Mawe African Ventures Limited

Rafa, owner/operator, of Mawe African Adventures is simply the best. His attention to details, whether it’s the safari drive, the best photo opportunities or lunch in the bush, puts Rafa on top. His experience of the Serengeti and the Maasai is a history lesson you will won’t soon forget leaving you with a thirst for more. When you tour with Rafa you become part of a team. “Team Rafa” doesn’t follow the crowds but ventures out exploring and seeing the unusual activities of game movement and predators. Many times we were able to get close to lions and cheetah when staying put and letting the game move naturally rather than chase all the other vehicles for a look and photo. I look forward to returning to the Serengeti in 2025 to experience the calving season with Team Rafa.

If you are coming to Africa there is no one who can give you a better experience that Rafa. He was pivotal in creating an unforgettable experience. I have never seen anyone love what they do more than Rafa. I can never come back to Africa and take a tour with anyone else. His energy is infectious, his love for the animals fuels the tour. His knowledge of the flora and fauna in unparalleled. Don’t even think twice. You WILL NOT regret it.

From the moment we landed (5 of us) Raffa's desire to maximize our experience was palpable. He is not only extremely knowledgeable about the Serengeti but also has the perfect balance of calmness with excitability about what he does and where he lives. This is a man who takes pride in providing the best experience possible and he does it with an elegance and grace that left us with a vacation of a lifetime. He became a friend of the family and my kids still talk about his much he added to our trip. Our joy was his joy. His English is excellent (also speaks multiple other languages) and his concern for everyone's welfare and maximize our experience was always front and center.

As an experienced World traveler I have learned that a great adventure requires the Best tour guide you can get. Raphael ( Rafa) and Mawe African Ventures customized two memorable trips to the Serengeti , Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Parks and provided life memories I will never forget. Traveling solo with Rafa from the Northern border ( Mara River ) to the Southern gate in this magical wonderland of wildlife was a mind blowing experience. Witnessing the wildebeest / Zebra migration , hearing the migration melody , and seeing up close the African Big 5 was only part of the trip experience. His vast knowledge of the wildlife, birds, geography, and ability to share cultural insights about TZ and the Maasai people was a bonus. I found Rafa to be reliable, respectful, full of positive energy, and fun to be with. His attention to detail and safety were greatly appreciated. It takes great effort to travel and see the Wonders of the World and Rafa / Mawe enhanced my experience with lifetime memories of these trips.

We wanted to share a few words about our safari guide, Raffael Loisolo, from our trip to Tanzania. We were one of his first customers when he was starting to build up MAWE as his own company. He's truly a gem! His knowledge of the local wildlife, plants, and African culture is remarkable, and his knack for taking you off the typical tourist trails offers a unique and authentic experience. Every day with him was an eye-opener, and his openness to our endless questions made it a great learning experience. We felt really connected to Tanzania, and the personalized service, like the visit to a local hairdresser, added such a unique local touch. Raffael provided excellent value for money, with his incredible insights and experiences making every penny spent worthwhile. Plus, his reliability was spot on, with everything perfectly planned and our trip completely worry-free. We're already looking forward to our next trip and wouldn't dream of going without Raffael as our guide. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a memorable safari experience.

Rafa, How can I ever thank this man for giving my family and I the best ever Safari experience. Nothing was ever too much trouble, his knowledge and experience was so vast , interesting and enjoyable. We were taken to places that no other guides would bother to go to , giving us unique and outstanding insight to the area . It also gave us some fantastic discoveries of all the wildlife in the area alongside the Big 5 . Rafa , went way beyond his duties and made sure we were well and truly looked after in all our accommodation. If you are looking for a 10 star experience, this guide will deliver and most probably excel above this rating. I cannot thank him enough and cannot wait to return one day .