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Tanzania wildlife safari – Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Wildlife · Migration · Big Five

Tanzania Safari Tours

Experience some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife: the Great Migration in the Serengeti, the crater floor of Ngorongoro, elephant herds in Tarangire and tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara.

Wildlife of a lifetime

About Tanzania Safari

Tanzania safari wildlife
Game drives across open plains, crater floors and riverine landscapes.

A safari in Tanzania offers some of the most breathtaking wildlife experiences in Africa. The country is renowned for its incredible national parks and game reserves, each offering unique landscapes and outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities – from the endless plains of the Serengeti to the enclosed world of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Whether you prefer luxury lodges, comfortable tented camps or more adventurous camping, we design private and group safaris that match your style, budget and the time of year you travel.

Key Parks & Highlights

Serengeti Great Migration

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: The Great Migration of more than a million wildebeest, zebras and gazelles, plus lions, cheetahs, elephants, hyenas and vast open plains.

Best time: June–October for classic migration viewing (year-round destination).

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Highlights: UNESCO World Heritage Site. A dense concentration of wildlife including the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and black rhino) inside a spectacular volcanic caldera.

Best time: June–October (dry season); accessible year-round.

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Highlights: Large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, excellent birding and a wide range of predators and antelope along the Tarangire River.

Best time: June–October when animals concentrate around the river.

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Highlights: Famous tree-climbing lions, large flamingo flocks, diverse birdlife and varied habitats of forest, soda lake and grassland.

Best time: June–October for optimal wildlife viewing.

Popular Tanzania Safari Itineraries

These ready-made options are among our most requested. We can also customise any itinerary to your preferred length, parks and accommodation level.

Tanzania Safari Tips

Best time to go

Generally the dry season (June–October) offers the best wildlife viewing and clearer roads. The Great Migration timing shifts slightly each year.

Accommodation

Options range from luxury lodges and permanent tented camps to mobile camps and budget campsites. Many properties offer full-board packages.

What to bring

Neutral clothing, binoculars, camera with zoom, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent and a light fleece for early morning game drives.

Combine with other trips

Safaris combine perfectly with a Kilimanjaro climb or a Zanzibar beach extension. We handle the full logistics.

Safari Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?

The dry season from June to October is generally best for wildlife viewing and the Great Migration. Each park has its own peak periods depending on what you want to see.

What is the Great Migration?

The annual movement of more than a million wildebeest, together with zebras and gazelles, across the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. River crossings and calving seasons are major highlights.

Can I combine a safari with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar?

Yes. Many travellers combine a northern-circuit safari with a Kilimanjaro climb or a relaxing Zanzibar beach extension. We arrange seamless itineraries and transfers.

Do you offer both luxury and camping safaris?

Yes. We arrange luxury lodge safaris, mid-range tented camps and more adventurous camping options according to your preference and budget.

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