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For Over 12 years, we have organized the best tailor-made private Tanzania safaris/African safari in Tanzania that are outstanding within the most popular and remote Tanzania safari parks & other destinations of this country. A true wilderness wildlife African safari to Tanzania offers you amazing game viewing in Tanzania, as it has a myriad of wildlife compared to most other African safari countries, combined with unique community cultural safaris in Tanzania.

When you undertake a safari to Tanzania visit, you are assured to spot the African Big 5 namely Lions including tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara, African elephants, Rhinos, leopards, and Buffaloes. You can also spot Wild dogs and other rare species.

A typical wilderness Safari in Tanzania must feature the extensive Serengeti National Park, which has one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa and it has one of the world’s natural wonders. This is the great migration (wildebeest migration) that happens every year between the Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve.

Few countries in the world equal Tanzania’s natural beauty as it has the Ngorongoro Crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is a superb natural wonder of Africa standing as the largest intact unfilled and inactive volcanic caldera. Ngorongoro Crater offers a one-stop shop for amazing wild game including the endangered Black Rhinos.

Also in Tanzania is the Gombe National Park which is home to Chimpanzee projects commenced by Jane Goodall in 1960. Besides wildlife, Tanzania is noted to be the cradle of mankind because the skull of early man was discovered at Olduvai Gorge in the 1960s by Dr. Leakey.

Tours in Tanzania take you to Zanzibar Island which is one of the best recreational destinations in the world featuring endless white sand beaches fronted by the vast Indian Ocean. The Island features a rich heritage that ranges back to Arab times, especially the Stone Town where the Sultan of Zanzibar was based.

Therefore, whether you are interested in an extensive wild game viewing experience, honeymoon and beach experience, adventure Mountain climbing tours, or culture and heritage, Tanzania safari tours are the most ideal voyages, for they take you to a destination capable of generating ultimate African Safari memories.

Best Tanzania Safari Tours | Popular Tanzania Safari Packages

Kindly note that ALL these Safari to Tanzania Itineraries can be personalized to suit your desired Tanzania itinerary, special needs, and budget, where applicable

