me wrong and showed me wonders - let’s be honest, I had expected to see, - but I had no idea how deep and bright and unforgettable this experience would appear. I don’t know how to put it into words, but what you see and feel there is so raw and unique and fresh, you have nothing left but admire and soak it up the way it is. And I believe it’d be wrong to forget Altezza Travel when it comes to my vacation in Tanzania. I’m sure without the guys who managed to polish all the rough spots which might appear during my trip, it wouldn’t have been that awesome! Read more
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  Aigiun G

  It was my first trip to Africa and I had to think carefully before I chose the company to travel with and thank God I made the best choice ever! I heard about Altezza from a friend's friend,so th...

  It was my first trip to Africa and I had to think carefully before I chose the company to travel with and thank God I made the best choice ever! I heard about Altezza from a friend's friend,so the company already had credit of trust. Throughout the whole period of my preparation process, the managers were absolutely friendly and patient, giving advice and detailed information on various safari options and other things to see in tanzania and quickly answering my questions on what to bring, how to prepare and all those small things you have to know before you travel to a new country which is very far and exotic) Upon arrival they met me us (I was travelling with a friend) at the airport, made us feel welcome in every possible way and gave detailed instructions on our upcoming activities. The safari itself was FANTASTIC!!! I truly loved every moment of it!! It's like being in a TV, in some BBC program, with thousands of zebras and buffaloes and monkeys and other animals around!.. Ngorongoro was my favourite place!! My friend fell in love with Serengeti :)) We also did Arusha park (which is smaller compared to the first two) and Manyara lake.. You have to do it to believe how amazing it is!! And we were lucky with our safari guide who was part of our great experience! We were in the wild and still we had everything we needed to feel safe and taken care of - cold water, wet wipes, tasty meals... And we didn't expect the lodges (kind of hotels) where we stayed at night during the safari to be so awesome! I am very thankful to Altezza for organising such a beautiful trip for us, I know how important it is to be able to foresee all those little things that matter! Read more
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  Anastasia C, Stavanger, Norway

  Travelling in Tanzania with Altezza Travel left unforgettable emotions and impressions on us. Hiking Kilimanjaro , doing safaries and hunting with bushmen are the brightest ever adventures and experi...

  Travelling in Tanzania with Altezza Travel left unforgettable emotions and impressions on us. <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/hiking-kilimanjaro">Hiking Kilimanjaro</a>, doing safaries and hunting with bushmen are the brightest ever adventures and experiences we've ever gone through! Highly recommend to do "Africa exploration" with Altezza Travel! Thanks, guys, for organizing this trip! Best of the best! Read more
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  Karen Bonavita, U.S.

  Great trip to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro with Altezza Travel We recommend Altezza Travel for safaris to the Serengeti and to Ngorongoro. They went out of their way to tailor a trip for us to the ...

  Great <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/park/serengeti">trip to the Serengeti</a> and Ngorongoro with Altezza Travel We recommend Altezza Travel for safaris to the Serengeti and to Ngorongoro. They went out of their way to tailor a trip for us to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and it was fantastic. The guide/driver, Bakari, was professional, exceptionally knowledgeable about everything, and he is one heck of a good driver. Bakari is a natural at finding animals - he was so clever. We're amazed at the variety of animals we saw at close range. (We spent nearly 25 days on safari in Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe, and we saw the same amount of animals but more variety here in Tanzania with Altezza in a far shorter period of time.) The accommodation was beautiful and overlooked the savanna. Our trip with Altezza was so good that we'll return and spend more time on safaris with them. Tanzania truly has it all and we're fortunate to have selected the best safari company with the best guide! Read more
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  Beatrice, Canada

  We’ve just arrived home and thought we’d send a quick review to thank Altezza and to tell you that we had the time of our lives. We have travelled extensively all over the world in the last 10 yea...

