Carbon Offsetting: Investing in Forests for People & Climate
At African Environments, we believe in responsible tourism that gives back to the planet. That’s why we partner with Carbon Tanzania, a pioneering organization that helps offset carbon emissions while supporting local communities, wildlife, and climate action.
How It Works
Carbon Tanzania generates forest-based carbon credits, enabling Tanzania’s indigenous communities to earn revenue by protecting their natural resources. This initiative not only reduces global emissions but also preserves critical wildlife habitats and contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Impact So Far
✔ 688,000+ hectares of forest protected
✔ 1.5+ million trees preserved
✔ 113,883+ people directly benefited
✔ 16 threatened species safeguarded
For over a decade, Carbon Tanzania has been making a real impact, and we’re proud to support their mission. By choosing to offset your carbon footprint with us, you are directly investing in a nature-based solution that supports climate resilience, biodiversity, and indigenous communities.
🌍 Join us in making a difference. Learn more at www.carbontanzania.com.
Serengeti De-Snaring Project: Protecting Wildlife in Tanzania
Poaching remains a significant threat to wildlife across Africa, including in Tanzania. In response to this ongoing issue, we helped establish the Serengeti De-Snaring Programme in April 2017, in partnership with TANAPA (Tanzania National Parks), the Frankfurt Zoological Society, and other conservation organizations.
How It Works
This initiative is designed to patrol the Serengeti National Park to locate and remove snares set by poachers targeting wildlife, particularly wildebeest and zebra. These animals are often trapped for their meat and hides, which are then illegally smuggled out of the park. The patrol teams—comprised of TANAPA field rangers and former poachers—use their knowledge to efficiently locate poacher camps and dismantle traps.
Since its inception, the programme has grown significantly from just one patrol team in 2017 to three full-time teams today, with each team conducting an average of 60 patrol days per month.
Achievements
✔ 1,170+ animals rescued
✔ 74,000 snares removed
✔ Poached meat incinerated to prevent circulation
Every night our guests stay within Serengeti National Park, we contribute $1 per person towards this vital conservation effort. The funds go directly to supporting the de-snaring teams, ensuring that critical operations continue to safeguard Serengeti’s wildlife.
Your Impact
By choosing to stay in Serengeti National Park with African Environments, you’re directly supporting the Serengeti De-Snaring Project, working to preserve the park’s biodiversity and protect its iconic wildlife for future generations.
Learn more about how you can contribute to the Serengeti De-Snaring Project and help make a lasting impact in wildlife conservation.
Kope Lion: Protecting Lions & Supporting Communities in Ngorongoro
For over 2,000 years, the Maasai and other pastoralist communities in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area have shared their land with lions. However, habitat loss, climate change, and increasing human-wildlife conflict threaten both the traditional way of life and the survival of these iconic big cats.
🦁 Restoring Balance Between People & Lions
Kope Lion works to re-establish lion corridors between the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, helping to prevent further fragmentation of lion populations. Their community-driven approach supports coexistence strategies that protect both livestock and wildlife, ensuring a sustainable future for all.
📊 Science-Backed Conservation
Kope Lion builds upon 50+ years of lion research, making it one of the most studied lion populations in the world. Their work provides data-driven solutions to human-wildlife conflict while empowering local communities with conservation knowledge and resources.
🏕️ Our Commitment
At African Environments, our Mysigio Camp is located in an area where lions frequently roam between the Ngorongoro Crater and Ndutu Plains. We proudly support Kope Lion’s vital work and remain committed to responsible tourism that benefits both people and wildlife.
🌍 Join Us in Supporting Lion Conservation
Learn more about Kope Lion’s efforts and how you can help: kopelion.org
Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP): Ethical Climbing & Conservation
Supporting Fair Treatment & Sustainability on Africa’s Highest Peak
Since 2003, the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP) has been dedicated to improving the working conditions of Kilimanjaro’s porters and promoting socially responsible climbs.
At African Environments, we have proudly supported KPAP from the beginning, ensuring that our porters receive fair wages, ethical treatment, and access to essential resources. We work closely with KPAP to implement sustainable climbing practices that protect both people and the environment.
How KPAP Makes a Difference
✅ Fair Wages & Ethical Treatment – KPAP works with climbing companies to ensure porters are paid fairly, treated with respect, and provided with proper food, shelter, and medical care.
✅ Gear & Training – Porters can borrow high-quality climbing gear free of charge and attend educational classes to enhance their skills and career prospects.
✅ Annual Kilimanjaro Cleanup – Sadly, waste left behind by irresponsible climbing operators is an increasing issue, particularly at Crater Camp. We collaborate with KPAP on an annual cleanup initiative to protect this fragile environment.
✅ Firefighting & Conservation Efforts – In 2022, wildfires threatened large areas of Mount Kilimanjaro. Our guides, porters, and mountain teams joined efforts to combat the flames and prevent devastation. We continue to support KPAP’s work to preserve the mountain for future generations.
Join Us in Protecting Kilimanjaro & Its People
By choosing African Environments for your Kilimanjaro climb, you are supporting ethical tourism, fair porter treatment, and sustainable conservation efforts.
Learn more about KPAP’s mission: www.kiliporters.org