the people behind your trip
Driver-guides, mountain guides and planners, based in Arusha.
who you will travel with
Our driver-guides and mountain guides are experienced professionals dedicated to making your journey safe, educational and memorable. They know the wildlife, birdlife, plants and trails of northern Tanzania, and many speak several languages.
Whether you are planning a wildlife safari, a Kilimanjaro climb or a Mount Meru trek, our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.
meet the team
From the office in Arusha to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Director
Jalala is the director of AAA Express Adventure. He plans and organises our guests' itineraries from our office in Arusha, and many guests meet him on the day they arrive.
Senior mountain guide
John completed his studies as a mountain guide in 2000 and worked with several companies before joining AAA Express Adventure in January 2007. He has summited Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru countless times.
Today his main role is managing and supervising our mountain crews.
Senior mountain guide
Joseph completed his field studies in 1997 and has worked full time with AAA Express Adventure since 2006. He has organised and guided hundreds of expeditions to Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Ol Doinyo Lengai and other volcanic mountains in Tanzania, and has stood on the summit of Kilimanjaro more than 100 times.
He is also a professional safari guide, with 9 years of safari guiding experience.
Mountain guide
David is a professional mountain guide on Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, known for his professionalism, safety awareness and strong leadership on the mountain.
Driver guide
Emily was born and raised in the Moshi area of the Kilimanjaro region and belongs to the Pare tribe. He knows the wildlife, flora and fauna of the parks well, and speaks English, Italian and Spanish.
"Karibu Tanzania" is how Emily loves to welcome guests from all over the world.
Driver guide
Gabriel was born and raised in the Moshi area of the Kilimanjaro region. He is knowledgeable about wildlife, birdlife, flora and fauna, speaks English, and is known for making guests feel relaxed on safari.
"Hakuna Matata" is his favourite phrase.
Driver guide
Lutha was born and raised in the Singida region. He is knowledgeable about wildlife, birdlife, flora and fauna, and speaks English, Italian and Spanish.
"Polepole" is his guiding philosophy: a journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step.
Driver guide
Peter is one of our safari driver-guides. Guests often mention his knowledge, his friendliness and his skill on difficult roads.
why our guides
Our guides are chosen for their professionalism, safety record and local knowledge. On the mountain, a senior guide supervises every crew.
Years in the field mean they know where to look for wildlife, how the seasons change the parks and how to pace a climb.
Several of our guides speak Italian and Spanish as well as English.
start your own journey
Tell us your dates, interests and budget. Our team in Arusha will plan an itinerary around you and send you a quote.
Plan your trip
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