Unforgettable Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays for world travelers.

Unforgettable moments on Tanzania safari

Well planned unforgettable Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays in some of the most highly populated wildlife destinations on the continent. Tanzania is a bucket list destination for any tourist visiting Africa for it’s awesome & beautiful scenes from the snow capped peak of Kilimanjaro to Africa’s big 5 (lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos) throughout the grasslands and rivers that harbor many other various species like zebras, elephants, antelopes, wildebeests, primates, crocodiles, rhinos, giraffes, waterbucks etc. Also with over 400 bird species like Secretary birds, flamingos, pelicans, eagles, vultures, kingfishers and hawks etc. residing in areas of the lake Victoria shores and the national parks such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater area, Tarangire the Indian coast areas and on the Zanzibar islands.

Tanzania safari

So rich with ancient history, Tanzania’s coastal areas and Zanzibar were major Portuguese, Indian and Arabic early trading and connecting central Africa to the rest of the world. With the occupation of both the Germany and the British, numerous languages are spoken being dominated with the Swahili language.

This multi-racial historical island has many landmarks and sites of ancient Arabic architecture in the country worth visiting and more so led to the discovery of many various food cuisines and dishes inspired by different walks of life. Zanzibar island and coastal areas have unique resorts and white sand beaches which make Tanzania a resting haven worth winding up with an East African trip..

When is the wildebeest migration?
Zanzibar white sand beaches and holidays
Birding safaris
What is the cost of safari in Tanzania?
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
What tourist activities can I do on a Tanzania safari?
Where is Tanzania located?
What is the culture of people in Tanzania?
What is Tanzania’s capital?
When is the best time to visit Serengeti?
Ngorongoro crater wilderness and safaris
Where to do game drives in Tanzania?
Climbing mountain Kilimanjaro in Tanzania
Where to find Africa’s big 5 in Tanzania?

Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays in Serengeti game park; Great animal/ wildebeest migration

Great animals and wildebeest migration in Africa starts from the southern plains of the Serengeti every year from the month of May to July after bearing their calves numbering at more than 500,000 between January and March gathering in huge numbers, more than 1,500,000 wildebeests, more than 400,000 zebras, 12,000+ elands among other herbivores embark on a 800 kilometer trek that moves through predator( lions, leopards, hyenas, cheetahs etc.) and rivers infested with crocodiles north to Masai Mara in search of fresh pastures after depleting the pastures of the Serengeti park.

Huge animal movements is a wonder it happens nowhere else in the world and so spectacular scenically as the herbivores fight to escape and survive the predators and make it to their destination in Kenya’s Mara. With the beginning of short rains in October the herds make their way back and by December they are settled in central areas of Serengeti national park which are also their calving vicinities and that completes the trekking cycle.

Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays packages

Wildebeests on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Great wildebeest migration

The great wildebeest migration is a massive Africa animal migration that sees more than 2 million ungulates (wildebeests, zebras, topis, water bucks, antelopes) traverse the Serengeti Masai Mara ecosystem in search of fresh pastures. Herds from as far as Tarangire national park gather in the southern Serengeti plains and start moving westwards starting from March. When they reach the Grumeti triangle, they then head north wards crossing Mara river into the Masai Mara game reserve trekking the whole park only to return to Serengeti in October. The best time to witness wildebeest migration in Serengeti park is from March- June and October- December and the calving season in January and February.

Hot air balloons on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Serengeti national park

Serengeti national park is Africa's largest wildlife park and ecosystem. The park has the world's highest recorded lion population. Furthermore, the park has the highest concentration of wildlife per square kilometer. Serengeti national park is home to Africa's largest animal migration- the great wildebeest migration witnessed from March- June and October- December in the park. January- February is a calving season for ungulates also witnessed in the park. Throughout the year sightings of the Africa's big 5 (lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes), giraffes, cheetahs, birds, warthogs, antelopes, hippos, hyenas etc. are part of all safari.

Scuba diving & marine life on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Zanzibar island

Zanzibar also known as the "spice island" is a tropical island located in the Indian ocean off the mainland Tanzanian coast. The island has white sand beaches a white sand beaches that have over time become top holiday and vacation destinations for travelers. Moreover, Zanzibar also has a rich history that dates way back before slave trade. Tours around stone town, prison island and local communities reflect much of this history. Holiday makers at Zanzibar island enjoy popular experiences for example the safari blue, scuba diving, snorkeling, sunset dhow cruises, kite rafting, dolphin watching, sea food cuisines, beach sports, horse back riding, unique marine life species, spice tours and much more. Africa safari itinerary with a visit to Zanzibar is one of the best ways to end a wildlife adventure.

