About Zara

Zara Tours

Zara Tours is a Tanzania-based tour operator that specializes in providing safari experiences and other adventure travel services. The company was founded in 1987 by Zainab Ansell, a Tanzanian woman who wanted to promote tourism in her home country and create employment opportunities for local people. Zara Tanzania Adventures offers a variety of safari and adventure experiences that allow visitors to explore the natural beauty and cultural richness of Tanzania. Here are some of the experiences that Zara Tanzania Adventures offers:

Wildlife Safaris

Wildlife Safaris: Zara Tanzania Adventures offers wildlife safaris in Tanzania’s national parks, such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. Visitors have the opportunity to see the “Big Five” (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino), as well as other wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos.

Mountain Climbing

Mountain Climbing: Zara Tanzania Adventures is one of the leading companies that offers guided hikes up Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. The company also offers hikes up Mount Meru and the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.

Cultural Tours

Cultural Tours: Zara Tanzania Adventures offers cultural tours that allow visitors to experience the local customs and traditions of Tanzania’s various ethnic groups, such as the Maasai, Hadzabe, and Chaga people. These tours may include visits to traditional villages, markets, and cultural centers.

Beach Holidays

Beach Holidays: Zara Tanzania Adventures offers beach holidays in Zanzibar and other coastal areas of Tanzania. Visitors can relax on the white sand beaches, swim in the clear turquoise waters, and explore the local marine life through snorkeling or scuba diving.

Sustainable Tourism: Zara Tanzania Adventures is committed to sustainable tourism practices that benefit the local communities and environment. The company uses locally owned and operated lodges and camps employs local guides and porters, and supports conservation initiatives in the areas where it operates.

Overall, Zara Tanzania Adventures offers a range of experiences that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the natural and cultural wonders of Tanzania, while also supporting sustainable tourism practices that benefit the local communities and environment.

Mission

“Our mission is to provide quality sustainable tour services and support the global movement of sustainable tourism by ensuring local community development and environmental sustainability. We aim to minimize the negative impacts of climatic change and be an active contributor to our local community’s economic development and environmental conservation and sustainability”

Vision

“Our Vision is to become Africa’s best tour operator, by providing exceptional, unforgettable, safe, and high-quality tour services.”

Hotel Accommodation and Holiday Villas and Rental Services

We also arrange bookings in quality 3-4-5 star hotels and boutique hotels, holiday resorts, Spa & Thermal hotels, in all Regions and Destinations of Tanzania and East Africa. Further to that we always tailor makes the programs depending on the client’s needs, interests and budget.

Zara Team

Airport

Airport arrival can be a tough job, especially when you knock on new places airport doors. We’ve got it organized for you. Both the Pickup team and our Airport team will be there to make sure you are well received and collected to your place of stay.

Reception

Our professional team at the front door, smart, friendly, and welcoming with good customer care service who are eager to assist you with any inquiry. They’ll be at your service during your stay, for any need you may start with them.

Travel Consultant

Tailoring your holiday adventure needs highly knowledgeable people and we have them. Our travel consultancy has years of experience in the field of tourism and adventure. They have wide knowledge of the destinations and what is needed to make your vacation unforgettable.

Guides

With more than 200 safari guides and climbing specialists, with good command of English, French, German, and Spanish, most talented with evacuation and rescue skills, they are the most respected professionals in our company with years of experience and successful trips to destinations. Our guides are ready to take you on either safari expeditions or mountain adventures to make your holiday vacation remarkable.

Zara Properties
Zara Standard Properties

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Springlands Hotel Moshi

Zara’s Springlands Hotel will be your home base for Kilimanjaro treks and Tanzanian safaris. It is located 3 km from the center of Moshi at 800 m/2,600 ft. The rooms have twin beds, mosquito netting, and bathrooms with hot showers. All linens are included. The hotel grounds are fenced for security, so you can enjoy the evenings outdoors. There is dining indoors and in the outdoor tropical garden. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served with local and international dishes. Breakfast is included with the room. The bar serves beer and mixed drinks.

Springlands offers the following amenities:

Sauna
Massage
Swimming pool
TV room
Fitness room
Gift shop
Internet access
Telephone services
Garden bar

Dining area
Locked storage facilities (while on trek or safari)
Laundry services
Bicycle rental (to town and back)
Pedicure and manicure
Rental equipment
Safe deposit box ($1/day)

Cash and Visa/ Master Card are accepted at the Springlands Hotel. Except during low season (May 1-June 15 and November), all rooms are double and triple occupancy unless you pay for a single room. For children under 12 years we charge 70% of the adult price. If the child is sharing the room with parents, we charge 50% of adult price.

There are also a variety of day excursion you can do in the Moshi, Arusha and Kilimanjaro area. So it might be worth to stay a couple of extra days at the Springlands Hotel. For more information and photos please visit the website of our Springlands Hotel

Highview Hotel Karatu

The Highview Hotel is located 140 km North-West of Arusha outside the town of Karatu, set between the Southern Highlands Forest Reserve of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the surrounding coffee farms. This location is the ideal base for excursion trips to the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Lake Eyasi Area. Longer trips include Tarangire, Serengeti National Park and the Lake Natron area.

