Discover where the wild things are on this memorable trip across the mother land. A 22 day African adventure ensuring you get up close and personal with some of the continent’s infamous highlights. From Zanzibar’s aromatic Spice Route to the glistening mass of Lake Malawi, the thundering roar of Victoria Falls, and the golden bushveld of Kruger Park - get ready to tick off on your travel bucket list.
Livingstone to Nairobi Overland Comfort adventure exploring the highlights of East and Southern Africa such as a variety of amazing National Parks, beaches, Lake Malawi, a farmstay in Tanzania and of course the beauty and culture of Zanzibar.
Explore the stunning diversity of wildlife and landscapes in East Africa. Get up close to gorillas, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, giraffes, flamingos, and chimpanzees in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar. Enjoy unrivalled opportunities to get close to gorillas, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, giraffes, flamingos and chimpanzees. Among the many highlights of this tour are the gorilla trek permits, the game drives, and a few cultural excursions. There is no doubt that the wonders of EastAfrica will remain vivid in your memory long after you return home, regardless of whether you are relaxing in the wild or participating in optional excursions. Wildlife photography is also possible on this tour, allowing you to capture the beauty of East African wildlife. You will be able to observe and learn about the wildlife in their natural habitat and gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world. This experience is truly one of a kind.
This 27 Day Overland Safari departs from the cosmopolitan city of Johannesburg where you can book an excursion to the township of Soweto. Then we hit the road to cross the border into Botswana for mokoro trips down the Okavango Delta. Then it is onto the magnificent Victoria Falls for a range of activities before we hit the beaches of Malawi. Our tour will then takes us to East Africa for some cultural awakenings before we end off in Nairobi.
An incredible three-week adventure in Africa: what would that look like? As a starting point, you'd have up-close encounters with wildlife guided by experts, along with a safari that would take your breath away. In addition to walking, biking, kayaking, and hiking, there would be other outdoor activities as well. This will allow you to get to know the communities that welcome you and invite you into their homes and lives. There would be excitement, relaxation, and invigoration all at once. There's no doubt you guessed it: this 20 day tour through Southern Africa's best sights and sounds.
On this 19 day Gorillas, Safaris and Beach Adventure journey overland across East Africa, you will travel from the wildlife of Uganda to the source of the Nile and finally to the sunny beaches of Zanzibar. Take a wildlife safari drive to pursue the elusive "big five" across open savannah and track mountain gorillas through remote forest. With our overland adventure vehicles, you can experience the region's highlights in an adventurous and affordable manner, while camping in the wilderness will give you the closest view of wildlife that the region has to offer.
Discover incredible sights and sounds of Africa as you travel from the thundering Victoria Falls to Nairobi through wildlife rich game parks and untouched natural beauty. Enjoy beach and bush highlights as you experience the great migration in the Serengeti in an open roof 4x4 while spotting the Big Five and relax on sandy beaches in Zanzibar. Packed full of adventure, this tour is the perfect combination of action and relaxation as you discover Africa authentically.
You will enjoy seeing some of the most beautiful scenery in Africa as you travel from Zanzibar's pristine coastline to Cape Town, which is the southern hub of the continent. Your multiple included game drives will allow you to witness elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and lions as well as taste the exotic flavors of Africa's Spice Island, relax on Kande Beach at Lake Malawi, scale the sand dunes in Sossusvlei, and glide through the OkavangoDelta by mokoro. A small group of eager travellers and a local expert will guide you on this exciting adventure through the natural beauty of southern Africa.
Travel from Nairobi to Zanzibar with a local crew and a small group of fellow travelers to gain an in-depth understanding of East Africa. This 20 day tour will take you across Kenya and Tanzania to discover the best of eastern Africa. Visit Lake Nakuru in search of flamingos, the NgorongoroCrater in search of black rhinos, and the Serengeti in search of the Big Five. Take a break from the savanna and visit the UsambaraMountains, and then let the endless white sands of Zanzibar's Northern Beaches take care of all of your worries.
An epic overland journey through Africa begins at South Africa's southern tip and ends atTanzania's famous Spice Island. Travel from CapeTown through remote deserts, rolling savannas and lush mountains, cruising the delta waterways by canoe, experiencing VictoriaFalls' spray, and meeting locals in rural communities. In this all-encompassing African adventure, you will drive through two national parks in search of elephants, lions, and hippos, relax on pristine beaches, and taste local cuisine.
Start your journey in Nairobi, Kenya, and explore East Africa. In addition to the Masai Mara National Reserve and the SerengetiNationalPark, there are also NgorongoroCrater and the SerengetiNationalPark on the continent. A number of game drives will provide you with the opportunity to view the Big Five and other majestic animals. Discover the cultures of the Maasai and Hadzabe tribes and be amazed by the vastness of Africa's largest lake as you explore this region. You will have the opportunity to learn about their ancient customs and modern way of living from their wise elders.
