Known as “ The Land of Safari’s” it is the largest country in east Africa, home to several National Parks and game reserves where you can see Africa’s finest game. Safari’s are divided into 2 circuits in Tanzania. The Northern Circuit and the Southern Circuit.
Northern Circuit
Stretches from Arusha to the Serengeti including Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjero, Tarangire National Park , Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley. The Northern Circuit with it’s high concentrations of game and home to the Great Migration is definitely the more popular of the two. Private Safari’s are extremely popular due to the parks being accessible by road.
Southern Circuit
Located in the south of the country near Dar es Salaam includes the Selous Game Reserve, Ruaha National Park, Mahale National Park and Katavi National Park. The Southern Circuit is far quieter and attracts fewer visitors who want to explore more of the remote areas.
Mount Kilimanjaro
This glorious mountain is located in Northern Tanzania – close to the border of Kenya. It is a dormant volcano and the highest free standing mountain in Africa approx. 5,985 meters above sea level – With its 3 peaks this mountain is listed as one of the Seven Summits.
Kili is a definite bucket list for the adventurous trekker, however this attraction is not only reserved for the experienced mountain climber, it’s also a walkable mountain. There are many different routes on Mount Kilimanjaro which caters for ability and time of the year, as long as you are fit and healthy this goal is certainly obtainable. Guided tours are the best and safest way to embark on this adventure of a lifetime.
Serengeti
The name comes from the Maasai used to describe the area – which means “where the land runs on forever on endless plains”. This Region of Africa runs North of Tanzania and extends to South western Kenya. Best known for its great migration it is also just as famous for it’s considerable amount of large predators. The Serengeti is understandingly Tanzania’s most popular park to visit. Huge herds of buffalo, elephant, wildebeest, giraffe and other animal’s are spotted all year round. Making the plains prime hunting ground for resident Lions.
The annual great Migration that occurs between the plains and Kenya’s Maasai Mara in the north is an epic spectacle not to be missed. It is the largest migration of mammals in the world. Millions of animal’s travel across the plains in search of water and grazing. To be able to witness this wonder is an experience of a lifetime.
Ngorongoro
Situated in Northern Tanzania it is the largest inactive unfilled volcanic crater in the world. It has been called one of the 7 wonders of Africa. With its lush, green forests its home to an abundance of wildlife. As it is not as vast as the Serengeti, most of the animals are easier to spot as they are in plain sight. If you are pressed for time and wanting to spot as many animals as you can then the Crater is a must see as it can easily be seen in one day.
If you are wanting to view the crater at leisure and you are able to spend the night along the rim of the crater , you will take in the spectacular show of changing colours that the sunset brings to the crater.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is the sixth largest National Park in Tanzania. It is located in Northern Tanzania a few hours from Arusha. The name Tarangire originates from the Tarangire River which crosses the park. It’s a popular stop for clients on the way to Ngororgoro and the Serengeti. The best game viewing is in the Dry Season from June to October when thousands of animals migrate to the park. The park is also known to have the largest elephant population in Northern Tanzania, large herds can be seen thundering across the plains in all their majesty.
Lake Manyara National Park
Is a smaller reserve with a diverse terrain and ground water forests bringing a change of scenery. Originally established to protect the elephants that the area is known for. It is home to masses of the smaller animal species. I.e Baboons, Monkeys, Mongoose. It is also known for its extensive bird life – with the soda lake brining in massive gatherings of flamingos. A claim to fame for this small treasure is its tree climbing lions.