Zanzi Trekking and Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- KPAP: Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project, TATO: Tanzanian Association of Tour Operators, TTGA: Tanzania Tour Guides Association, KGA: Kilimanjaro Guides Association & TGS: Tanzania Geological Society
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $230 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Cheryl | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safari with wonderful viewings of the Big 5 and other animals
The overall experience was 4.5. Two different guides with outstanding knowledge resulted in a viewing of the Big 5 and all other animals that one would want to see on a safari.
From a lodging perspective, two out of three stays were outstanding. The exception was last minute/ day of change from a potential glamping experience to the Serengti Wildlife Lodge. Staying in a 70's built hotel and labelled as an upgrade was a downer. The trip was paid for well in advance so a day of notice regarding no availability at the originally stated lodge was quite disappointing.
Overall, I am comfortable with recommending this company. When obtaining a quote for a solo or small group safari, clarification should be received on the details for a shared tour.
Bundling a luxury tour package with participants on a budget tour package can impact travel logistics.
Reply from Zanzi Trekking and Safaris
Posted on Aug 13, 2026Dear Cheryl,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback and for giving us an overall rating of 4.5 stars.
We are especially happy to hear that you enjoyed the wildlife experience and that our guides made a positive impression. Their knowledge and dedication are a very important part of what we aim to provide.
Regarding the accommodation, we are really sorry for your disappointment with the change, especially as it happened close to your stay. Indeed, the original lodge was fully booked for the period we wanted to book, so we had to arrange an alternative.
This is quite common in tourism and is clearly mentioned in our quotes, terms and conditions.
We also believed that we had communicated the change during the briefing meeting, but it may be our fault that the information was not clear enough to you. We will work on improving this.
The alternative, Serengeti Wildlife Lodge, was also a luxury property and was selected based on the best options available at the time. Nevertheless, we are genuinely sorry that it did not meet your expectations. We will take this feedback seriously when selecting this accommodation or any other alternatives in the future.
Regarding shared safaris, their main purpose is as you might know to reduce costs compared with more expensive private safaris, while also giving guests the opportunity to share the experience with other travellers rather than travelling alone.
Guests sharing a vehicle can therefore have different packages, accommodation categories and budgets.
We always try to combine guests with similar budget and accommodation levels. When this is not possible, we make every effort to select lodges as close to each other as possible, avoiding unnecessary driving and loss of time. We also provide all our clients with an information document explaining the main aspects of shared safaris before their trip (together with every quote we send).
We agree that clear communication is essential, and we will continue improving this to ensure guests have the right expectations.
Thank you again for your honest and constructive feedback, and especially when for recognizing the efforts of our guides. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Tanzania in the future.
Much love,
Your Zanzi family
Email Rajesh | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A friendly and helpful tour operator!
Communications with Zanzi prior to the trip were excellent, Honest and Denis were very helpful and arranged an excellent itinerary to allow us to see all of the major sights of the safari in 5 days. Excellent value for money, Zanzi provide very competitive prices for their trips. The tour itself was good, and we were able to see all of the animals - well done Zanzi on a good trip!
NL
Email Thomas & Melissa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great time with the lovely Zanzi family
We had an amazing time with the Zanzi family on the Kilimanjaro. Issack, our main guide, assisted by Jumanne, did such a great job by getting us to the summit! Along the route we talked, laughed, sang and smiled, but most importantly, they made sure we got there safe and happy, especially during the summit day. Twice a day we got checked on heart rate, oxygen level and how we felt. During the checkup, we discussed the upcoming day. Issack and Jumanne encouraged us, were always supportive and positive, hakuna matata!
We were planning on doing the Machame route in 7 days, but because everything went well, we decided together to do it in 6 days. That was a really good choice and shows that the team was willing to help and do what was best for us. The rest of the crew was amazing too. We have so much respect for the porters, all so friendly and helpful, we came nothing short. From good food, to a prepared tent, conversations about football and all the Swahili words they taught us.
The communication before hand was good and clear, we would definitely recommend Zanzi Trekking.
Asante sana!
Email Nicole | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our guide showed us everything animal and it was very organized.
