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A safari is only as good as the people running it. Before you commit to a company, it helps to know exactly who will meet you at the airport, who is driving, and who picks up the phone when your flight is delayed. At Zege Safaris, that answer never changes: it’s Franael.
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Message Zege on WhatsAppFranael — Your Guide From Day One
Franael has spent more than ten years guiding guests through the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and the islands and back-streets of Zanzibar. He is the person who will greet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport on day one, and in most cases, the same person who drives you for the rest of the trip — not a rotating cast of drivers you meet for the first time each morning. On Zanzibar itineraries, he doubles as your guide through Stone Town, Prison Island, and the island’s beaches.
Franael also manages the planning side personally: itineraries, bookings, and the dozens of small logistics questions that come up before a trip. He’s the person you’ll speak to first, and the same person who greets you at the airport — so nothing gets lost between booking and arrival.
Zege Safaris operates under Tanzania Tourist Board licence TALA 035907, and every guest is met in person at Kilimanjaro International Airport by the same person who planned their trip.
Knowing exactly who will be waiting for you at the airport — by name, not by job title — changes how a first-time visitor feels about the whole trip before it has even started.
How Booking With Zege Works
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Request | You message Franael with your dates and interests and request a free quote. |
| 2. Free quote | Franael builds a route and sends you a free, no-obligation quote around your budget and travel window. |
| 3. Deposit | A 30% deposit secures and confirms your booking. |
| 4. We handle the rest | Zege Safaris pays for everything on your behalf — lodges, park fees, and other costs — so you are not settling separate bills with each property. |
Is This the Right Fit for You?
- You’d rather meet your guide by name before booking than deal with a faceless agency
- You’d rather pay one deposit and have Zege Safaris handle lodges and logistics for you
- You want one guide for the whole trip, not a different driver each day
- You’re booking Zanzibar and the northern circuit together and want one point of contact for both
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay a deposit?
Yes — a 30% deposit confirms your booking. Once that’s paid, Zege Safaris pays for everything on your behalf, including lodges and other costs, so you’re not settling separate bills along the way.
Is Zege Safaris licensed?
Yes, under Tanzania Tourist Board licence TALA 035907.
Will Franael be my guide for the entire trip, including Zanzibar?
In most cases, yes — he guides both the northern circuit safari and Zanzibar add-ons, so you’re not handed off to a stranger partway through.
Ready to Meet Your Guide?
Send Franael your travel dates and he’ll start building your itinerary — the quote is free, and a 30% deposit is all it takes to confirm your booking.
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