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Tanzania Holidays
Tanzania’s north is home to world-famous reserves and a diverse range of beautiful landscapes. Spot flamingos and lions by picturesque Lake Manyara, see the Big 5 within one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas at the Ngorongoro Crater and discover an astonishing variety of wildlife plus the great migration in the magnificent Serengeti.
For an off the beaten track experience head to Tanzania’s south, where the reserves of Selous and Ruaha offer vast wilderness and far fewer visitors. Or fly to the shores of Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania's west where the remote and little visited Mahale Mountains National Park is arguably the best place in the world to track chimpanzees.
Just a short hop from the mainland, the exotic islands of Zanzibar and Pemba are the ideal destination for a relaxing beach break, with powder soft sands and aquamarine waters.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO TANZANIA
Classic Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach
15 days / 14 nights
from £2,829
Opportunities to spot the Big 5 Lake Manyara Wide plains of the Serengeti Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire National Park Unwind in Zanzibar after your safari
from £2,829
Ngorongoro & Serengeti Explorer (private)
6 days / 5 nights
from £2,314
Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti National Park
from £2,314
Gorillas & Game Parks
8 days / 7 nights
from £5,225
Mountain Gorillas Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater
from £5,225
Zazu Safari & Exotic Zanzibar
14 days / 13 nights
from £Please contact us
Arusha Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Zanzibar
from £Please contact us
Absolute Luxury Tanzania
9 days / 8 nights
from £5,440
Executive class light aircraft Stunning aerial views Top quality camps & lodges Spectacular Ngorongoro Crater Abundant wildlife in the Serengeti Tarangire National Park’s diverse landscapes Scenic Lake Manyara National Park
from £5,440
Kilimanjaro Climb - Lemosho Route
10 days / 9 nights
from £2,999
Arusha Lemosho Forest Camp Shira Plateau Karanga Valley
from £2,999
WHERE TO GO IN TANZANIA
Serengeti National Park
This beautiful vast expanse of grassy plains is an iconic safari destination and home to the largest wildebeest and zebra migration in the world. Whatever time of year you visit, you’ll have plenty of chances to spot the Big 5 (elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo) as well as the opportunity to take a hot air balloon flight over this amazing national park.
Ngorongoro Crater & Karatu
One of the world's largest volcanic calderas, the Ngorongoro Crater offers amazing game viewing including the Big 5. along with breathtaking views from the top of the crater. The farmlands of the Karatu district, an hour or so's drive southeast, provide a great base from which to visit the crater as well as wonderful rural views and a range of activities.
Zanzibar & Beyond
Encircled by beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise waters, the exotic islands of Zanzibar and Pemba are situated just off the coast of mainland Tanzania and offer the ideal destination for a relaxing beach break. Choose from a wide range of properties ranging from bustling all inclusive resorts to remote rustic escapes.
Tarangire National Park
With grassy savannahs, huge swamps, the meandering Tarangire River and thousands of spectacular baobab trees, this park has incredibly varied landscapes. Renowned for its prolific birdlife, game viewing here can be exceptional too with large herds of elephants and plenty of predators. The vast size of the park offers an opportunity to really get away from the crowds.
Lake Manyara National Park
This small park enjoys a spectacular setting beside the Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its unusual tree-climbing lions, as well as elephants, buffalo and flamingos, Lake Manyara offers a diverse wildlife experience within a relatively small area. The beautiful landscape and array of animals and birdlife make this one of Tanzania’s most popular parks.
Selous Game Reserve
Vast, remote and wild, Selous Game Reserve covers an area almost four times the size of the Serengeti, offering pristine wilderness and an amazingly rich variety of wildlife. Spot hippos and crocodiles on a river safari, enjoy a walking safari through the extensive grasslands and look out for endangered wild dogs, buffalos and lions on game drives.
Ruaha National Park
Tanzania’s largest national park, Ruaha receives far fewer visitors than those in the north, ideal for those wanting to get off the beaten track. The park is home to a host of game including a large population of elephant, a wide variety of antelope species and many predators, including several prides of lion, plus leopard and cheetah.
