Tanzania Safari

Tanzania safari packages are some of the most sought packages by a number of travelers and this is attributed to the fact that this East African country has a lot that you can do while within her boundaries. Whether you are planning for Tanzania safari tours as a group, family and friends or as a couple, this country has an activity for everyone regardless of your age.

While in Tanzania, you can visit the cool and beautiful beaches, the various towns where you will get to see how the local communities interact with each other, their culture, food and so much. Your Tanzania safari is definitely incomplete if you do not visit the various National Parks in the country for Tanzania wildlife viewing safaris.

Many of the travelers usually come to Tanzania to see the popular wildebeest migration between Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masaai Mara National Park. On your Tanzania safari tour, other wildlife species that you can see in the various parks in the country include thousands of zebras, the different species of birds, the big five animals that include; buffaloes, lions, leopards, elephants and rhinos. Others include cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, hippos, gazelles, jackals, hyenas, sable, mongoose, impala, kudu, topis, kongonis, hartebeest (in Tarangire Park), eland, bushbuck and very many other wildlife species.

Tanzania National parks you can visit to have a look at these wildlife species are Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorogoro crater and all these are found within the northern circuit in Tanzania.

Apart from wildlife safaris in Tanzania, there other exciting places that you can visit and be assured of a memorable and rewarding experience. These include; Mt. Kilimanjaro hiking tours, Ngorogoro crater, beach tours, cultural tours and so much more.

Whether it’s a self drive Tanzania safari or guided tour that you need for your African trip, we guarantee you that you will get the utmost best experience on your trip. We arrange both luxury and budget Tanzania safari tours whether you are coming on a solo, with a group of friends, family or even as a couple.

Best time to go for Tanzania safari tours

Tanzania is one of the top countries that you can visit on your African trip and this can be visited throughout the year but to have the best experience, you will need to visit during the dry season of the year that takes between the months of June to September and December to February.

This is because during this period, the country is receiving less or no rainfall at all which does make roads within National Parks and other places within the country less slippery and passable thus making it the best time you can visit the country.

During the wet season, the country does receive a lot of rainfall which might hinder with your itinerary and also this does make roads within the park slippery. However when you hire a 4×4 car in Tanzania, you will be able to navigate these roads with ease.

If you want to see the popular wildebeest migration, the best time to come and have a look at these species as they migrate between the Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai mara National Park is during the June – July time of the year.

However, regardless of the season you choose to visit Tanzania, you will be able to have a memorable and rewarding experience.

Wildlife safaris in Tanzania

Your Africa safaris is incomplete if you don’t get the chance to visit Tanzania to explore a number of National parks where you will be able to see the various wildlife species as they roam in their natural habitat. All the parks are situated in the northern circuit and some of the animals that you will be able to see include lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, several species of birds, gazelles, rhinos, wildebeests, zebras and these are found in;

Serengeti National Park

Popularly known to be the best place you can see the wildebeest migration, Serengeti National situated in the northern circuit of Tanzania is the country’s and Africa’s most visited national park and this is attributed to the vast number of wildlife species. Some of the popular wildlife species that you can look forward to seeing while on your Tanzania safari include the popular tree climbing lions and other predators.

Ngorogoro conservation area

Another place that you definitely can’t afford to miss out on your trip is the Ngorogoro conservation area also situated in the northern circuit. While here, be rest assured that you will have a look at the big five game animals and also visit the popular archeological site, Olduvai gorge where the skull of the first man was discovered.

You will as well visit the crater lakes situated here and get to capture the incredible views.

Tarangire National Park

Situated just a few kilometers from Arusha, Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most visited places in the northern circuit and it is popularly known to be home to herds of elephants and the mini- wildlife migration during the dry season of the year. Some of the wildlife species you can see here include; impalas, elands, buffaloes, giraffes, Bohor reedbuck, Coke’s hartebeest, Thompson’s gazelle, fringe –eared Oryx, black rhinos, big numbers of elephants gather here as well as the wildebeests and zebras. Among the other common animals in the Tarangire are the leopards, lions, hyenas, and cheetah among others.

Lake Manyara National Park

On your wildlife viewing safaris in Tanzania, another national park that you definitely have to visit in Lake Manyara National Park that’s also popular to be home to the tree climbing lions and flamingos as well.

Other destinations you can visit for wildlife vieiwing apart from those situated in the Northern circuit include; Arusha National park, Mt. Kilimanjaro, katavi national park, mahale mountains national park among others.

If you are coming for bird-watching safari tours, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and other parks are so far the best places you can explore and have a look at the various species of birds that do roam in the national parks. These include ostriches, flamingos, secretary bird, and yellow billed stock among others.

Other safari packages include boat cruise safaris, Tanzania adventure tours, cultural tours where you will get to visit the different communities to learn so much about their culture and much more, fishing safaris and agro tours as well.

If hiking is your thing, Mt. Kilimanjaro which is has Africa’s highest peak is the best place to go. Whether it’s your first time to hike mountains or usual hiker, Kilimanjaro will present you with a rewarding experience.

How much is a Tanzania safari

This is one of the main questions that a number of travelers planning to visit Tanzania raise. However, the cost of your Tanzania safari is determined by a few factors and these do include; the number of days you prefer to spend on your safari, the type of accommodation you prefer (budget, mid-range or luxury), the number of people you are coming with on a safari, the destinations you are visiting and the type of Tanzania package you would interested in.

Having considered the above factors, you will be able to come up with how much a Tanzania safari trip will cost you.

What safari park is the best in Tanzania?

Each of the National parks in Tanzania offer a unique experience but to have the best and rewarding experience while on your trip, visiting the Serengeti National Park will live you wanting to come back for another trip through the park’s boundaries. This is the most visited national park in Africa and Tanzania because of so much that it does have to offer.

Is Tanzania safari safe?

Safety has always been our top priority and we assure you that Tanzania is among the safest places you can visit and be assured of a hassle free experience.

The country has not registered any single case against international travelers for decades thus rendering it one of the best places in Africa where you can go for a safari and be sure that you will get back home safely.

Whether you are America, from UK, the Netherlands, Germany, Australia among others, we give you our assurance that you will be safe.

You can as well opt for Tanzania safaris and Zanzibar to go and have a look at the beautiful beach and coastal towns.

To visit Tanzania, you will need to have acquired a visa that will allow you into the country and we also recommend ensuring that you do have insurance as well.

Whether you are looking for Tanzania safaris from Zanzibar or any other location, we are the right company you can trust for either your budget Tanzania safaris or luxury Tanzania safaris packages .

What to carry for your Tanzania safaris tours

To have the best experience on your Tazania safari, we recommend that you do carry the following;

• Binoculars, camera to have the best viewing experience.
• Clothes with dull colors like khaki
• Hiking shoes
• Torch
• First aid kit
• Waterproof jackets
• Avoid packing plastics
• Visa
• Hats and sun protection glasses
• Insect repellent
• Toileteries
• Valid passport

To book your Tanzania safari with us, kindly send us an email on info@selfdrivestanzania.com or alternatively call us on +256 704538374 and our team will brief you with each and everything you need to know about Tanzania.