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Based in Arusha
Paradise & Wilderness is a Tanzania and Zanzibar specialist that owns most of the infrastructure it sells, rather than subcontracting. The group runs 22 lodges and camps, a fleet of more than 250 4x4 vehicles and seven aircraft, flown by Unity Air and sister company Beach Safari Airways. Founded by the Schoonvelde family, who began in European travel in 1995 and in Tanzania in 2011, it operates across the Northern Circuit, the Southern Circuit and Zanzibar, and is one of few operators able to run a combined safari and beach itinerary without handing travellers to a third party. Through its Beach & Safari Holidays arm it is a member of TATO and the African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA), and four of its Zanzibar resorts hold Travelife Gold certification. The company works mainly with European travellers, with English, Kiswahili, German, French, Dutch, Spanish and Italian spoken in-house.
Paradise & Wilderness runs trips across 6 destinations in Tanzania, covering the Northern Circuit, Zanzibar Archipelago, and Arusha Region. Each park has its own character — from open savannas and forested escarpments to coastal reefs — and Paradise & Wilderness tailors itineraries around what you most want to see.
This operator specialises in beach & island, wildlife safari, and cultural tours. Trips can be combined into a single multi-stop itinerary or booked as standalone experiences.
Founded in 2011, Paradise & Wilderness is based in Arusha with a team of 250 guides and staff, working in English, Kiswahili, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, and Italian.
Licensed by Tanzania's Tourism Agents Licensing Authority (TALA #036470) — a baseline for legal, insured operation. Member of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators, the industry body for safari standards.
6 travellers have reviewed Paradise & Wilderness on Safarani, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. Reviews are scraped from public sources and verified bookings — read them in full below.
Pricing sits in the mid-range tier — comfortable lodges and small-group departures.
Send a WhatsApp message using the button in the sidebar — share your dates, group size, and what you want to see, and Paradise & Wilderness will reply with a tailored quote. There is no booking fee from Safarani; you deal directly with the operator.
Paradise & Wilderness runs trips to Ngorongoro, Zanzibar, Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Serengeti, and Lake Manyara and other Tanzanian parks. You can combine multiple destinations into one itinerary or book a single-destination trip.
Paradise & Wilderness specialises in beach & island, wildlife safari, and cultural tours. Custom itineraries combining multiple activities are also possible — message them on WhatsApp to discuss.
Yes. Paradise & Wilderness is licensed by Tanzania's Tourism Agents Licensing Authority (TALA #036470), the legal requirement to operate tours in Tanzania; they are a member of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), which sets industry standards for safari operations.
Tap the WhatsApp button on this page to message Paradise & Wilderness directly. Share your travel dates, group size, budget, and which destinations interest you. They will reply with a tailored itinerary and quote. Safarani does not take a booking fee — you arrange the trip and payment directly with the operator.
Paradise & Wilderness sits in the mid-range tier — comfortable lodges, small-group departures, and well-vetted vehicles are standard. Final pricing depends on season, group size, and chosen accommodation; request a quote on WhatsApp for accurate numbers.
Paradise & Wilderness is based in Arusha, Tanzania and has been operating since 2011 with a team of 250 guides and staff. Most trips start with a pickup from your hotel or airport — confirm transfer details when you book.
Guides at Paradise & Wilderness work in English, Kiswahili, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, and Italian. Confirm language preferences when you message them so they can assign the right guide for your trip.


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A 6-day private safari on which we saw all of the Big Five across several parks. Our guide and driver Lucas did a great job and answered every question with real expertise.
Friendly staff, perfect organisation and excellent food throughout. The national parks we visited were beautiful.
Our guide "Captain Joe" impressed us with calm expertise and deep knowledge of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and the glamping stays were unforgettable.
Everything was organised so well. Excellent safaris and lovely resorts. It was the time of our lives.
Our guide Peter was an excellent wildlife spotter who knew all the prime locations. Well organised, with nice tents and safe, careful driving.
We celebrated a 60th birthday and had excellent value for money. Communication was excellent, with quick responses to every enquiry.
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