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An adventure tour to Tanzania will have you exploring one of the most diverse countries in Africa. From the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro to lush rainforests and white, sandy beaches. From bounding through the wild Serengeti savannah, searching for lions to soaking up some rays on the paradise island of Zanzibar. Witness the intensity of the wildebeest migration, visit the salt pans at the impressive Ngorongoro Crater, and immerse yourself in one of the most vibrant cultures in the world. Wander through ancient streets, visit Prison Island or climb one of the highest mountains in the world. A tour to Tanzania is nothing short of an adventure.
Group Tours of Tanzania with Tucan Travel
A group tour is an excellent way to explore Tanzania. Our Tanzania tours are perfect for friends, groups, couples and solo travellers, and we have 9 incredible itineraries to choose from. From our longest tour to Africa lasting a total of 42 days visiting the highlights of Africa, to the Africa Safari & Beach tour which focuses on seeing the best of Africa’s wildlife. Our group tours to Africa use a combination of private vehicles, our own overland truck and flights so you can make the most of your time abroad. Our custom-built overland trucks are there to pump a little more adventure into your holidays. Travel in comfort and style with built-in electrical chargers, ample space for passengers and large sliding windows to take in the incredible scenery. All of our tours are accompanied by an expert Tucan Travel tour leader and includes all accommodation throughout.
Top 12 places to visit in Tanzania
Tanzania has much to offer adventure seekers, adrenaline junkies and of course, wildlife lovers. Home to some of the world’s most esteemed game reserves, wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, you’ll never run out of places to explore in Tanzania. Add that to the serene lakes, relaxing, paradise islands and snow-capped mountains, and it can be difficult to know where to begin. Here’s our pick of the 12 best places to visit in Tanzania.
1. Kampala
Zanzibar is a highlight of any tour to Tanzania and a welcoming resting spot after those wild safari excursions.
A speck in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is famous for it’s paradise beaches and exotic spices. Surrounded by some of the clearest, warmest water you’ll ever see, Zanzibar is the perfect destination for swimmers and snorkelers. Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar is a World Heritage Site boasting stunning ancient houses, beautiful mosques, a Sultan’s palace and a labyrinth of narrow, winding streets. The melting pot of Swahili, Arab and Persian cultures makes Zanzibar a truly unique destination in Tanzania.
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Almost every type of ecosystem in the world can be found on Mount Kilimanjaro!
2. Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is a fantastic destination for a safari. The park has one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Tanzania. Numerous dry riverbeds, wiry acacia boughs and forests of baobab trees, make Tarangire a unique place to visit. As well as using the standard 4WD safari vehicles, Tarangire National Park is an excellent place for a walking safari. See elephants, zebra, giraffe, bucks, impala and wildebeest traipse across this vast, African landscape. Choose from staying in lodges, campsites or luxury tents. Or Tarangire can be easily reached on a day trip from Arusha
3. Serengeti
The world-famous Serengeti National Park is a highlight of any tour to Tanzania. This enormous conservation area is well-known as being one of the best places in the world to go on a safari. Home to the wildebeest migration where over a million wildebeest, gazelles and zebra thunder over to the Serengeti from the Masai Mara in Kenya.
Aside from the great migration, Serengeti National Park houses a huge selection of wildlife. This classic African safari setting is a vast expanse of grasslands making it one of the best places for spotting one of their 2,500 lions. Take the classic jeep or for an even bigger adventure, take a hot-air balloon ride at dawn to see the animal kingdom waking up.
4. Mount Kilimanjaro
Looming above the vast savannah below, is the highest freestanding mountain in the world. Standing at 19,340 feet tall, Mount Kilimanjaro is the perfect destination in Tanzania for adrenaline junkies. Find fields, dense forests, plateaus, rainforest and snow, with a few small peaks along the way. Choose one of the seven trails to reach the summit in 6 days, or if you’re not quite up for the challenge, there are multiple hikes around the base which result in spectacular views over the park.