The Highview Hotel is at high elevation above the town of Karatu and its surroundings. From the balustrade in front of the rooms, visitors can enjoy a spectacular view over the surrounding hills and the local agricultural countryside. The hotel, which opened in 2006, is modern, comfortable and offers all kinds of contemporary amenities.

Highview offers the following amenities:

Comfortable, well-furnished en-suite rooms, each with
view of the underlying agricultural country and the surrounding hills
Large indoor restaurant & outdoor garden restaurant
Local and continental cuisine
Lounge with bar, fire place and entertainment
Organic vegetables & fruits grown in our garden

Large garden with well-shaded garden chairs
Gift shop
Massages
Laundry service
Bicycle rental (Bicycle safari)
Swimming pool\
Internet access

Cash and travellers cheques are accepted at the Highview Hotel, but NO credit cards. There is a $1 fee per traveller cheque.

There are also a variety of day excursion and hikes you can do in the Karatu and Southern Ngorongoro Conservation area. Many clients add a few extra days at the Highview Hotel. For more information and photos please visit the website of our Highview Hotel

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SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION: SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

As strong advocate of sustainable tourism development in Tanzania. We engage in responsible travel and sustainable tourism initiatives including community outreach projects as well as environmental conservation projects in collaboration with Zara Charity to promote sustainability practices by maximizing positive impacts and minimizing negative impacts of tourism in targeted destination.

Thus, by booking your once-in-lifetime trip with Zara Tanzania Adventure you not only get the best possible adventure experience but also be part of greater cause to promote sustainable tourism that contribute to local community economic development and environmental conservation. Furthermore we aspire to influence our partners to get involved in responsible tourism practices and thus promote sustainable tourism.

OUR VISION

Our Vision is to become African’s best tour operator, by providing exceptional, unforgettable, safe, sustainable and high quality tour services.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to provide quality sustainable tour services and support the global movement of sustainable tourism by ensuring local community development and environmental sustainability. We aim at minimizing negative impacts of climatic change and being an active contributor to our local community economic development as well as environmental conservation and sustainability.

OUR SUSTAINABLE POLICY

In an effort to practice and promote sustainable tourism, the company has formulated a Sustainability policy that is going to guide all our operations.

The policy has been divided into 11 themes that cover the company’s operations and

relationships with clients and partners. Each theme presents principles and practical

actions accordingly. You can see and Download our full Sustainability Policy by Clicking here

For questions and remarks related to our sustainability please contact : zainab@zaratours.com

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2020- CONSUMER CHOICE AWARD 13TH December 2020

2020- Best Tour Operator (Overall Winner)

2020- Best Tour Operator (Mountain Climbing)

2020- Best Seasonal/ Special Camp

2020- 2nd TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2020 Best Tour Operator (Overall)

2020- 2nd TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2020 Best Tour Operator (Northern Park)

2020- 2nd TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2020 Best Tour Operator (Mountain Climbing)

2020- 2nd TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2020 Best Tour Operator (Walking Safari)

2020- Best Seasonal Camp SERENGETI WILD CAMP

2020- 2st TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2020 2ND Prize

2020- TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS Certificate of Appreciation

2019- 1st TANAPA TOURISM AWARDS 2019 1st Prize

2017/2018- Awarded the best tour operator in Tanzania (overall Winner)

2017/2018- Awarded the best tour operator ( Mountain Climbing) including Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru

2017/2018- Awarded the best seasonal/special camp in the Serengeti national park

2016 – Zara’s Ikoma Wildcamp awarded Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor

2015 – Traveler’s Eye Presents Sustainable Business Award honoring Zara Tanzania Adventures on its outstanding contribution in Conservation, Community Development, and Capacity Building Achievement – Tourism for future Africa Awards – 2015.

2015 – Zara’s Ngorongoro Wildcamp awarded Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor.

2015 – Zara Tours Awarded a certificate of Appreciation by Africa Travel Association ( ATA) for outstanding contribution in Promotion of Travel to Africa.

2014- Tanzania National Parks presented the Best Tour Company Annual Awards, to Zara Tanzania Adventures & Zara Tours in Recognition for its outstanding business contribution (GameSafaris) for the Fiscal year 2013 –

2014/2015 – Zara’s Ikoma Wildcamp awarded Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor.

2013/2014 – Zara’s Highview Hotel awarded Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor

2013 – Zara Tours winner of Canadian Certificate of Excellence in Commerce.

2012 – Zara’s owner, Zainab Ansell, received Business Entrepreneur of the Year Award for running a successful Tour Operating Company.

2012 – Zara presented with Humanitarian Award in London at the World Travel Market (WTM).

2012 – Zara Charity received the Ngorongoro Marathon Award for organizing a successful race to fight Malaria.

2011 – Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB) presents Zara with Sustainable Tourism Award.

ZARA TOURS AWARDED A CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION BY AFRICA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (ATA) FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION IN PROMOTION OF TRAVEL TO AFRICA.

January 27, 2015, in Los Angeles, California Michael Madison, The President of Africa Travel Association (‪ATA) Presented a certificate of Appreciation to Zara Tours for its outstanding Contribution to the advancement and Promotion of Travel to ‪Africa, and collected by Mr. Rashid Adam, the Director of marketing for Zara Tours.