Godlove Lekule, is the founder of Lekule Midwest Safaris, a safari travel company dedicated to connecting travelers from the United States Midwest with authentic African safari experience in Tanzania.

Born in Tanzania, Godlove brings firsthand knowledge of the regions wildlife, culture, landscape, and tourism industry. With strong passion for hospitality and travel, he founded Lekule Midwest Safaris to provide personalized safari planning with focus on professionalism, reliability and unforgettable experience. We take time to understand your interest, answer your questions honestly, and design a safari that fits your goals and budget.

By combining local experience with an understanding of the Midwest travelers, Godlove works closely with a family team in Tanzania, trusted guides, lodges and tour partners to create customized safari itineraries from wildlife safaris and Kilimanjaro trekking to Zanzibar beach vacations and family adventures.

Novath Temu, a proud Chagga born and raised in Marangu Moshi at the foothills of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Grow up in beautiful region gave him a deeper appreciation for nature, culture, and the rich heritage of our homeland.

Novath began his professional career as a teacher, a role that helped him develop a strong communication, leadership, and people skills. Driven by his passion for tourism and sharing the beauty of Tanzania with visitors from around the world, he later transitioned into the tourism industry and pursued professional training in Tour Guiding. Today, he is dedicated to providing memorable travel experiences by introducing guests to Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse, wildlife, and vibrant cultures. With local knowledge, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hospitality, Novath stive to make every journey informative, enjoyable, and unforgettable. “Welcome to Tanzania - I look forward to sharing its wonders with you.”

Gilbert Meleck is the Director of Astonishing Safaris, our trusted Tanzania-based partner and my brother. Together, we bridge two worlds-combining local expertise from Tanzania with personalized service for travelers here in the Midwest.

With years of experience in Tanzania tourism industry, Gilbert leads a dedicated team of guides, travel specialists, and operations staff who help ensure every journey is safe, seamless, and unforgettable. His deep knowledge of Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and destinations allows us to create authentic experiences that go beyond the ordinary.

Born and raised in Tanzania, Gilbert works closely with guides, lodges, and local communities to deliver the high level of service our guests expect. Through our partnership with Astonishing Safaris, travelers benefit from local expertise, personalized attention, and the confidence of knowing their safari is supported by a trusted family team on the ground.

Meet Samwel Matemba

One of our most trusted and dedicated mountain guides, Samwel was born and raised at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, where his passion for the mountains began.

With over 8 years of trekking experience, Samwel started his journey as a porter before earning his place as an experienced guide. For him, the mountains are more than a workplace, they are home. His deep local knowledge, calm leadership, and attention to detail help ensure that every expedition is well organized and that every client feels safe, supported, and cared for from start to finish.

While Mt Kilimanjaro is his specialty, Samwel also leads unforgettable adventures to many of Tanzania’s remarkable peaks, including Mount Meru, Mount Hanang, Oldoinyo Lengai, Loolmalasin, Mount Longido, and many other mountain destinations across the country.

Whether you’re taking on Africa’s highest peak or discovering Tanzania’s lesser-known mountain gems, Samwel’s experience and commitment to exceptional service make every journey one to remember.