Tanzania Safari Tours: 2024 – 2025
Travel to Tanzania: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Beyond
Planning a Tanzania safari tour? Our team of East Africa specialists have travelled the length and breadth of Tanzania: we have explored the world-famous Serengeti National Park during the Great Migration, and gotten drenched in the Ndutu region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area during the calving season; we’ve descended into the Ngorongoro Crater and relaxed by stunning coffee plantations in Karatu. We’ve done game drives Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and explored the remote Western parts of Tanzania: Katavi and Mahale for chimp tracking, as well as Ruaha National Park. We also know our way around Arusha and Dar es Salaam and feel at home in Stone Town and along the pristine shores of Zanzibar.
Learn more about the popular safari circuits in Tanzania below:
Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit
The Northern Circuit: Northern Tanzania Safari Parks
This very popular Tanzania safari route starts in the small town of Arusha and usually consists of Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Crater Highlands, Serengeti National Park, and Tarangire National Park. Some will extend to include the flamingo breeding grounds of Lake Natron. Mt. Kilimanjaro climbs are usually done separately, though naturally these two activities can be juxtaposed.
The Northern Circuit can be done at any time of the year. The dry season of June – October is usually most popular for great wildlife sightings and for viewing the migration in the Serengeti. January to early March is also a popular time to visit for the calving season.
Tanzania’s Southern Safari Circuit
The Southern Circuit: Southern Tanzania Safari Parks
We recommend flying into Dar es Salaam if you wish to do the Southern Circuit. Parks include Mikumi National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Udzungwa Mountains National Park, and Ruaha National Park.
It is also recommended to combine a Southern Circuit safari with a beach and marine holiday in the Zanzibar Archipelago (Zanzibar, Mafia Island, Pemba Island) — a perfect end to your Tanzania safari.
The Southern Circuit is usually best to visit in the dry season (June to October).
Tanzania’s Western Safari Circuit
The Western Circuit: Western Tanzania Safari Parks
And then there is the Western Circuit of Gombe Stream, Mahale Mountains, and Katavi Plains National Parks. This is also best visited in the dry season.
Obviously, any mix and match of these destinations is possible. But we recommend that you do not spread yourself too thin. Because we have already established that you will probably come back, take the time to savour these parks at your leisure.
Explore our Tanzania Tours & Safaris for 2024 – 2025
Looking for the Best Tanzania Safari Tours & Packages? While some of the itineraries mentioned here are for scheduled group trips, please know that it is possible to customise a private safari to Tanzania as well.
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The Eastern Serengeti is a landscape of sweeping grassy plains dotted with granite outcrops and sliced by meandering river valleys. An all-year destination, it is one of the remotest regions of the park and is home to Africa’s largest concentrations of big cats. It is ideal for photographers and adventurers who want a safari off the beaten track.
Unwind under vast African skies and discover the wild spirit of Tanzania on this leisurely safari. From Tarangire - famous for its vast elephant population and impressive baobab trees - to the world famous Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park.
In Tanzania's safari landscapes, big cats reign supreme, embodying the raw essence of the wild. Majestic lions roam the savannas, their roars echoing across the plains, while stealthy leopards lurk in the shadows, embodying grace and power. The elusive cheetahs, with their unmatched speed, add a thrill to any safari encounter, completing the triumvirate of Tanzania's iconic big cats, captivating travelers with their beauty and prowess.
Embark on a thrilling adventure through Tanzania's vast savannas and lush landscapes on a safari journey. Encounter majestic wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras roaming freely in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and breathtaking scenery of this East African gem, where every moment promises an unforgettable experience.
The Small Marsh area in Ndutu, within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, is the bustling hub of migration herds during the calving season, typically between late-January and late-February. It's a vibrant time of new life and heightened predator activity on the southern plains.
BE PART OF THE FIRST GROUP TO EVER TRAVERSE THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS NATIONAL PARK BY HOT AIR BALLOON AND EXPLORE THE HIDDEN CORNERS OF THE SERENGETI
Lose Yourself at Namiri Plains — Tanzania Safari in 2024 May to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Central Serengeti and Namiri Plains.
Northern Quest - 8 Day Flying Safari 2024 for Families, Couples, Photographers, Adventurers, Birders and Naturalists.
Secluded South - 7 Day Flying Safari 2024 for Older Families, Couples, Photographers, Adventurers, Birders and Naturalists, Outdoor Enthusiasts
A Combination of Unique Experiences, Wild Spaces, Excellent Game viewing and Superb Guiding.
Created to highlight the crowning jewels of Tanzania’s safari destinations, this 8-day classic journey takes your through the baobab and elephant dotted landscape of Tarangire, to the breathtaking Eden that is the Ngorongoro Crater, finishing in the world-renowned Serengeti, with its endless horizons and abundant wildlife.
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