The establishment of Mahaba Tours was the result of great love and respect for the people and the nature of Africa. Mahaba is the Swahili word for love & affection. Love is at the core of what we do and our fascination and love for Tanzania and it's treasures is experienced over and over again through the eyes of our clients who visit and experience it for the first time.
We are a licensed tour operator in Tanzania and Zanzibar. We organize tours and safaris to all major national parks in Tanzania as well as mountain hiking to Mount Kilimanjaro. Our well versed team are here to support you and make your trip to Tanzania a memorable one. We plan customized safaris to suit your needs be it a wildlife adventure, romantic getaway to Zanzibar, mountain trekking as well as tours to meet local tribes or explore all the wonders the country has to offer. We strive to provide our clients with an adventure of a lifetime and from the moment you arrive, until your departure, you will be welcomed and sent off by a member of our professional team. Our travel consultancy with years of experience has a wide knowledge of what is needed to make your adventure in Africa unforgettable.
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Meet the Team
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Socrates
Socrates is our founder and Director. After studying Law in England and Shipping in the Netherlands he became a dedicated NGO worker and coordinated humanitarian-aid missions in Nepal and India. He came to Tanzania in 2016 as part of a humanitarian mission and made it his second home. His observations of humanitarian expeditions in Africa, Nepal and India have allowed us to adopt and implement the most successful safety practices for our clients while offering key value and uncompromising quality. Socrates is a certified bungee jumper and a NAUI Scuba Diver and is very happy to share with you key information for your safari and diving spots in Tanzania.
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Isaya
Isaya is our Wildlife & Safari Director. A proud member of the Maasai tribe, Isaya grew-up near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and had hands-on experience with animals, wildlife and surviving in the bush since he was a baby. He completed his school studies and successfully graduated from Tourism & Safari College in Moshi near Kilimanjaro to become a fully certified Safari guide. He worked as a climbing guide in Mount Kilimanjaro and as a Safari coordinator and driver. He has more than 10 years of experience in the tourism sector of Tanzania and is always keeping abreast of all the local changes and international developments in tourism. He is responsible in organizaing the itineraries for the safaris and scheduling our fleet.
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Florentia
Florentia is our Hospitality Manager. An avid traveler, she has been fascinated with Africa all her life. She has strong knowledge of Tanzania, it's local tribes, customs, wildlife and cozy spots that our travelers would definitely want to visit. A former NGO worker who found her way to Tanzania back in 2018 when she came as part of a humanitarian-aid mission to build a school for an impoverished community, Florentia has cultivated tremendous bonds with the local community who always take the extra step to keep her and her travelers comfortable. She is responsible for welcoming you to Tanzania and for the organizing of your accommodation and board so you have a pleasant and comfortable stay.
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Alex
Alex is our Tribal & Cultural Tour Operator. A proud Maasai warrior who still lives in a traditional Maasai village, Alex is an asset that brings our urbanized travelers in direct contact with the tribe's ancient local customs, ways and traditions. He speaks fluent English, Maa, Swahili and has tremendous knowledge of jungle medicine and survival techniques which he is always keen to share with the people that go on tours with him. His command of the English language makes it easy for him to answer questions and provide in-depth knowledge on the social and cultural anthropology of the local tribes.