Mountain Kilimanjaro

Mountain Kilimanjaro with the highest peat at 5,895m above sea level is the world's highest free standing mountain. Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano with 3 dormant peaks (Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira) that can be trekked in 5- 9 days depending on the chosen route. At the foot of mountain Kilimanjaro is a national park that is home to the great Africa long horn elephants. Also sightings of buffaloes, leopards, elands, duikers etc. are common in the park and the absence of aggressive carnivores allows nature walks in the park. Kilimanjaro national park is almost a birders' haven with more than 150 bird species in the park.

Ngorongoro crater on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Ngorongoro crater conservancy

Ngorongoro crater conservancy is the world's largest open/ unfilled inactive volcanic caldera with a wide floor of 260 square kilometers with the crater as a permanent water source. The conservancy is a UNESCO heritage site with more than 25,000 species that don't migrate also with beautiful vegetation that has won for it the name "garden of Eden." Safari in Ngorongoro crater is unique and special for being one of the very few places where you can see Africa's big 5 game (lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards) in one day and the shortest time. High concentration of animals and birds in this park make it so complete for wildlife adventure on any itinerary.

Tarangire national park

With Tarangire river as the permanent water source to this ecosystem, Tarangire national park is a highly concentrated wildlife destination in Tanzania's northern wildlife circuit at a few hours drive from Arusha. Tarangire national park is renown for the highest African elephant herds in East Africa along other Africa's big 5 game (lions, buffaloes, leopards, rhinos), giraffes, over 450 recorded bird species, warthogs, cheetahs, elands, wildebeests, zebras, wild dogs, hyenas, primates and reptiles. The massive ancient baobab trees are another unique feature in Tarangire national dotted throughout the park.

Flamingos on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Lake Manyara game park

Lake Manyara national park also located in Tanzania's northern wildlife circuit with lake Manyara as the permanent water source. The park has a diverse ecosystem combining groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, the soda ash lake, flood plains and its location on the rift valley escarpment floor guarantying special sightings. Lake Manyara is renown for tree climbing lions, thousands of pink flamingos, huge elephant herds and large olive baboon troops. These along with hippo pods, buffaloes, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, water bucks, impalas, more than 400 recorded bird species and a canopy walk that allows you to see the park's diversity from above.

Dar Es Salaam city

Dar es Salaam meaning "a place of peace" is not only an amazing historical city but also a gateway to Tanzania's southern circuit game parks and Zanzibar island. This ancient international trading city is located along Tanzania's coast with the Indian ocean and also has white sand beaches that are great for vacation holidays. Along city tours, you get to enjoy night life sessions, museums, sea foods, diversified ancient culture, fish markets, communities and traditions dating way back to the slave trade times. National parks you can access through Dar es Salaam include Mikumi, Nyerere (Selous), Saadani and Ruaha.

Air Balloon tours

Top hot air balloon safari destinations are Serengeti and Tarangire national parks. Best points for air balloon tours in these parks are; Northern Serengeti (Kogatende) for sightings of the great wildebeest migration river crossings in July- October. Southern Serengeti (Ndutu) during the wildebeest calving season from December- March with also sightings of part of Ngorongoro crater rim and volcanic features. Central Serengeti ( Seronera) available during the whole year round for high concentrated resident species. Tarangire air balloon tours follow the Tarangire river for sightings of animal herds that get to the river to quench their thirst. Costs of air balloon tours range from $500- $700 per person.

Mountain Kilimanjaro on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Mount Kilimanjaro is the world’s largest free standing volcanic block and Africa’s tallest mountain with the highest peak standing at of 19,341 feet( 5,895 meters) above sea. Kilimanjaro has 3 peaks which are Kibo (5,895m), Mawenzi (5,149m) and Shira (4,005m). There are 5 hiking routes that get you to the top of mountain Kilimanjaro and back the Kibo peak in a time period of 5- 9 days and these are; Lemosho, Machame, Northern circuit, Marangu and Rongai. Mountain Kilimanjaro hiking/ trekking requires a physical fitness and preparedness with the right clothes and gear for example studded hiking boots, gloves, heavy jackets and sweaters, sun glasses, head socks and much more.

