We would like to celebrate with you our 5th Anniversary on 23rd March
2014 as we mark the fifth year since our orphanage started.
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I started ZARA Tours in 1987, organizing African safaris and climbs to Mt. Meru and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Today, ZARA tours is Tanzania’s No.1 Kilimanjaro outfitter and one of the biggest safari operators. I entered the field of hospitality (Tanzania Wildcamps) where currently i operates two hotels, four tented camps and two lodges. In 2009 through Zara Charity, i initiated a global movement of sustainable tourism and giving back to the vulnerable groups in Tanzania.
Friday, May 30, 2014
Monday, May 26, 2014
HIGHVIEW HOTEL IN TANZANIA RECEIVES 2014 GLOBAL CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE FROM TRIPADVISOR
Zara Tours is proud to announce that the Highview Hotel in Karatu, Tanzania received a certificate of excellence from TripAdvisor recently. This prestigious award is given to businesses world wide that consistently earn high ratings from TripAdvisor travelers. It places Highview Hotel in the top-performing of all tourist businesses around the world on TripAdvisor in 2014.
Ms. Leila Ansell, High View Hotel’s general manager said “We are very honored to receive this recognition. It means a lot to us especially because TripAdvisor is one of the most reputable sources of tourism and hotel information for global travelers. This goes to show that High View Hotel has earned its place among the leading global hotels market. Our clients have always been at the core of our operations as we thrive to ensure that their experiences at Highview are beyond memorable.”
“Winning the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence is a true source of
pride for the entire team at HighView Hotel and we’d like to thank all
of our past guests who took the time to complete a review on
TripAdvisor,” said by Zainab Ansell,
The Director of Zara Tours. She then add “There is no greater seal of
approval than being recognized by one’s customers. With the TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence based on customer reviews, the accolade is a
remarkable vote of confidence to our business and our continued
commitment to excellence.”Ms. Leila Ansell, High View Hotel’s general manager said “We are very honored to receive this recognition. It means a lot to us especially because TripAdvisor is one of the most reputable sources of tourism and hotel information for global travelers. This goes to show that High View Hotel has earned its place among the leading global hotels market. Our clients have always been at the core of our operations as we thrive to ensure that their experiences at Highview are beyond memorable.”
TripAdvisor is the world’s largest online
travel site that enables travelers to plan and have perfect trips. It
offers trusted advice from real travelers about a variety of travel
choices, itineraries, accommodation and travel experiences. TripAdvisor branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, with more than 200 million unique monthly visitors, and over 100 million reviews and opinions. The site operates worldwide.
Highview Hotel was opened in 2006 and sits on a beautiful hilltop looking down on a small valley and other neighboring hills. Tourists exploring Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park and the
Highview Hotel was opened in 2006 and sits on a beautiful hilltop looking down on a small valley and other neighboring hills. Tourists exploring Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park and the
Ngorongoro conservation area usually lodge at Highview.
The Hotel is owned and operated by Zara TanzaniaAdventures, a travel agency and tour operator based in Moshi Tanzania. Mrs. Zainab Ansell, a sustainable tourism advocate from Moshi/Tanzania,
founded the business in 1987. They now boast not only a successful tour
operation and travel agency but also 5 properties in the Northern
circuit including Springland Hotel in Moshi, #HighViewHotel in Karatu, Serengeti Wild Camp (in Serengeti National park), Ikoma Wild Camp (in Serengeti National park) and Ngorongoro Wild Camp (in Ngorongoro Crater), and two to be open Later this year to be known as NDUTU WILDCAMP and SERENGETI WILDERBEEST CAMP

Friday, May 23, 2014
ZARA TOURS INC RECEIVES 2013 CANADIAN EXCELLENCE AWARD:
May 23rd 2014 - Zara Tours Inc has been selected for the 2013 Canadian Excellence Award amongst all its peers and competitors by the USTrade & Commerce Institute (USTCI).
Each year the USTCI conducts business
surveys and industry research to identify certain international companies
that have achieved demonstrable success in their local business environment and
industry category. They are recognized as having enhanced the commitment and
contribution of small businesses through service to their customers and
community. Companies
of this caliber enhance the consumer driven stature that the Canadian
economy is renowned for.
Zara Tours
Inc has consistently demonstrated a high regard for upholding business ethics
and company values. This recognition by USTCI
marks a significant achievement as an emerging leader within various
competitors and is setting benchmarks that the industry should follow.
As part of the industry research and business
surveys, various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose
the selected companies in each category. This research is part of an exhaustive
process that encapsulates a yearlong immersion in the business
climate of the Canadian
economy.
About USTCI
The USTCI is a leading authority on researching,
evaluating and recognizing companies across a wide spectrum of industries that
meet its stringent standards of excellence. It has spearheaded the idea of
independent enterprise and entrepreneurial growth allowing businesses of all sizes
to be recognized locally and encouraged globally.
Particular emphasis is given to meeting and
exceeding industry benchmarks for customer service, product quality and ethical
practices. Industry leading standards and practices have been developed and
implementation of the same has been pioneered by the dedicated efforts of the
business community and commerce leadership.
More information on USTCI can be found at www.USTCI.org
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
From Vancouver to Ottawa – In Support of Zara Charity
One Mountain At A Time
Tracy Pepper was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the tender age of 10
and was not expected to survive. Miraculously she did and she has
devoted her life to charitable work in support of others. Read more on
the link Tanzania with Love Poster
Friday, May 9, 2014
GORGEOUS TANZANIA WILDLIFE SAFARIS SNAPSHOTS
Zebra are extremely dependent on water and never wander far from
waterholes, where they usually drink at least once a day. It is the
responsibility of an adult mare (often the oldest), to guide the family
as they move from area to area and ensure that they never wander too far
from water.
Cheetahs have black "tear stripes" running from
the corners of their eyes. These help block out sunlight, which aids them in
spotting prey.
Height and excellent eyesight enable giraffes to
keep an eye on each other from far away. A dozen may be dispersed over 1/2 mile
(0.8 km) of savanna and still be considered to be in a herd.
Litters consist of two or three cubs that weigh about 3 pounds
each. Some mothers carefully nurture the young; others may
neglect or abandon them, especially when food is scarce.
Usually two or more females in a pride give birth about the
same time, and the cubs are raised together
Hyenas have a wide diet range and are both hunters and scavengers. In
addition to scouring other predator's meals, hyenas will eat lizards,
birds, snakes and insects but also have the ability to take down an
antelope or wildebeest. Because their jaws are so strong, hyenas have
the ability to eat bones, teeth and hooves. Generally, hyenas eat at
night.
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