NAME: LADY TUSK SAFARIS
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 191, Moshi, Kilimanjaro – Tanzania
LOCATION: Moshi, Kilimanjaro
CONTACT: +255 716 777 461
EMAIL: info@ladytusksafaris.com
WEBSITE: www.ladytusksafaris.com
PROFILE: Lady Tusk Safaris is a women-led safari company based in Moshi, Tanzania, founded by Sophie Augustino, one of the country’s pioneering female safari guides. We design tailor-made safaris, Mount Kilimanjaro expeditions, and authentic cultural experiences that go beyond the ordinary—combining adventure, sustainability, and social impact.
What makes Lady Tusk Safaris truly exceptional is our commitment to:
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Women-Led Expertise: One of the few safari operators in Tanzania owned and managed by a professional female guide, offering a rare perspective and inclusive leadership.
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Authentic Connections: Every trip creates meaningful encounters with local women, artisans, and rural communities, ensuring guests experience Tanzania’s true heartbeat.
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Sustainable Impact: A portion of every journey supports conservation projects and community development, empowering women and protecting the environment.
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Personalized Journeys: Each itinerary is carefully curated to reflect the traveler’s unique interests—from classic wildlife safaris to cultural immersions and Kilimanjaro climbs.
Through these values, Lady Tusk Safaris provides transformative travel experiences where guests don’t just witness Tanzania’s wonders—they become part of a movement for empowerment and positive change.
Mission
To provide transformative travel experiences that celebrate Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and people, while empowering women and protecting the environment.
Vision
To be a leading force in women-led tourism in Africa, recognized globally for exceptional safaris, inclusive travel, and sustainable community partnerships.
Core Values
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Empowerment: Training and employing local women as guides and leaders.
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Sustainability: Promoting eco-friendly practices and supporting conservation efforts.
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Authenticity: Offering meaningful cultural exchanges and off-the-beaten-path adventures.
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Excellence: Delivering personalized, high-quality service from planning to safari.
Key Services
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Wildlife Safaris – Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ruaha, Mahale Mountains, and more.
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Mount Kilimanjaro Expeditions – Lemosho, Machame, Marangu, and Northern Circuit routes with experienced all-female guide teams.
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Cultural & Community Tours – Chagga heritage visits, village cooking classes, Ride for Roots cycling, and tree-planting tours.
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Custom Itineraries – Tailor-made safaris combining wildlife, mountains, Zanzibar beaches, and cultural immersion.
