Our Story
About Poriquest Safaris
A small Tanzanian team with a big love for this land and the people who visit her.
2,000+
Travelers hosted since 2015
From 47 countries
Born in Tanzania
We don't sell safaris.
We share our home.
Poriquest Safaris began with a simple belief — that the best way to experience Tanzania is through the eyes of someone who calls it home. We are a small team of guides, planners, and storytellers who grew up surrounded by the Serengeti's grasslands, the silence of Kilimanjaro's slopes, and the spice-warm breezes of Zanzibar.
This is not a business for us. It is personal. Every itinerary we write, every safari we lead, carries a piece of our heart. We want you to feel the same wonder we felt as children watching elephants cross the savannah at dusk.
We work closely with local communities and conservation projects — because protecting this land is not optional, it is our responsibility. When you travel with Poriquest, you are not just a tourist. You are part of a story.
12+
Years guiding
100%
Locally owned
5.0
TripAdvisor
What drives us
Mission & vision
Our Mission
Pori Quest Safaris Company Limited crafts bespoke and immersive safari experiences across East Africa’s legendary landscapes. We are committed to delivering exceptional travel experiences through professional service, authentic cultural engagement, and deep local expertise, while directly contributing to the conservation of wildlife and the empowerment of the communities that make these encounters possible
Our Vision
To become East Africa’s most trusted curator of transformative wilderness journeys — delivering world-class wildlife adventures that connect travelers to Africa’s wild soul while preserving its natural heritage for generations to come
What we stand for
Our core values
Authenticity
We present Tanzania as it truly is — raw, magnificent, and unscripted. We believe in genuine encounters, meaningful cultural connections, and experiences rooted in reality rather than performance.
Stewardship
Every journey contributes to conservation. We operate with minimal environmental impact while actively supporting wildlife protection, sustainable tourism, and community resilience.
Expertise
Our guides and safari planners possess deep, place-based knowledge shaped by years in the field. We do more than show wildlife — we interpret landscapes, ecosystems, and stories that bring Africa to life.
Respect
We uphold respect for wildlife, wilderness, culture, and every guest we serve. We observe without intrusion, engage without exploitation, and deliver experiences with humility and professionalism.
Bespoke Craft
No two Pori Quest safaris are identical. Every itinerary is thoughtfully designed around each traveler's interests, pace, and aspirations, creating journeys that feel deeply personal and unforgettable.
Travel that gives back
Tourism that protects.
Every safari with Poriquest contributes to anti-poaching patrols, school supplies in Maasai villages, and tree-planting projects across the Serengeti ecosystem.
Travel with purpose$2.4k
Per safari directly funds local communities & conservation
12+
Active conservation & community partnerships
100%
Tanzanian-owned and operated
CO₂
Carbon offset on every booking, automatically
The people behind the safaris
Meet the team
A close-knit team of safari specialists, wildlife nerds, and proud Tanzanians.
Regnald Masawe
Founder & Lead Trip Designer
Operations Lead
Logistics & Trip Operations
Senior Guide
Lead Safari Guide
Guest Relations
Concierge & Pre-trip Care
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