We are an experienced company that is owned and operated by a local Tanzanian. This is our home and we are anxious to show it to you. We take pride in our knowledge of Tanzania! Naenda Safaris acknowledges that people are individuals and understands that individuals have different preferences. In fact, that is what inspired the name. 

Naenda is a Swahili word meaning "I am Going". Regardless of an individual's ability, we believe that the beauty of Africa should be experienced by everyone and we strive to provide an opportunity for everyone to go on safari. Naenda can design luxury safaris to budget safaris; our pricing is based on costs not pre-determined set rates. At Naenda Safaris, we will do our best to provide you with a unique and tailor-made Safari or Trek that every individual can enjoy. You will be treated as an individual and friend. Our guides speak English and strive to provide you with an unforgettable experience. Naenda is a unique safari company in several ways. 

First, it is among the 5% of safari companies that is owned and operated by a Tanzanian. Jesse, the founder and owner designed the business from the knowledge he gained both through his formal training and his years of work as an independent driver. He has taken his life lessons and applied them to the policies of the company. For example, he pays his driver a wage; the majority of companies expect their drivers to live only on their tips. He hopes to build even more company loyalty by offering them a chance to become investors and part owners of the company. 

All of this means increased loyalty to the customer, their comfort, safety and satisfaction. Naenda also supports University field researchers, professional photographers, volunteers and companies involved in pre-business development activities. Naenda Safaris is the first true social business safari company in Tanzania. 

Naenda uses the Grameen Social Business model which was developed by Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize winner for his work with Micro-credit loans and the development of Social Businesses. This means that part of profits generated each year (5%-10%) are donated directly support a Tanzanian Non-Governmental Organization. 

No one associated with the company; even investors, receive no dividends, bonuses or incentives. Naenda's charity of choice provides community-based programs for children with intellectual disabilities and their caregiver and orphans. The company also focuses on providing market for their local product to help them gain employment and help lift them out of poverty.