| Dorobo
Safaris was originated in the early 1980s in Arusha, Tanzania. Since
its beginning, Dorobo has based its adventure travel on the philosophy
that our natural environments (and wilderness and wildlife) are intimately
and irrevocably linked to people - both locally and globally. Dorobo
has designed unique wilderness travel for individuals and groups.
Their background in the natural sciences along with their knowledge
of the peoples of East Africa provide stimulating educational experiences.
African cultures are serendipitously met while on camping and walking
safaris in wilderness areas of Tanzania. These special adventures
engage participants in issues of ecology, culture and development.
Three Peterson brothers, Mike, Dave and Thad with their wives, Lisa,Trude,
and Robin, along with a Tanzanian partner, Walter Maeda, own and operate
Dorobo. Dorobo is proud of all their wilderness-trained, English and Swahili speaking staff. The freshest camp fare of locallly available foodstuffs is far above average and is planned and organized by the Peterson women. |
We offer a wide range of safari options from National Parks with hotel trips to more rugged walking safaris. Our itineraries are designed for the expressed interests of individuals and groups, tailored to the level of physical activity desired. |
- Traditional
wildlife viewing in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Manyara and Tarangire
with time spent in adjacent wilderness areas of Maasailand (for first
time visitors).
- A visit
to a small ancient group of hunter gatherers, the Hadza, in the Yaida
Valley.
- Four or
five day treks in the Serengeti ecosystem.
- The ultimate
wilderness trek- 7 days along the Mzombe River in South Tanzania with
options for Ruaha and Udzungwa Mountains National Park.
- Day trip
with inflatable boats on the Pangani River ending at a private beach
camp on the Indian Ocean.
- Escapes into hidden nooks on the south Maasai steppe.
Dorobo's
focus on establishing partnerships and linkages with local communities
led naturally to the formation of Dorobo Fund for Tanzania, a non-profit
corporation which is committed to empowering communities to actively
and sustainably manage their natural resources including wildlife
and wilderness. A dedicated group of Tanzanians work with communities
on holistic natural resource management. Educational support to individuals,
particularly women, is also an important component. Many Dorobo travelers
choose to contribute to this Fund that can make a difference. |
Dorobo Tours and Safaris (T) Ltd. Box 2534, Arusha, Tanzania Fax: 255 57 8336 Telephone: 011 255 57 2300 (from U.S.) E-Mail: dorobo@habari.co.tz For Dorobo Fund: daudi@dorobo.co.tz or SBoren@Spencerstuart.com |