Explore Tanzania
Tanzania Safaris
Explore the Serengeti, descend into Ngorongoro, and discover a country where wildlife, mountains and coast meet.
Capital
Dodoma
Currency
Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
Languages
Kiswahili; English widely used in tourism
Time zone
East Africa Time (UTC+3)
Northern safari gateway
Arusha
Great plains, highlands and coast
Discover the many sides of Tanzania
Tanzania invites you to travel through some of East Africa’s most expansive safari country. The northern circuit links the Serengeti with Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara, while Kilimanjaro offers a very different kind of adventure. Give each place enough time and the journey becomes more than a checklist: changing habitats, long game drives and quiet evenings bring the landscapes into focus.
Six reasons to visit Tanzania
Build a journey around wildlife, wide-open landscapes, mountains and the Indian Ocean.
Big landscapes, lasting memories
Spend time in broad wildlife areas where the scenery is as much a part of the safari as the sightings.
A varied northern circuit
Link grasslands, crater country, baobab woodland and lakeshore habitats in one thoughtfully paced journey.
Seasonal migration experiences
Plan your Serengeti stay around the likely location of the herds, while allowing for natural variation.
A mountain adventure
Pair wildlife viewing with a separate Kilimanjaro itinerary designed around preparation and acclimatisation.
A coastal finish
Add Zanzibar for beach time, Swahili culture and a change of rhythm after the bush.
Choice of safari styles
Explore existing group departures or request a private route built around your interests and budget.
Tanzania’s top safari & coastal destinations
Six highlights to inspire your Tanzania itinerary. Choose the places and experiences that suit your interests and travel dates.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti’s grasslands and river systems support rich wildlife viewing across a vast area. Predator sightings and seasonal wildebeest movements are major draws, but the best region to explore depends on your dates. Plan enough nights to enjoy the landscape rather than rushing through on a single drive.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
A descent into Ngorongoro Crater reveals a compact mosaic of grassland, wetlands and woodland within steep crater walls. It is a striking complement to the Serengeti’s open plains, with opportunities to look for a variety of large mammals. Highland scenery adds interest to the journey between safari stops.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is celebrated for elephants, baobab trees and landscapes shaped by its river. Game drives reveal a different side of northern Tanzania, with seasonal changes influencing where animals gather. It is worth allowing more than a brief transit visit when your itinerary permits.
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara brings forest, escarpment and lakeshore habitats into a relatively compact safari area. Look for monkeys in the trees, larger mammals along the tracks and waterbirds near the lake. Its greener surroundings provide a useful contrast to Tarangire and the Serengeti.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro attracts walkers who want a dedicated mountain adventure alongside their safari. A climb crosses changing vegetation zones before reaching high-altitude terrain, and requires careful preparation and acclimatisation. Route choice and the number of climbing days matter more than rushing towards a summit attempt.
Zanzibar & Stone Town
Zanzibar offers Indian Ocean downtime and the layered history of Stone Town. Explore narrow streets with a local guide, learn about Swahili heritage, then head to the coast for a slower finish. Beach location, tides and travel connections should shape the extension you choose.
Find your Tanzania safari
Explore our current itineraries, then tell us which route you would like to make your own.
- Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
- 7 Days 6 Nights
- Mount Kilimanjaro, Lemosho Route, Shira Plateau, Uhuru Peak
- 8 Days 7 Nights
- Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Arusha
- 5 Days 4 Nights
- Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Tarangire, Arusha
- 7 Days 6 Nights
- Arusha, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Tarangire
- 8 Days 7 Nights
- Arusha, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro
- 5 Days 4 Nights
Planning your journey
Your Tanzania safari questions
Practical answers before you choose a route. Our team can help with the details specific to your trip.
When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?
The right dates depend on your route and priorities. Wildlife viewing is possible across different seasons, while Serengeti herd movements shift with rainfall and grazing. We can recommend an area and pacing for your travel window.
How long is a northern circuit safari?
Around seven to ten days gives more time for several parks without constant transfers. A shorter trip should focus on fewer areas, while additional nights allow a deeper Serengeti experience.
Can I see the migration on any date?
The wildebeest migration is a moving natural cycle, rather than one fixed event. Herd locations and river crossings cannot be guaranteed. Your dates help determine which part of the Serengeti to consider.
Can I add Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar?
Yes. A mountain climb needs its own preparation and sufficient days, while Zanzibar can be added as a separate coastal extension. We can help arrange a practical sequence.
Are private and group tours available?
The current tour collection includes group joining and combined-country itineraries. Send an enquiry if you prefer a private safari or need different dates, accommodation or travel arrangements.
Start Planning Your Tanzania Safari
Share your dates, group size and the experiences you have in mind. Regal Tracks Safaris will help shape a route and quotation around you.