  We’ve just arrived home and thought we’d send a quick review to thank Altezza and to tell you that we had the time of our lives. We have travelled extensively all over the world in the last 10 years, so we knew for sure which level of organization we expect. First we`ve been surprised with quick and complete replies on my emails. Telling truth this is not easy to work with us, as I changed my mind many times regarding our choices of lodges and locations while planning. Eventually, this holiday became the best ever! We were incredibly lucky and saw the Big Five and so many other things (e.g. lions, hyena & cubs, wild dogs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, jackals, impalas, hippos, elephants, buffaloes, heaps of beautiful birds etc). Also it was a perfect 40th birthday. Tanzania is awesome – those sunsets are quite unbelievable, thank you so much. Thanks to all your team, we’ll be returning soon. Read more
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  Надежда

  Желание побывать в Африке у меня появилось 18 лет назад, когда вернувшись с сафари, мой шеф сказал « Африка - т...

  Желание побывать в Африке у меня появилось 18 лет назад, когда вернувшись с сафари, мой шеф сказал « Африка - то место, которое непременно нужно посетить». Шли годы, и вот в одном из походов вокруг камчатских вулканов, мой друг стал рассказывать о своем восхождении на Килиманджаро. Это был его второй поход на высшую точку африканского континента. Мы смотрели на наши вулканы и представляли, каким может быть Килиманджаро! Ведь даже самый высокий вулкан Камчатки – Ключевской уступает по высоте больше километра. Конечно, я понимала, что это абсолютно разные вершины, но мощь Килиманджаро стала очень привлекательна….. Родилась новая мечта… Не знаю, верите ли вы в новогодние чудеса, но именно в канун нового 2019 года я отправляюсь в Африку, в Танзанию, на Килиманджаро!!!! Новый год буду встречать на горе!!! Спасибо вам, мои дорогие Дед Мороз и Снегурочка!!! Вылет с Камчатки пришлось изменить и вылететь на сутки раньше – начинался циклон, и всё путешествие ставилось под большой вопрос! Рисковать не хотелось. Вылет из Москвы в Амстердам – и снова пришлось решать не планируемую задачу – мой билет не позволял переправить транзитом из России в Танзанию багаж (в нём необходимое снаряжение для восхождения), и снова - новогодний подарок от Деда Мороза! Решив все проблемы – я уже в самолете, на пути к своей мечте! В аэропорту Килиманджаро меня встретил водитель туристической компании Альтезза. Мой уровень знания английского языка далек от совершенства и то, что меня будет опекать русская команда – было очень важно. И тут новое испытание, которое меня повергло в ступор!!! Оформив визу и выйдя в зал для получения багажа, я обнаружила, что моего нет!!!! Ох уж эта авиакомпания KLM!!! Но, ребята из Альтеззы были со мной уже на связи и успокаивали, как могли. Это вселило надежду, мне оставалось только верить в новогоднее чудо. Два дня ожидания багажа совпали с днями, проведенными на великолепных сафари в национальных парках Тарангире и Нгоронгоро. Организация сафари была на высшем уровне. Машина приехала без задержки, ланч, вода и приветливый водитель. С помощью онлайн-переводчика проблем в общении не было. Множество слонов и баобабов, удивительной красоты птички – superb starling- превосходный скворец, огромные термитники, буйволы, антилопы, львы, жирафы и много другое - вот что запомнится в Тарангире!!!! Национальный парк Нгоронгоро – обилие животных не вызывает никаких сомнений!!! Удалось увидеть даже двух носорогов, считаю это большой удачей, ведь эти животные на грани исчезновения! Бегемоты, слоны, львы, буйволы, множество антилоп и зебр, фламинго – от их количества озеро казалось розовым!!! Поразила дорога в кальдеру: когда едешь «туда» - это экстремальный (но вполне безопасный) каменистый спуск, выезд – это вымощенная плиткой дорога с ливнёвками! И это настолько грамотно, ведь безопасность - главная составляющая тура. Обратный путь по времени занял около трех часов, за это время удалось насладиться прелестями вулканического происхождения Танзании. Камни и лавовые потоки - свидетели вулканических процессов, произошедших 2,5 миллиона лет назад, после обрушения и образования кальдеры Нгоронгоро. Вечером, приехав в отель, мне сообщили - багаж прибыл!!! Ура!!! На брифинге Сергей, Дмитрий и Анна дали рекомендации по маршруту, проверили моё снаряжение. На Камчатке мне часто приходится делать восхождения на вулканы (работаю гидом), чётко понимаю – что должна выполнять все рекомендации персонала туристической компании и гидов. Особые опасения были в плане «горной болезни», имею опыт прохождения горного