Our Story
A local safari team built around quality, clarity, and trust
Kleva Tours was created in Arusha to deliver better-planned Tanzania safaris that feel personal, efficient, and grounded in real local knowledge.
Who We Are
Built by people who know the route, not just the brochure
We design Tanzania trips for couples, families, photographers, and small groups, with practical pacing and transparent decisions at every step.
Our planning starts with your priorities, then maps seasonality, drive times, and accommodation standards to create a route that actually works.
On safari, your experience depends on guide quality and daily execution. We stay focused on those fundamentals to deliver reliable outcomes, not just good marketing language.
Snapshot
Values
How we work
Operational Reliability
Clear logistics, experienced guides, and practical route planning from day one.
Personal Service
We shape each itinerary around your pace, interests, and comfort level.
Responsible Travel
We work with partners that protect wildlife, habitats, and local communities.
Local Expertise
Our team plans from on-ground context, not generic templates.
Timeline
Milestones
2008
Kleva Tours founded in Arusha.
2014
Expanded into full custom itinerary planning.
2020
Scaled small-group and private routes with stronger partner standards.
2026
Serving global travelers with a local-first operations model.
Team
People behind your safari
James Kimaro
Founder & Lead Guide
15+ years guiding Tanzania's northern circuit with a strong focus on wildlife behavior.
Sarah Mwamba
Operations Director
Leads pre-trip planning, lodge coordination, and day-by-day execution quality.
David Ngwandu
Senior Guide
Known for photography-smart positioning and calm, guest-first field support.
Maria Olotu
Guest Experience
Handles traveler communication and smooths every detail from inquiry to departure.