Emmanuel Mungure's Biography

Emmanuel Mungure started working with Duma in 2006 as a porter. He was promoted to head guide in 2011 after working as an assistant guide for Duma and a chief guide for another Arusha-based company. Before working with Duma Explorer, he worked with GMT for two years. During his time at GMT, he completed a six month guide course.

Ema is familiar with all the Kilimanjaro routes except Umbwe. Ema enjoys hiking the Machame Route the most as he thinks it is more beautiful than the other routes because of the forest, primates and birds. His favorite campsite is Barranco because it has wonderful views and beautiful scenery. He likes the Giant Senecio and Lobelia Kilimancharica plants.

Ema is Wilderness First Responder certified.

Guest Comments:

'Ema and his team handle all our needs and more. We not only felt safe, comfortable and in some cases pampered as compared to other groups climbing, we also really enjoyed the sharing of stories with Ema and Peter. We not only climbed the highest free standing mountain in the world but we learned a great deal about the Tanzanian culture and people.'

'Ema was very professional in the way handled the discussions with one of our team as he was making the decision on whether to summit. Ema did an excellent job in preparing me for the summit. We both came away with great memories and a true sense of accomplishment.'

'Ema and his crew were very friendly and helpful. The whole trip was perfect, it could not have been better.'

His advice to guests: 'Take a lot of water during the hikes to avoid dehydration.'

Ema likes working with Duma because it cares for its staff and offers good service. He also likes the equipment that Duma provides to its guests and staff.

Most interesting thing seen on mountain: glaciers at the summit point!