перевала Торонг-Ла в Непале: самочувствие было не из приятных – головная боль, отсутствие сна и не комфорт во всем организме … благо ноги не подвели! По высоте он уступает Килиманджаро почти 500 метров. .. Утром наступил долгожданный момент – сдаем всё, что нам не пригодится в ближайшую неделю в камеру хранения, за нами заезжает машина, гиды грузят наш багаж, мы знакомимся с частью команды, прощаемся с Сергеем, Дмитрием и Анной и – в путь!!! Погода очень комфортная, не жарко, в машине работает кондиционер, есть вода. Болтаю с гидом (онлайн-переводчик в помощь), его звать Генри Годлистен – на все дни похода это мой наставник, который будет мне помогать и следить за моим самочувствием. Забота о клиентах в компании Альтезза – на высшем уровне: у каждого туриста свой гид, он же ангел – хранитель! Наш багаж (не более 15 кг) несут супермены – портеры. У меня - Ноэль, молодой веселый парнишка. Вся команда - трудяги - после нашего выхода на маршрут собирают лагерь, выходят после туристов, к нашему приходу в новый лагерь уже выставят палатки и разместят вещи, постелют очень мягкие матрасы, разместят кухню, а повар Хамис приготовит еду. Меню разнообразное – овощи, фрукты, рыба, птица, мясо. А на Новый год – торт!!! Компания Альтезза так поздравила своих туристов с Новым годом! А на ночь (на протяжении всего маршрута) обязательно теплая мягкая грелка- «карибу»! Очень приятно! Спасибо. Утром и вечером обязательный медицинский осмотр – благодаря очень правильной акклиматизации и грамотному темпу гидов в нашей команде самочувствие у всех – 10 баллов из 10 возможных. Каждое утро видим вершину Килиманджаро, к полудню её закрывают облака, мы обходим гору с незначительным набором высоты, делаем акклиматизационные подъемы, а на ночь спускаемся в лагеря (в каждом лагере ТУАЛЕТ – очень чистое заведение, белый кафель и никакого запаха!) Ночью удивительное зрелище – над головой царство звезд, где то у подножия горы - огни населенных пунктов, а ты - межу ними…., между небом и землёй ….и облака у твоих ног… Никого не может оставить равнодушным удивительный растительный мир горы: гигантские лобелии, дендровидные крестовники - дендросенеции, вересковые кустарники. Маршрут Лемошо - кладезь познаний для вулканологов и геологов. На протяжении большей части пути - огромные языки лавовых потоков. Состав базальтовый, андезитобазальтовый, много экструзивных выходов. Часто встречаются огромные вкрапления кристаллов плагиоклаза в базальтах – это мегаплагиофировые базальты. А в районе лагеря Косово имеются кислые плагиоклазы. И вот – ночь восхождения. Выходим в 23 часа и очень медленно «поле-поле» двигаемся навстречу вершине – пику Ухуру. Идти хорошо – рядом наши гиды Генри и Урио. Все наши желания – попить, отдохнуть, угадывают – как будто наши мысли возникают у них в голове. Выходим на вершину с восходом солнца, очень холодно и ураганный ветер. Но уже ничего не может нам помешать – ведь мы у цели!!! К своему удивлению и радости – самочувствие замечательное, ни каких признаков «горняжки», единственное огорчение – сильнейший ветер. Замечаю, что у Генри замерзли руки, отдаю ему запасные теплые перчатки. К сожалению, не удалось сфотографировать величественные ледники – батарея замерзла после первых же снимков у стелы Ухуру. Из- за сильного ветра не идем к ледникам. На спуске у нас всё без проблем. Но многим покорителям горы не так хорошо, как нам: кого-то гиды ведут под руки, кто-то просто возвращается, не дойдя даже до кратера. К 10 часам мы спустились в лагерь Барафу и после небольшого отдыха и обеда двинулись в лагерь Миллениум. Настроение великолепное!!! Акуна матата!! На следующее утро после завтрака команда сопровождения на прощание исполняет для нас песню «Килиманджаро» и мы уходим вниз, к выходу из Национального парка Килиманджаро. В отеле нас встречают Сергей, Дмитрий и Анна - поздравления и вручение сертификатов! Последнее фото с гидами и прощание. Следующий день моего новогоднего приключения – поездка на горячие источники Чемка. Место удивительное - чистейший водоём с ощутимым течением, для страховки натянуты страховочные канаты. Вода уходит под лавовые пласты, со дна поднимаются пузырьки, но запаха сероводорода не чувствуется. В водоеме плавают рыбки маленькие и большие. Удалось увидеть даже нильского варана, который выбравшись из воды, несколько минут понежился на корнях деревьев и уполз в заросли. Улетала я из Танзании с чувством безграничной благодарности ко всем, кто сделал мои новогодние каникулы такими насыщенными, познавательными и интересными. Команда Альтеззы - команда профессионалов!!! Успехов вам и процветания!!! Read more
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  Sard Sardarov

