TANZANIA HOLIDAYS
TANZANIA SAFARIS
Experience Tanzania’s Legendary Wildlife and Landscapes
2 Nights / 3 Days
Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire National Park (or Lake Manyara National Park)
from: £ 810.00 per person
For those ‘short on time’ these packages are designed to offer visitors a short but intense safari experience. Select from tours combining Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara National Park.
6 Nights / 7 Days
Arusha – Tarangire – Ngorongoro – Serengeti – Lake Manyara – Arusha
from: £ 3,130.00 per person + International Flights
Tanzania Simba Safari takes you through some of Tanzania’s finest National Parks for an exciting Safari experience. This Safari is a Join-In Safari with minimum 2 persons guaranteed departure and maximum of 6 persons.
Private Safari option available without restrictions.
6 Nights / 7 Days
Dar-es-Salaam – Selous Game Reserve – Ruaha Game Reserve – Dar-es-Salaam
from £3,105.00 per person
A superb Tanzania Southern Safari taking you to two of the country’s best reserves. The focal point in both parks are the major rivers, Rufiji River in Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha River in Ruaha National Park. The game viewing in both is extraordinary .
7 Nights / 8 Days
Dar-es-Salaam – Selous – Ras Kutani Beach – Dar-es-Salaam
from £ 2,770.00 per person
A wonderful combination of Tanzania’s Selous Safari combined with the glorious Indian Ocean beach of Ras Kutani. Combine’s Tanzania’s Southern reserve, the Selous Game Reserve and the tranquil Indian Ocean shores of Tanzania.
7 Nights / 8 Days
Arusha – Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara – Arusha
from: £ 2,975.00 per person + International Flights
Experience the memories of a life-time on the Tanzania Royal Safari circuit. This Safari is a Join-In Safari with minimum 2 persons guaranteed departure and maximum of 6 persons. .
7 Nights / 8 Days
Kilimanjaro Climb
from: £ 1,875.00 per person
Climb the rooftop of Africa ! Feel the exhilaration as you become a member of an elite group, those who have stood on the highest point in all of Africa. Rising in absolute isolation, at 5,895m, Kilimanjaro is one of the highest walkable summits on the planet.
9 Nights / 10 Days
Arusha – Tarangire – Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara – Arusha
from: £7680.00 per person
An exclusive sky safari that incorporates northern Tanzania’s highlights. From the national parks of Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater to the unique game viewing of Serengeti National Park.
TANZANIA SAFARIS AND TOURS
Tanzania Safari Holidays – Highlights
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Explore the Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations and home to the spectacular Great Migration.
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Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a remarkable natural sanctuary with exceptional year-round wildlife viewing.
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Discover Tarangire National Park, renowned for its huge elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful landscapes.
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Visit Lake Manyara, known for its diverse wildlife, birdlife and spectacular setting beneath the Rift Valley escarpment.
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Venture into southern Tanzania, where Nyerere National Park and Ruaha offer wonderfully wild, less-crowded safari experiences.
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Track chimpanzees in western Tanzania, exploring the remote forests of Mahale Mountains or Gombe.
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Combine safari and Zanzibar, finishing your wildlife adventure with white-sand beaches and the warm Indian Ocean.
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Enjoy a tailor-made Tanzania safari, combining the parks, camps and experiences that best suit your travel style and budget.
Fascinating Facts
- Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain, rising to 5,895 metres above sea level and providing one of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes.
- The Serengeti hosts one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles, with vast herds of wildebeest and zebra moving through the ecosystem during the Great Migration.
- Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, and its fertile floor supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife.
- Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most famous national parks, including Serengeti, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ruaha and Nyerere.
- Zanzibar has a fascinating cultural heritage, shaped over centuries by African, Arab, Indian and European influences.
- Olduvai Gorge is one of the world’s most important archaeological sites, with discoveries that have contributed enormously to our understanding of early human history.
- Tanzania gained independence in 1961, while Zanzibar became independent in 1963; the two united in 1964 to form Tanzania.
- Tanzania offers remarkable safari diversity, from the classic northern circuit to the remote wilderness areas of southern and western Tanzania.
