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Wildlife, beaches, friendly people, fascinating cultures, Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Archipelago - Tanzania has all these and more wrapped up in one adventurous, welcoming package.
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Picture yourself in Tanzania with Elsewhere by Lonely Planet
Mar 29, 2023 • 5 Min read
Create your own epic safari experience with local experts in Tanzania with Elsewhere by Lonely Planet.
Tips & Advice
What to eat and drink in Tanzania
Oct 23, 2022 • 6 Min read
Tanzania’s cosmopolitan culinary tradition reflects a network of maritime links that once stretched across the Indian Ocean to Arabia, Asia, and Europe.
Beaches
Terrific Tanzania: all the best places to visit
Jun 28, 2022 • 9 Min read
From the fish markets of Lake Tanganyika to the beaches of Zanzibar – with plenty of world-famous nature parks in between – here’s the best of Tanzania.
Hiking
The best hikes in Tanzania, from Kilimanjaro to Ol Doinyo Lengai
Apr 29, 2022 • 10 Min read
Tanzania is a country of immeasurable beauty and cultural diversity, and it's also the setting for some of Africa's top hikes. Here's a guide to the best.
Activities
Top things to do in Tanzania
Mar 7, 2022 • 8 Min read
You’d need a lifetime to explore all Tanzania has to offer, but our list of top things to do is a great place to start.
Tips & Advice
Do I need a visa to go to Tanzania?
Mar 4, 2022 • 6 Min read
From safaris and spice islands to beaches and mountains, Tanzania is the whole East Africa package. Here's what you need to know about getting a visa.
Public Transport
Getting around in Tanzania, from the Serengeti to the Spice Islands
Mar 3, 2022 • 10 Min read
Exploring Tanzania's national parks, lakes and islands is easy, with frequent buses, trains, boats and planes. Here's a guide to getting around in Tanzania.
Beaches
Tanzania's best beaches to swap safaris for serene sand
Feb 18, 2022 • 7 Min read
The spirits blessed Tanzania with hundreds of miles of coastline, so a beach trip is definitely on the cards. Here's a guide to Tanzania's top beaches.
Wildlife & Nature
Tanzania’s best road trips offer wildlife and culture aplenty
Jan 22, 2022 • 7 Min read
If you want to discover the best of Tanzania, hire a car and spend weeks on the road surrounded by nature and culture.
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