The name Kilimanjaro was given by the Chagga people who are residents at the foot of the mountain from two suffixes “Kilima” which means mountain and “Njaro” for its whiteness or shinning snow capped top. Also, Mountain Kilimanjaro is a hiking spot and attracts tens of thousands of climber from different parts of the world taking 5-8 days to overcome the great height yet though easier to climb compared to other mountains in the region. Book a hiking safari with Travitude safari tours to achieve this altitude milestone on your trip to Africa.

Best Kilimanjaro climbing packages

12 days Kilimanjaro hiking safari experience

12 days Kilimanjaro hiking and safari experience combines montane tracking with wildlife adventure specifically in Arusha national park. On day 1, you transfer from the airport to mountain Kilimanjaro to have a rest before the 9 days hiking adventure via the Northern circuit route. The 11th day will engage you in simple nature walks after a all day's rest in Arusha national park before departure on Day 12. Be expectant of more than 400 bird species, glaciers, montane vegetation zones, camping, horizon sceneries, giraffes, antelopes, leopards, hyenas, zebras, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, water bucks, monkeys etc.

15 days Kilimanjaro hiking & wildlife safari

The 2 weeks/ 15 days Kilimanjaro and wildlife Tanzania safari takes you in Arusha, Tarangire, lake Manyara national parks. Day 1 of the 15 days gets you to mtn. Kilimanjaro to prepare for a 9 days hiking experience. Kilimanjaro national park is home to giant African elephants and day 11 gets you to relax with simple nature walks around the park. The 12th to 14th day gets you to other parks in Tanzania's Northern circuit (Arusha, Tarangire, lake Manyara) with amazing bird species, Africa's big 5, wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs, giraffes, warthogs, buffaloes etc.

20 days Kilimanjaro & Serengeti safari

This unique long Tanzania safari combines mountain Kilimanjaro trekking, an amazing Serengeti and northern circuit wildlife experience. 9 days of this trip see trek Kilimanjaro mountain followed by 1 day of relaxation. Day 12 takes you through Arusha park, 3 days in Serengeti and 2 days in Ngorongoro. Also a day each in lake Manyara and Tarangire national parks before the last day of departure. Expect amazing features and wildlife for example glaciers, wildebeests, Africa's big 5 game (elephants, lions, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards), flamingos, more than 500 bird species, Ngorongoro crater, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs etc.

Zanzibar on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Also known as the “spice island” for the spice production of cloves, nutmeg, pepper and cinnamon which attracted spice trade by the Arabs and Indians in the past, this beautiful island 35km off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian ocean is another tourist attraction worth visiting and spending time at. Zanzibar island has a rich history of different walks of life worth getting knowledge about and engaging while touring through its towns like stone town.

People at the island have also preserved the history of different course meals and cuisines some brought by foreigners in the past and others invented by the locals. White sand beaches are enjoyed along the safari blue experience, crystal clear turquoise ocean water, resorts and hotels. Paying a visit to the island is an unforgettable which keeps the thoughts of coming back to visit the place alive throughout your life time. Spicing up the holidays will the sun rise and sunset horizons along with the numerous sport and relaxing activities during the day makes the island an ideal place for a honeymoon and vacations.

Top Zanzibar island holiday packages

4 days Zanzibar holiday experience

Honeymoon & tropical island vacation travelers love this focused 4 days Zanzibar holiday experience. To this off shore island in the Indian ocean with white sand beaches and resorts are a top summer holiday spot. On this 4 days Zanzibar island holiday trip has special safari blue experience in the turquoise clear sea water with sightings of marine creatures like dolphins, coral reefs, star fish, sea turtles, sceneries and also other activities such as swimming, boat cruises, snorkeling, dhow cruising, bird watching, kite rafting, horse back riding and beach sports. Also spice tours, city tours, the rock restaurant and Jozani forest nature walks for red colobus monkey scenes.

