Locally owned and based in Arusha — safaris, Kilimanjaro and Meru treks, day trips, and Zanzibar holidays, planned around your dates, budget, and travel style.
We live, work, and travel in Tanzania. Here's what that means for you, in our own words.
We work to make sure you get full value for the price paid. Price is what you pay — value is what you get.
Tell us your trip requirements and we'll tailor an itinerary to match, so you get the trip you actually want.
Assistance and insight from the planning phase all the way through your stay in Tanzania.
Credit card, bank transfer, or cash — plus a fair cancellation policy for both sides.
100% locally owned, middle-men free, and a trusted, dependable company on the ground in Arusha.
We follow standards and codes of conduct that are considerate of our clients, staff, environment, and community.
A cross-section of our published packages — budget to fly-in luxury.
No call centre — a Tanzania-based team, from your first message through to your return flight home.
Share your dates, group size, budget, and the places you're interested in — no obligation.
Honest advice on what each safari style actually involves, then a plan built around your answers.
One point of contact throughout, and continued support before and during your time in Tanzania.
Not sure where to begin? Slide through the journeys travellers fall for most.
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Most Booked
Follow the herds through the Serengeti's endless plains and river crossings.
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Best Value
Real value, real wildlife — camping and budget lodges without cutting corners.
Luxury
Skip the long drives — fly between parks and stay in top lodges.
Honeymoon
Serengeti, the Crater, and Zanzibar's beaches — built for two.
Adventure
Six routes up Africa's highest peak, guided by our own crew.
From Arusha, in a single day — real published pricing for every trip below.
Every itinerary is built from these places — explore by region.
Great Migration · Big Cats
Crater Floor · Black Rhino
Elephant Herds · Baobabs
Tree-Climbing Lions
Roof of Africa, 5,895m
Tanzania's 2nd-highest peak
Active volcano, Rift Valley
Forest trails, wildlife & Maasai culture, 2,637m
Route choice depends on your fitness, time, and how you'd like to acclimatise. Our climbing crew includes a guide, cook, waiter, toilet porter, and supporting porters for every climber.
Real guides, drivers, and coordinators based in Arusha — the same team with you from your first message to your last day in Tanzania.
Beach stays, Stone Town, and marine experiences — on their own or added to any safari.
Zanzibar's liveliest north-coast strip — dhow builders, sunset bars, calm swimming
Wide turquoise lagoon with no tides to plan your day around
Quiet reef-front village, the gateway to Mnemba Atoll
A postcard cove on the east coast, barefoot and unhurried
Zanzibar's kite-surfing capital, wide open east-coast sands
Traditional fishing village with wide, walkable tidal flats
Real, recent reviews from Tripadvisor and SafariBookings.
"A truly amazing 3 days to kick off our Honeymoon with Makini. Adrian was brilliant, always keen to give you the experience you want from the safari."
"The communication was perfect from the time of booking to the end of the tour. We had a fantastic guide, Fadhili — it was a truly authentic experience."
"An absolutely wonderful and unforgettable safari experience! A special thanks to our driver, who was excellent, professional, and very knowledgeable."
"We had an absolutely amazing safari experience from start to finish! Our guide was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and always made sure we were comfortable."
"Our experience with Go Makini was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. Our guide, Rashed Kihiyo, was simply amazing — his knowledge of the wildlife and local culture was impressive."
"Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our safari driver, Elisha, was outstanding and truly made the experience unforgettable."
"We had a great 3 day safari with the Go Makini team. Go Makini made the experience special as we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, arranging special celebrations at the lodges."
"We had the best experience on our safari, getting to see all of the big five super close up! Would 100% recommend this experience to everyone considering it with Makini."
A practical packing list — clothing, gear, and the essentials worth bringing on safari.
Great timing makes the trip — here's when to go for wildlife, weather, and value.
Why around 40,000 people a year take on Africa's highest peak.
The parks, migration routes, and landscapes behind Tanzania's reputation.
Yellow Fever vaccination is compulsory, at least 10 days before arrival. Tetanus, Polio and Malaria prophylaxis are also recommended — confirm with your doctor.
A 10–30% deposit secures your slot. Pay the balance by cash (USD), card (+5% fee), or bank transfer at least 4 weeks ahead.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is around 60km from Arusha. Arusha Airport (ARK) handles domestic flights only.
Waterproof, windproof layers, a headlamp, and gear you can also hire locally when you arrive.
Guides: $10–15 per person, per day. Accommodation: around $10/day for a group of two, left at reception.
Per climber: 1 guide, 1 cook, 1 waiter, 1 toilet porter, and 4 supporting porters.
Share your dates, group size, budget range, and the places you're interested in. We'll help shape the right Tanzania itinerary for you — free, and with no obligation.
