{"id":2504,"date":"2016-12-09T14:17:50","date_gmt":"2016-12-09T14:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/blog\/?p=2504"},"modified":"2025-06-20T12:25:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T12:25:11","slug":"tanzania-safari-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/blog\/tanzania-safari-guide","title":{"rendered":"Tanzania Safari Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tanzania<\/a> is big. Really big, in fact, and home to more than a few national parks and reserves, in all corners of the country. When planning a Tanzania safari, it\u2019s useful to view the country in three parts \u2013 the north (Serengeti<\/a>, Tarangire<\/a>, Ngorongoro<\/a>), the south (Ruaha<\/a> and Selous<\/a>) and the west (Katavi<\/a> and Mahale<\/a>). Not to be forgotten, of course, is the languid coastline and the tranquil Indian Ocean islands<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here’s your definitive travel guide to where to go and what to do on one of our Tanzania safari trips<\/a>. And if you want to get some extra tips, have a look at our top 10 Tanzania travel tips here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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The North<\/h2>\n

The \u2018Northern Circuit\u2019 as it\u2019s often called is classic Tanzania<\/a> and is as perfect for first-timers as it is for honeymooners and experienced safari aficionados. This is the Africa of clich\u00e9s and every single one of them is justified: visit the Serengeti<\/span><\/a> for marvelling at the world-famous Great Migration<\/a>, Tarangire <\/span><\/a>for dreamy landscapes, walking and fly-camping, and the Ngorongoro Crater<\/span><\/a> for ultimate Big Five<\/a> game viewing. Stops in Lake Manyara<\/span><\/a> for the spectacular powder-pink flamingo or at Lake Natron<\/a>, which is\u00a0<\/span>also popular and easy to include in your Tanzania safari.<\/p>\n

How do I do it?<\/b><\/p>\n

All parks in the north are serviced by regular daily flights from Arusha<\/a> and Kilimanjaro Airport. There are several routes around the parks, but most flights fly in one big circle, stopping at several destinations one after the other, dropping passengers and collecting them as they go.<\/p>\n

The northern part of Tanzania is one of the only safari destinations on the continent where it\u2019s possible to drive between camps in a private-guided vehicle. It\u2019s an excellent way to save money and safari on a budget and is also good for small groups and family travel BUT beware of the curse of the bumpy road!<\/p>\n

Where do I start?<\/b><\/p>\n

A great northern Tanzania safari guide must have a beginning. Start with our sample itinerary, A Classic Safari Tale<\/a>.<\/span> Pick and mix your lodges to save money, add in some beach time in Zanzibar<\/a> at the end or make a quick stop in Lake Manyara<\/span> \u2013 the choice is yours!<\/p>\n

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The South<\/h2>\n

Further south are Ruaha National Park<\/span><\/a> and Selous Game Reserve<\/span><\/a>. You might not get the Great Migration<\/a> down here, but what you do get are vast swathes of stunning landscapes (with very few tourists), expert and extremely passionate guides and the chance to walk<\/a>, fly camp and even safari by boat<\/a>. Visiting both parks would, of course, be first prize for a Tanzania safari, but if time only allows for one, a few days in either will knock your socks off.<\/p>\n

How do I do it?<\/b><\/p>\n

The south might be a little trickier to get to but once you\u2019ve made the effort, it will most certainly be rewarded. Flights to Ruaha and Selous depart from Dar es Salaam Airport<\/a> but it\u2019s also possible to fly from the Serengeti<\/a> or Arusha<\/a> if you are visiting a Northern park first. However, a lot of internal flights can rocket the cost, which is worth bearing in mind when planning your trip.<\/p>\n

Where do I start?<\/b><\/p>\n

Start with our Untamed Tanzania<\/a><\/span> itinerary in Ruaha and Selous and swap lodges around to make the most of your budget. If you would like to visit the north first, explore the a canvas dream<\/span> trip as a starting point and add some time at the coast to the end of your Tanzania safari.<\/p>\n

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The West<\/h2>\n

The \u2018Wild West\u2019<\/a> of Tanzania<\/a> is truly that \u2013 wild! Again, it can be difficult\u00a0 <\/span>(and costly) to get to, but walking with chimps<\/a> in the Mahale Mountains<\/span><\/a> or game viewing in the remote wilderness of Katavi<\/span><\/a> is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a worthy addition to any Tanzania safari.<\/p>\n

How do I do it?<\/b><\/p>\n

Be prepared to part with a few dollars if you would like to add Katavi or Mahale to your itinerary. Both parks are remote and although serviced by flights from the southern parks and Dar es Salaam<\/a>, they don\u2019t come cheap.<\/p>\n

Where do I start?<\/b><\/p>\n

Have a look at our Tanzania\u2019s Wild West<\/a><\/span> itinerary for a good starting point. Lodges are more limited than in other areas, but there\u2019s still a few to play around with.<\/p>\n

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The Coast<\/h2>\n

Next up on our Tanzania<\/a> travel guide is the coast. Tanzania certainly isn\u2019t short of a postcard-worthy beach or two. Within easy driving distance from Dar es Salaam<\/a> is the magical Ras Kutani<\/span> <\/a>area whilst tropical Zanzibar<\/span><\/a>, Pemba<\/span><\/a> and Mafia<\/span> Islands<\/a> are all a short flight away \u2013 that\u2019s white sand, world-class diving and easy living at your fingertips.<\/p>\n

How do I do it?<\/b><\/p>\n

The cheapest flights to Zanzibar and Mafia Islands tend to depart from Dar es Salaam but you can also fly directly from Arusha<\/a> and Kilimanjaro<\/a> and sometimes the Serengeti<\/a> airstrips. Dar is easily accessible from pretty much all of Tanzania\u2019s airstrips, making it one of the best \u2018bush-and-beach\u2019 combos there is.<\/p>\n

Where do I start?<\/b><\/p>\n

Our Classic Tanzanian Bush and Beach Safari<\/a><\/span>\u00a0combines the northern circuit with a few days in Zanzibar and our\u00a0Remote Bush and Beach<\/a> trip<\/span> takes in Selous and Mafia Island. Swap your lodges, change the number of nights or add in some time in Ras Kutani<\/span> if you\u2019re looking for something cheaper.<\/p>\n

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