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..
Tick off your bucket list with these
Tanzanian experiences
Immerse yourself in the culture, exploring local cuisines, wandering the markets, learning a new language or snorkelling in the depths of the Indian Ocean – all whilst being surrounded by untouched nature and pristine sandy beaches.
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
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
- Phone : +1 (859) 254-6589
- Email : info@northlandtanzaniasafaris.com
George Munge
Founder & Safari Expert
George founded Northland Tanzania Safaris after 14 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
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- Phone : +255 754 542 820
- Email : info@northlandtanzaniasafaris.com
Vicent Mwaimu
Safari Guide
Vicent is passionate about wildlife and guiding, like a safari guide with over 12 years of experience. Tarangire National Park is his favorites place to guide due to the “almost untouched wilderness”. You feel very private while on safari in Tarangire, whether it is walking or driving, and the game viewing is productive.
You have a good chance of seeing some special species like Oryx, Kudu, as well as there being a big population of elephants and Baobab trees which dotted the park and make it very unique.
One of Vincent’s most memorable sightings occurred in the Tarangire while he and his guests were observing a mother cheetah and her sub-adult cubs. “All over a sudden, the female cheetah raced off on the hunt for a Thomson’s gazelle (mother and young). The Thomson’s gazelle lamb was easy prey for the cheetah but what happened next was incredible. We witnessed how she brought back the lamb to her cubs and released it for them to practice hunting and catching their own prey.
As cruel and harsh as this may sound, this is nature at work and we watched this scene for over an hour, fascinated by the learning process that the sub-adult cheetah was going through.” Join him on his journey to show you the wild wonders of Tanzania.
Asterick Buchafu
Safari Guide
Asterick has been a safari guide for over 16 years and has lived most of his life in Arusha. He was born and grew up on the shore of Lake Tanganyika (the second deepest and fresh lake in the world after Lake Baikal in Russia) before he moved to Arusha. He joined Northland Tanzania Safaris in 2017 as a freelance safari guide and later added his experience as a tour leader to the team. Asterick thrives on the fact that every day is different, and he enjoys watching the ever-changing faces of nature during each season – “it’s not like watching a movie, this is real!”
Asterick’s best safari experience was in the Serengeti, while he and his guests were patiently watching a cheetah. Suddenly a Grant gazelle shows up, obviously unaware of the predator’s presence. The cheetah had a lucky day and didn’t have to run far for its lunch. As the cheetah was feeding on the gazelle, it was fascinating to watch the vultures start appearing from ‘nowhere’. And some hyenas follow the move where the vultures are going to land. Eventually, the number of vultures and few hyenas was too much for the cheetah and they took over the kill from her. Within less than 30 minutes there were just bones remaining. It just shows how patience in nature pays off.
“The amazing diversity of landscape and species makes a visit to Tanzania absolutely worthwhile. I am looking forward to meeting you and sharing some of the beauty of my country with you. Maybe next time on the migration crossing the river… Karibu Sana”
Victor Kombe
Safari Guide
Victor was born in the Kilimanjaro region. He obtained his advanced certificate in tour guiding as well as a diploma in French language, very fluent speaking from College of African Wildlife Management Mweka. In 2020 Victor joined Northland Tanzania Safaris as a French and English Tour Director and Safari Guide. He is one of our safari guides who have worked with several safari companies in Arusha most were French-based operators. Over 14 years of experience now and is thoroughly enjoying the experience of guiding guests into so many special places in Tanzania and Kenya.
Victor’s favorite game viewing location is the Northern Serengeti during the dry months (July-October) where the place is full of animals. Also, he likes to travel a lot to explore and give new ideas to the company about the hidden untouched route we should sell “It is exciting to see the herds of wildebeest as they arrive at the Mara River and make the crossing, following their survival instinct for high grazing value grasses and water.”
