Lisa Emmi

Detroit, MI

Adventure Travel Agent and Advisor

Whenever I hear the word “adventure,” it sparks my love of travel. Since my first adventure abroad as a college exchange student, I have been hooked to traveling. Thanks to this wanderlust, I have explored 69 countries and all 7 continents so far....
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Travel Agent Specialist for Tanzania Trips

Where can you summit one of the highest peaks on Earth, chase the "Big 5" on safari AND enjoy some of the prettiest island beaches on the planet? Only one country offers all three within the same borders- beautiful and friendly Tanzania! Having lived on the African continent for a period of time and having traveled throughout the country of Tanzania, as your travel agent I am able to plan you an unforgettable Tanzania vacation while adding lived experience and tips to your adventure!

Mountain Trekking: At 5,895 meters high, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and is located in Kilimanjaro National Park of Tanzania. This dormant volcano is the tallest freestanding mountain in the world and is one of the famous "Seven Summits". Kili as it is referred to by locals offers several hiking routes. Those traveling to Tanzania to summit Kilimanjaro must work with a licensed climbing outfitter for safety and assistance. As your travel agent, I will work to identify the best outfitter for you or your groups needs.

Local Culture: Whether you are climbing Kilimanjaro or just stopping by to see it (also recommended), I will provide practical information and recommendations about the surrounding area for pre and post adventures around Moshi and Arusha! For example, one of my favorite places to visit in the Kilimanjaro region is a social enterprise hotel that supports a local school. I'd love to introduce you to them and the great work they do in their community. The area is also home to local coffee tours that allow you to visit a local village and learn about (and participate in!) the local coffee production process in Tanzania. Have you ever consumed a cup of coffee right after the beans were roasted? It is certainly a treat for any coffee lover. As you venture further into safari areas, I can arrange tours that will provide a window into the culture of the local Maasai Tribes. Tours I can arrange for you in in designated areas called "Cultural Bomas" will allow you to meet Maasai tribe members and learn about their traditional lifestyle, take photos, and buy original handicrafts.

Safari: Of course, Kilimanjaro is not the only main attraction of a Tanzania visit. The king of the safari world- Serengeti National Park- is ready to introduce you to some of the world's most elusive animals right there in their natural habitat. Are you a big cat lover? Lions, cheetah, and leopards run wild across the plains. Elephant families trek great distances and straight across your path, while numerous giraffes peer out at you from behind rustling leaves. Once a volcano and now the world's largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera, the nearby Ngorongoro Crater provides a bowl effect backdrop for the huge herds of wildebeests and zebras that traverse its plains during their annual migration, as well as grazing livestock belonging to the semi-nomadic Maasai tribe. Ngorongoro is also paradise for keen ornithologists as it hosts over 550 species of birds- some that are resident and others that are migratory. As your travel agent, I will match you with the safari company that will target your primary interest and travel style, and make sure you are in the most impressive safari lodges for your budget level. Safari's are typically a once in a lifetime experience, and it is important to me that yours is designed the way you are envisioning it!

Beaches: Once you've had all your wild adventures in the Kilimanjaro and Serengeti regions....Tanzania offers you opulent relaxation just off the shore on Zanzibar Island. Zanzibar is an archipelago of four islands off the coast of East Africa. Its main island, Unguja, is often referred to as "Zanzibar". Outside of the cultural center of Stonetown and it's windy cobbled streets, and ornate doors and architecture lie some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. As your travel agent, I will assist you in booking rest and relaxation in one of the gorgeous all inclusive resorts that occupy the island. Lay by the infinity pool, eat fresh seafood, soak up the salty island air, and head home refreshed.

When you are ready to start planning your amazing East Africa adventure in this beautiful country- reach out and I'd love to make sure it is designed as you envision it. As they say in Tanzania, Asante Sana (thank you very much) for stopping by and I look forward to helping you plan your adventure!

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20 of 31 people found this review helpful

Second to None

Lisa was the consummate travel agent to assist with my bookings for my once in a lifetime trip abroad to Africa. Professional, responsive, and she went the extra mile to tend to our needs and find out what we were looking for. While we were in Tanzania, we had the full experience we asked for- spending our time between authentic local experiences in villages and seeing the animals in Serengeti National Park, to a relaxing in a cost effective and beautiful resort in Zanzibar. The best of both worlds!

By Aimster from St. Paul, MN
Traveled to Tanzania ~ Africa

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends