Our Story
About
Mashuba Tours
Born at the foot of Kilimanjaro. Built on trust, expertise and a genuine love for Tanzania's extraordinary landscapes and people.
Born at the Foot of Kilimanjaro
Mashuba Tours was founded in 2015 by France Tarimo - a Moshi born guide who had spent years leading expeditions for international operators and decided it was time to build something of his own. Something that put the guest experience, the mountain crew, and Tanzania's communities at the centre.
What began as a one-man trekking operation has grown into Tanzania's most trusted boutique adventure company - with a hand-picked team of expert guides, a dedicated safari division, and a global reputation built entirely on five-star reviews and word of mouth.
We've never compromised on the things that matter: safety, honesty, and genuine Tanzanian warmth. Our guides are locally born and internationally trained. Our prices are transparent and all-inclusive. And our commitment to responsible tourism means the communities and ecosystems we work in are always better off for our presence.
Our Core Values
Every decision we make - from route selection to porter wages - is guided by these six principles.
Safety First
Every expedition is planned with safety at its core. Our guides carry oxygen, pulse oximeters, and first aid kits. We never compromise on your wellbeing.
Responsible Tourism
We actively support the communities we work in - from fair porter wages to conservation partnerships with Kilimanjaro National Park.
Genuine Hospitality
Tanzanian warmth is not a marketing line - it's who we are. Our team treats every guest like family, from airport arrival to summit celebration.
Expert Local Guides
Every guide is KINAPA-licensed, locally born, and deeply knowledgeable about Tanzania's mountains, wildlife and culture. No outsourcing, ever.
Tailored Experiences
No two travelers are the same. We build custom itineraries that match your fitness level, budget, timeframe and personal interests.
Transparent Pricing
We believe in honest, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees. What you see is exactly what you pay - nothing added at the last minute.
The Mashuba Story
Sixteen years of growth, guided by passion for Tanzania and respect for every traveler.
France Tarimo begins guiding independent trekkers to Kilimanjaro's summit after years working with other operators.
Expanded into Tanzania's northern circuit - Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara safaris.
Launched Tanzania's first certified porter welfare program ensuring fair pay, equipment and medical support for all crew.
Maintained our full team through COVID-19 with zero redundancies - loyalty our crew has repaid tenfold.
Recognized as one of Tanzania's top-rated tour operators with 10+ five-star reviews.
Reached the milestone of 500 guests - from solo adventurers to corporate groups, across 60+ countries.
The People Behind Your Adventure
Every member of our team is hand-picked, locally trained and deeply passionate about Tanzania.
France Tarimo
Born in Moshi at the foot of Kilimanjaro, Franco has guided over 500 climbers to Uhuru Peak over 15 years. KINAPA certified, wilderness first responder.
Heard From Our Guests
"Franco is simply the best guide on Kilimanjaro. His knowledge, patience and genuine care for every climber on his team is extraordinary. We summited at sunrise - I will never forget it."
"Mashuba Tours arranged a flawless 7-day safari for my family. Grace spotted animals we never would have found on our own. Every detail was taken care of perfectly."
"After using three different operators on previous Tanzania trips, Mashuba is in a completely different league. The transparency, communication and warmth of the team is unmatched."
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