5. Ruaha National Park
This remote landscape lying in the centre of Tanzania is the country’s largest National Park. Ruaha National Park is home to an astonishing amount of giraffes. The park also houses elephants, cheetahs, leopards, kudu and lions. Being the largest park, it means that there are much fewer crowds than in the more famous ones such as the Serengeti, making your safari experience much more authentic. The Great Ruaha River makes game viewing particularly special during the dry season.
6. Mafia Island
Mafia Island is one of the best places to visit in Tanzania if you’re looking for unspoilt, beautiful coastlines. The pearly-white beaches and turquoise clear water make Mafia Island one of the most beautiful places in Tanzania. This undiscovered gem is the perfect location to explore lagoons, search coral reefs (keeping an eye out for whale sharks and sea turtles,) tan on sun-soaked beaches and take a well-deserved, heavenly rest.
7. Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest volcanic caldera in the world. Over 2000 feet deep and covering 160 miles, it’s big. With the crater holding the highest density of game in Africa, it’s one of the best places to spot the big 5. This huge bowl of savannah, forests, dramatic cliffs and rolling hills is home to black rhino, leopard, zebra, elephants, hyena and cheetahs.
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8. Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara is well-known as being a wildlife hotspot of Tanzania, especially if you’re eager to see flamingos. During the wet season, around 300 migratory birds come to the lake, but when it’s drier you’ll see hippos, elephants and giraffes. Bordered by the dramatic Rift Valley and encapsulating 11 different ecosystems, this small park is one of the biggest underrated safari destinations in Tanzania.
9. Mahale Mountains
Relatively new to the tourist scene, the Mahale Mountains remains one of the best untouched gems of Tanzania. Nestled on the crystal clear shoreline of Lake Tanganyika, Mahale Mountains is one of the best places to get a close look at chimpanzees, red colobus and yellow baboons. Forest covered mountains and misty peaks makes Mahale Mountains one of the most unique spots in Tanzania.
10. Arusha
As well as being a prime spot for heading out to the famed Serengeti, Arusha is also a fantastic spot to explore. Unlike the majority of national parks in Tanzania, Arusha is not just there to serve as a place for a safari. Arusha is the place for outdoor recreation. Hike the rolling hills, climb the towering mountains or even set off on a canoe and float down the water, gaining a whole new perspective of the national parks in Tanzania.
11. Kidepo Valley National Park
Africa’s largest reserve is a fantastic place to get a unique experience of a safari. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a great option if you want the experience of the Serengeti without the inevitable hoards of people and jeeps. Spot herds of elephants, cheetahs, African wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles and even a few black rhino. After your jeep safari, explore the other side of the park, the Selous swamps, wetlands and rivers by boat.
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12. Katavi
Katavi is one of the most remote parks in the whole of Africa, making it a great place to visit if you want to skip the crowds. It’s not easy to get to being only accessible by small aircraft, but if you can make it, you will be rewarded. Vast expanses of unspoilt, wild and beautiful land houses a fantastic selection of wildlife and all the usual suspects of the more popular parks. However, they have a huge density of hippos bathing in the pools.
Why Tucan Travel
A holiday to Tanzania doesn’t need to break the bank. Group tours with Tucan Travel provide an excellent way to explore everything that Tanzania has to offer, even if you’re on a bit of a budget. Our group tours to Tanzania are designed to be the perfect balance of value for money, authenticity and unforgettable experiences, providing an in-depth look into Tanzanian culture.
As an adventure tour specialist, we work hard to maintain our strong relationships with local suppliers and guides, taking care to support local businesses ethically and sustainably. Where possible, we use family-run hotels and guest houses and avoid large chains. And if you still need more reasons to book a tour with Tucan Travel, we’ve won numerous awards for our tours which you can read about here. But don’t take our word for it – here what our customers say on Trustpilot.
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