Meet Safari Experts

The success of your trip will ultimately be in the hands of our selected professional guides. Our team has a tremendous love for Tanzania – all born, lived, and worked ‘on the ground’ and have traveled far and wide across this incredible continent. We love the energy of Tanzania, the adventures waiting to be experienced in breath-taking landscapes, and an abundance of wildlife and culture.

The very essence of Tanzania, from the Serengeti’s plains, to mythical Mount Kilimanjaro and the coast of Zanzibar – this continent is in our blood and is our passion. We work from the office in Arusha Tanzania with specialists in creating personalized, authentic Tanzania safaris.

We consist of ‘born-and-bred’ locals and others who came to visit fell in love with Tanzania!. Our mission is to share the beauty of Tanzania with you – we want you to see the real ultimate adventure of Tanzania. We pride ourselves on our in-depth knowledge – we know all the local secrets.

Our specialty is leading you off the well-worn tourist trail, so you experience not only the famed National Parks but also the smaller villages and local people whose everyday lives are as fascinating as the habits of the wildlife we live with..

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Tanzanian experiences

Immerse yourself in the culture, exploring local cuisines, wandering the markets, learning a new language or snorkeling in the depths of the Indian Ocean – all whilst being surrounded by untouched nature and pristine sandy beaches.

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The success of your trip will ultimately be in the hands of our selected professional guides. Our team has a tremendous love for Tanzania – all born, lived, and worked ‘on the ground’ and have traveled far and wide across this incredible continent. We love the energy of Tanzania, the adventures waiting to be experienced in breath-taking landscapes, and an abundance of wildlife and culture.

We consist of ‘born-and-bred’ locals and others who came to visit fell in love with Tanzania!. Our mission is to share the beauty of Tanzania with you – we want you to see the real ultimate adventure of Tanzania. We pride ourselves on our in-depth knowledge – we know all the local secrets.

Our specialty is leading you off the well-worn tourist trail, so you experience not only the famed National Parks but also the smaller villages and local people whose everyday lives are as fascinating as the habits of the wildlife we live with..

Meet Our Team

Lema & Jackson Family

Northland Tanzania Safaris – North America

Long time friends with tens of thousands of global adventure miles under their belts, the Lemas and Jacksons joined forces to help families and couples across North America experience all the best Tanzania has to offer.
“As a Tanzanian who has lived all over the world, this beautiful country is unrivaled in its culture, and diverse landscapes. I want people to discover the same amazing things about Tanzania that I’ve known since childhood.” – Julius Lema

“Our family was fortunate to live in Tanzania for 2 incredible years experiencing the beauty of the culture, people, wildlife, beaches, and landscapes. This magical place has given our family such unforgettable memories. What a gift this country has been to us! One of our greatest joys has been sharing this gift with our friends and extended family. Now we can’t wait to help others experience the magic of Tanzania too!” – Sarah Lema

“Our family seeks travel experiences that expose us to new ways of seeing the world. From its rich history to amazing safari treks to breathtaking coastlines, we had an unforgettable time in Tanzania and look forward to inspiring other families to do the same.” – Missy Jackson

George Munge

Founder & Safari Expert

George founded Northland Safaris after 16 years as a safari guide in Tanzania and Kenya, being guiding at all levels, he knows what works and what combinations of areas and accommodations will give you the best safari at the best price.

He has a very traditional Maasai background: He’s one of 6 children, and his late grandfather is a distinguished tribal elder who killed lions and leopards to protect his family and property. Sadly, economic circumstances prevented George from going to university, but his first love was the bush, and today he guides guests in an area that is barely ten miles from the village where he was raised. His eyesight, hearing, and tracking ability are second to none—even among his fellow Masai

George’s invites you to join him on a journey of a lifetime.

EngaisJoyce Nathan

Community & Environment Coordinator

Engaisjoyce was born and grew up in Arusha. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in human conflict resolution and peacebuilding from Makere University in Uganda. After her graduation, she worked as an intern in the finance and admin division and protocol unit handling services for officials and dignitaries and facilitating the conduct session of the court in The African Court on Human and People Rights.

She joined Northland Tanzania Safaris in 2019 as an admin, secretary, finance controller, and now a business partner as well as community and environment coordinator. She developed a passion for tourism later after completing her studies, as she loved traveling and experiencing beautiful nature since childhood. She worked both in the hospitality and tourism industry and this has given her a wonderful experience with the client’s cultures and interests.

“I enjoy my job and love interacting with people from all over the world and my joy is to make my client’s dreams come true. Also, I enjoy an active life with children living with disabilities and mentoring the parents and the caregivers.”

Nickson Masawe

Safari Guide

Nixson joined Northland Safaris in 2018, he was born and raised in Arusha. Having studied wildlife Tourism and Management from African Wildlife Management College – Mweka and obtained his Diploma Certificate he has worked in the bush in both Kenya and Tanzania. With vast experience across the country – everything from a close encounter with elephants in Tarangire, to the tracking of a lion pride in Serengeti, the discovery of amazing landscapes and the true wilderness of East Africa is most definitely his stomping ground.

{Mara River} It is here where he has been fortunate to witness “the wildebeest crossing”. In his own words: “This is where a wildebeest applies for its visa to enter into Kenya and only the strongest are granted entry. The harsh reality is that many are washed downstream by the river current, some are trampled to death in the frenzy and others break legs attempting to get across, but nothing goes to waste and the crocodiles rely on this annual feast for their survival and watching the herds zig-zag across the Serengeti’s plains”

Nixson invites you to join him on a journey into the Ultimate Africa Adventure.