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Tanzania is one of the most prime safari destinations, and home to the greatest spectacle on earth. Adventure In The Wild Safaris provides you with a front-row seat to all the action. The annual wildebeest migration across Serengeti National Park on a Tanzania safari is the opportunity of a lifetime: you’ll witness millions of animals weave their way across the landscape.

But there’s more to this East African country. The word safari is Swahili for “journey”. A journey to Tanzania brings you to Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, and unspoiled national parks that the “Big Five” (elephant, lion, leopard, rhinoceros, and buffalo) call home.

When you’re planning a Tanzania safari, it’s important to have knowledgeable local guides and a selection of customizable, curated tours as you surround yourself with the majestic beauty, varied landscapes, and robust wildlife. At Adventure In The Wild Safaris, a locally owned tour operator, we are perfectly equipped to bring you an unforgettable safari.

Our standard safari vehicle is a 4X4 Land Cruiser Jeep that accommodates six people with long range radios for ease of communication and a pop-up top that makes photography a cinch. Whether you want a budget safari, a mid-priced safari, or an over-the-top luxury experience, Adventure In The Wild Safaris can make your vision a reality.

Top Tanzania Safari Experiences

Serengeti National Park

Both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national park, Serengeti National Park offers one of the best Tanzania safaris. Witness the epic animal migration, where massive herds of wildebeest and zebra zigzag across the endless plains and the Mara River in search of fresh water and pasture on an arduous expedition. Tanzania’s oldest and most popular park also provides up-close sightings of lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, giraffe, gazelle, and the endangered Eastern Black Rhino. Rivers are filled with crocodiles and hippos, while hundreds of species of birds fly overhead.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Nicknamed Africa’s “eighth wonder of the world,” the Ngorongoro Conservation Area comprises a 100-square mile volcanic crater and includes incredible wildlife viewing. Located in northern Tanzania, this fertile valley enclosed within the high walls of the crater is home to the “Big Five,” alongside several bird species including egrets and ostriches. In the Lerai Forest, safari goers will spot vervet monkeys, waterbucks, and great tusker bull elephants. During the rainy season, Lake Magadi transforms into a magical landscape replete with flocks of migratory flamingos.

Lake Manyara National Park

Tree-climbing lions, millions of pink flamingos, large herds of elephants, and troops of baboons make Lake Manyara National Park a must-visit safari destination. Though small in size, the park is mighty in its offerings. Birdwatchers can marvel at pink-backed pelicans, Marabou storks, and gray herons feeding in the middle of the great shallow lake.

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park boasts the second highest concentration of wildlife of any park in Tanzania. During the peak dry season, visitors will discover large concentrations of elephants around the Tarangire River. In this vibrant reserve, visitors will also be captivated by big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs along with zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and giraffes. Towering baobab trees add to the park’s unique character.

Kilimanjaro National Park

The 650-square mile Kilimanjaro National Park near Moshi includes the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro and its surrounding mountain forest. At 19,340 feet, “Kili” is Africa’s highest peak. It rises from farmlands to rainforest and alpine meadows, ending at the twin summits of Kibo and Mawenzi. Wildlife includes tree hyrax, duiker, bushbuck, blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, bushbabies, buffalo, leopards, and elephants.

Arusha National Park

Small but rich in sights, Arusha National Park features Mt. Meru, the vivid Momella Lakes, and Ngurdoto Crater. Just 20 miles from Arusha, it’s perfect for a one-day visit. The park has undergone several name changes and now honors the Warusha people and the Maasai, whose names grace many of the park’s landmarks.

Best Tanzania Safari Tours Start/End in Arusha

Tanzania Safaris Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tanzania?

The best times are December to March or June to October during the dry seasons, when game viewing is excellent. April–May and November bring rains, fewer tourists, and lush vegetation. February is calving season for wildebeest, offering unique photographic moments.

How much does a safari in Tanzania cost?

A mid-range safari costs around $350 to $400 per person, per day, while luxury safaris range from $600 to $1000 per person, per day.

Kenya or Tanzania: which is better for safari?

Both offer superb wildlife viewing. Tanzania stands out with Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, and the Serengeti, while Kenya has lush landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Many travelers combine both countries to witness the Great Migration.

When and what is the Great Migration?

The Great Migration is a dramatic movement of wildebeest and other herbivores in search of greener pastures. It is seasonal and weather-driven. Herds are typically in the Serengeti from November to May, moving north to Kenya’s Maasai Mara around June and returning south again by November. The spectacle involves river crossings, predator encounters, and incredible photo opportunities.