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National Parks and Reserves of Tanzania

Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders, making every safari a truly unforgettable adventure. Each of the country’s sixteen national parks offers a unique experience, ensuring that no two days on safari are ever the same. From endless savannahs and dramatic volcanic craters to lush forests and sparkling lakes, every Tanzanian attraction reveals a different side of this incredible destination.

The diversity of landscapes allows travelers to create a safari experience perfectly suited to their interests. While many visitors enjoy the comfort and classic wildlife encounters of the Serengeti or the iconic baobab-filled scenery of Tarangire, others may prefer more adventurous activities such as guided walking safaris, mountain climbing, canoeing, or cultural excursions.

Discover the world-famous Tanzanian attractions including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park — each offering extraordinary wildlife, stunning scenery, and unforgettable safari experiences.

National parks of Tanzania

Wildlife of Tanzania

Tanzania can boast 20% of Africa’s large mammal population, a stunning number that you will soon realise is no exaggeration. The plains of the Serengeti literally teem with wildlife, and you can expect to see hundreds of zebra, wildebeest, giraffes, impala, and more as you travel.

The National Parks of Tanzania offer an unparalleled wildlife viewing experience in which the Great Migration is the crown jewel. The massive herd movement of wildebeest, zebra, and other animals is one of the greatest spectacles not only in Africa – but in the world.

The safari experience in the country offers visitors the opportunity to not only track the elusive Big 5 (the lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, rhinoceros, and elephant), but to also see countless other animals both big and small. Bird-watchers and insect investigators will find that Tanzania doesn’t slack in these departments either.

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Wildebeest Migration

The wildebeest migration is not limited to the confines of the Serengeti National Park and Masai Mara National Park.

The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular Tanzanian attractions and natural wonders in the world. Rather than taking place in a single location, the migration covers a vast region known as the Serengeti ecosystem and extends into the Masai Mara in Kenya. This incredible journey involves millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles moving across endless plains in search of fresh grazing land and water.

The wildebeest migration ecosystem also includes several important private reserves and conservation areas such as Grumeti Game Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Loliondo Game Controlled Area. Together, these protected regions create a vast and diverse landscape that supports the migration throughout the year, offering visitors unforgettable safari experiences and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.

Safaris in Tanzania

Let's be honest, the main reason you've travelled to Tanzania is for the opportunity to go on safari and see some of Africa's most fascinating wildlife.

The standard way to go on safari is in a comfortable 4WD vehicle to do all of the work for you. With room for your phones to charge and a packed picnic lunch to keep you fed while you snap photos or gaze with admiration, Shadows of Africa offers you the best way to see the best of Africa in complete comfort and safety.

For those wanting a change of pace however, there are a number of other ways to go on safari including night game drives, balloon safaris over the Serengeti, walking safaris, horseback or camelback safaris, canoe safaris, cycling safaris, or even the increasingly popular golf safari option. All of Shadows of Africa’s safaris can be combined with a range of different styles of accommodation. From camping out under the stars to all of the pampering you can handle in a five star luxury lodge, check out our accommodation options page for more information.

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Cultural Safaris in Tanzania

Tanzania is home to a startling number of different tribal cultures, and no visit to the country would be complete without pursuing an authentic African experience as untouched by western influences as possible.

A visit to Lake Eyasi offers travelers the opportunity to experience the hunter-gatherer lifestyle of the native Hadzabe bushmen – one of the last vestiges of this ancient lifestyle that was once shared by all of humanity.

The traditional Maasai lands in the north of the country are alive with opportunities to visit these fascinating people, be it by purchasing Maasai handicrafts at the many markets that line the roadsides or by spending a night in a Maasai village at a resort like the Amini Life Lodge.

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Northern Circuit – Climb Kilimanjaro – 9 days

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Machame Route – Climb Kilimanjaro – 7 days

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Lemosho Route – Climb Kilimanjaro – 6 days

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Momela Route – Climbing Mount Meru – 3 days

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One Day Hike – Mount Kilimanjaro

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Lemosho Route – Climb Kilimanjaro – 7 days

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Mount Kilimanjaro

A climb to Mount Kilimanjaro can be made through the whole year but the best weather conditions are from November to March and from June to October.

Actually Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the easiest climbs among the most famous mountains in the world. Anyone who is fit and healthy enough can reach the summit withthe help of porters and guides. A climb to Mount Kilimanjaro can be made through the whole year but the best weather conditions are from November to March and from June to October, since the conditions then are at its warmest and clearest.

We provide the complete support and guidence to climb the Kilimanjaro. Our experienced mountain guides will make your climb to the top of the Africa safe and easier!

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Camping in Tanzania

There's something about camping beneath the starry skies and hearing the distant cries of wildebeest or the chuckling of hyenas that epitomises the safari experience.

Tanzania is alive with camping possibilities ranging from budget camping complete with camp fire and sleeping bags, all the way up to luxury tented lodges with hot showers, gourmet dining, and four poster beds. While lodges and hotels abound, it wouldn't be a complete safari experience without at least one night spent out under the sprawling stars.

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Zanzibar

The jewel of the Indian Ocean, the Zanzibar archipelago is synonymous with white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and its rich history.

From the World Heritage Listed streets and alleys of Stone Town to the spice plantations that put the island on the map as a major trade port, Zanzibar is steeped in a melting pot of cultures that has created a dizzying array of sights, smells, and sounds.

The region’s beautiful beaches and coral reefs are an ideal place for a beach escape, a fishing trip, a scuba journey, or an unforgettable romantic honeymoon, while the nearby islands of Mafia and Pemba are the perfect place to get away from the crowds and lose yourself in nature’s beauty.

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