Destinations

The large city of Arusha, which is located beneath of Mount Meru, is referred to as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. It makes a great starting point for exploring the incredibly beautiful surroundings, which include the towering Mount Kilimanjaro and the Manyara, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro National Parks. Arusha’s mild climate and lush surroundings make it a wonderful place to take a day or two off from the safari circuit. The picturesque Arusha National Park, the wildlife-rich Serengeti National Park, and the challenge of climbing Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth-highest mountain, are all waiting to be discovered by visitors.

The Tanzanian Lake Magadi, called after the Swahili word for salt and not to be confused with the Kenyan lake of the same name located just 100 kilometres away, is a beautiful soda lake in the Ngororongo crater. This is a fantastic location for wildlife photographers because the view varies beautifully throughout the year, from lush greens to stunning oranges and vibrant pinks. Along with the changes come fascinating, adaptable animal populations like the lion, eland, rhino, and golden jackals who come to hunt the flamingos. The lake, which is 11.2 square kilometres in size and supports a unique ecosystem by producing blue-green algae, provides food for the local plants and tiny animals. The surrounding crater is home to an astounding array of other natural wonders and a vast range of wildlife.

Within Tanzania’s breathtaking Manyara Region, Tarangire National Park is a breath-taking national park with granite mountains, river basins, diversified vegetal landscapes, and wandering wildlife. The Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife during the yearly dry season. Predators naturally follow large herds of elephants, migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest, and eland. Since lions are among the most often sighted animals, it is uncommon for a tourist to fail to see this majestic animal munching or prowling. Additionally, Tarangire is the only location in Tanzania where dry-country antelope like oryx and gerenuk are frequently sighted. In addition, this vast region is renowned for its magnificent baobab trees, breath-taking views of the Masaai Steppe, and the magnificent mountains to the south.

In a remote, dry, arid zone just south of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, Lake Eyasi is nestled between the Kidero Mountains in the south and the Eyasi Escarpment in the north. This seasonal lake is home to a variety of birds, including flamingos and pelicans, and has dry salt beds. With many wonderful walking trails, the picturesque surroundings of woodlands, forests, and historic baobabs beckon to be explored. By visiting the pastoralist Datoga people and the nomadic hunter-gatherer Hadzabe clan, tourists can gain knowledge about the local traditions. Bird watching, hiking, walking safaris, and taking in the breathtaking views are some of the other well-liked activities. Don’t pass up the chance to explore the fascinating Oldeani Mountain, the moody Yaeda valley, and the magnificent Serengeti.

The Ngorongoro Region, which Kenya borders to the north, is renowned for having many stunning natural features. It includes the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano; and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Viewing the famous Serengeti wildebeest migration, touring a nearby Maasai village, taking in the strikingly varied scenery, and catching a glimpse of the magnificent bird and wildlife, which includes over 500 bird species, all of the Big Five, as well as crocodile, hippo, zebra, antelope, lion, leopard, and cheetah, are just a few of the activities that visitors can look forward to. Don’t pass up the chance to go on a walking safari, engage in exhilarating mountain biking excursions, or engage in beautiful hiking.

The Seronera district in the centre of the Serengeti is situated right on the path of the Great Migration and provides superb sight of this amazing yearly phenomena, when numerous wildebeest flood the area and migrate over the plains. Seronera is remains a wildlife hotspot at other times of the year, protecting the Big Five in addition to many other species, even if migratory game numbers vary seasonally. Numerous little campsites offer lodging, and guests can partake in guided game drives, walking safaris, and hot air balloon excursions.

The Serengeti, located across the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania, is Africa’s most well-known wildlife park, along with Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Park. The yearly wildebeest migration through the Serengeti and the Masai Mara is supported by this priceless ecosystem. Following the rains, more than a million animals, including more than 1.5 million white-bearded wildebeest and 250 000 zebras, engage in the biggest mass movement of land mammals on the globe. The beautiful, broad grass plains are home to prides of lions, as well as herds of elephants, giraffes, gazelles, and eland, as well as a variety of other animals. Along with the standard vehicle safaris, there are also hot air balloon rides over the Serengeti grasslands and horseback safaris available.

The Central Serengeti, located in the centre of Tanzania, includes the renowned Seronera Valley, which is renowned for offering the best chances to see wildlife. This idyllic terrain is made up of infinite lengths of open grasslands covered in savannah, broken up by rugged granite outcrops, dotted with acacia woods, and drenched in a network of rivers and streams. A wide range of species, including giraffes, impalas, waterbucks, hippos, elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, hyenas, jackals, servals, and many more, can be found in the Central Serengeti, which is a part of the big wildebeest and zebra migration. Game viewing, cultural tours, horseback riding safaris, and hot air ballooning over the breathtakingly beautiful landscape are all popular pastimes.

The remote Western Corridor of the Serengeti, which is defined by its two parallel rivers, the Mbalageti and the Grumeti, is home to a stunning variety of animal, bird, and floral species. Around July, this area comes alive with bustle as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and other migratory animals storm through the area’s woods and across its plains as part of the Great Migration. The Western Corridor offers good game watching all year round, with guided walks, horseback safaris, and balloon trips available as alternatives to drives, even if this is unquestionably the yearly wildlife highlight.

The Ngorongoro Crater, which lies in Northern Tanzania, is one of the most well-liked safari locations in Africa due to its richness of unique animals and natural beauty. This UNESCO-listed crater is believed to be the largest complete volcanic caldera in the entire globe and is surrounded by Tanzania’s highlands. The iconic Big Five can be seen by visitors, along with a variety of other wildlife species, including sizable herds of zebra and wildebeest. One of Tanzania’s top tourist destinations, it is renowned for offering guests a variety of amazing activities, including as excellent bird watching, trekking, wildlife viewing, mountain biking, and visiting a nearby Maasai village. Don’t pass up the chance to take a trip to the spectacular Olduvai Gorge.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area, located in Northern Tanzania’s Crater Highlands, is renowned for its archaeological and geological significance, as well as its abundance of species and picturesque surroundings. The iconic Crater, the well-known Olduvai Gorge, and wide plains of grasslands, woods, and mountains that continue to the Serengeti are all included in the conservation area. This 8000 square kilometre protected area has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List due to its natural splendour. Visitors swarm here to take in the breathtaking vistas of the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders and a popular destination for animal enthusiasts. Mountain biking, hiking, game drives, bush walks, and visiting a nearby Maasai village are among the most popular pursuits.

The village of Karatu is located in Tanzania’s northern highlands, amid the verdant hills that lead to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. This small, vibrant town, dominated by the imposing Ol Deani Volcano, is a well-liked overnight stop for travellers exploring the region’s numerous wildlife parks. Visit a traditional homestead, browse the crowded market, sample some beer at a nearby brewery, or go on a guided walk through the Ngorongoro Forest in search of waterfalls and caves, just to name a few of the activities available in the town. This underappreciated town has a lot to offer, whether you’re searching for cultural excursions, hiking and bicycling options, the ability to see rural Tanzanian life firsthand, or simply a break in between safari game drives.