Guides To Tanzania Safari
Preparing for a Tanzania safari in 13 steps: planning, packing, parks, booking, getting there, where to stay, safety and choosing your package.
Planning a trip to East Africa? Our Tanzania Safari Guide puts everything you need in one place. It gives you the practical information to plan your safari and enjoy it once you are here.
The guides cover Tanzania safari tours from Kilimanjaro to the open plains of the Serengeti, and help the trip run smoothly from start to finish. You will find Tanzania safari costs, the best time to visit Tanzania, the safari destinations worth your time, and tips to get the most out of every game drive.
Preparing for a Tanzania safari in 13 steps: planning, packing, parks, booking, getting there, where to stay, safety and choosing your package.
How much does a Tanzania safari cost? About $200 per person per day on a budget safari and $300 on a private lodge safari. What affects the price.
Tanzania visa requirements: visa types, e-visa processing time, cost and visa on arrival, with notes for UK and US citizens planning a safari.
Tanzania lies near the equator, so you can visit almost all year. The seasons, the wildebeest migration and a month-by-month climate guide.
Tanzanian food draws on its neighbors and on Indian cooking. What Tanzanians eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the dishes to try.
What to pack for a Tanzania safari: clothing, footwear, gear and documents. Our safari packing list makes sure you do not miss one essential item.
Is Tanzania safe to visit? Personal travel safety, health and safety advice for your safari, so your trip runs smoothly and stays enjoyable.
Why travel insurance matters for your Tanzania safari or Kilimanjaro climb, and how it gives you peace of mind if something unexpected happens.
Tipping is customary on a Tanzania safari. How much to tip your guide and safari crew, and how to show your thanks at the end of the trip.
Answers to the questions we hear most about Tanzania safari tours: getting there, safety, cost, where to stay, what to wear and the best time to go.
Tanzanian culture, traditions and customs: languages, the Maasai and Hadzabe peoples, history and heritage, and how to meet them on safari.
Tanzania's best safari destinations, from the Serengeti and Ngorongoro to Ruaha and Katavi. Compare the national parks and the tours that visit them.
Top Tanzania travel itineraries
Tanzania has some of Africa’s most famous parks. These itineraries cover its best wildlife areas and take you to the top national parks, including on a luxury safari. Get in touch with one of our experts to plan a tailor-made trip.
Guided safaris through Tanzania’s wild landscapes, with guides who know the parks well
At 5,895 meters, the summit of Kilimanjaro is the highest point in Africa
Tripadvisor reviews
Excellent Trip of a Lifetime
Our family had the trip of a lifetime over the holidays. Our guides were amazing and always checked to make sure that we had everything we needed. In less than 2 weeks we got to do a short safari in Ngorongoro Crater, did a family visit as part of the cultural experience (my kids are still talking about how good the food was!!), visited Moshi for shopping, went to Dar Es Salaam and did a 2 day trip to Zanzibar. The logistics were all very smooth and the guides added humor and levity to the entire trip. We were in good hands and will never forget the hospitality shown to us while there. The best thing about the packages is that you can work with the team to tailor it to your exact timeline. We had to get back to work and school so opted for a short Christmas trip but we'll eventually go back to do a longer summer trip. Forever indebted for such a great experience!
Trip of a life time!! But why not go back?
BEST VACATION!!!! Eye opening, amazing, Beautiful and REAL. The safari was my favorite part. Seeing animals you learn about and dream of seeing right in front of your face. The food was great I ask you to be open and not get your norm. Safe? Yes. Of course there’s times you question a new country, area and people. There was never a moment I was in question of people or my surroundings. Next time I’m bring my kids they’re older and can help pay… hahaha. I heard it’s best not to go during the rainy Season it’s just easier and more enjoyable to get around. Just what people have said.
Great experience
Had a wonderful Safari experience in Nothern Tanzania. Got to see some Lions very closely. Best experience in a very long time tbh.
It was an amazing experience!
Awesome experience! Beautiful and exciting destination full of nature! We went during fall but anytime of the year is recommended. Planning for my next trip there!