Isabelle M
Isabelle M
05/04/2023
Amazing tour, 100% recommend Amazing experience! We had a 3 days safari with Jerome, the best guide! We’ve seen all the animals : elephants, girafs, buffalos, even the lion! The tour was amazing, with plenty of time to observe nature and animals. Wonderful experience I will never forget.
Siem v
Siem v
04/04/2023
Once in a lifetime The Murchison Falls are beautiful! Together with Prime Safari, we have enjoyed two beautiful days. Our guide Jerome made our trip a once in a lifetime. His character and knowledge were outstanding.
Marie-Hélène P
Marie-Hélène P
25/03/2023
Un safari exceptionnel Nous avons fait un safari de 3 jours durant une fin de semaine c’était incroyable. Notre guide Jerom a été vraiment super et nous a donné plein d’information intéressante ! Nous avons vu un nombre incroyable d’animaux : Antilopes de toutes sortes, buffles, éléphants, girafes a quelques mètres de nous, hyènes, lions, hippopotames, oiseaux… et aussi de magnifiques paysages. Tout était très bien organisé ! L’hotel avec vue sur le Nil était très luxueux et la nourriture excellente. Demandez pour Jerom pour une expérience inoubliable !
Eve L
Eve L
23/03/2023
Unforgettable stay at Murchison Falls We spent 3 unforgettable days in Murchison Falls conversation area with our guide Jerome. Everything was above and beyond our expectations. Jerome is extremely pleasant, knowledgeable. The Lodge and the food were amazing, and we saw so many animals up close from our open top bus! Also the logistics were on point, organizing the weekend with Cate was a breeze. Highly recommended!
Sophie F
Sophie F
19/03/2023
Safari photos! A faire! Tout était parfait! Accueil, chambres, nourriture mais surtout le safari avec le meilleur guide! On a vu tellement d'animaux et les explications étaient toujours intéressantes! Le parc prends soin des animaux et c'est rassurant!Merci Jérôme et la gang de Prime safari!
Susan P
Susan P
15/03/2023
Safari to Murchison Uganda The favourites include a knowledgeable guide who went above and beyond to help us and found hidden animals Fondly known as Pineapple man he was reliable and resourceful
poge19
poge19
15/03/2023
Murchison safari 3-4 days in Murchison. Picked up on time by Ananias after a week of NGO work with FLOW Care for Uganda. He was a great driver with a good sense of humour. He struck the right note giving information without over doing it. If any snags came up he ironed them out calmly. Pakuba Lodge was lovely and the game drives surpassed expectations. If travelling with more than 6 people a vehicle with removable roof at the front would have been preferable and I would have preferred to come back the same way on return to reduce travel time. The offer of a change and shower on return was very welcome. I would use Prime again.
Gordon Lewis
Gordon Lewis
15/03/2023
Fantastic Safari in Uganda We had a 4 day trip to Murchison Falls which included a chimpanzee trek. It was fantastic. Our driver/guide was Ananias (Mr Pineapple) and he was brilliant. He was thoughtful, accommodating and great company, but most importantly, a very safe driver. He was very skilful at spotting game and we saw lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, jackals, lots of different types of antelope, monkeys, baboons etc etc as well as many bird species.The chimp trek was the highlight, although the Nile cruise came a close second.We stayed at Pakuba lodge which was cheaper then Paraa, but better value for money. The staff were very helpful, the rooms very clean and comfortable, and the food good.Cate who runs the company with Sam her husband could not have been more helpful.
Charlotte P
Charlotte P
14/03/2023
Amzing country 🇺🇬 And guide! SSENTONGO ANANIAS has been a fantastic guide on both Muchison falls safari and Kampala tourVery knowledgeable and super easy going Always there to make sure the groupe is fine& he succeeded to manage an all-girls group 😄Also the communication woth Prime safari has been rapid and accurate all the time
othynguyen
othynguyen
07/03/2023
2 Day 1 Night Safari from Kampala We were able to schedule a 2 day 1 night trip from Kampala. Our guides were Brian and Mr. Pineapple. They were amazing guides, great drivers, and got us the best views of the animals. We left early in the morning and made it to our hotel for lunch. Then we left immediately for a 3 hour Nile River Cruise to Murchison Falls where we saw many animals relaxing along the banks and plenty of hippos lounging in the water. Make sure to bring binoculars. After this, we were taken on a late afternoon safari tour through the national park. We saw giraffes, elephants, warthogs, and many other animals. It was beautiful. We then got back to the hotel where we had dinner. We stayed at the Paara Hotel. The hotel overlooked the Nile river which was gorgeous. The amenities were very nice, food delicious, water hot, and balcony overlooking the Nile. After a restful night, we left early with a packed breakfast for another safari drive. We found a lion pride. It was so beautiful. From there, we stopped at the top of Murchison Falls and viewed the quick strong rapids before the falls. It was nice and refreshing to be misted by the water. After this, we were on our way back to Kampala. We stopped at a nice diner that had delicious whole fried fish and fries and cold beer. Then another 4 hour drive before getting to our hotel for dinner. Prime Safari did a great job of getting all the things we wanted to see based on our schedule. Brian and Mr. Pineapple were amazing guides who taught us so much during the safari. We had such a great experience and highly recommend this company. Hopefully, you will lucky enough to get these guides!! If I were to do it again, I would have liked to enjoy the hotel with a pool that overlooks the Nile and has a swim up bar for an extra day.

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Examples/Types of Tanzania Safaris/ Popular Tanzania Safari Categories

Those who undertake Tanzania safari visits mostly know the country as a paradise for wildlife tours, but a safari in Tanzania offers more than just wildlife. You will be mesmerized by the various tours Tanzania has to offer.

Below are some of these safaris in Tanzania you can always engage in Africa;

Tanzania Wildlife Safaris

Tanzania is ranked among the best countries in Africa for wildlife tours because of its astonishing numbers of wildlife. When on your visit to Tanzania wildlife safari tours, you get amazing sightings of wildlife like the big 5 African animals.

These include; Lions, Elephants, Rhinos, Leopards, and Buffaloes. You can also see the Wild dog. The best way to enjoy Tanzania wildlife viewing tours is through safari game drives and walking safaris as you can witness the great migration in Africa.

