Tanzania is a land of wonders, boasting extraordinary landscapes and unforgettable natural attractions. Home to over 120 tribes, each with its own unique language and culture, Tanzania offers a rich blend of heritage and diversity. Its breathtaking scenery ranges from Africa’s towering Mount Kilimanjaro to vast savannah plains, lush forests, deep craters, gorges, and pristine white beaches.
With over 20 national parks and game reserves, Tanzania is a wildlife haven. Whether you’re seeking the majesty of elephants, the roar of lions, or the beauty of rare bird species, Tanzania offers an unmatched paradise for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
Explore Tanzania’s safari destinations tailored to your preferences—whether you’re looking for an intimate group experience, a private adventure, or a fly-in safari. From classic routes to hidden gems, we have it all.
The Northern Circuit features iconic safari spots like Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you can witness the Big 5, marvel at stunning landscapes, and encounter a wealth of wildlife. Discover the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration and explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this unforgettable journey.
For nature enthusiasts, the Southern Circuit is a dream come true. Selous/Nyerere National Park and Ruaha National Park form a vast ecosystem teeming with wildlife, especially during the dry season. Enjoy the tranquility of fewer crowds, embark on thrilling boat safaris, and explore scenic landscapes on guided walks.
The Western Circuit is for those who like to venture off the beaten path. These remote parks, often accessible only by chartered flight, offer a glimpse into a wilder, older Africa. Discover Mahale Mountains National Park’s pristine lakeside beaches and forest trails leading to chimpanzees, or experience the incredible wildlife of Katavi National Park, where nature reveals its untamed beauty.
Set out on guided treks up Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, or explore the stunning landscapes of Mount Meru. For a glimpse of Kilimanjaro’s diverse wildlife and scenery, try the one-day hike on the Shira Plateau.
For avid hikers, Udzungwa Mountains National Park and Gombe Stream National Park offer exclusive, on-foot adventures, immersing you in their pristine natural beauty.
To the east lies the Zanzibar Archipelago, a captivating cluster of islands including the renowned spice islands of Zanzibar (Unguja) and Pemba. Further south, Mafia Island awaits as a hidden gem in the Indian Ocean. Water sports enthusiasts will find their paradise here, with opportunities for kite surfing, diving, deep-sea fishing, kayaking, and snorkeling.
Together, Tanzania and Zanzibar offer an exceptional experience. Enjoy your dream safari and unwind with a tropical beach retreat, creating unforgettable memories in Tanzania—the ideal destination for a perfect honeymoon.
Just 50km from Arusha, this park offers a range of unique activities to immerse yourself in nature, including trekking up Mount Meru. With few predators, you can safely explore every corner of the park on guided walks, taking in breathtaking views of both Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Stroll past herds of buffalo and giraffes to discover the scenic Tululusia Waterfall, Ngurdoto Crater, and stunning viewpoints.
Another highlight is the guided canoe safari on Lake Momella. Glide gently across the water, spotting hippos while Fish Eagles soar above. Along the shoreline, you may see waterbuck, zebra, and warthogs, and with around 400 bird species, it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise.
Ideal for | Nature Lovers, Active Travellers, Tanzania Newbies
This charming park on the Northern Circuit is the perfect stop on your way to Serengeti National Park. It’s a serene haven for nature lovers to relax during the early days of a safari. While lions live here, they can be elusive, but buffalo are commonly seen along the forested shoreline.
The park is also home to one of the Rift Valley’s alkaline lakes, which attracts large flocks of flamingos feeding on the lake’s algae, especially during the seasonal migrations. The dry season offers the best wildlife viewing. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature!
For a unique adventure off the beaten path, not far from the popular Northern Circuit, Lake Natron offers an otherworldly experience. This hot, dusty, and surreal landscape is a photographer’s dream. During the dry season, evaporation from Lake Natron triggers an algae bloom that turns the alkaline lake a striking red—a phenomenon visible from space.
While the lake’s toxic waters are lethal to most wildlife, they are home to around 2.5 million flamingos, which have adapted to this harsh environment. These vibrant pink birds come here to breed, feeding on the algae. In the background, the majestic Ol Doinyo Lengai, a conical volcano revered by the Maasai as the home of their god Ngai, adds to the dramatic scenery.
Ideal for | Outdoor Lovers, Explorers, Serenity Seekers
Mahale Mountains feels like a fairytale paradise, where lush, forested mountains meet the pristine white sandy beaches of Lake Tanganyika. The best way to soak in the beauty of this tropical haven is with a sundowner on a dhow.
Accessed by plane and then boat, Mahale Mountains National Park is a remote gem with few visitors, offering a perfect escape from the world. Explore the park on foot, discovering hidden waterfalls and refreshing plunge pools, and spot incredible birdlife. With a bit of luck, you might even see rare primates like chimpanzees. After a trek through the forest, unwind with snorkeling or diving in the clear waters of the lake.
