Tours through Tanzania

Different regions of Tanzania are rewarding at different times of year. The drier months are particularly popular for safari because animals gather more frequently around water and many tracks are easier to travel.

The green season can also be very appealing, with lush landscapes, fewer visitors and especially diverse birdlife.

Large wildebeest and zebra herds move throughout the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem all year. Their location depends strongly on rainfall and available grazing.

If seeing the migration is a priority, the travel season and region should be matched carefully.

The classic safari regions offer very good chances of seeing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and numerous antelope species. Leopards, cheetahs and hyenas also occur in many areas.

Wildlife viewing remains a natural experience and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a large volcanic caldera with a high density of wildlife. Many species live within a relatively compact area on the crater floor, which can make for especially rewarding safari experiences.

Yes. A safari tour in northern or southern Tanzania combines very well with several days on Zanzibar. Many travellers choose this pairing to follow intensive safari days with time by the coast.

Routine vaccinations should be checked before travel. A malaria risk exists in various regions of Tanzania.

The appropriate precautions depend on your route, travel season and personal circumstances. Individual travel-health advice before departure is therefore recommended.

Yes. The northern safari circuit in particular combines the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire, offering a varied selection of well-known protected areas and strong wildlife-viewing opportunities.

For a first safari, it provides a broad introduction to the landscapes and wildlife of East Africa.