Useful Tanzania Information
Entry Requirements: British citizens travelling to Tanzania for tourism normally require a visa. An eVisa may be obtained before travel, and travellers should check the latest official entry requirements before departure.
Passport: Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and have sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
Health: Yellow fever vaccination certification may be required depending on where you are travelling from or have transited. Travellers should check current health advice before departure.
Malaria: Malaria is present in Tanzania, including many safari areas. Speak to your doctor or travel health professional about suitable malaria precautions before travelling.
Money: The local currency is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). US dollars are also widely used in the tourism industry, particularly at safari camps and lodges.
Language: Swahili and English are widely used, with Swahili spoken throughout the country.
Electricity: Tanzania operates on a 230V supply and Type G plugs are commonly used. A universal travel adaptor is useful.
Travel Tip: Entry and health requirements can change, so always check the latest official advice before travelling.
Key Tanzania Safari Considerations
Getting Around: Tanzania is a large country, and safari itineraries often combine road transfers with light aircraft flights. The northern safari circuit is generally accessed via Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha, while southern Tanzania is commonly reached via Dar es Salaam.
Safari Areas: The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Lake Manyara form Tanzania’s famous northern circuit. For a more remote experience, Ruaha and Nyerere National Park offer superb wildlife viewing with fewer visitors.
Safari Flights: Flying between safari areas can save considerable travelling time. Light aircraft have strict luggage allowances, and soft-sided bags are usually required.
Road Safaris: Northern Tanzania is particularly well suited to travelling with a private driver-guide, allowing several parks to be combined in one itinerary.
Safari & Beach: Tanzania is ideal for combining a safari with Zanzibar, giving you wildlife, culture and an Indian Ocean beach stay in one holiday.
Travel Tip: Tanzania offers many different safari styles and budgets. We can recommend the best combination of parks, camps and transport depending on your travel dates and interests.
The Best Time for a Tanzania Safari
The best time for a Tanzania safari is generally from June to October, during the main dry season when wildlife is often easier to spot around rivers and water sources.
January to March can also be an excellent time to travel, particularly in the southern Serengeti and Ndutu area, where the wildebeest calving season usually takes place.
April and May bring the main rains. Some camps close and certain roads can become more difficult, but travellers who don’t mind some rain can benefit from greener landscapes, fewer visitors and attractive seasonal rates.
June to October offers excellent general game viewing across many of Tanzania’s safari areas. July and August are particularly popular, so the best camps should be booked well in advance.
November and December usually bring the shorter rains, transforming the landscape and offering another rewarding period for wildlife and birdlife.
Travel Tip: Tanzania is a year-round safari destination, but the best area depends on when you travel and what you most want to see. We can recommend the right parks and camps for your dates.
Tips for the Great Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a year-round natural spectacle, with huge herds moving through the Serengeti ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water.
January to March: The southern Serengeti and Ndutu area are particularly rewarding, with the wildebeest calving season usually taking place during this period.
April to June: The herds generally begin moving north and west through the Serengeti. This can be an excellent time for dramatic wildlife encounters and fewer visitors.
July to October: The migration typically reaches the northern Serengeti, where famous river crossings may occur as herds move between Tanzania and Kenya.
November to December: The herds generally begin their journey south again as seasonal rains encourage fresh grazing across the Serengeti.
Travel Tip: The migration is a natural event and exact timings vary each year. We’ll recommend the best safari areas and camps for your travel dates to give you the best possible chance of seeing the herds.
Planning a Tanzania Safari
Tanzania safari holidays should be designed around you. From the vast plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire, Ruaha and the beaches of Zanzibar, there are many ways to experience Tanzania.
Tell us your preferred travel dates, budget and the experiences that interest you most, and we’ll help create a tailor-made Tanzania safari designed around you.
Whether you want to follow the Great Migration, enjoy a classic northern circuit safari, explore quieter southern reserves or combine your safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach stay, we can bring it all together.
Tanzania safari holidays also combine beautifully with Kenya for an unforgettable East Africa experience.
Let us create your perfect Tanzania adventure.
Planning Your Safari?
Our Safari Planning Guide has useful information about safari accommodation, game drives, fly-in and road safaris, what to pack, baggage, photography, tipping and more.
