~ Since 1982 ~
42
YEARS
In Industry
Tailor Made Safaris
90% Word Of Mouth
Welcome to Dorobo Safaris
Dorobo is dedicated to providing authentic, immersive experiences that foster meaningful connections between our clients and the local communities who have long been stewards of the land. Our goal is to establish enduring partnerships built on fairness and transparency, enabling genuine and uncontrived interactions. This approach has nurtured a unique integration of traditional knowledge and scientific insight, deepening our understanding of wildlife and the natural world. As part of our commitment to socially responsible travel, Dorobo maintains a minimal environmental footprint wherever our mobile camps are established.
At Dorobo Safaris, your journey is crafted exclusively for you. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or visiting Tanzania for the first time, we design personalized itineraries that match your interests, energy levels, and travel aspirations. Our safaris aren’t one-size-fits-all—they’re a seamless blend of exploration, comfort, and discovery, customized to the season and the rhythm of the wild.
Explore Tanzania’s renowned national parks for iconic wildlife encounters, then venture into adjacent, untouched wilderness areas for something truly magical. Immerse yourself in the landscapes, cultures, and wildlife of Tanzania in a way that leaves you profoundly changed.
What Makes Dorobo Unique?
At Dorobo Safaris, we craft personalized, sustainable adventures to suit all interests and budgets, with a strong focus on learning, discovery, and environmental respect. Our clients are our top priority, and every safari is tailored to individual needs.
Our signature Walking Safaris offer an intimate way to explore the wilderness, offering a great complement to our traditional game drives. We offer guided walks through community wilderness areas as well as the Serengeti, Tarangire, Ruaha, and Katavi National Parks.
Incredible Wildlife Encounters
Connect with the heart of this extraordinary wilderness. Journey through Tanzania’s iconic parks as well as Dorobo’s remote wilderness areas to intimately experience the raw beauty of Tanzania’s wildlife.
Guided Journeys with Passionate Experts
Our guides are more than drivers; they are ecological and cultural experts who are passionate about Tanzania. From seasoned safari guides to local Maasai hosts, our team ensures your adventure is insightful and safe.
Impactful Cultural Connections
Experience Tanzania alongside those who manage and depend on its precious natural resources. Search for breakfast with Hadzabe hunter-gatherers or join the Maasai to milk their herd of cattle before sundown. Embed yourself in the authentic rhythms of Tanzanian life.
Actively Engaged Experiences
Venture out of your safari vehicle for an adventurous connection with your surroundings. Track elusive wildlife through the savannah on foot, paddle a kayak past towering elephants quenching their thirst, or even explore remote landscapes from the freedom of a mountain bike.
Embark on Unconventional Paths
From the baobab-dotted plains of Tarangire to the remote Yaeda Valley, we take you to places few have the privilege to explore. Savor the tranquility and thrilling discoveries that come when exploring off-the-beaten paths and far from tourist crowds.
Dorobo Safaris Legacy
For over 40 years, Dorobo Safaris has been the trusted guide to Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness, offering bespoke, ethical, and impactful safari experiences.
Founded by the Peterson brothers, whose passion for Tanzania’s people, landscapes, and wildlife runs deep, our family-operated safari company has grown. It now includes the next generation of our Tanzanian family and our entire dedicated team, all of whom share a genuine love for this extraordinary land and contribute to our decades of expertise.
Additionally, the Dorobo Fund, which is voluntarily administered by a board of trustees, is working to secure land rights, improve livelihoods, educate new leaders, and create healthier and more sustainable communities in Tanzania.






This seamless transition unveils nature’s awe-inspiring contrasts – the raw power of the Savannah’s untamed beauty juxtaposed with the soothing serenity of the Indian Ocean.
Encounter the Best: Explore Tanzania’s Renowned Parks & Marvel at its Diverse Fauna from Elephants to the insects on the ground
Venture into uncharted territories, embracing unique routes that intertwine adventure and discovery in ways both unexpected and exhilarating!