  From 5 to 12 July 2016, Altezza Travel arranged me an ascent to the Uhuru Peak . Everything ran well: from the flight from Istanbul to the climb. I would like to thank both organizers and an excellen...

  From 5 to 12 July 2016, Altezza Travel arranged me an <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">ascent to the Uhuru Peak</a>. Everything ran well: from the flight from Istanbul to the climb. I would like to thank both organizers and an excellent team led by the guide Shabani. It is a well-coordinated team of professionals. We did it together! Thank you, guys! Read more
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  Sergey R, New York

  Compared to all other companies out there, Altezza provided the best service money can buy when comparing similar offers from others. Highly recommend using them when u need to plan your next adventur...

  Compared to all other companies out there, Altezza provided the best service money can buy when comparing similar offers from others. Highly recommend using them when u need to plan your next adventure. Read more
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  Ana Oliveira

  Big thank you to all the crew without any exception. It was a lifetime experience... and without them it wouldn't be possible. A special thank you to Victor and Selemon... our guides that mad...

  Big thank you to all the crew without any exception. It was a lifetime experience... and without them it wouldn't be possible. A special thank you to Victor and Selemon... our guides that made it possible... also to Joseph that helped me so much together with Victor during the summit stage. All the crew was 100% involved and I highly recommend them to climb Kilimanjaro. Food was good, security and safety was from the beginning the bigger worry, we had medical check ups twice a day and everything was really well organised. I absolutely recommend Altezza, my guides - Victor and Selemon together with all the crew to climd Kilimanjaro. It was a Wonderfull experience. THANK YOU SO MUCH for everything. Ana Oliveira Read more
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  David Workman

  The team is made up of real professionals. Assets of exceptional quality: vehicles, outfit and equipment, hotel. Very competent guides. Altezza is a full-stack tour boutique.

  The team is made up of real professionals. Assets of exceptional quality: vehicles, outfit and equipment, hotel. Very competent guides. Altezza is a full-stack tour boutique. Read more
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  Ольга и Вячеслав Кузнецовы

  Удивительное приключение, которое мы пережили под паторнажем Altezza Travel, не забудется никогда! В феврале 2018 год...

  Удивительное приключение, которое мы пережили под паторнажем Altezza Travel, не забудется никогда! В феврале 2018 года мы отправились в Танзанию. Сначала двухдневное сафари в Тарангире и Нгоронгоро : наслаждение африканской природой и животными, чудные отели и гостеприимство в пути. Затем восхождение на Килиманджаро по маршруту Лемошо с суперпрофессионалами- гидами. Портеры и гиды сделали все, чтобы наша мечта о покорении пика Ухуру сбылась. Спасибо им за это! Затем двухдневный релакс на Занзибаре. И снова великолепный отель, отличное питание.Спасибо Altezza и лично Сергею и Миле за профессионализм и ответственность. Нам даже не пришлось таскать за собой на Занзибар сумки со снаряжением, их привезли в аэропорт к нашему вылету. Все : и трансфер, и отели, и гиды, и водители - всё организовано и продумано до мелочей! Спасибо Altezza!!! Это компания, которой можно и нужно доверять! Read more
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  Olga D, Mittweida, Germany

  I went to Kilimanjaro with Altezza Travel in August 2016. It was my first time in Africa, first time on such a height and all this alone. The trip was quite a spontaneous one - nevertheless, thanks to...

