Tanzania, with one of the largest populations of wildlife in the world, is an animal paradise, and an ideal place to introduce yourself to the vast array of African animals, and explore some of the national parks that Tanzania is famous for. Throw in the beautiful island of Zanzibar and you can see why Tanzania is such a popular destination.
Best Tanzania Tour Operators
These companies offer trips for 18 – 30’s where you can travel and take in highlights of Tanzania and Zanzibar. Travel with like-minded people, make new friends, see new places and enjoy the experience of your life.
Top Things to Do in Tanzania
These are some unmissable locations that most travel companies visit: Arusha, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Mikumi National Park, Moshi, Dar es Salaam, Stone Town and beaches in Zanzibar.
Northern Safari Circuit
The Northern circuit is the the hugely popular and very accessible safari region of Tanzania. Comprising of the world famous Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park, the area is a sanctuary of African wildlife.
The Serengeti is home to the annual Wildebeest migration that takes place sometime between May and June, depending on the rains. The natural land migration is a fascinating event to see as over 1.5 million wildebeests and zebras migrate across the plains. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is set within a caldera, making it a haven of concentrated wildlife.
The Selous Game Reserve is a vast 50,000 square kilometer area makes Selous one of the largest protected areas of wilderness in Africa. The game reserve has a diverse range and concentration of African wildlife in a natural and undisturbed environment.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Rising 5,895 meters, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak and the world’s highest free standing mountain. The prominent snow covered table top peak is a world class trekking destination for mountaineers and those seeking to ascend to the top of Africa! The costly hike can take from 6 – 10 days and can set you back anywhere from $1000 – $2000 (all-inclusive) depending on hiking route and company.
Zanzibar
Crystal blue waters, white sand beaches and an overall paradisiac holiday feeling. Zanzibar is one of the few places on earth that can truly deliver on this.
The Zanzibar archipelago, located just 25 kilometers off the Northeastern coast of Tanzania, is an exotic island chain to explore. Unguja island (most famous and usually referred to just as Zanzibar), is the most popular island, home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stone Town and stretches of pure white sand.
Getting to Zanzibar is easy as the Tanzanian mainland isn’t far. Most travel companies combine trips with an adventure in the Serengeti National Park before heading to this tranquil island.
Best Time to Visit Tanzania
Tanzania is an all year round destination, but July is a great time to travel here as generally there is dry weather and temperatures in the high 20 degrees Celsius.
Highlights
On a tour you can look for leopards in Tarangire National Park, or travel to the Serengeti National Park, home to lions, zebras, gazelles, impala, buffalos and many more animals.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best wildlife viewing areas in the world, with over 30,000 animals and you may even see black rhinos. The Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, so keep your eyes peeled!
The open savannah of the Serengeti and enclosed eco-system of the Ngorongoro Crater provide a contrasting view of African wildlife and landscapes and are definitely some of the undoubted highlights of the country.
Most tours ends in Arusha, but many trips also visit the exotic spice island of Zanzibar, famous for the fascinating and ancient Stone Town, and palm fringed sandy beaches. Smell & taste the spices, explore the alleyways of Stone Town with its imposing doors, dive or snorkel the unspoilt reefs or simply sit back in one of the bars and enjoy the African sunset.
Popular Activities
As well as going on safari, here are some more popular excursions:
- Serengeti Hot Air Ballooning
- Spice Island Tour
- Prison Island Snorkelling
- Swimming With Dolphins