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Tanzania travel guides

One of Africa’s most versatile destinations, Tanzania attracts honeymooners, families and seasoned travelers alike. Home to the Big Five, Mount Kilimanjaro and within easy reach of laid back and idyllic Zanzibar, this is a country that encapsulates fantastic wildlife viewing, countless walking and trekking opportunities and intimate beach resorts.

No matter what your interests, our travel guides for Tanzania are designed to help you make informed choices as you plan your trip to one of Africa’s most appealing safari destinations.

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Ideas for how to explore Tanzania

Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Tanzania. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.

  • Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip
    Serengeti hot-air balloon safari

    Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip

    Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip

    Explore the Masai Mara and the Serengeti in a single trip. Pair Kenya’s wildlife with a Tanzania island retreat. Or take an extended trip to see more of East Africa’s animals. Specialist Arista shares her top trip ideas for a combining Kenya and Tanzania.

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  • Typical day on safari
    Game drive with Shenton Safaris

    Typical day on safari

    Typical day on safari

    A typical day on safari essentially revolves around the need to see the wildlife at its most active. It usually follows a similar routine with slight variations between destinations and seasons.

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  • What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide
    A herd of elephant in the Selous

    What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide

    What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide

    The Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra through the Serengeti is not the only highlight of Tanzania. We have come up with five of our favorites, from climbing Kilimanjaro to relaxing on the beautiful island of Zanzibar.

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  • Tanzania safaris: north vs south
    Tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara

    Tanzania safaris: north vs south

    Tanzania safaris: north vs south

    From the drama of the Great Migration in the north to the hushed wildlife experiences of the south, Audley specialist Dickie uncovers the best safari destinations across Tanzania. Discover what you might see in each region and where’s best to stay.

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  • Family safaris in Tanzania
    The Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

    Family safaris in Tanzania

    Family safaris in Tanzania

    Whether you’re looking for The Lion King experience on the Serengeti or a truly wild adventure in the south, Tanzania is a great place for a family safari. Specialist Philippa suggests some child-friendly camps and lodges and offers insider tips on planning.

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  • Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa
    Chimpanzee, Mahale Mountains National Park

    Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa

    Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa

    Africa's most famous primates are its gorillas but there are places which reverberate to the hoots and shrieks of their closest relatives, chimpanzees. Discover more about Audley tailor-made trips to see wild chimpanzees.

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  • Honeymoons in Tanzania
    Elephant in Tarangire National Park

    Honeymoons in Tanzania

    Honeymoons in Tanzania

    Tanzania offers a variety of private, secluded experiences, which make it a stand-out honeymoon destination. Country specialist, Georgia, explains how you can combine time on safari with relaxation on a palm fringed beach in Zanzibar.

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  • Luxury safari vacations in Tanzania
    Klein's Camp, Serengeti National Park

    Luxury safari vacations in Tanzania

    Luxury safari vacations in Tanzania

    Tanzania is home to some of the most luxurious safari lodges in Africa. It is also home of the world-famous Great Migration, so if you are looking to view this spectacle in style, our country specialists can help you plan your perfect trip to Tanzania.

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  • Trekking in Tanzania
    Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

    Trekking in Tanzania

    Trekking in Tanzania

    Africa's largest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, is found in Tanzania and a trek to the summit can be included a tailor-made vacation with us. If you're an avid trekker, you might also like to consider exploring Mahale Mountains National Park.

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