  I went to Kilimanjaro with Altezza Travel in August 2016. It was my first time in Africa, first time on such a height and all this alone. The trip was quite a spontaneous one - nevertheless, thanks to Altezza team everything has worked out perfectly - from the first contact and consultations till the flight back from the Kilimanjaro airport. Altezza is a team of professionals with local guides, and they really take care of Every aspect of your stay in the hotel (thanks for those tasty breakfasts!), staying available/connected in case of any issues on the spot, providing you with excursions so you don't get bored and of course - everything during the Kilimanjaro climb. Guides, porters, the incredibly positive chef (!), all the equipment and instructions have been just top! Thank you so much, guys, for this incredible and truly unforgettable experience. It's been almost a year and miss Africa so much. Read more
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  Fritz Kainer, Germany

  My son and I have spent a lot of time contacting several companies, and finally have chosen Altezza Travel. They replied fast and provided all details I needed. Their website is clear, nice, informati...

  My son and I have spent a lot of time contacting several companies, and finally have chosen Altezza Travel. They replied fast and provided all details I needed. Their website is clear, nice, informative and have really useful tips for travelers who planning to go to Northern Tanzania. Based on our wishes, Altezza team constructed a <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/safari/programs/eland">7 days Safari tour to Tarangire</a>, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti, arranged detailed program, all transfers, cosy accommodations, special brand new equipment, amazing guide and made our trip unforgettable! The tour was well organised, combined several experiences and with a reasonable price. We especially liked Ngorongoro crater, where we saw the most animals and my dream - black rhino! The guide was knowledgeable, inspiring and with a good sense of humor. We fall in love with the nature, locals and the hospitality of the Altezza Travel company. Thank you so much! We will definitely recommend your company to our friends! Our next plan is to do the Kilimanjaro climb with your team! See you next year! Read more
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  Alex, U.S.

  Thank you very much for the organization of the trek Kilimanjaro in February 2016. Everything was prepared at the highest level. The high-altitude acclimatization was a success, due to your recommen...

  Thank you very much for the organization of the <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/trekking-kilimanjaro">trek Kilimanjaro</a> in February 2016. Everything was prepared at the highest level. The high-altitude acclimatization was a success, due to your recommendations, my physical training was in conformity with the requirements. Drivers, guides and porters worked perfectly. Employees and administration of Altezza company took swift action in response to our demands including individual requirements and wishes. They have always been in touch. I was pleasantly surprised by European style of doing business and customer focus of company in such country as Tanzania with an absolutely different mentality and a local color. Thank you very much for your great work. See you again! Read more
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  Светлана Фатуллаева

  Январь 2018. Может лучше и бывает. Но я не встречала. Ты окружён заботой, вниманием и максимально возможным серв...

  Январь 2018. Может лучше и бывает. Но я не встречала. Ты окружён заботой, вниманием и максимально возможным сервисом с момента встречи в аэропорту и до момента прощания там же. Пожалуй, вся команда работает на то, чтобы ощущение комфорта (душевного и физического) не покидало тебя ни на минуту. А не покорить вершину при таком отношении ты просто не сможешь. После возвращения домой появилось стойкое желание вернуться на сафари, заехать на Занзибар и только с Altezza. Read more
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  Mansur Aglyamov

  I climbed on the "Roof of Africa" with Altezza in February 2016. I spent a month looking for the best company and found Altezza Travel to satisfy all my criteria. I'm so glad that I've chose...

  I climbed on the "Roof of Africa" with Altezza in February 2016. I spent a month looking for the best company and found Altezza Travel to satisfy all my criteria. I'm so glad that I've chosen them. They are really the number one company in Tanzania. They provided excellent service, starting from initial communication, support in preparation for the trip and summit itself. All our team, five members including a 61-year-old man, successfully made it to the top! After Kilimanjaro I also traveled to a couple of Tanzanian national parks with Altezza. Everything was great. Highly recommended! Read more
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  Marina Grankina, Russia

  Without help of the locals in countries such as Tanzania, it would be very difficult to make a high-quality preparation for the filming the TV program. Everything is quite expensive, the local people ...