Best Places to Go for Wildlife Tours in Tanzania/ Popular Game Viewing Tanzania Safari Destinations

Wildlife tours in Tanzania are best enjoyed in the savannah game parks and wildlife game reserves.

These are the best places to enjoy wildlife tours in Tanzania Africa:

Tanzania Safaris

Serengeti National Park is the best place for wildlife tours in Africa because of its biodiversity of wildlife that inhabits the acacia trees, savanna grasslands, woodlands, and small forests.

A Serengeti National Park Tanzania safari enables you to enjoy the annual migration (wildebeest migration) which is among the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles. Over 1 million Wildebeests and Zebras move from Serengeti National Park and then across the Masai Mara River to Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya.

You can as well spot other wild animals like Elephants, Buffaloes, Cheetahs, Giraffes, Impala, Hyenas, Eland, Gazelle, Ostriches, and Wild Dogs.

The best way of encountering wildlife in Serengeti National Park is through game drives and also the hot air balloon experience as you can enjoy wildlife viewing.

Tanzania Safaris

Most popular visit Tanzania safari packages feature the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, another wonderful destination good for Tanzania wildlife viewing tours in Africa.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it has the Ngorongoro Crater which acts as a natural enclosure that keeps most of Africa’s famous wildlife together and it is on the southern circuit.

Animals in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area rarely migrate and visitors can look out for Lions, Black Rhinos, Leopards, Elephants, and Buffaloes. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is also a good spot for seeing the rare species of a Wild Dog.

Tanzania Safaris

Lake Manyara is a key factor in this national park where many animals gather making it ideal for wildlife tours and wildlife viewing in Africa. Animals to see here include Hippos, Elephants, Giraffes, Wildebeests, and the rare tree climbing Lions.

Wildlife tours to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater are combined with Lake Manyara to give unforgettable experiences.

Tanzania Safaris

Tarangire National Park is closer to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and the Masai Mara and it is on the southern circuit. It has one of the largest populations of Elephants in Africa ideal for wildlife viewing and is home to the ancient baobab trees.

Other animals to spot in Tarangire National Park are Hyenas, Giraffes, Zebras, and Wildebeests. If lucky you can as well see a Wild Dog.

Tanzania Safaris

Other places to go for wildlife safaris in Tanzania are

  • Selous Game Reserve has Wild Dogs
  • Ruaha National Park with the endangered Wild Dog
  • Katavi National Park

Birding Safaris in Tanzania

Birding tours in Tanzania are outstanding as the wild expanses of this country offer the ultimate paradise for bird lovers in Africa. There are various bird-watching areas to give you opportunities to observe birds in their nature and these are mostly game parks, reserves, lakes, and sanctuaries.

Tanzania hosts over 900 resident and 200 migrant bird species making it a good destination for birding tours.

Birding tours/birdwatching Tanzania safari trips are best enjoyed in Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Natron, Tarangire National Park, etc.

Some of the notable birds to look out for during your birding tours include Grey-headed Silverbill, Usambiro Barbet, Green-Winged Pytilia, Kori Bustard, Chestnut Sparrow, Schalow’s Turaco, Rosy-breasted Longclaw, African Crowned Eagle, Red and Yellow Barbet, Martial Eagle

Beach Safaris in Tanzania

Beach safari holidays in Tanzania are mostly for those who want to relax and enjoy the tranquil environment in Africa. Visit Tanzania and experience its many vast sandy beaches and several tropical islands off the coast of the Indian Ocean.

Tanzania is an incredibly perfect destination for beach holidays in Africa. These adventures take you on city tours to one of the tropical islands of Zanzibar that lies within the historic town of Stone Town.

Enjoy diving and snorkeling in Zanzibar, Pemba, Mafia, Fanjove, and Chumbe islands with the clear waters with a great diversity of coral and fish with good visibility.

You can as well enjoy a Spice tour trip near the stone town in Zanzibar and see how cloves and several fruits are grown.

Cultural Tours In Tanzania/ Community Tanzania Safari Adventures

Cultural Tours in Tanzania are among the interesting safari products in Tanzania that supplement a wildlife viewing trip in Africa. And several cultural sites in mainland Tanzania have been developed by the Tanzania Tourist Board with many selected villages around Arusha in northern Tanzania.

