Tanzania Safaris

Tanzania Safaris

Tanzania Safaris are envy to many other Africa safaris. Tanzania safaris take tourists to the top notch of a safari destinations in East Africa; the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar which is home to some of the most beautiful and refreshing white sand beaches in the world. Tanzania is home to a variety of tourist destinations. Tanzania national parks all have a unique and special appeal which makes the country a real contender for a mix of a typical Africa safari and paradise of palm tree and white sand beaches at the coast of the Indian Ocean. Tanzania is a favourite safari destination amongst a number of tourists all over the world.

Where to go for Tanzania safaris

All over Tanzania, there are various tourist destinations that can be visited to experience a Tanzania safari or Tanzania tour. When picking or planning for a Tanzania safari, it is important to know and consider whether you want to experience the famous northern circuit, western circuit or the much quieter southern circuit.

The northern circuit is the most visited by tourists on Tanzania safaris. The northern circuit hosts the famous Serengeti National Park well renowned for the annual great wildebeest migration where over a million wildebeests cross to Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Park along with other wild animals like zebras and antelopes thereby attracting a high concentration of predators like lions, leopards and crocodiles as they feast on them in a survival for the fittest scenario that attracts hundreds of tourists every single year. The Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara offer great big game drives to see the big 5 and so much more.

The southern circuit has tourists experiencing the amazing off-the-beaten-track wildlife regions like Ruaha National Park and Selous Game Reserve. The burnt red earth host predators that can be seen on a game drive. 

The western Tanzania circuit is the least visited region in Tanzania, offers primates in addition to safaris say chimpanzees in Mahale Mountain National Park.

The Tanzania coastal region and Zanzibar Island along other islands like Pemba and Mafia give paradise-like experience with sandy beaches and various water sport. Combining the bushy and savannah plains with the white sand beaches and turquoise waters is a great way to experience Tanzania, and very popular amongst honeymooners. 

While on Tanzania safari tour, you shall enjoy a variety of destination activities including game drives, game viewing, walking safaris, boating safaris, horseback safaris, mount climbing of the Kilimanjaro, among so many others. 

When to go for Tanzania safaris

Tanzania safaris are available to do all year long. The best time to go to Tanzania for a Tanzania safari tour is January, February and from June to October. The rest of the months receive a bit of rainfall and thus make some of the paths inaccessible. Some tourists however do welcome the adventure to experience even what others would consider challenging. On the good side though, some destinations are even the more beautiful during the rainy season say the Ngorongoro Crater. 

Tanzania safaris offer a variety of accommodation facilities that tourists can stay in. These come in ranges with options ranging from super luxury to budget options fit for all kinds of travellers. Camping while on Tanzania safaris is very adventurous and fun, be it in tented camps or solid-built camps. The lodges and resorts vary too according to one’s budget. Be sure to book early for your preferred lodging option.

Tanzania safaris have many safari packages that tourists can choose from or better yet get an idea of what they would like to do. Below are some of the Tanzania safaris tour packages that you can book to experience a typical and memorable Tanzania safari. Note that they can be customized to fit your preference and tastes.