Tanzania
The ultimate in luxury African safari destinations
Tanzania is undoubtedly one of Africa’s most beautiful and interesting travel destinations. The country contains an unrivalled diversity of wildlife, cultures and landscapes and a wide range of safaris. The ease at which you can combine a luxury safari with an exclusive beach holiday makes Tanzania a top stop whilst in Africa.
Tanzania plays host to over a million pounds hooves as the great migration covers the vast expanse of the Serengeti in search of food, water and a place to calve the next generation of the species. Following the migration are hungry predators keen for an easy meal, making Tanzania one of the best places to catch big cats on the hunt. Along with the famed Serengeti, Tanzania is home to the rare tree-climbing lions of Manyara and the ancient Ngorongoro Crater with the densest population of lions on the planet. In addition to the plethora of safari choices, one cannot leave Tanzania without a visit to the impressive white beaches and coral reefs of Zanzibar- an island located only a short ferry ride off the coast and has long been at the centre of the Indian Ocean experience. This mystical place combines spice markets, palm-fringed beaches and white-sailed dhows on a turquoise sea and is a sensory experience par excellence. Go on spice tours, walk the cobbled streets, laze on pristine beaches and enjoy the friendly local’s eager to welcome you to their island. Pemba island is also a tropical paradise worth visiting and known for its diving and snorkelling activities.
Our top picks for Tanzania
The Northern Circuit
Famous throughout the world, the huge park offers vast vistas, an abundance of animals and the famous Serengeti Plains migration which is a top travel bucket list experience.
Serengeti National Park
Nearly 100 square miles in diameter, the park is as breath-taking both from above and below. You will be able to see lions, hyenas, jackals, elephants, buffalo, and eland and the rare black rhinoceros in Tanzania.
Ngorongoro Crater
Located between Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti National Park this is a site of many famous discoveries into the origins of humankind.
Its namesake river attracts an array of animals to its life-giving waters and is a great safari spot.
Olduvai Gorge
With an alkaline lake and jungle-like terrain, this park offers viewing of large concentrations of elephants, giraffes, and leopards as well as flamingos, pelicans and other special birds. Manyara is also home to the rare tree-climbing lions
Lake Manyara National Park
Tarangire National Park
The highest mountain in Africa and the summit is only reached through trekking through lush forests, alpine deserts and giant glaciers.
Mt. Kilimnajaro
The Southern Circuit
Only the largest game reserve on the continent and home to tens of thousands of elephants plus African wild dogs, crocodiles, hippos, buffalo and antelope and a great place for game walks and river trips
Selous Game Reserve
For the more seasoned bush goers. This is wild terrain has plenty of animals to see.
Ruaha National Park
The Eastern Circuit – the Spice Islands of Zanzibar and Pemba
Tropical, full of history and mystery, Zanzibar is a place to get a taste of the exotic in Africa. Explore the cobbled streets of Stone Town or laze on the white-sand beaches while exploring the underwater wonderland it offers.
Zanzibar Island
Less developed than its famous sister island, Pemba is a break from the world on a beach.