Auric Air Soars High: Tanzania's Top Safari Airline Expands
Auric Air Services has been named Tanzania’s Leading Domestic Safari Carrier for 2025 at the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. This prestigious award recognizes Auric Air's exceptional service, operational reliability, and vital role in connecting travelers to Tanzania's renowned safari destinations.
This win comes during a record-breaking year for Auric Air, marked by significant growth, enhanced route connectivity, and increasing international recognition. Operating from hubs in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Mwanza, the airline plays a crucial role in Tanzania's booming tourism sector. Auric Air provides essential air links to remote and iconic locations, including the Serengeti, Ruaha, Selous, Tarangire, Manyara, and Zanzibar, making it the preferred choice for safari enthusiasts, tour operators, and luxury camps throughout East Africa.
Auric Air's fleet of modern Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft is ideally suited for short takeoffs and landings, essential for accessing bush airstrips in remote wilderness areas. The airline's commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer experience has solidified its position as Tanzania's premier safari airline. This dedication to excellence is reflected in their well-trained pilots and ground staff, seamless baggage handling, and real-time booking system, all designed to enhance the guest experience.
Auric Air's success is a significant achievement not only for the company but also for Tanzania's domestic aviation sector. It highlights the country's ability to provide world-class air services, supporting conservation tourism, regional development, and global travel standards. Tanzania's tourism industry is experiencing remarkable growth, with a record 5.36 million tourists in 2024 and continued growth in 2025. This surge in tourism is driving demand for air travel, and Auric Air is well-positioned to meet this demand.
The aviation sector's contribution to Tanzania's GDP has also increased significantly, rising from 0.8% in 2018 to 2.5% in 2023, with further growth projected. Over 6 million passengers used air transport in Tanzania between July 2024 and March 2025, an 18.8% increase from the previous year. This growth underscores the vital link between tourism and aviation in Tanzania.
Auric Air is committed to further expansion, planning to increase flight frequency on key safari routes, explore regional connections beyond Tanzania, and strengthen partnerships with tour operators, lodges, and conservation projects. The airline's focus on expansion aligns with Tanzania's broader tourism development goals and its commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism practices.
Auric Air's recognition as Tanzania’s Leading Domestic Safari Carrier is a testament to its dedication to providing exceptional service and connecting travelers with East Africa's breathtaking wilderness. As Tanzania's tourism industry continues to flourish, Auric Air is poised for continued growth and success, further solidifying its reputation as the airline that brings the wild within reach.
