Tanzania

Nature's Greatest Show, Unscripted

Embark on an extraordinary adventure in Tanzania by starting your experience with bush safaris at the awe-inspiring Serengeti National Park, where the Great Migration unfolds, showcasing millions of wildebeest and zebras. Take a ride across the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with diverse wildlife.

At A Glance
Nearest Airport
Arusha/Kilimanjaro/Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar
Best Time to visit
June to February
Activities
Hiking, Mobile Safaris, Game Drives, Privately Guided Trips, Trekking, Cycling, Scuba Diving and Snorkeling.
Min Recommended Stay
07 to 08 days

Explore the pristine landscapes of Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds amidst iconic baobab trees. Discover the unique ecosystems of the Selous Game Reserve, one of Africa’s largest protected areas. If you seek adventure, plan a summit hike to the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. You can then head to the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar, where turquoise waters and white sands create a perfect tropical escape to unwind. Dive into the vibrant coral reefs of Mafia Island, home to an abundance of marine life. Witness the flamingos at Lake Manyara, and explore its lush groundwater forests. Tanzania promises an unforgettable journey through some of the most stunning natural landscapes on Earth.

HAPPY HATHI TIP

Tanzania is a country worth exploring slowly maybe even more than once. The Serengeti deserves time, not a rush-through. Beyond safaris, there are coffee farms near Kilimanjaro, Maasai villages, and parks like Tarangire and Lake Manyara, each with its own magic. For something unforgettable, trek with wild chimpanzees in Mahale Mountains. It’s raw, real, and deeply moving, Tanzania at its most extraordinary. Let us help you experience it the right way.

Trip Extensions: Kenya and Other countries in Africa.

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Happy Hathi Recommends

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Hike Ol Doinyo Lengai: Climb the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano for a surreal adventure. Its ash-covered summit and views over Lake Natron make this a sacred, otherworldly trek worth the effort. 
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Trek Mt Kilimanjaro: Summit Africa’s highest peak via routes like Machame or Rongai. Kilimanjaro offers breathtaking views, changing landscapes, and the ultimate sunrise moment from the rooftop of the continent. 
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Southern Tanzania Safaris: Head south to Ruaha and Selous for raw, crowd-free safaris. Expect massive elephant herds, river predators, and a true sense of wilderness few others ever experience. 
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Stone Town & Island Diving: Explore Zanzibar’s Stone Town alive with Swahili history. Then dive Mnemba, Pemba, or Chumbe. From coral gardens to big pelagics, Tanzania’s underwater world is endlessly captivating. 

Suggested Itineraries

Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

East African Wilderness

13 nights, 14 days

Witness the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara and Serengeti

Game drives across two of Africa’s top parks

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Untamed Tanzania

13 nights, 14 days

Game drives in Serengeti during the Great Migration

Spot wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Southern Tanzania’s Hidden Gems

13 nights, 14 days

Boat and walking safaris in Selous Game Reserve

Game drives in Ruaha, home to Lions, Elephants, and rare Antelopes

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Kenyan Wild & Waves

13 nights, 14 days

Game drives in Maasai Mara during the Great Migration

Spot the Big Five and dramatic river crossings

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Peaks, Plains & Paradise

15 nights, 16 days

Trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via Machame Route

Game drives in the Serengeti during the Great Migration

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

The Great Kenyan Safari

13 nights, 14 days

Game drives in Maasai Mara during the Great Migration

Spot Wildebeest, Zebras, and Big Five sightings

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Lemurs, Landscapes & Living Culture

12 nights, 13 days

Lemur spotting in Andasibe forests

Explore Ranomafana’s rainforest trails

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Safari, Wildlife, Exploration Privately Guided

South Africa’s Living Landscapes

14 nights, 15 days

Explore the verdant Blyde River Canyon and drive along the panoramic Panorama Route, with breathtaking geological landmarks like Bourke’s Luck Potholes.

Discover semi-arid wonder in Karoo National Park—home to endemic herbivores, rare birds, and cliffside panoramas.

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Ultimate Botswana – A Private Charter Safari

13 nights, 14 days

Drift silently in mokoro canoes through papyrus-lined Okavango Delta channels

Track lions, leopards, and wild dogs on game drives

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Wildlife, Safari, Exploration Privately Guided

Uganda Uncovered

13 nights, 14 days

Trek to see gorillas in Bwindi’s dense rainforest

Track chimpanzees and spot birds in Kibale

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