Safari vehicles among the wildebeest herds of the Great Migration

Tanzania Safari Tours

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Top Tanzania travel itineraries

Tanzania has some of Africa’s best-known parks, and it is a great place for a luxury safari. These itineraries give you a good all-round look at Tanzania travel and wildlife. You will visit the top national parks, and you can talk to our team to plan a tailor-made trip.

14 days · Safari & beach

14 Days Honeymoon Safari

Arusha Arusha NP Tarangire Lake Manyara Serengeti Ngorongoro Zanzibar

From, per person$7,995

Tanzania Safari Destinations

Tanzania packs a lot into one country. With Tanzania Tourism Safaris you can drive the open plains of the Serengeti, go down into the Ngorongoro Crater, and finish with a few lazy days on the beaches of Zanzibar. Add the snow on Mount Kilimanjaro, local cultures you can visit, and some of the best-known wildlife in the world, and you have plenty to choose from.

Two male lions on the grass, one roaring
National park

Serengeti National Park

Wide open savannah and plenty of wildlife, including the Big Five

55 tours · from $599

The snow-capped summit of Mount Kilimanjaro above the savannah
National park

Kilimanjaro National Park

Home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, from rainforest to alpine desert

14 climbs · from $1,451

Zebras grazing on the green grasslands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Conservation area

Ngorongoro Conservation

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its crater and its scenery

56 tours · from $327

Two elephants in Tarangire with a hot air balloon in the sky
National park

Tarangire National Park

Known for its large elephant herds and a wide mix of wildlife

33 tours · from $171

Elephants grazing in a green clearing below forested hills
National park

Arusha National Park

Close to the city of Arusha, a small park with a lot packed into it

10 tours · from $132

Tanzania Safari Activities

There is more to a Tanzania safari than game drives, and Tanzania Tourism Safaris can set up the best-known extras for you. Watch the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti, float over the savannah on a hot air balloon safari, or relax on the beaches of Zanzibar. You can also meet local tribes and learn how they live, between drives through wild country full of animals.

Great Migration

Over 1.5 million wildebeest, with zebras and gazelles, loop through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara. Learn when and where to see the Great Migration.

Hot Air-Balloon

A Serengeti hot air balloon safari is a sunrise flight over the plains, with a bird’s-eye view of the wildlife below. What to expect on the flight.

Culture

Tanzanian culture, traditions and customs: languages, the Maasai and Hadzabe peoples, history and heritage, and how to meet them on safari.

When’s the Best Time to Go?

Here is a short guide to Tanzania’s safari seasons:

  • Dry Season

    June – October

    Best for wildlife viewing, Great Migration

  • Wet Season

    November – May

    Fewer crowds, lush scenery, birdwatching

  • Calving Season

    Jan – March

    Baby animals and predator action in Serengeti

What to Pack for a Tanzania Safari

Pack light and pack smart. Here is our short checklist:

A safari vehicle watching zebras drink at a waterhole

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Who Should Go on a Tanzania Safari?

Short answer? Almost everyone.

FAQs About Tanzania Safari Tours

Q: Is Tanzania safe for tourists?
Yes, it’s generally safe, especially on guided tours. Just use common sense and follow local advice.

Q: Do I need a visa?
Yes, most travelers need a tourist visa. You can apply online (eVisa) or get one on arrival.

Q: Are safaris kid-friendly?
Yes. Many lodges offer special activities and shorter game drives for kids.

Q: What vaccines do I need?
Yellow fever (if coming from infected areas), Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, and malaria prophylaxis are recommended.

Q: How many days should I plan for?
5–10 days works well. That lets you cover 2–3 parks without feeling rushed.

Honeymoon safaris

12 tours · shortest first

Safaris from Zanzibar

7 tours · shortest first

Short safaris: 2 to 4 days

12 tours · shortest first

Safaris of 5 to 8 days

18 tours · shortest first

Safaris of 9 days or more

9 tours · shortest first

Beach holidays

8 tours · shortest first

Mount Meru treks

2 tours · shortest first

Day trips

12 tours · shortest first

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A giraffe walking behind a line of zebras on the open plains

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