Tanzania is home to a melting pot of nationalities descending from Europe, Arab countries, Pakistan, India and China. The diversity is most seen in the port city of Dar Es Salaam and the spice island of Zanzibar.
Wildlife highlights on Tanzania Safari Tours are the wildebeest migration into the Serengeti National Park around late October. The calving season takes place from January to February when you can see baby animals huddled close to their mothers. Herds then travel to the southern Ndutu region by March and April and return to the Masai Mara by late June.
The Ngorongoro Crater is home to an abundant diversity of wildlife and flora as well as the Big 5. With Tanzania’s 16 national parks and reserves it most certainly has alot to offer on a budget Tanzania safari tour.
Tanzania doesn’t just offer wildlife on land. In the clear waters and coral reefs around Zanzibar and Mafia archipelagos are a stunning array of marine animals. Why not add a snorkeling or diving activity to your to-do list!
Tanzania has been described as one of the most diverse countries in Africa with over 158 local languages spoken. Add to this 120 tribes and you have a cultural melting pot. Expect a wide range of cultural activities including performing arts and visual arts along with literature.
Tanzania Safari Tours best Highlights
* Fantastic wildlife viewing on day and night safaris
During the months of July and August the weather is cool. In the dry season parks such as Tarangire are at their prime. It is also the best time to visit the Serengeti on safari. December to mid March is the calving season in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater which is amazing game viewing.
If you are headed to Zanzibar, plan your trip around June to October as the temperature is around 28 degrees Celsius which is ideal for lazy beach days.
Weather in Tanzania
Tanzania is a typical tropical climate with humid and hot days while cool at night. The heaviest rains fall from the middle of March to May, with light rain covering the area from October to January. Heavy rains can make certain areas impassable so please check with our consultants on when to plan your trip.
The high mountain areas such as Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru can have temperatures that fall to below freezing and can be quite unbearable at night.
While the dry season can have temperatures soaring to above 35°C in Dar es Salaam. Plenty of sunscreen of factor 50 is needed when you hit the golden beaches!
10 Reasons to Travel to Tanzania
The Great Migration in the Serengeti
Every year more than two million wildebeest and zebra migrate across the plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park in pursuit of grazing grass. The migration offers East African wildlife viewing at its best showcasing massive herds of animals. The landscape is characteristic of nature documentaries with acacia trees dotting the Savannah. Dramatic kills by the predators that trail the antelope are quiet the spectacle to remember. The annual migration is one of the main reasons for travelers wishing to visit this region.
Tanzania’s most popular National Park offers the quintessential African safari experience. Picturesque rolling Savannah and forests along with diverse species of wildlife. The Serengeti is the world’s largest protected grassland and is especially well known for its predator which include lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas.
Ngorongoro is the remains of a huge volcano that last erupted millions of years ago. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most pristine wilderness areas in Africa, and home to some of the densest populations of animals found anywhere on Earth. Here you will spot lion, elephant, giraffe and wildebeest which explains why it has been nicknamed “Africa’s Garden of Eden”.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa’s tallest mountain is one of Tanzania’s most famous sights and a bucket list topper for any mountaineer. The dormant volcano known as the ‘Roof of Africa’ stands at nearly 6000 meters above sea level. An ascent to the summit is surprisingly accessible while offering up spectacular scenery along the way. You can walk to the top in just four or five days without any climbing experience, just a good level of fitness and a guide.
Selous Game Reserve
Selous Game Reserve is Africa’s largest protected area and the world’s biggest game reserve. It is a wildlife wonderland that is home to one of the biggest concentrations of elephants, hippos, wild dogs, buffalo and sable antelope on the continent. Selous Game Reserve also has a quarter of the continent’s rapidly dwindling African wild dog population. This diverse ecosystem is often overlooked when compared with more famous reserves of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro in the north. For travelers seeking wildlife without the crowds, Selous is hard to beat.
Lying a short distance off the coast of Tanzania, the Zanzibar Archipelago is one of East Africa’s best beach destinations. Made up of two large islands of Unguja and Pemba, it also boasts to several smaller islands. Unguja is also known as Zanzibar Island and is the most visited island. Wildly popular with budget-friendly accommodation and romantic hotels scattered on postcard-perfect white-sand beaches. Stretches of coastline are fringed with swaying palm trees. Pemba on the other hand has only three hotels and is more secluded than Unguja.
Both islands offer amazing snorkelling and diving on coral reefs. Typical days include sailing trips on traditional dhows or unwinding on idyllic beaches. Alternatively visit Stone Town on Unguja which is rich with history and beautiful old architecture.
Chimpanzee Tracking
There are very few places left where you can see chimpanzees in the wild, and the only countries that offer chimpanzee tracking are Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. In Tanzania, Mahale Mountains National Park is the best place to see chimpanzees in the wild. With a population of 1000 of the apes living in the thick Montane Forest and a habituated group of around 100 individuals that can be viewed by visitors. In Montane forest you will also spot other primate species such as red-tailed monkey, red colobus, black and white colobus and blue monkeys.