6 days Zanzibar & Tanzania wildlife safari

A 6 days Zanzibar & northern circuit Tanzania wildlife safari best suits travelers that love combined wildlife and tropical beach vacation lovers. This safari starts with wildlife game drives and sightings in Ngorongoro crater, lake Manyara and Tarangire game parks. After this safari, you transfer to Zanzibar for a relaxation holiday. Combined 6 days Tanzania and Zanzibar island experience gets you to enjoy Africa's big 5 game, wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, cheetahs, warthogs, primates, hippos, flamingos and bird watching etc. At Zanzibar beaches, you also enjoy boat cruises, swimming, kite rafting, dolphin watching etc.

10 day Zanzibar-Tanzania wildlife expedition

Tanzania safari focusing on combined Serengeti wildebeest migration and Zanzibar island white sand beach resorts. Honey moon & holiday makers will love this amazing 10 days itinerary that combines both wildlife and tropical sand beach holidays in Zanzibar. Bush breakfasts after hot air balloon tours along romantic dinners will amaze you while on safari. On the Zanzibar white sand beaches, you enjoy beach sports, swimming, horse back riding, dolphin watching, kite rafting, boat cruises and sea food cuisines. While in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, lake Manyara and Tarangire national parks, expect scenes of Africa's big 5 (elephants, lions, buffaloes, leopards, rhinos), giraffes, water bucks, warthogs, zebras, hippos, wildebeest migration etc.

Game Drives on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Tanzania’s game parks such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Kilimanjaro among others are rich in wild game species making Tanzania one of Africa’s top tourist destinations. Game drives on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays safari don’t take long before delivering sight of the top big 5 wild game of Africa which are the lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, along with giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, kobs, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs among others. These along with numerous bird species of more than 400 types that roam all over grasslands and forests, game drives in Tanzania’s game parks can never disappoint.

Tanzania game drive safari packages

Gorilla trekking and Africa safari packages- wildebeests

4 days Serengeti-Ngorongoro-Kilimanjaro safari

Serengeti national park wilderness focused game drives and hot air balloon tours take you to all different sections of the park like Ndutu, Kogatende, Grumeti and Seronera on the 4 days safari. The 4 days tour in Kilimanjaro national park gives you the best sightings of the world's & Africa's highest free standing mountain. Expect to see glacier sceneries, Africa's big 5 (lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards), game drives, bird watching, primates, wildebeest migration, crater lakes and more.

6 days Tanzania wildlife safari experience

A week long/ 6 days Tanzania safari is a gem for travelers featuring Africa's big 5 game (lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes), zebras, giraffes, antelopes, water bucks, hippos, warthogs, primates, bird watching, Ngorongoro crater lake and conservancy. Winding up with this safari will be the tropical Zanzibar white sand beach experience. While on the safari blue experience, expect to enjoy sea food cuisines, kite rafting, swimming, boat cruises, snorkeling, dolphins etc.

12 days wildlife Tanzania experience

This slow long 12 days wildlife Tanzania safari gives you adventure across Tanzania's northern circuit national parks and winds up with a Zanzibar white sand beach holidays. Summer holidays for travelers from June- October best fit the combined wildebeest migration and tropical vacation. Sightings of Africa's big 5 (lions, buffaloes, elephants, rhinos, leopards), bird watching, Kilimanjaro snow capped sceneries, white sand beaches, boat cruises, kite rafting, swimming, snorkeling, dolphin watching, sea/ tropical food cuisines, sea turtles, primates etc.

Birding in Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

With vast grasslands, forests, numerous waterbodies and a coast line, Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays are another birding experience in Africa with more than 500 bird species and endemics some of which are only residents of Tanzania’s highlands, savanna plains, acacia woodlands and water bodies. Some of these include the pink flamingos, Secretary Bird, numerous vultures, ostriches, eagles, hawks, cranes, Yellow-throated Sandgrouse, Bare-faced Go-away Bird, Gabon Nightjar, Lilac-breasted Roller, Ground Hornbill, Red-throated Tit, Sooty Chat, and a wide variety of larks, pipits and widowbirds. Birders are always satisfied with birding experiences after visiting Tanzania’s nature features and grasslands.

Tanzania birding safari packages

3 day birding Tanzania safari experience

Birding Tanzania in Africa's largest wildlife ecosystem gets you at sightings of more than 500 bird species. The 3 days birding Tanzania safari is done in Serengeti national park and Ngorongoro crater conservancy. Birds in this bio-diversity include flamingos, eagles, ostriches, pelicans, sun birds, secretary birds, marabou storks, turacos, kingfishers, starlings, bee-eaters, fowls etc. Along bird watching are sightings of Africa's big 5 (lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards), tree climbing lions, crater lakes, giraffes, zebras, water bucks etc.

