“Karibu” – Welcome! Tanzania is a beautiful country of diverse landscapes ranging from imposing volcanic peaks to endless stretches of open plains to white sand beaches. From top to bottom and east to west, Tanzania offers an authentic East African safari experience: Big Five sightings, luxurious tented safari camps, and rich cultural encounters. Home to famously large herds of migratory and resident wildlife, it’s also the setting for one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles: the Great Migration, a sight that attracts safari enthusiasts for its affirmation of life and timelessness. In the north, beguiling icons like Mount Kilimanjaro – the highest mountain in Africa, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park headline the ‘Northern Circuit.’ Nearby, the Rift Valley, and Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park‘s reward with equally memorable landscapes and adventures. At the country’s western border, in two forested pockets along Lake Tanganyika’s shore, you’ll find chimpanzees—the only place in all of Tanzania where you can trek to them. Meanwhile, the country’s lesser-visited south is home to some truly wild tracts of remote wilderness. Step aboard a boat safari to ply the banks of the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) or join a research-integrated safari in reclusive Ruaha National Park. Close out a safari on the coast by digging your toes into the powdery beaches of the Zanzibar Archipelago—’spice islands’ that boast long, storied trading histories.

But Tanzania is more than just a safari destination. It’s also a land of beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, with the Indian Ocean offering an array of marine adventures, including snorkeling, diving, and fishing.

Best time to visit Tanzania

Tanzania’s high season runs from July to October and December to February, coinciding with the dry seasons when game is easier to spot. To avoid the crowds, consider traveling in January-early March, May, November and early December. You might experience light rain during the night, but the grass is the most beautiful shade of green. If you are traveling to western or southern Tanzania, June through October is best, as it can be very hot and humid the rest of the year.

Mid-March through April endure long rains in Tanzania, so be prepared for un-drivable roads and muddy, buggy conditions. During this time, camps in western and southern Tanzania close.

If you’re focused on the Great Migration, plan to visit the Serengeti from January to early March (hello babies and predator action set against a verdant green landscape—a stark contrast to the parched, water-starved dry season), in June/July or from late October to mid-December. (We will advise you on the best camp location based on the month of travel.) Bear in mind that weather patterns are changing across the world. Since the Migration is driven by the pursuit of plentiful grazing grounds and reliable water, it can affect the movement of wildlife.

Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round, but we recommend avoiding the wettest months: November, April and May.

Whether you’re looking for an action-packed safari, a relaxing beach vacation, or a combination of both, Tanzania has something for everyone. So come and discover the magic of this beautiful country we can’t wait to welcome you!

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