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Overview
Wildlife, beaches, friendly people, fascinating cultures, Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Archipelago - Tanzania has all these and more wrapped up in one adventurous, welcoming package.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Northern Tanzania
Few people forget their first encounter with the Serengeti. Perhaps it's the view from the summit of Naabi Hill at the park's entrance, from where the鈥
Northern Tanzania
Since its official opening in 1977, Mt Kilimanjaro National Park has become one of Tanzania鈥檚 most visited parks. Unlike the other northern parks, this鈥
Northern Tanzania
Lake-filled Empakaai Crater, 23km northeast of Olmoti Crater, may not be as famous as Ngorongoro, but many travellers consider it to be its match in鈥
Northern Tanzania
Welcome to one of Africa's most underrated parks. Thanks to its proximity to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, Tarangire is usually assigned only a day visit鈥
Lake Manyara National Park
Enjoy a guided bird's-eye view of Manyara on Tanzania's first treetop walkway (370m). It begins at ground level and climbs gently into the canopy,鈥
Northern Tanzania
This astounding conservation area and Unesco World Heritage Site encompasses the Ngorongoro Crater, Oldupai Gorge and much of the Crater Highlands. It can鈥
Northern Tanzania
The northernmost (and youngest) volcano in the Crater Highlands, Ol Doinyo Lengai (2878m), 鈥楳ountain of God鈥 in the Maasai language, is an almost perfect鈥
Northern Tanzania
At 19km wide and with a surface of 264 sq km, Ngorongoro is one of the largest unbroken calderas in the world that isn鈥檛 a lake. Its steep walls soar 400m鈥
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
You鈥檇 need a lifetime to explore all Tanzania has to offer, but our list of top things to do is a great place to start.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
From the wildlife-filled plains of the Serengeti to the beaches of Zanzibar, these 13 places show off the best of Tanzania.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
From the peak seasons for wildlife to the best weather for climbing Kilimanjaro, here are the top times of year to visit Tanzania.
Read articleThings to Know
From timing your trip to see the great migration to knowing how to say hello in Swahili, here are the things you should know before going to Tanzania.
Read articleTransportation
From the Serengeti to the Spice Islands, it's easy to get around Tanzania by bus, train, boat, and plane.
Read articleVisa Requirements
From safaris and spice islands to beaches and mountains, Tanzania is the whole East Africa package. Here's what you need to know about getting a visa.
Read articleMoney and Costs
This guide to daily costs, along with some money-saving tips, can help you stretch your budget further on safaris, hotels and beach trips in Tanzania.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
From wildlife safaris and cultural immersion to days snorkelling off the coast, Tanzania is one of the best places for an unforgettable family adventure.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Discover the best of Tanzania's landscapes and wildlife with a 4WD, a local driver and this guide to the country's top driving routes.
Read articlePlan with a local
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Destination PracticalitiesTraveling to Tanzania? These 15 top tips will make your trip even betterDec 18, 2024 鈥 6 min read
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