Our 4-day safari through Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater was an unforgettable experience and exceeded all of our expectations. We saw an incredible variety of wildlife and were amazed by the beautiful landscapes every day. A huge thank you to our guide for being so knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to finding amazing animal sightings while making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip. We also want to thank our chef for preparing such delicious, fresh, and varied meals every day—it was hard to believe such great food could be made while camping! We truly appreciate all the hard work that went into making this adventure so memorable and would highly recommend this safari to anyone visiting Tanzania.
Email Kira | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional guides and service for an unforgettable safari and Kilimanjaro adventure.
We had an amazing experience with Zanzi Trekking and Safaris for both our Mount Kilimanjaro climb and safari. From the beginning, communication was quick and helpful, and everything was well organized. Our guides and the entire team were friendly, professional, and always made us feel safe and supported. The 5-day Kilimanjaro climb was definitely challenging, but reaching the summit made it all worthwhile. Our safari was just as incredible, with knowledgeable guides who helped us see so many amazing animals and beautiful landscapes. The service was excellent, the trip was great value for the money, and everything ran smoothly. We would highly recommend Zanzi Trekking and Safaris to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Tanzania.
Email Marc | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible trek and team
From the moment we arrived until we completed our trek, the whole experience was exceptional. Climbing Kilimanjaro is an incredible challenge, but having such a dedicated team made it so much more enjoyable.
A massive thank you to Justin and Omary for being outstanding guides. Their encouragement, professionalism and genuine care for everyone in the group never went unnoticed. They kept us motivated through every stage of the climb and always made sure we were safe, comfortable and smiling, even on the hardest days.
The entire crew deserves so much credit. The porters, chefs and support staff worked unbelievably hard every single day and always welcomed us into camp with warm smiles and amazing energy. Their teamwork and kindness created an experience that was far beyond what we expected. Calvin’s wake up calls with coffee and positive energy was a particular highlight and Danny’s support in reaching the summit was amazing.
Thank you to everyone for making this such a memorable journey. Reaching Uhuru Peak was an unforgettable moment, and we couldn’t have done it without your incredible support. If you’re thinking about climbing Kilimanjaro, I can’t recommend this team highly enough—they truly are the best. Asante sana! 🏔️🇹🇿
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Climbing Kilimanjaro was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life, and I couldn’t have asked for a better team to get me to the summit.
A huge thank you to the best guides, Justin and Omary, whose professionalism, encouragement and expertise made all the difference. They were incredibly supportive every step of the way, always checking on us, keeping our spirits high and making sure we were safe throughout the trek. Their knowledge of the mountain and genuine care for the group gave us complete confidence. They really are the best guides!! Honestly could not have completed the seven days without them.
The entire crew was absolutely amazing. Our waiter Calvin who helped us every day with the best energy, Danny for helping us reach summit and back down. The food was fantastic - huge shoutout to Chef Dustin thank you!
As for the porters such as Praygood, Dominic and Peter and the team, everyone worked so hard behind the scenes to make the experience comfortable, enjoyable and unforgettable. The camps were always well prepared, and every member of the team greeted us with a smile and endless encouragement.
Reaching the summit was an incredible achievement, and it’s one I’ll never forget. Thank you, Justin, Omary and the whole team, for creating such an unforgettable adventure. I would recommend this team to anyone thinking of climbing Kilimanjaro - you’ll be in the very best hands. Asante sana kaka na dada! 🇹🇿🏔️
IE
Email Paddy Donoghue | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing experience with Zanzi Trekking and Safari! We saw so many animals, and our driver Daniel was excellent—very knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. Everything ran smoothly, including easy airport pick-up and drop-off. The hotels were excellent with great food and entertainment, and extra attractions were added along the way. It was everything we could of looked for ina safari and much more. Highly recommended!
Johny Jackson was great at taking the time to be sure we got the pictures we wanted of the animals
Great value for the money. Tent camping was clean and safe. For anyone wanting a safari experience without the bougie cost this is the way to go.
Take the plunge and go!
He loves his country and job and worked hard to make sure we saw every animal possible!
We had a marvelous time. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide/driver than Johnny Jackson. He watched over us well. He worked hard to make sure that we saw as many animals as possible, but never rushed when we were watching and taking pictures! The variety and number of animals was amazing.