When you visit Tanzania you can find 120 tribes within its rural areas and tourists will be charmed by the different African cultural experiences these people have to offer. You get to visit the local communities and experience a typical way of life in a real African village.

During your cultural tours in Tanzania, here are some of the cultural tourism sites to visit;

  • Mto wa Mbu
  • Experiencing the Maasai culture in the Maasai Bomas in Ngorongoro Crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • Lake Eyasi home to the Hadzabe and Datoga
  • Ng’iresi Village of Wa-Arusha tribe
  • Mulala village of Wameru
  • Visit the Olduvai Gorge

Mountain Climbing Tours In Tanzania – Mountain/Trekking Hiking Safaris in Tanzania

Tanzania Mountain climbing tours take to several mountain ranges to climb and reach their peaks. The most common range for Mountain climbing tours is Mountain Kilimanjaro.

This is Africa’s tallest Mountain and there are many routes you can use to climb Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro) and the longest circuit lasts for 9 days.

Mountain climbing safaris in Tanzania are not only experienced on Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro), but they are as well enjoyed on other mountains like;

  • Mount Meru
  • Ol Doinyo Lengai
  • Usambara Mountain Range
  • Udzungwa Mountains National Park in southern Tanzania
  • Mahale Mountains
  • Rungwe Mountain

Agro-tourism in Tanzania

Agro-tourism is largely growing and most of the tourists visit Tanzania to experience how most of the crops are grown within the country. This tourism takes to various farmlands on small and large scales.

You get to see the different methods used in the agriculture of Tanzania and these are either traditional or modern methods.

These farms give you the full opportunity of interacting with the farm staff to teach you more about the farming products and you can as well engage in some of the activities.

Below are some of the best places to visit for agro-tourism in Tanzania;

  • Sisal tours in Kingolwira-morogoro Tanga regions
  • Coffee plantations in Moshi town at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro)
  • Banana plantations around the Uluguru Mountains in Morogoro
  • Strawberry farm at the Uluguru Mountains
  • Mlali Agro tourism markets

Boat Cruise Tours In Tanzania

Tanzania is a country with many lakes and rivers making it a good destination for boat tours for tourists in Africa. These water bodies are home to several wildlife that you can view during your time on the boat safari.

Some of this wildlife for wildlife viewing includes Flamingos and aquatic animals like Hippos and Crocodiles. You can view other animals that come on the shores like Elephants, Buffaloes, Warthogs, and many antelope species.

This is where you can enjoy boat tours in Tanzania;

  • Canoeing on Lake Manyara in L.Manyara National Park
  • A boat safari on the Rufiji River in Selous Game Reserve
  • Canoeing on Momella Lakes in Arusha National Park
  • A boat safari on River Wami in Saadani National Park
  • Canoeing on Lake Duluti near Arusha
  • Canoeing on Momella Lakes in Arusha National Park

Dar es Salaam City Tour

Dar es Salaam is one of the most active and crowded cities in Tanzania. Actually, it is one of the most prized cities in Tanzania.

This city has many tourist attractions travellers can see and enjoy their safari in Tanzania with no disappointments. You can visit Tanzania historical places like the Pugu Hills Forest Reserve, Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve, and Bongoyo Island.

The outstanding city trip also takes you to the modern Zoological garden and you marvel at the various animal species and plants or visit the botanical gardens.

You can also visit the museums around the city that offer a lot of historical memories. These museums include the Village Museum and the National Museum. This trip to the city is rewarding with local city markets as you can buy some souvenirs.

Tourist Attractions in Tanzania – What Things to See

Tanzania is one of the best safari destinations in East Africa because of its variety of tourist attractions.

The scenery, topography and very friendly people make Tanzania one of the best places to visit and promise the best wildlife photographic tours on the African continent. Below are some of the tourist attractions in Tanzania;

Animals In Tanzania

Tanzania harbors 20 percent of the species of Africa’s large mammal population.

It has about 310 mammal species including primates, carnivores, and small and big herbivores. It has the largest number of wildebeest and they are best observed during their great migration or annual migration and also has big 5 animals and many antelope species.

You can find animals in areas like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, etc. good for wildlife viewing in Africa.