Ideal for | Adventurers, Tanzania Returnees, Outdoor Lovers
Just 218 km from Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park is a stunning stop on the Southern Circuit. This vast and beautiful park is framed by the Ruhebo and Uluguru Mountains to the north, with acacias, baobabs, and tamarinds scattered across the savannah.
While the rhino is missing, the park boasts four of the Big Five. You’ll encounter large herds of elephants, buffalo, and antelope on the Mkata Plains, and lions and leopards lurking along the forested riverbanks. Notable highlights include spotting the rare Wild Hunting Dog and enjoying a guided walk to Kinole Waterfall, where you can swim in the refreshing plunge pool.
Ideal for | Safari Enthusiasts, Tanzania Returnees & Newbies
This park remains a hidden gem, offering breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and a remarkable story of recovery. Once devastated by natural disaster and poaching, it now features a successful restoration and the reintroduction of Black Rhinos and Wild Hunting Dogs.
An essential migratory route, especially for elephants, connects with Kenya’s Tsavo National Park. In the 1950s, poaching had decimated the park’s wildlife, leaving only eleven elephants and no Black Rhinos. By the 1980s, efforts to restore the park began, and today, around 500 elephants and 200 Wild Dogs thrive here, with Black Rhinos residing in a protected sanctuary. The park is also home to various antelopes, including Oryx, as well as elusive lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas.
Ideal for | Nature Lovers, Serenity Seekers, Birders
Most visitors come with one goal: to reach the summit of Africa’s highest mountain on a Mount Kilimanjaro trek. However, there’s much more to explore beyond the summit. Kilimanjaro, with its five distinct vegetative zones and unique wildlife, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for a reason.
To truly appreciate its beauty, consider a one-day hike to the Shira Plateau. After driving through lush forests teeming with primates and birds, the hike begins at 3,500 meters. Enjoy spectacular views and a memorable experience at a relaxed pace.
Ideal for | Nature Lovers, Active Travellers, Serenity Seekers
A must-see on the Northern Safari Circuit: descend into the world’s largest intact caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater, to witness some of the planet’s most impressive wildlife. Spanning 20 km in diameter, this breathtaking landscape of open plains, lakes, and woodlands is a natural wonder that leaves visitors in awe.
This fertile paradise is home to an incredible variety of animals and birds, including the rare Black Rhino, giving you a great chance of spotting the Big Five. The only missing giant is the giraffe, as the steep crater walls are too challenging for their long legs.
Ideal for | Tanzania Newbies, Safari Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers
Ruaha National Park, located on the Southern Circuit, is perfect for those seeking incredible wildlife without the crowds. The park is a unique melting pot where the fauna and flora of both Eastern and Southern Africa meet. With nearly 1,650 plant species identified, the diversity is breathtaking.
During the dry season, the Ruaha River becomes a hub for predators and prey, creating thrilling wildlife encounters. Massive herds of elephants can also be seen peacefully resting under the shade of ancient baobab trees. Although less visited than the Northern Circuit parks, Ruaha offers an unforgettable safari experience.
Ideal for | Safari Enthusiasts, Serenity Seekers, Photographers
The Selous Game Reserve and Nyerere National Park have been described as one of the largest remaining wildernesses in Africa. The Miombo woodlands are home to a higher diversity and density of species than anywhere else. Thanks to these qualities it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is possible to see the Big 5 during game drives, boat safaris and guided walks, as well as some of the largest populations of elephants, buffalo, hippos and even lions here. However, the rare Black Rhino and Wild Dog that live here can be difficult to spot. An unforgettable experience awaits you. Thanks to its large size and location in Southern Tanzania, there are fewer visitors and it doesn’t feel crowded.
This park borders six conservation areas, including Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, creating a vast ecosystem, which allows ~1.5 million wildebeest to complete one of the largest wildlife migrations on the planet. This results in an intense interaction between predators and prey. Witness this phenomenon on a migration safari. However, as one of Tanzania’s oldest parks and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers world-class wildlife viewing all year round with a high likelihood of seeing the Big 5. You can discover stunning landscapes, including vast grasslands, granite formations called Kopjes, tree-lined rivers and beautiful ranges of hills. From back to basics to exclusive luxury camps, there are many different accommodation options to choose from.
Ideal for | Safari Enthusiasts, Tanzania Newbies, Families
Tarangire National Park is for elephant lovers. Found in northern Tanzania, it is home to a very special geological formation, the Tarangire River. During the dry season, this winding river acts like a huge magnet, drawing numerous animals out of the landscape to reside at the river until the rains return. On safari, you can see countless tracks meandering towards the river. They have been formed by the massive pads of one of Tanzania’s largest populations of elephants. This beautiful park offers exceptional wildlife viewing with lions and leopards residing along the river. Over ~500 bird species create superb bird watching.
Ideal for | Safari Enthusiasts, Tanzania Newbies, Families
