Some people discover Africa.
Others dedicate their lives to it.
Tom belongs to the latter.

For more than twenty years, Tom has been guiding travellers through Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. During this time, he has gained an in-depth knowledge of East Africa’s national parks, its wildlife, and the unique landscapes that make this region so extraordinary.

For over two decades, he has welcomed travellers from Europe, North America, and many other parts of the world. Anyone who has travelled with Tom quickly understands why guests often joke that he has the eyes of an eagle. While others are still admiring the scenery, Tom has already spotted a leopard resting high in an acacia tree or a lion hidden almost invisibly in the tall grass.

But his remarkable ability to spot wildlife is only part of what makes him such a valued guide.

Those who travel with Tom soon discover that very little unsettles him. Whether facing long days on the road, challenging tracks, or unexpected situations, he remains calm, attentive, and dependable. His quiet confidence allows guests to relax, enjoy the journey, and fully immerse themselves in the experience.

For Tom, a safari is about far more than wildlife sightings. It is about understanding nature, treating it with respect, and sharing his passion for East Africa with others.

Anyone travelling with Tom experiences East Africa alongside someone who has spent decades exploring this remarkable region—and whose enthusiasm for every safari remains as strong today as it was when his journey first began.

Some places fascinate us.
Others change the way we see the world.
For Meike, Africa became one of those places.

Having travelled extensively and experienced many different cultures, it was East Africa that captured her heart in a way no other destination had before. Its vast landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and above all, the warmth of its people sparked a passion that has stayed with her ever since.

An African proverb describes this feeling perfectly:
“You can leave Africa – but Africa never leaves you.”
That is exactly how Meike feels.

Before co-founding Pure Nature Eco Safari, Meike successfully ran her own travel company, organising wellness and experience retreats in Italy. Bringing people together, creating meaningful travel experiences, and planning every journey with great attention to detail have always been at the heart of her work.

Today, she combines that experience with her passion for East Africa. As the personal contact for our German-speaking guests, she supports them from their very first travel idea through to their return home. She believes that careful planning, personal advice, and attention to even the smallest details are what transform a good holiday into an unforgettable journey.

For Meike, a journey is only truly successful when her guests return home with unforgettable memories.

Alongside her passion for travel, Meike is also a passionate wildlife photographer. Almost all of the photographs featured throughout this website were taken during her own travels across East Africa. With patience, a trained eye, and genuine enthusiasm, she captures the small and extraordinary moments that make Africa so unique.

Her wish is simple: That every guest experiences East Africa with the same sense of wonder that first inspired her—and perhaps returns home with a little piece of Africa forever in their heart.