  Without help of the locals in countries such as Tanzania, it would be very difficult to make a high-quality preparation for the filming the TV program. Everything is quite expensive, the local people are not always honest and responsible. Without local guides, believe me, you won’t get neither proper holidays or any quality of good work. I was fortunate to work with Altezza Travel. Thanks guys, because of you we filmed a great program about Tanzania: experienced real hunting with local aborigine, got into the mine and discover the process of mining tanzanites, went on <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">African safari in Tanzania</a>. Altezza team fully took over the organization of our shooting in Arusha (or what to call this region ???). We only had to film our adventures and enjoy life! Thank you, Altezza Travel! Because of you I had terrific memories of Tanzania! I want to get back on safari, but for a long time, a couple of weeks :) Marina Grankina, executive producer of "Heads and Tails. Shopping" Read more
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  Dmitry P, St. Petersburg, Russia

  My wife and I made a climbing with Altezza Travel in October 2015. When choosing the company for climbing Kilimanjaro we were also considering some more budget options, however eventually we were ...

  My wife and I made a climbing with Altezza Travel in October 2015. When choosing the company for <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">climbing Kilimanjaro</a> we were also considering some more budget options, however eventually we were very happy that we were climbing with Altezza Travel. The difference in pricing is visible on the Mount when you see how other climbers struggle compared to you. Starting from the airport Altezza team provided excellent services. My wife and I were taking a private 6 days climb via Umbwe route, our guides were very nice guys Victor and Haji. The trekking was very interesting, at first, we were going through rainforests, starting from the third day we witnessed the picturesque landscapes of the high altitude tundra, which were soon replaced by the unforgettable Lunar-Martian desert landscapes. The team was very professional! We did not expect such a level of service on the Mountain. The meals were really great, rich and varied. The guides were helpful and very caring – they checked our medical condition twice a day using oxymeters and were checking our lungs and overall state of health. The tents and all the equipment was almost brand-new and we were sleeping on 3-inch thick matrasses! The final summiting night was the most memorable and mind-blowing experience. Our guides helped us to conquer the Uhuru peak successfully and escorted us inside the crater to see the Kilimanjaro glaciers. Thank you Victor and Haji! Thank you Altezza Travel for making our Kilimanjaro dream come true! Read more
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  Mike Adams, Chicago, U.S.

  I really enjoyed my Kilimanjaro hiking experience with Altezza and could not have asked for a more organized and fun trip. They really go above and beyond to make sure you have a great trek. Plus th...

  I really enjoyed my <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/hiking-kilimanjaro">Kilimanjaro hiking experience</a> with Altezza and could not have asked for a more organized and fun trip. They really go above and beyond to make sure you have a great trek. Plus the hotel you stay at is amazing with a great staff and restaurant area. I can't give enough praise to Dmitry and all of the staff at Altezza. Read more
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  Евгений

  Декабрь 2018, первый раз в Африке, сафари по трем паркам: Нгоронгоро, оз. Маньяра, Серенгенти. Такое хоть раз в ...

  Декабрь 2018, первый раз в Африке, сафари по трем паркам: Нгоронгоро, оз. Маньяра, Серенгенти. Такое хоть раз в жизни надо обязательно посмотреть!!! Об организации: все безупречно, от встречи до проводов. Отличная организация, и великолепный гид, который смог показать нам и "великую зверскую пятерку" (лев, леопард, гепард, носорог, слон), и много других зверей, почему-то не названных великими, но очень интересных. На модный вопрос "порекомендуете ли фирму своим знакомым" твердым голосом сообщаю "Да" Спасибо! Read more
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  Владимир

  Dear friends, let me express my deepest gratitude and respect to all the personnel&management involved in organization of our tour dtd 01-09/10/2018 to Kilimanjaro/Tarangire. Please pass our person...

  Dear friends, let me express my deepest gratitude and respect to all the personnel&management involved in organization of our tour dtd 01-09/10/2018 to Kilimanjaro/Tarangire. Please pass our personal appreciation to Anna - the most effective and dear organizer and tour-adviser, to most esteemed guides Albert, Othman, Philemon, Tuna and AbdulRahim for their cooperation, care, courtesy and patience. They've done everything to make memories and love to Tanzania most long lasting. Anatoly Prokopenko, while getting ready his backpack for the trek said, that he had foreseen all the necessary occasions. But he couldn't foresee, that all the necessary occasions will be provided for by the esteemed operator Altezza Travel. With best regards, Tikhontsev, Prokopenko. if interested, a longread about thr trek https://jalynski.livejournal.com/2539426.html Read more
• Climbing, Safari and Zanzibar
  Katelyn Mathers

  We have been planning our Kilimanjaro climb and safari in Tanzania for six months. Yet, however meticulous the planning may be, there are often unforeseen circumstances and a plethora of different ...

  We have been planning our Kilimanjaro climb and <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/tanzania-safari">safari in Tanzania</a> for six months. Yet, however meticulous the planning may be, there are often unforeseen circumstances and a plethora of different issues… I want to emphasize high expertise and patience of the team members. Read more
• Climbing and Safari
  Потапов Павел Юрьевич

  От своего лица и от моей супруги, хочу искренне поблагодарить ребят за проделанную ими работу по организации ...

  От своего лица и от моей супруги, хочу искренне поблагодарить ребят за проделанную ими работу по организации сафари и восхождения по маршруту Марангу. Все было на высшем уровне, начиная от тайминга мероприятий и заканчивая работой гидов и водителей, организацией всех бытовых вопросов и просто решением мелких проблем. Мы были в Танзании со 02.01.19 по 11.01.19 и уехали оттуда отдохнувшими, несмотря на силы, оставленные на горе)) Еще раз спасибо за Ваше дружелюбие и открытость, профессионализм при организации нашего отдыха. С уважением, Павел и Людмила Read more
• Climbing
  Cary, North Carolina

  Altezza facilitated a fantastic climb Mount Kilimanjaro . Thanks Demitry for being a prompt and great communicator. The gear list and ground arrangements were on point. Very special thanks to Richard...

  Altezza facilitated a fantastic <a href="https://en.altezza.travel/climbing-kilimanjaro">climb Mount Kilimanjaro</a>. Thanks Demitry for being a prompt and great communicator. The gear list and ground arrangements were on point. Very special thanks to Richard Chandy and Philemon Moshi - guides on our trip and the extraordinary team of porters, cook, etc. A truly 5 Star team who made a challenging trip so much more pleasurable. Their attention to detail and customer oriented attitude was extraordinary. Read more
• Climbing
  Hanna

  Ребята, большое вам спасибо за професионализм,за возможность побывать на крыше Африки. Восхождение нам орган...

  Ребята, большое вам спасибо за професионализм,за возможность побывать на крыше Африки. Восхождение нам организовывал наш гид Женя. Наша группа знать не знала с какой фирмой будем подниматься. Об этом мы узнали только в трансфере с аэропорта, когда нам предложили бутылки с водой на которой было написано название фирмы. Я до этого про altezza читала на форуме и в нескольких отчетах, включая популярного блоггера Сергея Долю. Мы старались держаться подальше от русских фирм за границей. Ребятам надо отдать должное, они сломали этот стереотип. Команда портеров удивляла. Они запомнили где чей баул, кто с какой стороны спит. Они старались приходить пораньше, чтоб максимально все приготовить к нашему приезду, все вовремя. Гиды внимательны. Грелки в горах, что просто уму не постижимо было. Очень вкусные и разнообразные ужины. Все снаряжение в прокат новое, качественное. Более того, у главного гида был gps. Всем нашим друзьям и родственникам была отправлена ссылка, по которой они могли следить за нашим передвижением, где, когда, во сколько. Первый раз, когда я смело могу сказать, и наша группа полностью с этим согласна, что не к чему придраться. Очень много внимания к мелочам, к комфорту. И для меня еще большим показателем было то, что гиды сами довольны работой в компании и дорожат своим местом. Altezza огромное спасибо. И пожелания, чтоб также качественно продолжали работать. Read more