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Welcome to Tanzania, the wild Safari capital of Africa. 16 National Parks that have a combined land mass of 42,000 KM², more than any other country.  You will experience scenery and wildlife beyond your wildest imagination.

Chimpanzees in the Mahale Mountains, the 80-strong herds of elephants in the Tarangire NP or the world-famous wildebeest and zebra migration in the Serengeti - you cannot leave Tanzania disappointed.

For those looking for further adventures we have the world famous Kilimanjiro, Africa’s tallest peak and not to mention the Ngorogoro crater, one the natural wanders of the world. Tanzania is also blessed with 2 of the 3 biggest lakes in Africa, lake Victoria and Lake Tanganyika. With over 100 distinct ethnic groups in Tanzania, it is possible to visit some of the most colourful tribes in Africa, including the world-famous Maasai, or the Hadzabe - the last existing hunter-gatherer tribes left in Tanzania.

If you’re looking for post-safari relaxation, you can visit the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar or wander the ancient alleyways of the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Stone Town.

Tell our advisors your requests and we’ll be happy to build an itinerary that exceeds your expectations.

Please see the links below to find out more about the National Parks, we are Safari by Z.

Tanzania in the Press

The best Safari Camps & Lodges in Tanzania

By: The Times

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The 5 best National Parks in Tanzania.

By: Lonely Planet

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Great migration: One of the most impressive nature spectacles in the world.

By: UNESCO

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Where the world began: Ngorongoro, Tanzania

By: Conde Naste Traveller

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Serengeti wins Africa’s leading national park award.

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How to prepare best for your first Tanzania Safari ever

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Tanzania National Parks

Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park is a small (137 sq km) but beautiful park close to the famous ‘safari town’ of Arusha (29 km) and Kilimanjaro International Airport which makes it ideal for day safaris.

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Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Ngorongoro Crater is home to one of the densest animal populations found in Africa, renowned both for its geological importance and for being a natural wildlife reserve.

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Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

The word Kilimanjaro, in the local language, means either “Mountain of Greatness” or “Shining Mountain”. Either way, both are perfectly apt for Mount Kilimanjaro.

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Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti is one of the world's most famous parks. Renowned for its incredible concentrations of predators and the Great Serengeti Migration

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Tarangire National Park

Located slightly off the main safari route, Tarangire National Park is a lovely, quiet park in Northern Tanzania. It is most famous for its elephant migration and bird watching.

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Lake Manyara National Park

Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley Lake Manyara National Park is an area of outstanding natural beauty located 125 km west of Arusha town. Lake Manyara's famous tree climbing lions

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The best time to visit Tanzania

The best wildlife viewing months in Tanzania are during the Dry season from late June to October. The best chance of seeing the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is during June and July and the time to see the wildebeest calving is late January to February.

The southern and western circuit parks are best visited during the Dry season (June to October), unlike the more popular northern circuit parks that can be visited year-round. Tarangire is the only exception since its wildlife viewing is considerably better in the Dry season as well.

June to October (dry season)

+ June and July are the best months to see the wildebeest migration

+ Animals are easier to spot since they concentrate around waterholes and rivers and there is   less vegetation

+ There are fewer mosquitoes because there is little to no rain; skies are clear and most days   are sunny

+ Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still don't feel crowded,   except for the Seronera area in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater

- Mornings and nights get cold; it's recommended to bring warm clothing for morning game drives   in open vehicles during the months of June, July and August

November to May (wet season)

+ Late January to February is the time to see the calving in the southern Serengeti, and an excellent time to see predator action

+ The scenery is green and beautiful; it's low season, meaning lower rates and less crowded parks

+ Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty and most northern circuit parks offer good year-round wildlife viewing

+ Migratory birds are present, and bird watching is at its best

+ Except for March, April and May, rains are mostly short afternoon showers and seldom have a negative impact on your trip

- March to May is the peak of the Wet season

- Most big wildlife has migrated out of Tarangire NP, and wildlife viewing in Katavi, Selous and Ruaha is clearly better during the Dry season

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