TANZANIA
ABOUT TANZANIA
- Home of the Great Wildebeest Migration
- An abundance of wildlife in every park and game reserve
- Fascinating cultures, tasty traditional cuisines, and warm welcoming people
TANZANIA VERSUS AFRICA
Tanzania easily beats other African countries when it comes to safari activities and outdoor adventures. Its abundance of wildlife alone, including the big 5, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, bushbucks, crocodiles and hundreds of distinct bird species make it one of the leading safari destinations across the continent. There’s also the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration which begins and ends in Tanzania.
HIGHLIGHTS
Wildlife Destinations
Tanzania boasts several parks and game reserves, all home to robust populations of wildlife and hundreds of bird species
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Conquer the tallest mountain in Africa while also enjoying close encounters with amazing wildlife and unique flora and fauna
Zanzibar
No vacation in Tanzania is complete without a visit to the stunning beaches of Zanzibar. It’s an experience unlike any other
Favorite Tanzania Trips
9 Days / 8 Nights Selous / Ruaha / Mikumi
6 Days / 5 Nights Lake Manyara / Serengeti / Ngorongoro / Tarangire
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Tarangire National Park
5 Days / 4 Nights Manyara / Serengeti / Ngorongoro
WHEN TO TRAVEL
Tanzania is a year-round travel destination, though your budget and preferences will usually inform the best time to make the trip. We’ve put together this snapshot below to give you a better idea of what to expect when planning your Tanzanian adventure.
BEST WEATHER
The best weather for safari and beach activities is during the dry season which typically ranges from June to October
WORST WEATHER
The rainy season (March and April) is not always ideal for outdoor activities, although the beautiful lush scenery does make for amazing photo backdrops
BEST TIME
The best time to visit Tanzania for Safari is from June to October and January to February
HIGH SEASON
Tanzania’s high season falls between June and October. Expect parks to be crowded especially those in the northern circuit
LOW SEASON
March and April usually see the lowest number of visitors across Tanzania’s parks due to the heavy rains