Mahale Mountains National Park
Situated beside the blue waters of Lake Tanganyika, the soaring forested mountains of this national park are arguably the best place in Africa to track wild chimpanzees. As well as chimpanzees, the park’s lush rainforest, grasslands and woodlands are also home to a multitude of other primates and a vast array of birds.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Towering above the surrounding plains, Africa’s highest mountain stands at 5,895m and a climb to its summit is one of the world’s greatest challenges. There are numerous routes to choose from, each offering a different trekking experience, level of difficulty and length of time spent on the mountain.
Arusha
Surrounded by lush green countryside and coffee plantations, the sprawling city of Arusha is the gateway to the Serengeti and northern Tanzania’s other national parks. Located at an altitude of 1,300m and set near the foot of towering Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth highest mountain, the city enjoys a temperate year round climate and an impressive mountain backdrop.
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS, CAMPS & LODGES IN TANZANIA
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Serengeti
Big 5 game viewing Game drives Guided walks Pool Spa Gym Kids’ club
Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp
Serengeti
Big 5 game viewing Game drives Kids’ club
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater & Karatu
Big 5 game viewing Game drives Evening entertainment Massage treatments
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Gibb's Farm
Ngorongoro Crater & Karatu
Big 5 game viewing Game drives Coffee tours Farm tours Spa treatments Pool
The Residence Zanzibar
Zanzibar & Beyond
from £176
Beautiful beach Infinity pool Non-motorised watersports including kayaking, pedal boats and Hobie Cat sailing Fabulous spa with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room Fitness centre Tennis court and volleyball court Bicycles Daily yoga sessions Kids’ club Free wi-fi
from £176
Breezes Beach Club & Spa Zanzibar
Zanzibar & Beyond
from £85
Pristine beach Freeform pool Non-motorised watersports (some payable locally) Spa Gym Dive centre Tennis court Bicycle hire Beach volleyball Free wi-fi
from £85
THINGS TO DO IN TANZANIA
Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
Approx 5 hours
from £436
Incredible game viewing experience Spectacular scenery Bush-style breakfast
from £436
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Spice Tour
Approx 4.5 hours
from £47
Beautiful scenery Guided tour of local farms
from £47
Prison Island
Approx 4.5 hours
from £52
Giant tortoises Snorkel the beautiful coral reef
from £52
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Jozani Forest Trails
Approx 5 hours
from £52
Red Colobus monkey Nature trails Native birds and butterflies
from £52
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Safari Blue
Approx 7-9 hours
from £112
Traditional dhow cruise Snorkelling Delicious seafood lunch
from £112
Masai Village Visit
Approx 2 hours
from £42
from £42
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
Tanzania Climate Guide
TZ - Dar Es Salaam
JAN
32
8h
7cm
FEB
32
8h
5cm
MAR
32
7h
12cm
APR
31
5h
23cm
MAY
30
6h
15cm
JUN
29
8h
4cm
JUL
29
8h
3cm
AUG
29
8h
2cm
SEP
30
8h
3cm
OCT
31
9h
5cm
NOV
31
8h
11cm
DEC
32
8h
11cm
TZ - Zanzibar
JAN
false
32
8h
9cm
FEB
false
32
8h
5cm
MAR
false
32
7h
15cm
APR
false
30
6h
39cm
MAY
false
29
6h
25cm
JUN
false
29
8h
7cm
JUL
false
28
8h
5cm
AUG
false
29
8h
5cm
SEP
false
30
8h
5cm
OCT
false
31
8h
10cm
NOV
false
31
8h
22cm
DEC
false
31
8h
18cm
Our Latest Offers to Tanzania
Top Tips From Our Experts
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Inca McFarlane
"Pole pole'" means 'slowly' in Swahili - this is the best way to tackle Mount Kilimanjaro and increase your odds of reaching the summit.
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Sarah Thompson
Visit Jozani Forest Reserve for a chance to see the Red Colubus Monkey close up. This is one of the few places they can be seen in the wild. Guides are also very knowledgable about the plant and tree species many of which are still used for their medicinal properties.
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Carrie Hawes
Make a detour to Olduvai Gorge, home to the earliest evidence of mankind in the world. The interesting museum here houses imprints of the famous Laetoli footprints left behind by our 3.6 million year old ancestors. In a funny kind of way, you can't help feeling like you've come home...
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passport with at least 6 months validity remaining. Immunisation guidelines assume routine
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childhood immunisation has been given and will not apply to all situations. Medical advice should be
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