These are some of the animals in Tanzania: Lions, Elephants, Black Rhinos, Buffaloes, Leopards, Cheetahs, Wildebeests, Chimpanzees, Giraffes, Zebras, Hyenas, Wild Dogs, Impalas, Hartebeest, Thompson Gazelles, Elands, Red Colobus Monkeys, Olive Baboons, Warthogs, Serval Cats

Birds In Tanzania

Tanzania has an amazing avifauna with a total of 1155 confirmed species of which 29 are endemic and 4 have been introduced by humans. Most of these birds are seen not elsewhere in East Africa making Tanzania a good destination for birding safari trips.

The birds are spotted within the parks, reserves, conservation areas, and around lakes and rivers, especially in the Serengeti National Park plains also known for the great migration or annual migration, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara Np, etc.

Below are some of the notable birds in Tanzania; Ashy Starling, Banded Green Sunbird, Fischer’s Lovebird, Grey-breasted Spurfowl, Iringa Akalat, Kilombero Weaver, Loveridge’s Sunbird, Moreau’s Sunbird, Pemba Green Pigeon, Pemba Scops Owl, Usambara Eagle Owl, Pemba Sunbird, Pemba White-Eye, Rufous-Tailed Weaver, Rufous-Winged Sunbird

Tanzania Mountains

This country has over 2395 named Mountains with the highest being Mt Kilimanjaro (5,895 m/19,341ft) also has Africa’s highest peak and also on the continent.

The second most prominent peak in Tanzania is the stratovolcano Mount Meru, which has 3,164 m (10,381ft) of prominence.

Also among the mountain ranges in Tanzania are a series of volcanoes and calderas and including the still-active Ol Doinyo Lengai and the Ngorongoro Crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is one of the world’s largest calderas.

Some of these mountains have been named national parks like Mount Kilimanjaro National Park (Mt Kilimanjaro) and you can visit them on your safari in Tanzania.

Other Mountains in Tanzania include Usambara Mountain Range, Udzungwa Mountains National Park, Mahale Mountains, and Rungwe Mountain

Waterbodies In Tanzania

Tanzania has several waterbodies ranging from freshwater lakes, rivers, streams, crater lakes, wetlands, and a few waterfalls.

This country is divided into 9 river basins and these are Pangani, Wami-Ruvu, Rufiji, Ruvuma, Lake Nyasa, Internal Drainage Basin, Lake Rukwa, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Victoria.

The biggest waterbody is the Indian Ocean with several highlands and beaches having white sand.

Also, there are rivers which include the Mara River, Kagera River, Magamba River, Mkuzu River, Semu River, Tarangire River in Tarangire National Park, etc.

Beaches In Tanzania

Tanzania is home to the towering Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro) with Africa’s highest peak and the wildlife of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area. However, it also boasts Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches with white sand on the coastline of the Indian Ocean and home of the stone town.

Visitors can enjoy many safari activities on these beaches like scuba diving and snorkeling which are the most popular.

Some of the famous beaches in Tanzania include Kendwa Beach, Jambiani Beach, Prison Island, Mbudya Island Beach, Nakupenda Beach, Nungwi Beach, Paje Beach, Mafia Island, etc.

Tanzania Safari Destinations | Places to Visit in Tanzania | What Are Tanzania’s Best Places to Visit?

Are you planning to Visit Tanzania for your safari holidays and you are still asking yourself where to go?

The most Unique places to visit in Tanzania are game parks, wildlife reserves, towns and cities, beaches, islands, and many more.

Below are the top Tanzania safari destinations for wildlife viewing;

Other National Parks in Tanzania are

  • Arusha National Park
  • Nyerere National Park on southern circuit
  • Katavi National Park
  • Kitulo National Park
  • Mahale Mountains National Park near Lake Tanganyika
  • Mikumi National Park
  • Mkomazi National Park
  • Ruaha National Park in southern Tanzania
  • Rubondo Island National Park,
  • Saadani National Park, etc.

Safari Activities to Do on Tanzania Tours

Tanzania is a top safari destination in East Africa. This is because it has many safari activities that it offers to tourists who visit the country for safari tours.

