A Family-Owned Safari Company Built on Integrity, Experience & Care
For nearly 40 years, African Environments has been designing authentic, responsible travel experiences in Tanzania. Still family-owned and family-run, we take pride in doing things differently – thoughtfully, ethically, and with genuine respect for the people and places we work with.
We are not a mass-market safari operator. Every journey we create is shaped by strong values, local expertise, and a belief that travel should have a positive impact.
Family-Owned & People First
African Environments was founded by a family – and that spirit remains at the heart of our company today. Many members of our team have been with us for decades, growing from trainees into senior guides, camp managers, and specialists.
We are deeply committed to:
- Fair wages and ethical employment
- Safe working conditions and high-quality equipment
- Training, development, and long-term career pathways
When you travel with us, you are directly supporting the people who bring Tanzania to life.
Responsible & Sustainable Tourism
We believe that protecting Tanzania’s wilderness is not optional — it is our responsibility. Across all our safaris, camps, and Kilimanjaro climbs, we prioritise low-impact, eco-friendly operations.
Our approach includes:
- Solar-powered, low-impact camps
- Water conservation and plastic-free systems
- Responsible waste management
- Conservation partnerships and Kilimanjaro clean-up initiatives
Sustainability is woven into everything we do – not added as an afterthought.
Authentic Experiences, Not Staged Tourism
True travel is about connection. We work closely with local communities to offer genuine cultural experiences that are respectful, ethical, and mutually beneficial.
From Maasai and Hadzabe encounters to walking safaris in remote wilderness areas, our experiences are designed to feel real, meaningful, and deeply personal — never rushed or staged. Here’s a few things we do:
- We offer and promote carbon offsetting through Carbon Tanzania, an internationally recognised, community-driven forest preservation project.
- All our Driver Guides, Leaders and Field Staff have been trained in the principals of Leave No Trace.
- We run 100% solar-powered camps and expeditions.
- African Environments has been certified by Responsible Tourism Tanzania, and is proud to partner with this organization, ensuring industry standards are continually improved.
- Our purchasing policies promote local businesses, tradespeople, producers and artists.We buy local wherever possible, to reduce transport carbon emissions.
- We recycle and re-use all and as many waste items wherever possible.
- We supply 100% safe drinking water by using a commercial grade, high-volume, Katadyn state of the art water filter, wherever possible, to limit the use of plastic.
- We undertake clean up expeditions of Kilimanjaro to ensure that not only our own trash, but that left by other less environmentally conscious companies is exited from the mountain environments.
Expertise, Safety & Professionalism
With decades of experience operating across Tanzania, our team brings unmatched local knowledge to every journey.
- Highly trained, experienced guides
- Wilderness First Response–certified teams
- Dedicated logistics, mechanics, and support staff
- Carefully planned itineraries with safety and comfort in mind
Whether you are climbing Kilimanjaro, exploring the Serengeti, or staying in one of our camps, you are in expert hands.
More Than a Safari Company
African Environments is more than a tour operator — we are a community of people who care deeply about nature, culture, and responsible travel.
Every safari, every climb, and every campfire moment reflects our commitment to:
- Integrity and transparency
- Conservation and community support
- Meaningful, unforgettable experiences
“Wes, I just wanted to tell you how pleased our group of “17” were with the safari you put together for us! I always love heading out to the bush, but what made it even more awesome for me was witnessing the excitement, joy, and sheer disbelief in the faces of those who have never experienced animals in their own natural habitat.
The camp staff couldn’t have been better and your cooks are outstanding!!! I’m sure we all put on a few pounds by the time we finished safari!”
– Gretta, United States