Our guides are more than drivers; they’re enthusiastic nature enthusiasts who adore every aspect of Tanzania. Steering clear of crowded spots, they navigate you through every park corner, ensuring a genuine, holistic encounter that goes beyond just observing.
Forge genuine and unscripted connections with both the breathtaking landscapes and the local communities as you embark on a safari adventure with us!
As well as watching wildlife from your safari car, we believe in mixing it up with more active activities like walking, canoeing, cycling that allow one a more intimate experience with nature.
Incredible Wildlife Encounters
Encounter the Best: Explore Tanzania’s Renowned Parks & Marvel at its Diverse Fauna from Elephants to the insects on the ground
Tanzania as your Classroom
Earn university credit through hands-on learning experiences with general and high-level courses in biology, ecology, conservation, cultural studies, and more!
Encounter the Best
Journey through Tanzania’s iconic parks and experience the full spectrum of wildlife—from towering elephants to the intricate world of insects beneath your feet.
Actively Engaged Experiences
In addition to observing wildlife from your safari vehicle, we believe in adding variety with more active adventures such as walking, canoeing, and cycling. Allowing for a more intimate experience with nature.
Bush to Beach - Unveiling Natures Contrast
This seamless transition unveils nature’s awe-inspiring contrasts – the raw power of the Savannah’s untamed beauty juxtaposed with the soothing serenity of the Indian Ocean.
Embark on Unconventional Paths
Explore off-the-beaten paths, where unexpected adventures and thrilling discoveries come together in unforgettable ways.
Guided Journeys with Passionate Enthusiasts
Our guides are more than drivers; they’re enthusiastic nature lovers who adore every aspect of Tanzania. Steering clear of crowded spots, they take you deep into the parks for a truly immersive experience that goes beyond just observing.
Dorobo Safaris Legacy of Cultural Engagement and Conservation Initiatives
Dorobo Safaris was started in the early-1980′s, when ecotourism in Tanzania was in its genesis. Then, as now, Dorobo focused on developing unique and personal experiences ‘off the beaten track’ involving local cultures, ecosystems, and wilderness areas.
From the beginning, it was evident that the growing pressures from expanding human populations and economic activities—such as agriculture and charcoal production—threatened both sustainable livelihoods and the conservation of northern Tanzania’s remarkable biodiversity and wildlife. By 1991, Dorobo Safaris had worked to initiate the first joint venture agreements with local Maasai villages providing payment in exchange for access to village lands for tourism.
Additionally, the Dorobo Fund, which is voluntarily administered by a board of trustees, is working to secure land rights, improve livelihoods, educate new leaders, and create healthier and more sustainable communities in Tanzania.
University Groups Including:
Award
2021 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor.
2020 Responsible Tourism Award from the Responsible Tourism Awards Africa.
2019 Gold Award for Community Benefit from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Tourism for Tomorrow Awards.
Dorobo's Unique Elements
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Adventures and Walking Journeys with Dorobo
At Dorobo our clients are our number one priority and we ensure that all our safaris are tailored to the needs of an individual by customizing each safari to suit our clients needs. We also offer Walking Safaris a unique experience that allow you to connect with nature on a deeper level. Walking in the bush provides a great complement to the amazingly close encounters one has on traditional vehicle game viewing drives. In addition to walking in community wilderness areas, we offer great walks in the Serengeti, Tarangire, Ruaha and Katavi National Parks in Tanzania, East Africa.
Our Team of Experts
“Safari guides are the custodians of dreams, opening doors to landscapes and encounters that linger in the soul forever.”
Neema Saruni
Killerai Munka
Kisana Mollel
Humphrey Lema
Gabriel Msari
Prisca Sumari
Simon Kipuyu
Khamisi Fataki
The Dorobo Fund is voluntarily administered by a board of trustees
The Dorobo Fund for Tanzania supports rural communities by promoting land rights, environmental conservation, and education. It helps protect indigenous cultures and ecosystems while empowering locals. The page also explains how to contribute to these efforts.