Best Things To Do in Tanzania 

Nestled in the heart of East Africa, Tanzania is a dream safari destination that transcends the ordinary. For travelers seeking adventure, serenity, and natural wonders. This beautiful country presents an enchanting tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored.

The magnificence of Tanzania extends far beyond the Wildebeest Migration, and what sets it apart for other safari destinations in the region is the vast, untamed wilderness with diverse terrains – savannah plains, rainforests, bushlands, mountains and volcanoes.

The unique feature distinguishing Tanzania is the absence of fences between its National Parks. Here, abundant wildlife inhabit these spaces by choice, making Tanzania a haven for wildlife enthusiasts.

As a visitor planning a safari, here are the best things to do in Tanzania.

• Balloon Safaris 

If you are looking for an experience you will never forget for the rest of your life while on a Tanzania safari, balloon safari is the best choice. Rising gently in the twilight to the sunrise over Tanzania’s savannah plains in the Serengeti and Tarangire and Ngorongoro Ndutu Plains, and enjoy eye’s view of the wildlife in action below.

Hot balloon safari is a perfect Tanzania safari experience to do for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and the best way to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration providing you with incredible views of large columns of the wildebeests as they trek through the plains of Serengeti as part of their annual trek.

After every flight, tradition stats that this shared experience will be celebrated with a champagne toast. After a toast in the bush, you will be driven to the shade of a giant tree to enjoy a delicious breakfast.

Balloon safaris deliver an once-in-a-lifetime moment that can be shared a couple, family or a group of up to 16 people.

Photo Safaris

• Migration Safaris 

The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most incredible animal migrations on the planet occurring in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve – making up the Serengeti – Mara ecosystem, the oldest ecosystem on earth.

During the wildebeest migration, over 1.5 wildebeests accompanied by thousands of zebras and gazelles travel clockwise through Tanzania and Kenya in search of fresh grass.

The annual migration is at its best from June to October.

Migration safaris in Tanzania offers you a chance to witness this spectacle firsthand in the Serengeti National Park, particularly at the river crossing where giant crocodiles lie in wait. Then having crossed in Kenya, you follow their journey into the Masai Mara National Reserve.

Apart from the River Crossings, another highlight of the Great Wildebeest Migration is the calving season from January to February. Witness the migration, with thousands of wildebeest calves born every day, in the Southern Serengeti – in the Ndutu Plains.

• Birding Safaris 

Tanzania is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, the country’s varied regions, climates, and ecosystems combine to create diverse habitats for hundreds of resident and migratory species.

With over 1,100 species, Tanzania offers world-class birding safaris combining spectacular wildlife with diverse avian hotspots like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park.

Bird species to lookout for on a Tanzania Birding Safaris include Iringa akalat Abbott’s Starling, Abbott’s Starling, Rubeho akalat, African Tailorbird, Amani Sunbird, Usambara akalat, Amani Sunbird, Banded Sunbird, Uluguru bushshrike, Athi Short-toed Lark, Blue Swallow, Usambara eagle-owl, Babbling Starling, Dappled Mountain-Robin, Uhehe fiscal, Bertrand’s Weaver, Grey-Crested Helmet-shrike, Montane tiny greenbul, Black-lored, Cisticola, Iringa Akalat, Uluguru greenbul, Broad-winged White-eye, Karamoja Apalis, Tanzanian red-billed hornbill, Brown-headed Apalis, Kilombero Weaver, Beesley’s lark, Buff-bellied Penduline Chat, Kungwe Apalis, Yellow-collared lovebird, Buff-shouldered Widowbird, Long-Billed Tailor-bird, Pemba scops owl, Chapin’s Apalis, Mrs. Moreau’s Warbler, Rubeho forest partridge, Chubb’s Cisticola, Sokoke Scops-Owl, Udzungwa forest partridge, Churring Cisticola and South Pare White-eye among others.

On birding safaris in Tanzania, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide – birder and together, seek out the birds and animals you love by tailoring your birding safari to your preferences.

• Honeymoon Safaris 

Tanzania is home to some of the world’s finest romantic destinations making it a dream honeymoon destination. The mainland Tanzania and the beautiful islands of Zanzibar together offer a perfect combination of experiences, enjoy unforgettable romantic safari and wrap it up with a tropical beach retreat in Zanzibar.

Our private safaris are incredibly romantic. Enhance your honeymoon experience by boarding a morning hot air balloon safari. Later relax in a stunning pool to escape the afternoon heat. Then, end your day with an intimate bush dinner for two under a sky full of stars.

Every honeymoon we organize in Tanzania is tailored to each couple’s preference. Consequently, you can choose from a number of Tanzania’s beautiful destinations and incredible activities that are perfect for you.

• Mountain Climbing Adventures  

Tanzania offers diverse mountain climbing adventures, dominated by the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro – the highest peak in Africa with routes like Machame, Lemosho, and Marangu.

Also, Tanzania offers Mount Meru – great for acclimatization, Ol Doinyo Lengai – an active Volcanoes with unique lava and other treks in the Udzungwa Mountains and Usambara Mountains providing mountain climbing experiences from challenging high – altitude climbs to scenic hikes through diverse flora and fauna.

Kilimanjaro Climbs 

To reach the summit of Africa’s highest is one the bucket list of many climbers. The good thing, you do not need to be an experienced mountaineer to achieve this goal. However, being physically fit with a solid ambition to reach the top is essential for Kilimanjaro trekking tours.

Accompanied by highly experienced team, ascend Mount Kilimanjaro during a multi-day adventure.

A private Mount Kilimanjaro trek allows you to select your preferred dates. Alternatively, you can join a small group of visitors on a scheduled mountain trek.

In both cases, you can choose which route to tackle during this once-in-a-lifetime- experience.

Mt. Meru Climbs 

Trekking Mount Meru – the fifth highest mountain in Africa is a true Africa adventure. During the trek you will likely see giraffes, buffaloes, baboons, colobus monkeys and antelope. However, a park ranger will keep you safe as they accompany you on this volcanic mountain trek.

Compared to Mount Kilimanjaro, the advantage of trekking Mount Meru is that there are fewer visitors. Additionally, it only takes four days to reach the top and get safely back down again.

Although sections of this trail are more technical than those of Mount Kilimanjaro, it is also a good trek for all abilities.

Photo Safaris 

Capture the wide horizons, magical colors and fascinating wildlife of Tanzania. The country’s diverse topography and wildlife combine to create a dream destination for photographers.

Capture the low warm light that casts long shadows across the landscape and makes the wildlife’s eye sparkle.

Private Tanzania photo safaris allow you plan your entire experience. Adapted 4×4 vehicles with large windows, USD charges, and roof hatches enable you to capture fantastic photos. Moreover, our expert guides can get you to the right place at the right time to compose beautiful images.

For wildlife photography, we our Tanzania Travel Experts can recommend parks with fewer visitors and photography hides. For landscape photography, we can suggest the best period to visit for dramatic skies and crisp light.