About Us
Who we are
To make Tanzania a memory-making vacation destination for our adventurers
At Safari Stride, we are passionate about providing our clients with exceptional travel experiences in Tanzania. With a team of knowledgeable and experienced travel experts, we are committed to delivering personalized service and creating memorable journeys that exceed our clients' expectations.
In addition to offering traditional travel services such as safaris, cultural tours, and beach holidays, we also run volunteer programs in Tanzania. Our volunteer programs provide a unique opportunity for travelers to immerse themselves in local communities, learn about the country's culture and traditions, and make a positive impact by supporting community development projects. Our volunteer programs focus on education, healthcare, wildlife conservation, and environmental sustainability, and are designed to be a meaningful and rewarding experience for participants.
As a responsible travel company, we are committed to promoting sustainable tourism practices and minimizing our impact on the environment. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to ensure that our tours and volunteer programs benefit both our clients and the communities we visit. We also prioritize the well-being and safety of our clients, and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable travel experience.
We are proud to be based in Tanzania, a country renowned for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and unique wildlife. Through our travel services and volunteer programs, we aim to share the best of Tanzania with the world, while also contributing to the growth and development of the local economy and communities. Thank you for considering Safari Stride for your travel needs and volunteer opportunities in Tanzania.
Our Story
Our story began in Karatu, a quaint town near the Ngorongoro National Park and Serengeti. During the global disruptions of COVID-19, we found solace in the stunning surroundings of our hometown and decided to share this beauty with the world. Thus, Safari Stride Travel was born with a mission to showcase Tanzania's most captivating destinations, from the iconic Serengeti plains to the lush rainforests of Kilimanjaro and the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar.
We are dedicated to offering authentic experiences, ensuring that travelers not only see the wonders of Tanzania but also connect deeply with its culture and people. Our team, comprised of passionate locals, brings a wealth of knowledge and a personal touch to every journey.
Whether it's a thrilling wildlife safari, a challenging mountain trek, or a serene beach retreat, we tailor each adventure to create unforgettable memories. Join us at Safari Stride Travel and discover the magic of Tanzania, a land of unparalleled beauty and warm, welcoming hearts.
Our Mission!
Our mission is to provide our clients with exceptional travel experiences in Tanzania. We aim to showcase the country's natural beauty, cultural richness, and unique wildlife through sustainable and responsible tourism practices. Our team of knowledgeable and experienced travel experts is committed to delivering personalized service and creating memorable journeys that exceed our clients' expectations. We strive to be a leading travel agency in Tanzania, promoting conservation and social responsibility while contributing to the growth of the local economy.
Our Vision!
Our vision is to be the premier travel agency in Tanzania, renowned for our exceptional service, sustainable tourism practices, and commitment to promoting the country's natural and cultural heritage. We aim to be the go-to agency for travelers seeking unique and unforgettable experiences in Tanzania, delivered with the highest standards of professionalism and care. We envision a future where our agency is a key contributor to the growth and development of the tourism industry in Tanzania, while also promoting environmental conservation and community empowerment. Through our passion for travel and dedication to our clients, we strive to make Tanzania a top destination for travelers around the world.
Why Travel with Us
Book and pay for your trip with Safari Stride safe in the knowledge that you are travelling with a registered and reputable travel company. we will help you plan a trip that matches your dreams, budget, and appetite for luxury and adventure.
Specialize mainly in Tanzania
While many companies offer trips all over Africa, our work is focused only on Tanzania. This has enabled us to become experts in designing a variety of bespoke safaris, faster close relationships within the industry and benefit from special pricing on the trips we feature. Our insider knowledge of Tanzania is unsurpassed. We'll provide you with special access to places, guides and events that are unavailable to travelers who book online.
Incredible Value
No one else in the industry offers our combination of quality hotels, small group size and culturally immersive itineraries for the tour price we charge. In fact, the most common refrain from our travelers is that they can't believe they received so much for what they paid.
You may find what seems like a similar tour at a lower price with one of our competitors, but when you compare feature-for-feature, we believe it's clear our tour offers more value for your money. When it comes to Tanzania safaris, high quality value can truly be the difference between a good tour and an incredible one.
24 / 7 Support
Our customer service is legendary. We're passionate about travel and we love helping you put together a journey you'll remember for a lifetime. Our reservation agents are there to help you throughout the whole booking process. Once you're on your trip, we have a dedicated emergency line that is manned 24/7, not by an answering service, but by our managers in Tanzania, who know what to do to help you (even if it's in the middle of the night). When you book your tour with Friendly Planet, you have a team watching out for you no matter where you go.
