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Tanzania
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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Western Tanzania
Katavi National Park, 35km southwest of Mpanda, is Tanzania’s third-largest national park (together with two contiguous game reserves the conservation…
Northern Tanzania
Few people forget their first encounter with the Serengeti. Perhaps it's the view from the summit of Naabi Hill at the park's entrance, from where the…
Northern Tanzania
Since its official opening in 1977, Mt Kilimanjaro National Park has become one of Tanzania’s most visited parks. Unlike the other northern parks, this…
Mahale Mountains National Park
Western Tanzania
It’s difficult to imagine a more idyllic combination: clear, blue waters and white-sand beaches backed by lushly forested mountains soaring straight out…
Northern Tanzania
Welcome to one of Africa's most underrated parks. Thanks to its proximity to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, Tarangire is usually assigned only a day visit…
Southern Highlands
At approximately 22,000 sq km, Ruaha National Park is Tanzania’s largest. It forms the core of a wild and extended ecosystem covering about 40,000 sq km…
Western Tanzania
With an area of only 56 sq km, this is Tanzania’s smallest national park, but its famous primate inhabitants and its connection to Jane Goodall have given…
Southeastern Tanzania
The Selous is Africa's largest wildlife reserve, and Tanzania’s most extensive protected area. It’s home to large herds of elephants, plus buffaloes,…
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Bagamoyo
Located about 500m southeast of Bagamoyo along the road to Dar es Salaam is this renowned theatre and arts college, home of the national dance company…
Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar's most photogenic restaurant is perched on a coral outcrop in a stunning location surrounded by sea. At low tide you can walk to it; at other…
Zanzibar Town
One of the best ways to ease into Zanzibar life is to stop by this waterfront public space. It's a social hub for tourists and locals alike; there's a…
Northern Tanzania
This astounding conservation area and Unesco World Heritage Site encompasses the Ngorongoro Crater, Oldupai Gorge and much of the Crater Highlands. It can…
Pemba
Superbly situated on the beach at the northern end of the Kigomasha Peninsula, this relaxed and well-appointed resort sits on a small escarpment with…
Northern Tanzania
The small Oldupai Museum on the rim of Oldupai Gorge stands on one of the most significant archaeological sites on earth. It was here in 1959 that Mary…
Zanzibar Town
The tall spire and grey-yellow walls of the Anglican cathedral dominate the surrounding streets in this part of Stone Town, while the dark-wood pews and…
Northern Tanzania
The northernmost (and youngest) volcano in the Crater Highlands, Ol Doinyo Lengai (2878m), ‘Mountain of God’ in the Maasai language, is an almost perfect…
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Best Things to Do
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.
Read articleThings to Know
From planning your trip to knowing how to say hello, here are the things you should know before traveling to Tanzania.
Read articleTransportation
From the Serengeti to the Spice Islands, it's easy to get around Tanzania by bus, train, boat, and plane.
Read articleVisa Requirements
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.
Read articleMoney and Costs
This guide to daily costs, along with some money-saving tips, can help you stretch your budget further on safaris, hotels and beach trips in Tanzania.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
From wildlife safaris and cultural immersion to days snorkelling off the coast, Tanzania is one of the best places for an unforgettable family adventure.
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Discover the best of Tanzania's landscapes and wildlife with a 4WD, a local driver and this guide to the country's top driving routes.
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