Victor invites you to join him on safari in this amazing part of Tanzania and Kenya. “I would love to share my knowledge and some stories with you as well as learn something about you and your country and hear some of your interesting stories too.”
Amini Kweka
Safari Guide
Amini is proudly Chagga tribe from the Kilimanjaro region one among the fifth-biggest ethnic group in Tanzania, he is one of our safari guides team who has worked his way up through several pieces of training of walking and guiding in Tarangire national park.
After he obtained a Diploma in professional tour guiding and leadership, in 2021 he started off at Northland Tanzania Safaris as a safari guide taking guests to different safari destinations in Tanzania. Due to his development and increased wildlife knowledge, Amini became a fully licensed safari guide and walking safari guide.
One of Amini’s most interesting sightings was in Lake Manyara National Park where he and his guests observed some interesting behavior of a vervet monkey grooming an olive baboon. This inter-specific behavior is unusual, but it is these types of sightings that make every safari different and helps one realize that it is not only about the Big 5 people are always focusing to see. Therefore, Amini enjoys taking guests on a walking safari, so as to be closer to nature and to observe many of the overlooked aspects of our wonderful wilderness.
Amini says “Karibu Tanzania” (welcome to Tanzania) and is looking forward to sharing his knowledge and experiences with you in a safari vehicle as well as on foot on this wonderful continent of East Africa.
Frank Wilfred
Safari Guide
Frank was born in and grew up in Arusha where he calls himself “my home city” and from a young boy, he knew that he wanted to be a safari guide one day where he was inspired by his uncle who is a safari guide for a decade.
Occasionally he got the chance as a boy to go into the Serengeti with his uncle and other family members to see lions as promised by his uncle. This was an amazing experience for a young boy, and he would come back and tell everyone his story. His thirst for knowledge resulted in him joining Northland Tanzania Safaris on the guide training programs which is done every offseason; He is very happy spending a lot of time in the bush since he loves all aspects of our natural environment and enjoys sharing his knowledge with everyone.
One of Frank’s best wildlife memories was the first time he saw the wildebeest crossing the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti. He couldn’t believe how the wildebeest would jump into the river swarming with crocodiles and it was intriguing to see how driven they were by the need to follow food and water. Nature’s instinct is amazing.
“I am constantly learning more and more about the wonderful natural world and I would be honored to share my knowledge and experience with you – one is never too old to learn. Tanzania is a very peaceful country and we try our best to protect our natural wonders.” Karibu Tanzania!!
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 Tanzania 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.
Hassaniel Mgonja
Safari Guide
Hassan was born and grew up in Arusha. He obtained his Advanced Diploma in wildlife tourism and management from the College of African Wildlife Management-Mweka. In 2019 Mgonja joined Northland Tanzania Safaris as a safari guide and tour leader. His wildlife knowledge and experience in the bush makes him call himself “The Bush Lover” which he enjoying share the experience of guiding and hospitality to the guests by taking them into many special places in Tanzania and Kenya.
Hassan’s favorites are game viewing location is the Southern Serengeti during the wet season at Ndutu area during the calving season (January-April) of wildebeest migration and Northern Serengeti during the dry season (July-October) where the place is full of migration. “It is exciting to see the herds of wildebeest as they arrive at the Mara River and make the crossing, and also the wet season when they deliver their babies following their survival instinct for high grazing value grasses and water.”
One of Hassan’s most memorable wildlife sightings was with guests at the Ngorongoro Crater. They observed a pack of hyena cycle a baby of black rhino where he and the other drivers went off-road try to rescue the baby rhino and they success but also, they called the park ranger to come to help them. The rhino’s mother suddenly realized and stood up and chased the cars and the hyena. “It was incredible to see all this interaction unfold right there in front of our eyes.”
Hassan invites you to join him on safari in this amazing part of Ultimate Africa Adventures.” I would love to share my knowledge and some stories with you as well as learn something about you and your country and hear some of your interesting stories too.”