Safari Guide

Oswald (Ozzy) Shayo

It was at a young age that Ozzy decided he wanted to get involved in guiding visitors to see and know this great northern circuit of The Rift Valley. Completing his studies at the major college in Arusha: The Institute of International Languages and Tourism in 2007, Ozzy went on to work freelance for a variety of companies delivering excellent services before, in 2015, electing to work exclusively with The Lion King Team. His passion for and knowledge of all aspects of the wildlife, landscape, and culture, of the region become immediately apparent when guided by Ozzy. He takes great pleasure in the opportunity to interact with peoples of diverse cultures and countries. It is his concern to first understand what it is that the clients are interested in, so that he can deliver for them the best experience possible. On a trip with Ozzy there are smiles, lots of knowledge, and a striving to create the best venture possible. Have a look over on trip advisor or safari booking to get an idea of what Ozzy’s clients feel about their time with him.

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Goodluck Lucas

Hello, I am Goodluck. My Grandfather lived in the wild landscape of Maasai Land about 50 km south of Arusha. He was fortunate to gain the opportunity to go to school. Going on to become a doctor, his son my father was raised and educated in Arusha. My father went on to become an hotelier working in the Serengeti at the Seronera Wildlife Lodge, and so my links and experience of The Serengeti and its’ teeming life began at a very early age. With my Mother a Chaga from Kilimanjaro and my Father a Maasai of the Serengeti, I have both tourism gems in my blood! I studied to be a guide at the Arusha Wildlife Institute and have been operating for 16 years now. I specialise in National Park Game drives providing a wealth of information about the wildlife, birdlife, ecology and geography. Illuminating the world of The Rift Valley through english, it is my great pleasure to welcome people from different countries and cultures to our beautiful home here in Northern Tanzania. I feel very lucky to get to meet such a diversity of peoples as it brings an expansion of knowledge and understanding to my life. Karibu!

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Salehe Kimosa

Having completed his studies at the Nairobi Institute on Tour Guiding in 2006 with distinction, Salahe has, over the last decade, gone on to offer an excellent service, partnering with numerous high quality Safari Companies. With a passion for both the wildlife and geography of this wonderful region of The Rift Valley, Salahe takes great pleasure in meeting and interacting with people from different cultures and countries, and is driven to providing a superior service with his reward in seeing guests going away satisfied. Having an abiding love for all of the regions parks and countryside, Salahe would put his time on the Serengeti as his favourite. His daughter, Nouraty, has, at only six, already been on safari to this magical landscape. As well as providing information of the wildlife and ecology Salahe feels it is especially important to share his knowledge of the people and culture of the region. Salahe will be delighted to welcome you and facilitate your exploration of the wonders of this magical earthly region.

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Gilbert F Mlanga

Gilbert, hailing from the Kilimanjaro region and the Chaga tribe who there inhabit is one of our favourite young guides here at Lion King Adventures. The youngest of three children born to Fanuel and Julia, Gilbert first took his diploma in Dar Es Salam studying at The National Institute from 2011 to 2014. Following this with a further diploma achieved at The Mount Meru Tour Guiding Institute in 2015, Gilbert has been guiding and in demand since that time. Drawn to the vocation through his deep love of and passion for the natural world, Gilbert enjoys very much working with people from across the world, revealing to them the wonders of East Africa and finding out about different cultures and customs. Enjoying reading and movies, Gilbert is also a keen football player, playing as a striker and getting great satisfaction from putting the ball in the back of the net. Gilbert would have a preference for The Serengeti, and enjoys bringing his guests to visit Panthera Leo there, King of the Savannah, Simba, The Lion. For Gilbert his care is to provide for his clients an excellent service with lots of knowledge shared about the ecology, geography, flora, and fauna of The East African Wilds.The satisfaction Gilbert feels when scoring a goal is matched, even surpassed, by the satisfaction he feels seeing clients go away happy and excited by their experience. Gilbert wishes you welcome, Karibu, to Tanzania.

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Mwita J Meng’anyi

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Richard Moshi

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Khalifa Shabani

Coming from the land of Kilimanjaro, Khalifa has been guiding now in the region of ten years. Having finished his studies at Avoset College here in Arusha in 2007, Khalifa worked guiding through english for some years before switching to working exclusively in Francophone. While Khalifa is knowledgable and articulate on all aspects of an experience of the Northern Circuit of The Rift Valley, he has an especial love of introducing clients to the Ngorongoro crater, telling them of the areas formation and development across time, also elucidating the history of the peoples who have lived in its environs, both the Hasabi and the Maasai. Khalifa enjoys working with clients of all groups. He finds it great with families that the interest and fascination of the children can spur the excitement and engagement of the adults, leading to a greater sharing of information and knowledge. Similarly with couples. With Khalifa, clients can expect to receive a wealth of information about the people, country, customs and culture as well as the geography, history, ecology, and wildlife. Avec Khalifa puis un jour, ce rêve devient une nécessité, presque une urgence.

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Abu Shabani

Abu Shabani, a rangy young man with twenty six trips around the Sun under his belt delivers a guiding experience of excellence. Informative, bright, and knowledgable, Abu’s passion for the natural world and the ecology of Tanzania gives his guests a holistic and well informed experience.

