Tanzania
About African Quest Safaris
African Quest Safaris Ltd is a leading couture Destination Management Company based in Kenya and Tanzania with partner operations in neighbouring countries.
Their mission is to deliver seamless, value for money and memorable holiday experiences to every customer across the globe. Their vision is to transcend into offering more sustainable and ethical products in the tourism sphere. African Quest Safaris (AQS) believes that safaris are couture travel where one size does not fit all.
In 1994, Tasneem Adamji (CEO and Founder) started African Quest Safaris Ltd (AQS). A renaissance woman, who truly believes in the magic of Africa and passionately wants her clients to enrich themselves in this experience. She wants her travellers to see the true soul of Africa through a new dimension of handcrafted holidays. Taher Adamji joined the company as General Manger in 1995, to bring his expertise and hands-on management to AQS. He is an operations wizard, who along with his staff provide those legendary glitch free safaris.
Their style of working, professionalism and being ever present for their customer is the secret to AQS becoming the most sought out boutique travel company. The company’s 35 plus staff is young, dynamic and dedicated. The team is trained relentlessly with an accent on personal integrity and business ethics and a determination to deliver to every client’s needs.
African Quest Safaris recognizes that in conducting its business, it has a responsibility to the environment and the communities in which it operates. The very nature of their business implies that they must always ensure our activities have the least possible negative impact on the environment, now and in the long term. The Management therefore believes that the most effective way of implementing a sustainable tourism policy is to integrate the policy’s main points into all the company’s relevant mainstream business activities.
That is why African Quest Safaris is proud to be TRAVELIFE Certified with guides, consultants, accountants, administrators and the management having gone through the rigorous training to become Sustainability Managers.
Tourist destination highlights
• Conquer the highest mountain in Africa; you can choose from a day trek, summit or enjoy a scenic flight.
• Go on the ultimate African Safari to view abundant wildlife and landscapes including the Big Five.
• Get up close and personal with the African Bush by going for walking safaris with experienced bushmen or take in the sounds of an African night with a nocturnal safari.
• Take off in Hot Air Balloons or Helicopters and fly over the spectacular wilderness.
• Experience the Cultural life in remote and authentic tribal villages across the country.
• Get your adrenaline rush by Canopy tours or quad biking.
• Discover the secrets of the Deep Sea by Scuba Diving and Snorkelling in the Indian Ocean.
• Celebrate Life! Weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, at awesomely exotic locations.
• Submerge yourself in the paradise that is Zanzibar for an incredible beach experience.
• Meet the Arabic Dhow builders and enjoy a sunset cruise on board one.
• Pick up African crafts and curios, the coveted Tanzanite, all directly from the artisans in different locations.
African Quest Safaris
CONTACT INFO
Tasneem Adamji
AQS House | Off Mombasa Road
P.O. Box 44027 Nairobi 00100 Kenya
Tel: +254 41 2227052
www.africanquestsafaris.com
Products & Services
• FIT and Group Tours
• Family Groups
• Special Interest Tours
• Business Tourism and Incentives
• Conferences & Corporate travel
• Transport and Ground Logistics support
• Ground Handling
• Safaris with multi-lingual guides
• VIP Airport meet & Greet
• Booking of Private Air Charters
Selected Tours
• Refined Luxury Safari_10 days
• Tanzania Family Safari_9 days
• Tanzania Offbeat Safari_12 days
• Highlights of Northern Tanzania_8 days
• Kenya and Tanzania Safari_15 days
• Kilimanjaro Climb_7 days
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Tanzania
Destination Overview
Tanzania, is also known as Africa’s visual jewel. It is a country of natural brilliance, spectacular wildlife, and seductive white sandy beaches. The country is so wealthy that it would practically take years to document all the resources. Not only is the country proud to bear witness to the highest and largest free-standing mountain in the world but also to the rich and diverse wildlife concentrations, mineral and other resources available.
Apart from being the ideal bush and beach destination, visitors can witness the mighty herds of the Great Migration in the Serengeti. Tanzania and Zanzibar together offer a magnificent chance to visit the geological wonders, ancient towns & archaeological sites. While visiting the country, one has the chance to experience not only beautiful sandy pristine coastline with fringing coral reefs, but also the magic of historic Stone Town with its winding cobbled streets and Omani style architecture said to be the only functioning ancient town in East Africa.
Tanzania has a tropical climate but has regional variations due to topography. In the highlands, temperatures range between 10 and 20 °C (50 and 68 °F) during cold and hot seasons respectively. The rest of the country has temperatures rarely falling lower than 20 °C (68 °F). The hottest period extends between November and February (25–31 °C or 77.0–87.8 °F) while the coldest period occurs between May and August (15–20 °C or 59–68 °F).
Tanzania contains some 20 percent of the species of Africa’s large mammal population, found across its reserves, conservation areas, marine parks, and 17 national parks, spread over an area of more than 42,000 square kilometers (16,000 sq mi) and forming approximately 38 percent of the country’s territory. There are over 10 mountains and hills in Tanzania including the highest mountain in Africa; Mount Kilimanjaro (highest 5895 meters), Meru (4565 meters), Hanang (3417 meters) and Ol Donyo Lengai(2962 meters). Arusha is the Tanzanian hub of ‘safari activity’, covering the Northern Parks; most famous of which is the Serengeti National Park. The capital City of Tanzania is Dodoma with the commercial hub being Dar es Salaam.
The most common savannah regions includes the largest National Park in the Africa Serengeti, Mikumi, Tarangire and Ruaha National parks as well as the incredible Ngorongoro Crater. The Great Rift valley offers continues to offer an abundance of water and birdlife just like in Kenya. Common lake regions include Lakes Tanganyika, Natron, Manyara and the source of the Nile Lake Victoria.
The East African Coast touches the Indian Ocean, thus ensuring year-round warm waters and pristine beaches. Famous beach destinations in Tanzania include; Dar es Salaam, Kilwa, and the Islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, Mafia, Chumbe and Fanjove. The evocative mix of people and cultures in Tanzania creates a beautiful tapestry of memories for the visitor. Swahili and English are the languages most spoken. The people of Tanzania are known as some of the most hospitable and polite people on earth.
Wilderness Areas – From the North with its jewel, the Serengeti National Park to the South, and the raw savannah of Ruaha National Park, Criss crossing lakes and craters, every safari is different and will leave you wanting more.
Mountains and Highlands – From Meru to Kilimanjaro and the highlands of Iringa and Mbeya. Its an exhilarating journey that will test your limits and leave you feeling more alive than ever.
Archipelago of Zanzibar and the Indian Ocean – Beyond the UNESCO heritage Stone Town of Zanzibar, there are islands to explore some habited and some not, dhow sailing trips and yacht tours, snorkeling or stay in an underwater room.
Western Tanzania and Gombe Stream – Diving or live aboard on Lake Tanganyika, or Trek Chimps at Mahale, this is an area little frequented and remains the true wilderness of Tanzania.
Lake Victoria – A large portion of this incredible water body lies in Tanzania. Choose the serenity of Speke Bay or the vibrancy of Mwanza and beyond, work, relax or explore.