Close to the foot of Mount Meru, at an altitude of 1300 metres, Arusha is lush and green. Gateway to the ‘northern circuit’ national parks (including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara), it is surrounded by flower farms and coffee plantations that house some of the area’s most popular hotels.
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With its snowcapped peaks dominating the landscape, it is impossible to miss the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa's highest and most famous mountain. During your Tanzania holiday, challenge yourself and see this natural wonder up close on an exhilarating climb. Discover the delights of 'Kili', from the African wildlife on the forest-enclad lower slopes to views of icefields and complete wilderness up high.
1 Tour
This small yet scenic park is home to incredible herds of elephant, birdlife, pods of wallowing hippo and amazing tree climbing lions.
2 Hotels, 6 Safaris
Created by the collapse of a volcano over two million years ago, the extraordinary volcanic landscape of Ngorongoro is rich and fertile – and home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa. From its rim, it drops 600m to the crater floor, where wildlife includes black rhino, hippo and a large lion population.
6 Hotels, 11 Safaris
The Selous is all about a wild, authentic safari experience, full of adventure and the charm of days gone by. As Africa’s largest game reserve, it is a real wilderness in the lesser-visited south of Tanzania, where there's the chance to spot the Big Five, wild dogs and huge pods of hippo – and not just on traditional 4x4 game drives. Here, bush walks and boating safaris take place amongst forest, bushland and by the mighty Rufiji River, providing varied and rewarding game experiences; the way that safaris were originally intended.
2 Hotels, 1 Tour
A cloud of dust billows up over the acacia-sprinkled plains as a million or more hooves thunder along a well-trodden path, guided by instinct. Apex predators stalk their prey in heart-in-the-mouth encounters that symbolise the circle of life. Welcome to the finest nature show on earth – the Great Wildebeest Migration – played across the vast natural theatre of the Serengeti. Nothing but a front-row seat will do. There’s no substitute for seeing the star location of so many incredible wildlife documentaries for yourself, and in a tented camp you’ll be perfectly placed for optimum sightings. Bed down under canvas in your ultra-luxe tent, let the sounds of the savannah lull you into a deep slumber and before you know it, you’ll receive one of the most exciting wake-up calls. As the sun rises, life in Serengeti starts to stir, the landscape takes on a wonderful golden glow and long shadows start to form. Your hugely knowledgeable and intuitive driver/guide will whisk you from encounter to encounter before returning you back to your lodge with countless new memories. We’ve travelled around Serengeti National Park in order to hand-pick the best lodges in the best locations with the finest settings and chose the best excursions. Speak to one of our Tanzinia Experts or drop in your nearest store to craft your perfect wildlife adventure.
8 Hotels, 1 Experiences, 11 Safaris
Dense bushland with ancient Baobab trees, unspoilt Tarangire is dominated by the impressive valley of the Tarangire River. This wide open park experiences distinct seasons, with its dry season (July to November) seeing a large number of diverse animals attracted to the reducing river.
3 Hotels, 6 Safaris
Ruaha is the destination for a safari away from the crowds. Its vast landscape is primarily rugged, semi-arid bush country, bordered by the Great Ruaha River to the east and the Mzombe River to the west, with rocky outcrops and sandy river tributaries.
1 Hotel
The Zanzibar archipelago is a jewel in the Indian Ocean, just 60 miles off Africa's east coast. Few names evoke such a romantic image as the main ‘spice island’ of Zanzibar. The capital, Stone Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to a fascinating maze of narrow streets, while on the east coast pristine beaches beckon visitors to the reef-protected warm waters as traditional wooden dhows sail by. Across from the main island, the small sister island of Pemba offers away-from-it-all escapes.
14 Hotels, 1 Tour, 3 Experiences
Mount Kilimanjaro
Lake Manyara
Ngorongoro Crater
Selous
Serengeti
Tarangire
Ruaha
Zanzibar