Mafia Archipelago
Known as the Indian Ocean’s best-kept secret, the Mafia Archipelago rewards intrepid travelers with countless natural treasures. Experience world-class diving on the barrier reef, which is said to be one of the richest in the world with shoals of fish and turtles. Swim with whale sharks or go bird watching in mangrove forests or explore miles and miles of totally undeveloped and unspoiled sandy beaches.
Tanzania’s most famous tribe who are traditionally nomadic, moving around vast areas with their cattle. Recognisable in their brightly coloured clothes and distinctive jewellery. Some Masai live in traditional villages on the edges of Tanzania’s national parks and welcome visitors who want to learn about their customs. You can also stay at Masai-owned and run lodges to support community tourism.
Hiking Ol Doinyo Lengai
Tanzania’s most epic hiking adventure is a trek to the top of a 2000-metre-high active volcano in the Great Rift Valley. In Ol Doinyo Lengai which falls in the North, typically not as easy to summit but worth the effort for panoramic views over the forested hills of the Great Rift Valley. Not forgetting views of the Avenue of Volcanoes, the salt flats of Lake Natron and Mount Kilimanjaro to the east which are truly astounding.
Highlights of Zanzibar Island
Locally known as Unguja, Zanzibar Island gets most of the headlines, but the archipelago also consists of lush Pemba to the north and many more smaller islands. Visiting the museums and taking a walk through Stone Town is a good way of getting an idea of Zanzibar’s rich and turbulent slave-trade past. The architecture will surely fascinate you, as will the street markets.
The old city of Stone Town is the cultural heart of Zanzibar, and little has changed there for hundreds of years. The majority of Stone Town’s buildings were built by Omani sultans in the 19th century when Zanzibar was one of the most important trading centers in the Indian Ocean. In order to preserve these architectural markers of history, the Stone Town Conservation Authority has been working towards restoring this ancient town.
Nungwi Beach
The relaxing resort of Nungwi Beach is on the northern tip of the island, which is the busier and slightly more commercial side. It’s regarded as one of Zanzibar’s best beaches, because here you can swim to your heart’s delight as it’s one of the few beaches with no coral reef. It is also ideal as the tide doesn’t draw back for miles, unlike the east coast, which is a long walk before you can swim in the water.
The East Coast
The East Coast of Zanzibar is the less commercial and more traditional. Here you can chill out on one of the wooden beds with a good book or enjoy a traditional massage on the beach. Vendors walk up and down the beach to sell you a little something of Zanzibar.
The City of Dar es Salaam
Tanzania’s premier city, Dar es Salaam is a teeming metropolis of 1.5 million people. It is the largest city in Tanzania, as well as the wealthiest dealing in manufacturing and trade.
Olduvai Gorge ‘Cradle of Mankind’
Olduvai Gorge is a steep-sided ravine in the Great Rift Valley and is about 48km (30mi) long. The original spelling was Oldupai, which is Maasai for the wild sisal plant that grows there. Olduvai is often referred to as the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ because the first humanoid skeletons were discovered there. A museum that’s documented all its remarkable findings is well worth the visit.
Mt Kilimanjaro National Park
Jutting out from Tanzania’s north-eastern plains is Mt Kilimanjaro, an almost perfectly shaped volcano. It’s truly a sight to behold. At a solid 5896m (19343ft), its snow-capped peak is the highest in Africa.
Lake Manyara
Often overlooked as a wildlife destination due to its small size, Lake Manyara offers a really unusual stop on your Africa overland tour. Mostly due to it’s legendary tree-climbing lions. It lies about 130km from Arusha near the small town of Mto Wa Mbu.
How to get to Tanzania
European airlines which fly to Tanzania include British Airways, KLM and Swissair.
Tanzania has two International Airports. One just outside Dar es Salaam called Julius Nyerere International Airport and the other near Arusha namely Kilimanjaro International Airport. There are also some charter flights that will take you directly to Zanzibar Island.
If you are heading to Northern Tanzania we suggest you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
If your destination is Zanzibar, or Southern and Western Tanzania it is best to fly to Dar es Salaam.
Facts on Tanzania
Full name: United Republic of Tanzania
Capital city: Dodoma (official); Dar es Salaam (administrative)
Area: 945,090 sq km; 364,899 sq miles
Population: 35,922,000
Time Zone: GMT/UTC + 3 ()
Languages: Swahili (official); English (official)
Religion: Christian (45%); Muslim (40%); indigenous beliefs (15%)
Electricity: 230V; 50HzHz
Electric Plug Details: British-style plug: 2 flat blades & 1 flat grounding blade, South African/Indian-style plug: 2 circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin
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