Tanzania is one of the most beautiful safari destination in Africa. In addition to having the largest game reserve in Africa, it is home to the deepest lake in the world, the Tanganyika, The highest mountain in Africa and home to the wildebeest migration safari. A safari in Serengeti is the highland of many traveling to Tanzania. The thousands of herbivores crossing the river in search of pasture is a spectacle to behold. Lying in wait in the river are the gigantic Nile crocodiles while the wild cats await on the opposite side prey upon unsuspecting and exhausted wildebeests. This is the unfolding of nature as raw as it can get. Only the strong survive and continue forth the generation of life.
The Ngorongoro, which stand as ass the widest caldera in the world is a place where you can see all the big five on your game drive. Selous is the largest reserve in Africa yet less explores. Gamedrives here are highly rewarding and quite special. You enjoy the sights and sounds without the distraction of roving tourist vehicles. A boat ride in the flowing rivers is a special experience. Mahale national park give you an opportunity to trek with the chimpanzees while Manyara is home to tree climbing lions and colorful flamingos.
In the months of January and February, the calving in Ndutu plains is a sight that leaves you in awe. Thousands of wildest calves are born in synchrony at a time. This wonder of nature improves for their chances of survival as predators are usually overwhelmed. For the intrepid traveler, it’s not complete until you treks to the highest roof top in Africa, the Mount Kilimanjaro. For the Gem Lovers, get yourself a beautiful tanzanite piece to take to your loved one back home.
Zanzibar is a must for any bush and beach safari package. The old historical spice town is rich with history and culture. Further north the white beautiful beaches add to the barefoot luxury beach experience in Tanzania. Engage our Kenya & Tanzania safari experts for the best memorable safari experience with an out of African feel.
Why travel to Tanzania?
It is one of the best safari countries in East Africa. The different and attractive wildlife destinations in Tanzania offer you an opportunity to explore different experiences. Either by road, air or walking, every opportunity to see this beautiful safari destination is really gratifying. The locals are also welcoming and the safari guides very eager to show you around and share knowledge.
What is the best time to Visit Tanzania
Tanzania can be an all-round holiday destination except for the month of April when we have very heavy rains in East Africa. During the rains, the all-weather roads become almost impassable and accessibility within the parks can be a vigorous and tiresome muddy experience. Most of the tented camps also close at this time and its good to check with your safari travel planner what is open and where.
When can you view animals in Tanzania?
The national parks and game reserve in Tanzania are open all year round. However it is good to know that this places are vast and therefore wildlife is widespread and not in necessarily one area. This habitats as are natural as it can get. The Wildebeest calving happens in the month of February. The wildebeest migration reaches its peak between May and June when the herbivores cross over to the Masai Mara in Kenya. Late June to October is the perfect time to visit Tarangire as the river draws the wildlife back in to the park.
From June to October, you can gladly enjoy the warm Zanzibar beach and spice tours. The warm months between Dec to March and between July to October are the perfect for trekking the Kilimanjaro. Let us know your interest and we shall customize a safari to Tanzania perfect for you.
What safari experiences can I combine with Tanzania?
There are several ways in which you can make most of your safari time while in east Africa. Safari combos are easily doable the easy accessibility by road or by air.
The Serengeti is an extension of Kenya’s masai Mara and it would therefore be very ideal if you do a Kenya and Tanzania safari. Wildlife is the same except for particular species like the gorillas that can only be found outside its borders. Experiences, accommodations and topography are varied. Each offering its own uniqueness. You can also combine this safari to east Africa combo with the gorillas trekking in Rwanda or Uganda.
How to get to Tanzania.
The road, air and train network in Tanzania is great. Depending on where you are coming from, you only need a visa and a yellow fever card at hand to explore this beautiful safari destination. The airports infrastructure is great. Tanzania enjoys a good number of international flights. If you are traveling from Nairobi, a shuttle or private transfer from the Kenya’s capital takes 4.5 hours.
The people of Tanzania are quite friendly and always welcome you with a smile.
With professional and qualified guides and safari experts like ourselves, then Tanzania should be your safari destination of choice.
72 Hours – Covid-19 Travel requirements In Tanzania.
The pandemic has hit globally, far and wide and Tanzania is no exception.
As a responsible traveler, you will be expected to adhere to the covid-19 health precautions at all times.
Traveler to Tanzania have been advised to wear mask at all time and also require a Covid-19 negative test before entry. This must be valid 72 hrs. to arrival. Residents and traveler to Tanzania must also take a mandatory rapid test at their point of entry especially if coming from a country with high and rising cases. A 14 days quarantine will be self-sponsored.
Traveler are also required to fill an online traveler’s surveillance form which should be filled 24 hours before you arrive.
Depending on your airline and destination, you may be required to take a Covid test before arrival and when departing from Tanzania.
Please engage us for further guideline and advise on the frequently updated safari requirements to Tanzania.