The best activities to enjoy while in Tanzania range from Game drives good for wildlife viewing, hot air balloon tours in Serengeti National Park, birding, Mountain climbing, walking safaris around Lake Natron, boat cruises on Lake Manyara, and many more.

These are some superb safari activities in Tanzania;

Safari game drives offer the best game viewing during Tanzania tours and they are best experienced within the savannah parks and wildlife reserves. They give you up close views of animals like the Wild dog. Also, you get to see the great migration or annual migration while on these drives.

Safari game drives are best in western Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha NP, etc. They are best early morning, afternoon, and at night.

Hot air balloon flights are a once-in-a-lifetime adventure experienced in Serengeti National Park. You get to see wildlife in an aerial view and it is the best way of experiencing the great wildebeest migration or great migration

Tanzania is a birder’s paradise with over 1,155 recorded bird species of which 29 are endemic.

Birders can enjoy birdwatching within the Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the Southern Circuit, Mt Kilimanjaro (Mount Kilimanjaro) with Africa’s highest peak, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi, Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, etc.

Mountain climbing and hiking is the best way of exploring the mountain ranges in this amazing country. Many tourists want to engage in climbing Kilimanjaro ranges and reach the Uhuru peak which is snow caped and it is Africa’s highest peak.

Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro) is indeed a natural wonder though there are other Mountains tourists can hike like Mount Meru, Ol Doinyo Lengai, Mahale Mountains, Usambara Mountain Range, etc.

Boat cruises here are experienced in several areas and they are good for spotting aquatic animals like Hippos and Crocodiles making it good for wildlife viewing.

They are best experienced on the Rufiji River, enjoy canoeing on Momella Lakes in Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara, Lake Tanganyika, on River Wami bordering Saadani National Park, the Indian Ocean, etc.

Other outstanding safari activities in Tanzania are;

  • Chimpanzee trekking in Gombe and Mahale Mountains National Park
  • Horse riding
  • Visiting Zanzibar and the Stone Town
  • Canopy walks in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • Cultural and community visits
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Safari Lodges In Tanzania | Accommodation in Tanzania

Tanzania hotels/safari lodges in Tanzania provide you with the best comfortable accommodation during your visit Tanzania trip.

These accommodation facilities are categorized into 3 classes luxury, midrange, and budget accommodation. Tourists are free to choose the suitable accommodation mode for them as they can go with a comfortable tented camp on their safari in Tanzania.

Luxury Safari Lodges in Tanzania

These safari lodges are best for those on luxury safaris in Tanzania and they are taken to be 5-star and beyond hotels.

Luxury safari lodges include;

  • Sasakwa Lodge
  • Mwiba Lodge adjoining southern Serengeti National Park
  • Faru Faru Lodge
  • Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
  • The Highlands
  • Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
  • Jabali Private House
  • Matemwe Lodge

Midrange Safari Lodges in Tanzania

These lodges are also taken to be standard hotels in Tanzania offering amazing accommodation on your luxury safari in Tanzania and they include;

  • Ang’ata camps
  • Zawadi camps
  • Ngorongoro Crater Serena Lodge
  • Maasai Land Safari Lodge
  • Tarangire Sopa Lodge
  • Farm of Dream Lodge
  • The Whisper Camps
  • Rhino Lodge

Budget Safari Lodges in Tanzania

These safari lodges offer limited services compared to other categories of accommodation in Tanzania.

Some of the budget lodges in Tanzania include; Serengeti Sound of Silence in Serengeti National Park, Africa Maasai Boma, Nyikita Lodge, Whistling Thorn Comfortable Tented Camp, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tanzania Safaris

There are several clothing wears you can put on during your Tanzanian safari and feel comfortable.

Below is what to wear for Tanzania tours;

  • Light long-sleeved shirts and trousers
  • Light shoes
  • A cap or Hat
  • Sunglasses; protect your eyes from direct sunlight and also reduce the glaze of the sun and give you clear game viewing.
  • Sweaters

When planning a trip in Tanzania let it be a luxury safari trip, there are items you need to be with you always for the entire Tanzania trip holiday.

