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A group of chimpanzees resting in the trees in Gombe National Park, Tanzania.

Sep 20, 20266 min read

A Guide to Gombe National Park, Tanzania

Masai giraffe in front of Kilimanjaro mountain in Amboseli National Park, Kenya

Jul 17, 20267 min read

Guide to Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. PHOTOSTOCK-ISRAEL / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images

Jan 8, 202612 min read

The Serengeti's Great Migration: The World's Ultimate Wildlife Spectacle

A hot-air balloon ride over the Serengeti is an unforgettable safari experience © Diana Robinson / 500px

Jan 8, 20269 min read

The 14 Unmissable Things to Do in Tanzania

A group of hikers walk in a line across a barren field, with the peak of a mountain rising in the near distance.

Jan 14, 20255 min read

The Best Time to Go to Tanzania

From jaw-dropping safaris to beach-hopping along the coast, these top tips will make your trip to Tanzania even better. GUDKOV ANDREY/Shutterstock

Dec 18, 20247 min read

Traveling to Tanzania? These 15 Top Tips Will Make Your Trip Even Better

Life moves to its own rhythms on the gorgeous beaches of Zanzibar off the coast of Tanzania. Paul Biris/Getty Images

Dec 2, 202411 min read

The 13 Best Places to Visit in Tanzania

Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, your family will love tropical Zanzibar © CasarsaGuru / Getty Images

Nov 26, 20237 min read

Why Tanzania Is Africa’s Best Destination for Families

Hit the road with these top driving routes in Tanzania © Anastasiia Shavshyna / Getty Images

Nov 25, 20237 min read

4 of the Best Road Trips in Tanzania

Abundant public transport makes it easy to explore the diverse landscapes and cultures of Tanzania © Mitch Diamond / Getty Images

Nov 23, 202310 min read

How to Get Around in Tanzania

These money-saving tips can help you make the most out of your travels in Tanzania © Anastasiia Shavshyna / Getty Images

Nov 16, 20236 min read

8 Ways to Experience Tanzania on a Budget

Wildlife on safari in the Serengeti, East Africa

Nov 15, 20236 min read

Do I Need a Visa to Go to Tanzania?

Exploring the beaches and islands on Tanzania’s coast offers a fascinating taste of the Swahili world © Shutterstock

Sep 19, 20236 min read

How to Explore the Beaches and Islands of Tanzania’s Swahili Coast

Experience the best of Tanzania with Elsewhere by Lonely Planet © Delbars / Getty Images

Mar 29, 20236 min read

Picture Yourself in Tanzania with Lonely Planet Journeys

Chipsi mayai, chips and eggs,

Oct 23, 20226 min read

What to Eat and Drink in Tanzania

Mount Meru with Kilimanjaro in the distance, near Arusha in Tanzania

Apr 29, 202210 min read

The Best Hikes in Tanzania, from Kilimanjaro to Ol Doinyo Lengai

A traditional sailing boat on a beach in Zanzibar

Feb 18, 20227 min read

Tanzania's Best Beaches to Swap Safaris for Serene Sand

A pair of African bush elephant copulate in Tarangire National Park with blue skies in the background and soft cream savannah below

Jan 18, 20227 min read

The 5 Best National Parks in Tanzania: Where to Spot Elephants, See the Great Migration and Canoe on Africa's Largest Lake

May 23, 20124 min read

Hiking in Tanzania

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