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Where wilderness meets wonder in East Africa's crown jewel
In Kilimanjaro's footprint, Tanzania mesmerizes with the great wildebeest migration and vast wildlife parks – a thrilling country for unforgettable safaris.
“We are seasoned off-the-beaten-track travellers and I marvel that everything worked exactly as it was supposed to”, wrote a recent traveller of his Expert Africa safari. “Here we were, in the middle of central Tanzania, waiting for a 10:05 flight. Guess what? At 10:03, there was the plane, buzzing animals off the grass runway, then touching down to pick us up. It happened every time. Dazzling!”
The same traveller went on to describe visceral wildlife encounters: “Having a leopard on your tent porch is not something I will soon forget. This is not Disneyland.”
Not Disneyland could be Tanzania’s national motto. “We had to keep pinching ourselves” wrote a first-time visitor, “that we were actually there, in the places we had only read about or seen on TV.”
Tanzania makes a sensational impact. Over one-third of this expansive land is dedicated to safeguarding its diverse array of wildlife: an irresistible draw for the adventurous.
A journey through Tanzania’s treasure trove of biodiversity takes you through a medley of landscapes – from sweeping grasslands to dense tropical forests, from vibrant coral reefs to the sprawling Serengeti, a fortress for Africa's ‘big five’.
Watch in awe as large herds of elephants stir clouds of dust in Ruaha National Park, hippos frolic in the rapids of the Rufiji River and chimpanzees play in the lofty domains of the Mahale Mountains.
Tanzania’s safari and beach areas fall naturally into four broad groups.
Tanzania's ‘Northern Circuit’ is the term which defines the areas of the sprawling Serengeti, the stunning landscape of the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Lake Manyara national parks – the most famous safaris areas in Tanzania.
For a quieter experience, Tanzania’s southern parks offer unspoiled wilderness areas dotted with a smaller number of safari camps. The lakes and waterways of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous) offer magical boating safaris, while Ruaha’s rugged terrain is excellent for walking safaris is home to a very strong population of lions.
Nearer to Africa’s heart, Western Tanzania is harder to reach, so few visitors come, but two parks are amazing. Katavi National Park protects a vast plain: the battleground for buffalo and lion, whilst an hour’s flight away, the spectacular Mahale Mountains rise sheer from the shores of Lake Tanganyika – providing probably the best place to track wild chimpanzees in Africa.
Lush and tropical, Tanzania’s coast & Islands are the venue for simple beach retreats to luxurious lodges – with the odd private island included.
Each of our holidays is as distinct as the traveller undertaking it. The itineraries here are just examples of what is possible, with costs and details; see all 27 Tanzania safari ideas here.
you'll travel in a private 4WD with the same expert guide all the way, giving you great flexibility and lending the trip greater continuity.
you'll fly between camps, staying a few days in each – exploring each area of wilderness in an open-top 4WD led by a seasoned camp guide, accompanied by other travellers from the camp.
showcase ideas for trips to exquisite islands and breathtaking beaches. These are popular; many of our travellers opt to unwind on a gorgeous beach prior to, or after, their safari.
Call us now to speak to a Tanzania expert who can address your questions and craft a trip for you that's perfect.
7 Days / 6 Nights
Experience the best of Northern Tanzania including Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Parks.
10 Days / 9 Nights
Discover the remote southern parks of Ruaha and Nyerere for exclusive wildlife encounters.
7 Days / 6 Nights
Track wild chimpanzees in Mahale Mountains and explore Katavi's vast plains.
9 Days / 8 Nights
Witness the spectacular Great Migration in Serengeti with expert guides.
12 Days / 11 Nights
Premium camps and lodges with seamless flights between destinations.
11 Days / 10 Nights
Combine wildlife adventures with beach relaxation on Zanzibar's pristine shores.
Explore Tanzania's premier wildlife destinations and their unique characteristics
Visit our trip chooser to explore your options and find inspiration for your perfect African adventure