5 day Tanzania birding expedition

5 days short Tanzania birding expedition is a simple bird lovers' adventure in Kilimanjaro national park, Ngorongoro crater and lake Manyara game parks. This expedition expectation has more than 500 bird species waiting for you. Some of the bird species in these game parks include flamingos, migrant Europe species, ostriches, eagles, secretary birds, kori bustards, turacos, vultures, gray-crowned cranes part of the highland, savanna and woodland endemics along numerous wildlife safari sightings in these parks.

9 days Tanzania birding safari experience

A focused 9 days birding Tanzania safari experience across the northern circuit starts from Lake Victoria shores to mountain Kilimanjaro national park in Arusha with over 500 recorded bird species. Along the bird species, you'll have sightings of over 200 mammals and primates in the Serengeti game park, Ngorongoro crater, lake Manyara and Tarangire national parks. Endemic species of the savanna, acacia woodlands, highlands, low forests, riverine and papyrus bird sightings on game drives come along Africa's big 5 (lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes and leopards), giraffes, zebras, hippos etc.

Hot air balloon tours on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

Flying over Tanzania’s large game parks is a unique experience right from watching the process of preparing the envelope, lighting the gas fire and blowing the envelope into a huge balloon which carries the basket where passengers take positions to having a crystal clear view from the skies of nature and it’s habitat waking up early in the morning. This Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays experience will leave you satisfied with views of both the wild game and water bodies in quite a more brief moment of time than taking a tour jeep through the wild. It’s always accompanied with a bush breakfast in the middle of a jungle having company of the jungle’s residents in surrounding areas.

Hot air balloon packages

3 days Serengeti-Ngorongoro safari

Hot air balloon flights & sunrise horizons on the 3 days Serengeti- Ngorongoro safari mainly focus on 3 areas. Best engaging time for hot air balloons is during June- October in the Grumeti triangle for the Grumeti river wildebeest migration scenes. December- March in the Ndutu plains for the birthing season where you also have sightings at the Ngorongoro crater rim and highlands. Seronera area is done throughout the year watch the park's rich wildlife. Kogatende area watching the banks of the Mara river for the Mara river crossing. Hot air balloon tours on this safari offer the best scenes of the savanna and acacia woodland animals and bird species.

4 days Serengeti wildlife safaris

With more time in the Serengeti national park on the 4 days Serengeti wildlife safari, hot air balloon flights are more engaging at Grumeti triangle in the west, Kogatende area in the north, Ndutu plains in the south and Seronera area in the central part. Grumeti triangle offers Grumeti wildebeest migration crossing from June- August. Kogatende area offer Mara river wildebeest migration crossings in the north from June- October. Seronera area in the central offers views of the park's diversity throughout the year. Ndutu plains offer best sightings at the wildebeest birthing scenes from December- March.

7 days Serengeti- Masai Mara safari experience

A multinational safari in the Serengeti- Mara ecosystem diversity that offers double hot air balloon experience. During the wildebeest migration season from June- October, air balloon flights in the Mara triangle & Serengeti's Kogatende area offer double migration river crossings scenes. The 7 days Serengeti- Masai Mara safari tailored with 2 days in each of the parks can well be organized with hot air balloon tours for a more exciting Africa safari adventure. Hot air balloons also offer special views of the sunrise horizon giving best photographic nature views of a safari morning. The cost of hot air balloon experience is between $500- $700 per person with the balloon basket carrying from 2 to 24 people depending on its size.

White sand beaches on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

For having time out vacations away from your jurisdiction, Tanzania’s white sand beaches and resorts are a perfect destination for they are kept cool by the cooling ocean breeze throughout the year and the ocean making room for kite rafting, scuba diving, horse riding, camel rides, boat cruises among other sports. You also get a chance to taste the coastal delicacies of the sea foods and fish made in different course meals. This is one of the most perfect ways to end a safari holiday.

Cultural tours on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays

The country has 120 tribal groups of indigenous people who are of bantu and Nilotic ethnicity and these have preserved their cultures till regardless of various influence. Due to the early Arabic traders with their influence more than 60% of the country are Muslims and less than 40% are Christians and this also gave birth to Swahili which one of the country’s official languages.