Completing his studies in 2014 at the esteemed Mweka Wildlife College, Abu has been in demand from the start. Of Arusha, though raised in the region of Kilimanjaro, Abu traces the birth of his passionate engagement with the natural world to a trip he took with his Aunty at the tender age of seven, in 2001. Travelling through the mantra region, the bus stopped for a refreshment break. As young Abu stood by the bus a group of giraffe came walking stately and regal out of the bush. The magnificent animals came to within a hundred metres of little Abu and in that moment he was hooked on the glory that the earths wondrous fauna presented to the senses. Breathtaking, the great size of these creatures and the sense of gentle majesty that they exuded. There was from then only on path for Abu to pursue in his life’s journey. He simply could not take his eyes of the majestic creatures until they melted once more into the bush.

Following in his fathers footsteps Abu undertook training as soon as possible and began his career working as the resident guide at Ndarakwai Camp having the fortune to work with the renowned filmmaker Peter Jones.

This apprenticeship undertaking walking safaris gave Abu the perfect start to building his knowledge and experience.
Undertaking further training with &Beyond Luxury Tours, one of the most sought trading experiences on the continent, Abu moved on to Savannah tours. Abu works with guests in english and has a great interest in the smaller animals as well as insects with a deep knowledge of the bird and animal life of The Rift Valley. The Serengeti is Abu’s favourite destination and he gets great pleasure in communication and interaction with guests from across the globe.

Abu says he knows his job is done when at the end of an experience his guests are smiling widely and, the energy doesn’t lie, he can intuit that the guests are in a sublime state of adventurous enjoyment. He endeavours always make his guests comfortable and to make sure they are kept informed at all times. Communication is the clarion call of Abu’s professional work.

Abu’s hobbies are reading tomes on the natural world and the practice of wildlife photography. Abu loves music and exercises habitually. For Abu the most important trait in human interaction is empathy, with the expression of being in humility.
Abu is ready to take you on a wonderful adventure and enjoy every step of the way. Karibu to an experience with Abu!

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David Sam

David, born in the village of Uchira in the Kilimanjaro region to Mdee and Grace has three brothers and has been working as a guide for 7 years. Having studied Tour Guiding and International Languages at the prestigious Sila College in 2008, David has been working with Spanish and English speaking clients and providing a service much appreciated by all. David was drawn to Tour Guiding through his love of nature, wildlife and adventure. He very much enjoys meeting clients from different cultures and countries and his aim is always to make sure they are happy and to provide them with the best quality service possible. Working in all of the Northern Circuit Parks as well as The Mountain, David would, if pressed, say that The Serengeti National Park is his favourite. Due to the number of cats present and also the fact that this feline wildlife is of great interest to many clients. Happily married to Saby, and with two daughters, Grace and Glory, David lives in Arusha. He loves his work and enjoys very much the opportunity to meet and interact with people from around the world. The liveliness of the Spanish, the outgoing friendliness of Americans and Canadians, and all the different people from Europe and Asia that he has the pleasure to meet. Nicknamed Kisport through his fanatic love of playing football and running, David through his passion for adventure, the outdoors, life, people, fun and laughter will be happy to make your trip something unforgettable.

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Immanuel Chamboa

Immanuel is nicknamed ‘Dangote’ due to his passion for music and dance. Dangote is one of the most well known and loved musicians in Tanzania. He was born in the Kilimanjaro region, home of the highest mountain in Africa.

Immanuel has a deep passion for flora, fauna, world travel and tourism. In 2015, he was awarded a diploma in tourism in Arusha by the Professional Tour Guide School (PROTS). His studies there included wildlife, guiding and first aid. He also developed his communication skills, sense of humour and enjoyed learning about the different cultures of all the Lion King.

After having completed his education he was recruited by Lion King Adventures. This was the first step to living his dream.
Immanuel enjoys accompanying travellers on their trips to Tanzania, pays great attention to detail and is always excited about carrying out his duties. With experience, excellent knowledge, a wide variety of skills and a great sense of humour, Immanuel has received positive feedback from many of his guests. Knowing his guests have enjoyed a wonderful safari makes him very happy and proud.
During his free time, Immanuel likes exploring culture and wildlife destinations. He also likes singing and listening to music. Dancing is part of this adventure.

He looks forward to becoming one of the top guides in the country and possibly Africa! He is dedicated to learning new things, exploring new possibilities, introducing new ideas to the company and working hard.
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Enock Noah

He is a young and enthusiastic man. 24 trips around the sun, he was born and grew up in the Arusha region of northern Tanzania. As Arusha is the third-largest city found in northern Tanzania and a tourism hub, he grew up on a street where his brotherhood works as safari guides. Brotherhood’s strong influence caused him to pay attention and learn the stories of wild animals, and through books and story-telling, he discovered the male lion, who is now his favorite African wild animal! For him, the wild life is just the only way to become a better person. Later on, he attended a wildlife course after his high school studies.
Enock is a very talented and knowledgeable young man who has a true passion for the African bush, and he is ready to share his extremely intensive ideas and experience of wildlife with you.

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Leonard Albert

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Shafino Dominick

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Fred Elias

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Yusuf Omar