A Tanzania wildlife holiday is hard to beat with great opportunities to view the Big Five as they roam the savannah plains! The principal northern and southern wildlife regions cover a vast range of destinations, each of which has its own unique wildlife and ecosystems.
The southern region offers more remote and unspoiled safari terrain and is much less frequented, whilst the northern circuit is busier but still has some great wildlife.
In the north, the likelihood of spotting Big Five game, crocodiles, hippo, zebra and giraffe is strong in the renowned National Parks of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. The Serengeti is perfect for the quintessential landscapes of Africa; golden plains that teem with life of the numerous resident animals that one associates with Africa. Here you can also find the Great Migration for a majority of the year, where millions of wildebeest traverse the plains with predators such as lions, leopards, hyenas and crocodiles in hot pursuit.
The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking volcanic caldera that contains its own unique ecosystem and this animal sanctuary literally throngs with a staggering variety of wildlife, including buffalo, wildebeest, 16 endangered black rhino, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelle, elephant and approximately 70 lions. In total there are an estimated 25,000 mammals inside the crater! Tarangire (best game viewing takes place between June and November) also offers an excellent opportunity for those on a lower budget; located close to Arusha it is famous for its huge herds of elephants and other abundant wildlife.
On the savannah it is not uncommon to see cheetah prowling, gazelle grazing, herds of elephant wandering, lions resting atop kopjes and leopard lazing or climbing trees.
The Southern Circuit includes the Selous Game Reserve and is one of the few areas you can explore on foot, offering the chance to view wild dogs, wildebeest, hippos, over 70,000 elephants, zebra and predators in their natural habitat.
In the stunningly beautiful areas of Mahale and Gombe, the rainforest-clad slopes are home to some of the oldest habituated chimpanzee troops in Africa. Trekking through the forests to track these familiar-looking distant relatives is one of the highlights of a wildlife holiday in Tanzania and can range between 1 to 4 hours, awaiting the upshot of a monkey hunt or the pant hoots of their frenetic communication is worth the tiring trek.
In the wilds of the west, Katavi is one of the least visited parks yet boasts some of the largest populations of crocodiles and hippos, while lion and leopard feed from the huge herds of herbivores.
Contact one of our Destination Specialists to start planning your journey to Tanzania. Please note we recommend a budget of from £7,000 / $10,000 USD per person for our style of trip to this destination.
This 8-day Tanzania highlights small group safari takes you to the heart of the action trying to catch sight of the migration, witness wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater and enjoy game drives in the Serengeti.
An 11 day safari to Tanzania, perfect for families, exploring the beautiful Ngorongoro Crater and wildlife rich Serengeti National Park.
A 10 day safari exploring the south of Tanzania combining fantastic wildlife encounters and beach relaxation. Discover Selous Reserve, Ruaha National Park and the pristine Tanzanian coast.
Climb to the stunning Shira Plateau via the Northern Circuit. This route takes you away from the crowds, for a unique and beautiful experience.
Journey to the remote shorelines of Lake Tanganyika to explore the forests of Mahale Mountains National Park, accessible only by boat and home to approximately 1,000 chimpanzees. From here, head to Gombe Stream National Park, the smallest national park in Tanzania and the site of Jane Goodall's world-famous research centre.
A unique safari to western Tanzania exploring the vast plains of Katavi and tracking the chimpanzees of Mahale.
Traverse two of Tanzania's largest wildlife reserves – which together cover an area larger than Ireland – before travelling to the idyllic island of Zanzibar for three days of relaxation.
A stunning bespoke safari taking in the highlights of East Africa including the endangered mountain gorillas of Rwanda, a visit with the gorilla doctors and a flight directly to the centre of the Serengeti for the ultimate big five experience.
Discover the natural highlights of the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Rubondo Island on this incredible 10 day safari, staying in luxurious accommodations that put you in the right place for the best wildlife experiences.
Lions, leopards, elephants, Cape buffalo and even the rare black rhino can all be witnessed on this exciting safari, based in the high-end camps of Serengeti Bushtops and Roving Bushtops.
Explore remote western Tanzania in search of big cats, game and chimpanzees.
Enjoy the wildlife of Katavi, the chimpanzees of Mahale and the gorillas of the Virungas on this unique African safari.
This 17-day international trip combines the icons of Africa into one epic safari: from Table Mountain and Victoria Falls to the wildlife of the Virunga Mountains, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
An intense, 10 day adventure safari focusing on northern Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife areas including Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the iconic Ngorongoro Crater and two locations in the Serengeti.
A truly romantic safari exploring the Masai Mara in search of the impressive range of flora and fauna which call this area home. You will have plenty of time to relax and take in your beautiful surroundings within your spacious tent. You will then travel to Zanzibar - the spice capital of the world to explore Stone Town and relax on their bright white beaches.
Begin your journey in the heart of the Masai Mara; get up close to the action as you watch thousands of animals embark upon the Great Migration. Then continue on to the awe-inspiring beaches of Zanzibar to relax and embark on tours of the local area.
10 days to take in the highlights of Rwanda and Tanzania tracking the gorillas and big game of East Africa.
An epic flying safari across Africa exploring remote areas via small-flight plane. Spend your days travelling between countries in search of an incredible amount of wildlife.