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We believe in getting you the best trip at the best price. Without making it complicated.
Coming from a background of 50 years in the safari industry, CloudSafaris is innovating to bring you the best Africa has to offer.
Booking a trip
We'll take care of the details. You enjoy the trip.
At CloudSafaris, we saw an issue in the safari industry: an outdated booking experience. This became evident by a lack of online information and excessive time taken to go from a dream to a reality. Our goal was to modernize this process and enhance the customer experience.
How it works
Choose your safari
Browse our curated list of safari packages to find your perfect trip.
All accommodations, transfers, food, and guides are included
Tailor the trip with activities of your choice
Select from an extensive list of incredible properties
Pick your dates
Select dates that are most convenient for you.
Convenient and easy date modifications
Travel in high or low season
Find a time that works best for what you want to see
Confirm and enjoy
Confirm your trip with our safari professionals.
Receive a complimentary personal trip briefing
Pay securely by credit card
Travel confidently with on-ground support
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Our perks
Secure, safe, valuable - our standard.
We are all about bringing safaris into the modern era. We understand that planning a trip should be exciting, not stressful. That's why we're committed to ensuring our travelers feel safe, trust us completely, and experience total transparency when booking their adventure. We're here to provide clear, up-to-date information and a seamless booking process, so our customers can focus on looking forward to an unforgettable safari experience with peace of mind.
Secure payments
Pay securely online with sensible desposits.
Safety
With an on-call operator, you'll always have on-ground backup on your trip.
Value
By booking with local tour operators, you avoid the middle-man markup.
Accommodation options
Choose from a diverse range of lodgings, from luxury resorts to eco-friendly camps, all vetted for quality and comfort.
Customizable itineraries
Tailor your safari to match your interests – from wildlife spotting to cultural tours, create the adventure you've dreamed of.
Safari expertise
Utilize our expert knowledge to design your dream safari, from wildlife adventures to cultural experiences, tailored just for you.
Our team
Meet the founding members
Encounter the people who started our journey. Our founders are a blend of diverse experiences and passions, each contributing to the unique tapestry of our community. It's their personal stories, dreams, and dedication that form the soul of our mission.
Josh D'Souza
CEO
A graduate from the University of Waterloo in Management Engineering, Josh D'Souza co-founded CloudSafaris. Drawing from his family's extensive 50+ years of experience in Tanzanian safaris, he has spent considerable time in Kenya and Tanzania, gaining unique insights into safari operations. Josh's technological acumen, evidenced by his role as a Founding Engineer at webapp.io, combined with his entrepreneurial ventures in startups and non-profits like Tanzanite Toronto, has positioned him at the forefront of innovating online safari travel with CloudSafaris.
Aidan Wood
CTO
As a University of Waterloo Mechatronics Engineering graduate, Aidan Wood brings a technical lens to CloudSafaris. His Kenyan experience has deepened his understanding of the safari sector, vital for enhancing CloudSafaris' online presence. Aidan's background in engineering and consulting informs the company's strategic direction, focusing on optimizing the customer journey and technical capabilities of the platform.
Markus Hamann
COO
Combining his University of Waterloo education and experiences from Tesla and TJX, Markus co-founded CloudSafaris with a unique vision. His extensive travels in Kenya and Tanzania, coupled with his critical role in developing tour operator software in 2019, have deeply influenced CloudSafaris' approach to customer engagement. Markus is dedicated to refining the safari booking process, ensuring it is both intuitive and tailored to the varied interests of all types of travellers, enhancing the overall user experience.