A cultural visit on Tanzania wildlife safari and holidays will give more clarity and diverse knowledge on the ways of life of the indigenous people such as their etiquette, dress code, main economic activities for survival since the old times, foods mainly grown, eaten and hoe they are prepared among other interesting factors. Different natives live distinguished lifestyles for example the Chagga are farmers, the Masai people are pastoralists yet many who reside near water bodies like lakes Victoria, Tanganyika, Malawi among others are fishermen.

Dodoma- Tanzania's capital

Dodoma is Tanzania’s capital city and was shifted in 1974 from Dar-es- Salaam which was the formerly the largest city and port because of congestion. Over years the city has taken its shape along with state of the art infrastructural developments and service points. Other important cities include Arusha and Mwanza which is also a port. Tanzania has a large land area and these cities located at far distances from each other and one will require to connect with flights for faster connection.

Of recent the electric train and railway system have establish and a well built road network is also up for country tours and road trips. City tours and walks will leave you amazed at the reception and hospitality of the local people, nyama choma( roasted meat) and much of the cities street foods, restaurants, cocktails, lounges and hotels will readily be open to serve your needs.

What is the location of Tanzania, map, facts

Tanzania officially known as United Republic of Tanzania, is a country in East Africa within the African Great Lakes region lying south of the equator at latitude 6°23’31.20” South, longitude 35°00’07.20” East; bordered by Uganda to the north; Kenya to the northeast; the Indian Ocean to the east; Mozambique and Malawi to the south; Zambia to the southwest; and Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west. According to the 2022 national census, Tanzania has a population of around 62 million, making it the most populous country located entirely south of the equator.

Tanzania is located on the eastern coast of Africa and has an Indian Ocean coastline approximately 1,424 kilometers (885 mi) long with several offshore islands, including Unguja (Zanzibar), Pemba, and Mafia. Tanzania is the site of Africa’s highest and lowest points: Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895 meters (19,341 ft.) above sea level, and the floor of Lake Tanganyika, at 1,471 meters (4,826 ft.) below sea level, respectively.

What is the climate, weather and seasons in Tanzania?

Tanzania’s climate depends on both its highlands, lowlands, vegetation and water bodies. In the highlands, temperatures range between 10 and 20°C (50 and 68°F) during cold and hot seasons respectively. The rest of the country has temperatures rarely falling lower than 20°C (68°F). The hottest period extends between November and February (25-31°C or 77.0- 87.8°F) while the coldest period occurs between May and August (15-20°C or 59-68°F). Annual temperature is 20°C (68.0°F).

Tanzania’s climate is cool in high mountainous regions. Tanzania has two major rainfall periods; the uni-modal (October- April) and the other is bi-modal (October- December and March- May). The former is experienced in the southern, central and western parts of the country, and the latter is found in the north from Lake Victoria extending east to the Indian ocean coast. These variations greatly influence nature and the social activities like agriculture, the vegetation distribution; which harbors the country’s wildlife and beaches.

When is the best time to visit Tanzania?

The best time to visit Tanzania is during the dry seasons which set in between May and August and between November and February when the ground is dry and accessible, inadequate pastures that get most of the animals to migrate and get near water sources where they can easily be tracked while quenching their thirst.

What are the tourist activities done in Tanzania?

Tanzania is renown for its great numbers of wildlife as it harbors 20% of the continents wildlife population thus attracting numerous activities such as;

Wildebeest migration & game drives
Air balloon safaris
Birding
Lake Victoria shores
Boat cruises
White sand beaches resort holidays
Mountain Kilimanjaro hiking
Camping
Kite rafting
Scuba diving
City tours
Horse back riding tours
Cultural tours
Honey moon & family vacations
Filming & photography

What is the cost of safari in Tanzania?

The cost of a safari trip in Tanzania amounts to a daily cost of $280-320 for a budget safari, $380-430 for mid-range safari and $600-700 for luxury safari depending on the distance covered, number of days, number of people, means of transport, among other amenities that come along the safari packages.

How to get a tourist visa to Tanzania;

Tourist visas to Tanzania can be got and acquired from the official online immigration platform of the united republic of Tanzania. Visit the immigration platform to apply for your visiting visa to Tanzania.

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Flights from United States of America to Tanzania will take you between 16 to 22 hours depending on the airlines boarded,….. inquire on timely, efficient and faster flights for an African safari