Why Tanzania?

Tanzania is home to an array of world-famous national parks including the Serengeti, as well as captivating spectacles such as The Great Migration, Ngorongoro Crater and the Big 5 - and with Zanzibar just a short scenic flight away, some of the finest safari beach itineraries in Africa.

Jongomero Camp, Ruaha National Park
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Jongomero Camp, Ruaha National Park

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A Tanzania safari is like no other. Here you can see The Big 5, witness The Great Migration, visit Serengeti National Park and combine your safari with some beach time on Zanzibar; and that's just for starters! There are countless places to go, sights to see and properties to choose from.

When choosing a Tanzania safari, you may consider experiencing the famous Northern circuit, home to the Serengeti and Great Migration. The Southern circuit, known for its walking and boat activities, or the wilder Western circuit, home to Tanzania's chimpanzees!

What to look out for

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We love:
Tanzania is home to the Serengeti as well as Zanzibar, boasting some of the best safari beach itineraries in Africa.
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Key locations:
Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, The Ngorongoro Crater, Selous Game Reserve, Ruaha National Park, Lake Manyara, Mt Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar.
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Key experiences:
Watch the Great Migration, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Fly from Safari to the Beach, Climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

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What to see in 

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Lamai Camp in Northern Serengeti
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The Great Migration
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Serengeti Safari Camp
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Fundu Lagoon on Pemba Island
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Kuro Tarangire
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Serengeti Plains
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Zuri Zanzibar
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Selous Game Reserve, Southern Tanzania
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Namiri Plains
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Mnemba Island
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Diving off Zanzibar
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Cheetah in Eastern Serengeti
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When to visit

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Temp
27-31ºC
Rain
75MM

January is mostly dry and hot. There is chance of short showers and the ground is noticeably green post the November rains. The migration's calving season on the Ndutu Plains in Southern Serengeti begins - a time when predator activity is very high.

Temp
32°C
Rain
55MM

February sees temperatures peak on Zanzibar and the migration is still on the Ndutu Plains. February is one of the optimal months for trekking Kilimanjaro, being on safari and visiting Zanzibar.

Temp
31°C
Rain
142MM

The migration starts heading North and temperatures are still high. As the month progresses there is a higher chance of rain as Tanzania enters the long wet season.

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30°C
Rain
254MM

Heavy rain. Travelling in this period is not advised.

Temp
28°C
Rain
199MM

The rains calm as the month progresses. A good time for low season rates.

Temp
27°C
Rain
45MM

The dry season begins, the tracks dry up and The Great Migration can be found around the Grumeti River.

Temp
26°C
Rain
27MM

Perfect safari conditions as The Great Migration starts to move North to the Mara River.

Temp
27°C
Rain
20MM

Optimum conditions. The Great Migration moves further North and the Mara River crossings begin!

Temp
28°C
Rain
19MM

It starts to get warmer as The Great Migration splits between Kenya and Tanzania.

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29°C
Rain
67MM

The Migration starts to aim South into a yellow grassed Serengeti.

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30°C
Rain
120MM

November is the start of the short rainy season. November and early December are both part of the low season, although most lodges remain open. Showers are mostly short and confined to the evening.

Temp
31°C
Rain
116MM

Rain and good weather all rolled into one. The short wet season ends towards in later December. The Great Migration is largely in Eastern Serengeti moving South, and it is a great time to visit Zanzibar.

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