Below is what to carry for a safari in Tanzania;

  • A good camera with extra batteries; is for capturing the good memories of your entire Tanzania trip like pictures and videos for remembrance.
  • Binoculars; are used for zooming far amazing sightings which enables you to get good wildlife viewing especially bird species.
  • A day backpack
  • Insect repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Poncho or rain jacket

Adventurous travellers can visit Tanzania all year round though the best time is during the long dry season which is mostly from July to September.

These are considered the best months for tours, for the Great Migration in Serengeti National Park, for beach holidays, and also visitors can trek north.

During this time of the year, wildlife viewing is quick and rewarding as you spot animals since the grasses are short. It is the best time to witness the true African wilderness and it also the peak season.

However, you can have a lifetime safari experience when you visit in the short rainy rain season which is from the end of October to December.

The main rainy season is from early March to the end of May. During this main rainy season, expect cold days and amazing sightings may be limited to trek north may be challenging.

The rainy seasons are the wet season and this may make some tracks hard to access as they are slippery.

You can witness the calving season of the famed great wildebeest migration in southern Serengeti National Park from January to the end of March.

Always reach out to your tour operator to know when is the wet season, the main rain season, or the dry season (peak season) and the right month to witness the great migration (Great Wildebeest Migration).

In general, Tanzania is safe for tours and safe to visit. It is the luxury safari trip capital of Africa and the government keeps it that way by providing all the required security to foreign and domestic tourists.

The country is politically stable, so expect no riots and it is free from terrorists and there are no epidemics.

Also, in the parks, let it be the more remote parks like Serengeti National Park –good for game viewing, you are accompanied by professional rangers who are armed to ensure your safety. The people are amazing as they will welcome you with a thousand smiles and you are safe to trek north.

All the food in this country is good and visitors can as well try street food like the chapatti which is amazing.

What is the average price for a safari in Tanzania? /How much is a safari tour in Tanzania? /How much does a safari in Tanzania cost? These are some of the commonly asked questions for those wishing to do trips to Tanzania.

There is no fixed price for a safari trip in Tanzania or tours as the prices depend on several factors. A Tanzania safari is mostly determined by the type of safari trip and its duration.

Other factors are the season you wish to travel in, destinations in Tanzania, mode of accommodation, tour group size, transportation used, and activities to engage in.

Below are an estimation of a Tanzania safari cost based on the seasons and per person basis

Season Budget Midrange Luxury
Rainy Seasons (April to May) $200 -$300 $ 400- $600 $800- $1000
Shoulder season  (January to March, June & October) $400 -$500 $550-$ 700 $800- $1000
Peak Season (July To September or October) $ 450 -$570 $600 -$900 $1000 -$1500

How many days are enough for Tanzania? Many adventurous travelers want to come to Tanzania but they are not sure of how days to spend on Tanzania tours. Well, there is no specific time or days for Tanzania safaris.

However, we recommend that you go on a Tanzania safari trip for a minimum of 4 days or a maximum of 7 days.

But this is not the limit as you can extend your luxury safari trip from a week to 30 days as you explore the scenic landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro) having Africa’s highest peak, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park known for the great migration, Zanzibar, and other tourist destinations in Tanzania.

Below are some of the reasons why Tanzania safari packages are so expensive.

  • The safari parks have in this country have the highest park fees.
  • Accommodation in remote parks are costly and expensive.
  • The safari vehicles are expensive to hire per day as they are mutated land cruisers.
  • Flights are costly as you have to fly to some destinations as the drives can be long and tiring.
  • Also, you have to pay all the money in US dollars, not the local currency making look too expensive.
  • All the above combined make Tanzania safari packages so expensive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park known for the great migration at the northern circuit, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro), etc.

Yes, Tanzania has good safaris and it is good for a tour trip. This country has the best African wilderness and wildlife among all African and East Africa countries. It is the only country that has set 30% of its land for wildlife conservation.

There are 22 parks, 28 game reserves, 44 game-restricted areas, 1 conservation area, and 2 marine parks.

Among these the most popular are the western Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the southern circuit, Mount Kilimanjaro (Mt Kilimanjaro) for Climbing Kilimanjaro to see Africa’s highest peak, Lake Manyara National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Tarangire National Park, etc.

Wildlife viewing is amazing in Tanzania among the savannah parks especially Serengeti National Park as you can see the wildebeest migration usually at the end of the rainy season/wet season which is among the world’s natural wonders.