High Quality Hotels & Lodges
We know from experience that a well-appointed hotel close to the best sightseeing and dining options contributes significantly to the enjoyment of your tour. Many companies book hotels in less than desirable locations in order to save on costs, but this adds plenty of inconvenience and loss of precious time getting to and from the places you want to see.
Others book lower quality hotels so they can charge the lowest prices possible. Our tours always feature high quality, centrally located hotels and lodges that live up to our high standards. And while occasionally our usual standard of accommodations doesn't exist in a location (for example, in very remote spots), you can count on us to make sure you're staying in the best hotel available.
We are one of the largest operators in Tanzania
Leading over 100 climbing and safari parties through different routes every year, we can confidently say that our team is one of the most experienced in organizing Mount Kilimanjaro expeditions of any level. We have experience leading solo treks or as many as 100-member expedition groups and are confident to handle a team of any size in between.
Our Clients consistently happy with our service!
Every year we organize hundreds of Kilimanjaro climbs and safaris, and to date everyone has had a great and memorable experience with Safari Stride. How do we know our clients consistently had a wonderful experience with us? Independent reviews from our clients on global travel sites!.You may read the reviews about our trips on our TripAdvisor page.
The Prices for our adventure trips in Tanzania
The competition in Tanzania travel industry is very high - there are hundreds of local operators in the popular travel hubs of Moshi and Arusha. Dozens more open every year, and big international travel firms are establishing their branch offices here. It is not surprising - the popularity of Tanzania as a travel destination keeps rising, and tourism is quickly becoming a good choice for investment.
Here at Safari Stride we aim to stand out from other companies. Our strategy is simple, yet effective - we import the best branded equipment and gear for our Kilimanjaro adventures, and we hire professional guides to lead our departures. We provide ongoing training for our guides to ensure they have the top certifications and training in their field. We also offer the newest and most comfortable safari vehicles in the country.Every day, we aim to deliver great service to our clients - from a delicious and nutritious menu on every mountain trek, to on-time transfers for all of our clients. We want to improve in every detail, no matter how small, in order to offer the best service of all tourism operators in Tanzania.
There is, however, one thing that we will never do to become more attractive to clients - we will never dump our prices. Why? because it will ultimately compromise the safety and comfort of our adventures. We are certainly more expensive than most of the local operators, yet the service we provide can only be matched by a handful of high-end tour operators, whose prices are much higher than our own.
It is not just the safety and comfort of our trips that make our prices higher. When travelling with Safari Stride, you can be assured of the following:
We are a fully compliant and transparent company - Safari Stride regularly renews its travel businesses licenses. We also pay taxes every year. Among other things, this money helps to build hospitals, schools, roads and infrastructure throughout the developing nation of Tanzania. While the taxes are steep, we will not avoid paying them and we recognize they go to support meaningful infrastructure throughout the country.
We pay good salaries and wages to our local employees. In an attempt to reduce the costs of an expedition and offer a better price to a client, many tour operators cut salaries to their local staff. Having no other employment prospects, the hopeless workers agree to work for any pay simply to make ends meet.
Why is it a bad idea to book with cheap operators in Tanzania?
Booking with cheap tour operator in Tanzania can come with several risks and downsides. Hera are some reasons why it might be a bad idea:
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Quality of Services
Cheap tour operators may cut corners to offer lower prices, and this can negatively impact the quality of the service they provide. For example they may use old or poorly maintained vehicles, hire unqualified guides, or provide inadequate accommodation and meals.
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Hidden Costs
Budget tour operators may offer low prices upfront but then add hidden costs such as extra fees for park, permits,transport, and other services. This can make the final costs much higher than expected and lead to unexpected expenses.
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Lack of Sustainability
Buying cheap tour packages, a tourist is making a direct contribution to the perpetuation of employee maltreatment in Tanzania. Companies save money and offer low-cost tours to clients usually at the expense of the low-wage workers, who due to poverty and lack of opportunities, will agree to work for any salary - or even tips only. As long as very cheap tours exist, poverty will continue to proliferate - book with Safari Stride and other responsible tour operators instead!
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Safety
When booking with budget operators in Tanzania there is a chance of having some unwelcome surprises on the trip, such as: missing oxygen tanks (or may be there, but not functioning), a tent with holes that leak in the rain, meals served which are stale or repetitious over the entire trek. There is also a risk of getting duped by travel scammers
Overall, booking with cheap tour operators in Tanzania can be risky and lead to subpar experiences. It's important to research carefully and choose a reputable and responsible tour operator in Tanzania that offers fair prices and quality services.