Get to know Tanzania
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania is a land of remarkable contrasts and unparalleled natural beauty, nestled in East Africa. From the towering heights of Mount Kilimanjaro to the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, it's a haven for adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Its cultural mosaic, woven from over 120 ethnic groups, enriches every encounter, while the pristine beaches of Zanzibar beckon with their turquoise waters and ancient charm.
Mountain Kilimanjaro
With an economy fueled by agriculture and mineral resources, Tanzania embraces both tradition and progress, offering visitors a journey of discovery and wonder amidst its diverse landscapes and vibrant communities.
The Big Five
Tanzania is renowned for its spectacular wildlife and diverse landscapes, offering numerous safari options across its mainland.
Here's a list of some of the prominent safaris you can experience in Tanzania:
1. Serengeti National Park
One of Africa's most famous parks, known for its vast plains and the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and other animals.
Did You Know?
Serengeti’s wildlife is home to the Big Five and famous for the annual Great Migration of millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.
2. Ngorongoro Crater
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this extinct volcanic caldera is home to a dense population of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros).
3. Tarangire National Park
Famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees, Tarangire offers excellent game viewing opportunities, especially during the dry season.
4. Lake Manyara National Park
Nestled between the Great Rift Valley's dramatic cliffs, this park is known for its diverse ecosystems, from the alkaline lake to dense woodlands, and its tree-climbing lions.
5. Ruaha National Park
Tanzania's largest national park, offering a remote and wild safari experience with diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife, including large elephant herds, lions, and leopards.
6. Selous Game Reserve
One of the largest protected areas in Africa, Selous is known for its pristine wilderness, diverse habitats, and significant populations of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and wild dogs.
7. Mikumi National Park
Often referred to as Tanzania's mini-Serengeti, Mikumi offers a chance to see a variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests, against a backdrop of the Uluguru Mountains.
8. Katavi National Park
A remote and untouched wilderness in western Tanzania, Katavi is known for its vast floodplains, large herds of buffalo, and high concentration of hippos and crocodiles.
9. Gombe Stream National Park
Famous for its population of chimpanzees studied by Jane Goodall, Gombe offers a unique opportunity for primate viewing and trekking in the lush forested terrain along the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
10. Mahale Mountains National Park
Another park on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Mahale is renowned for its population of habituated chimpanzees, as well as its stunning scenery of forested slopes and sandy beaches.