Where to go
Where to go Safari with Us
Tanzania stands as a top destination in African tourism. It is where the cliché of “lion king” comes to life, where snowcapped peaks defy the equator, and where the Indian Ocean meets ancient spice routes.
But Tanzania is always vast, logistically complex, and expensive. This guide cut through the noise to help you plan the safari of a lifetime.
Where to go: three areas of interest
Most travellers underestimate the size of Tanzania, to maximize your time, focus on one of these three primary circuits.
The Northern circuit (classic safari)
This is the most popular route, offering the highest concentration of wildlife. You will find; Serengeti National Park: famous for the Great Migration, endless plains and good number of the African big cats.
Ngorongoro Crater: a UNESCO World Heritage site. It`s a volcanic caldera teeming with the high concentration of wildlife including the “Big Five” it is small enough to explore in one day.
Tarangire National Park: famous for large elephant herds and giant baobab trees.
Lake Manyara: known for tree-climbing lions and picturesque landscape of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Arusha National Park: known for rare black and white colubus monkey, flamingos at lake momella and Mount Meru nature hike accompanied by a armed ranger.
Timing: Chasing the Great Migration
This is the most popular route, offering the highest concentration of wildlife. You will find; Serengeti National Park: famous for the Great Migration, endless plains and good number of the African big cats.
Ngorongoro Crater: a UNESCO World Heritage site. It`s a volcanic caldera teeming with the high concentration of wildlife including the “Big Five” it is small enough to explore in one day.
Tarangire National Park: famous for large elephant herds and giant baobab trees.
Lake Manyara: known for tree-climbing lions and picturesque landscape of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Arusha National Park: known for rare black and white colubus monkey, flamingos at lake momella and Mount Meru nature hike accompanied by a armed ranger.
The summit: Mount Kilimanjaro
The “roof of Africa” stands at 19341 feet above sea level (5895 m). Most popular climbing routes are;
Marangu route: the “the Coca-cola” route. Uses huts (dorm style) instead of tents. Best for clients who want comfort and simplicity; the trail is relatively steady and less technical, making it feel easier physical compared to steeper routes. It takes 6 days.
Machame route: the “Whiskey” route. Scenic, steeper, better for acclimatization. Because of its beauty and success rate, it is one of the busiest routes – especially in peak season. Unlike Marangu, there are no huts, you sleep in tents which gives you a more authentic mountain adventure. It takes 6 – 7 days.
Rongai route: known for quiet and less crowded and drier climate. Northern side receives less rainfall, making Rongai a good option during the rainy season. The route passes through remote, unspoiled areas with a real “off-the-beaten-path” vibe. It takes 6 – 7 days.
Beach Relaxation: Zanzibar
Usually, an add-on after a wildlife safari, Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago off the coast.
Stone Town: a maze of alleyways, history, and Swahili culture.
Nungwi and Kendwa (North): best for swimming because the tide doesn’t recede too far.
Paje and Jambiani (East): best for kite-surfing and chilling, through the tide goes out nearly 1 mile (1.6 km)