Enjoy hot air balloon tours within the Serengeti National Park on the northern circuit accompanied by safari game drives in the Ngorongoro crater. Safari trips in Tanzania take you to Mt Kilimanjaro (Mount Kilimanjaro) one of the most amazing things on planet Earth and you can hike to its snowcapped peaks.

The beaches in Tanzania are unspoken for as they are rewarding with activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, etc. You can as well enjoy boat cruises, enjoy cultural tours, visit Zanzibar Island, and visit coffee plantations.

When you travel to Tanzania for safaris, expect experiences of a lifetime within this country of East Africa.

It is an outstanding destination for first-time tours as the game viewing in Serengeti National Park known for the great migration, Tarangire National Park, and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and African landscapes in the northern circuit and southern circuit is all you can hope for.

You can enjoy climbing Kilimanjaro on Mt Kilimanjaro to witness Africa’s highest peak.

Luxury safari enthusiasts will enjoy some of the more remote parks with different views of animals like the wild dog in the southern circuit and Chimpanzees as well.

Serengeti National Park is the best safari park in Tanzania located in northern Tanzania. It is the largest national park in the country covering an area of 14,763 km² and best for game viewing.

Serengeti National Park on the northern circuit is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to one of the 7 wonders of the world that is the most popular event the Wildebeest migration that happens every year starting from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Over 2 million animals take part in this great migration as they cross the Mara River.

This national park offers wildlife viewing through game drives, balloon safaris, and walking safaris. Serengeti National Park also has the big 5 animals and offers experiences of the Maasai culture and the great migration.

There is also Mt Kilimanjaro/Mount Kilimanjaro good for Mount climbing

Both countries offer a real safari experience that suit all adventurous travellers of different kinds let it be budget, midrange, or luxury travelers.

However, Kenya offers less expensive tours compared to Tanzania owing strictly to the larger parks in Tanzania like Serengeti National Park known for the great migration.

There is not much difference in terms of accommodation and activities as the prices are almost the same.

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Which safari is better Kenya or Tanzania? Both countries are amazing destinations for an African safari experience and their geography is similar. If you are interested in the great migration of wildlife, then you should be in these two countries on your safari trip.

However, which one is better for African safari trips, well both countries share a lot of things in common like they both host the wildebeest migration within the Serengeti National Park and the Masai Mara.

Apart from the Serengeti National Park and the Mara Reserve, these countries have other amazing destinations for game viewing like Kenya has Amboseli, Tsavo, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha National Parks.

And, Tanzania has Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Lake Manyara National Park and not forgetting the Ngorongoro Crater in the Southern circuit.

Yes, 7 days in Tanzania are enough to enjoy a safari in Tanzania as they give you enough time to immerse in a true African wilderness safari experience. However, do not expect to visit many parks and reserves for game viewing.

During this time you can explore one of Tanzania’s three safari circuits. You can opt to visit the northern circuit or the southern circuit and enjoy exploring western Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater in Ngorongoro Conservation Area or even visit Mt Kilimanjaro (Mount Kilimanjaro).

You can see the big 5 animals, other species, and birds and it is ideal to be a top Tanzania safari package.

Yes, there is a visa required to visit Tanzania and you need to apply for e-Visas online in advance before traveling.

An ordinary visa costs $50, a multiple-entry visa costs $100, and a business visa costs $250

It is ideal to purchase travel insurance before you visit Tanzania. This insurance will protect you in case of travel emergencies like in case you miss your flights.

A few African safari companies have travel insurance meaning that it is better to purchase travel insurance from your home country

A 7 day African safari/1 week safari in Tanzania has a wide range of prices. However, all the prices are either for budget, midrange, or luxury safari packages.

Usually, a budget 7 day African safari trip costs between $1,250 to $2,500 per person, a midrange safari package ranges from $2,500- $3,000 per person while a luxury safari trip costs between $3,000 -$4,500 per person. Keep in mind the other expense of the tipping customary

Tanzania Safari Tours Information

Tanzania Safari is one of the most popular safari destinations in Africa with an unforgettable experience that offers the opportunity to witness some of the world’s most incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.

Here are some key pieces of information to help you plan your Tanzania safari

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