Tanzania Tour Packages & Holidays: Our Top Picks for Every Type of Traveler

Tanzania Tours, Itineraries, Trips and holidays: Our Top Picks for Every Type of Traveler. The Tanzania tour itineraries that we have developed and proven to be effective provide unique and unforgettable experiences. Typically, the primary emphasis of our Tanzania tours and packages is around the remarkable parks and reserves found inside the country, such as the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. In addition, our company offers a wide range of tours to Tanzania’s lesser-explored reserves, such as Nyerere (formerly known as Selous) and Ruaha, which are often underappreciated by tourists. In addition, the captivating destination of Zanzibar, along with other islands in the Indian Ocean, presents an array of wonderful beach resorts. It is highly recommended to consider the integration of a luxury Tanzania tour with a tropical beach holiday, as this combination offers a straightforward and easily manageable arrangement.

An African safari in Tanzania is sure to be an unforgettable experience. With so many must-see destinations like the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, not to mention the charm of Zanzibar, it can be difficult to decide which Tanzania safari to choose. Whether you’re planning to bring the family or want to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, we’ve made it easy by categorizing our top Tanzania safari tours by theme, so there’s sure to be something that suits your needs.

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Tanzania Tours: A Safari for Every Type of Traveller

Tanzania has many different tours for both first-timers and people who have been on adventure before. Tanzania is a good choice for families because it’s easy to combine a tour with a beach vacation that’s good for kids. The most exclusive and luxury safari lodges and beach retreats in the country make for an unforgettable honeymoon in Africa. For people with special dietary needs, more and more hotels now offer vegetarian and vegan meals. And a lot of camps are adding new tour things to their list.

• The best place in East Africa for family tours and beach vacations.
• Lodges and camps that are true to tour’s past shine with great service and style.
• Places that are private and romantic are good for a vacation.

Browse our recommended Tanzania tour packages below, or get in touch with one of our Africa Safari Experts to help make a Tanzania tour itinerary that fits your trip needs and budget:

Tanzania Tour Packages & Vacations

Small Private Guided Tanzania Group Safari Itinerary

The Small Private Guided Tanzania Group Safari Itinerary combines exhilarating big game watching with iconic scenery and cultural highlights by combining Tanzania’s “must-see” northern game reserves onto a straightforward itinerary. You travel through a region inhabited by traditional Maasai herders and their settlements, visiting game reserves, and taking in sights like enormous herds of wildebeest, big cats, massive volcanic craters, and lakes that are illuminated by the setting sun.

Tanzania Zanzibar Rwanda Itinerary

A Detailed Tanzania Zanzibar Rwanda Itinerary. A private ocean safari and spice tour in Zanzibar show cultural treasures, and a gorilla trek in Rwanda is a true “bucket list” experience.

A private lecture at Oldupai Gorge, where the remains of early man were found; a hot air balloon ride at dawn over the Serengeti, followed by breakfast; an ocean safari on a private dhow boat, with lunch on a secluded beach; and a one-hour interactive visit with a silverback gorilla family in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, with an expert guide and a personal porter, in small groups of just 8 guests. Go through the following.

10 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti North Itinerary

With the convenience of local flights to alleviate the pain of long-distance travel, this itinerary covers all of Tanzania’s traditional safari spots and includes stays at some of our most intimate and exquisite accommodations. Visit Tarangire National Park, which is home to a plethora of safari giants like elephants, after spending the night in Arusha and maybe indulging in a spa treatment or two. Go on thrilling walking safaris and twice-daily game drives to learn all about your environment.

Your next stop will take you to a working coffee farm where you can savor homemade meals made with garden-fresh ingredients. Go on all-day safaris across the Ngorongoro Crater’s level surface. There are about 30,000 animals housed there, and if you’re lucky, you could see all five of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—in the course of a day. The Serengeti and the possibility of seeing the Great Migration (depending on the time of year) are the next stops on the itinerary, which is widely regarded as essential to top-tier Tanzanian safaris.

Highlights:

• Well-paced, comprehensive northern circuit safari
• Sophisticated and intimate tented camp accommodation
• Excellent for game viewing, the seasonal Wildebeest Migration and the Big 5
• Great photographic opportunities

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners

8 Days Luxury Tanzania Safari

While staying at five-star safari lodges, you can explore two of Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations—Tarangire and the world-renowned Serengeti. First, you’ll spend the night in Arusha at Legendary Lodge, the ideal Arusha safari hotel. Little Chem Chem, an exclusive-use wilderness area adjacent to Tarangire National Park, is the next stop for those seeking a quiet retreat from the madding crowds. The notorious tree-climbing lions should be kept in mind.

Finally, you’ll arrive at Mwiba Lodge, a top-tier Tanzanian lodge, where you can relax after an exciting day of off-road game drives, bush walks, and night drives illuminated by spot lights. Keep an eye out for the endangered wild dogs, track the area’s prolific big cats, and hear the rumble of the safari’s colossal elephants. Guided walking safaris are another great activity at Mwiba Wildlife Reserve.

Our Tanzania safaris like this one are part of our Positive Impact offerings. These safaris are part of Trips With A Purpose, which helps fund initiatives to protect local communities, animals, or the environment.

Highlights:

• Exceptional elephant sightings in Tarangire National Park
• Famous big cat sightings in the Serengeti
• Add an optional helicopter ride to your safari experience
• Guided walks and night drives
• Luxury safari accommodations
• Witness the Great Migration (in season February and March)

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners

10 Days Tanzania’s Privately Guided Bush, Photography & Stargazing Safari

When you combine a private guide with a safari to four of Tanzania’s top parks—Arusha, Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater—you get an experience you won’t soon forget. Marvel at breathtaking scenery and unforgettable adventures with the help of some of Africa’s most famous safari guides.

Explore the world’s largest continuous caldera, climb Mount Meru, see red-dusted elephants in Tarangire, and gaze up at the ancient baobabs. Explore the expansive Serengeti grasslands and, when the time is right, be awed by the Great Migration. With the assistance of your expert guides, take stunning photographs of the wildlife you encounter during your adventure. While you dine on game drives and walking safaris during the day, you may study the stars and constellations of Africa under the cover of darkness.

Highlights:

• Privately guided
• Fantastic photographic opportunities
• Stargazing and an introduction to constellations
• A fantastic showcase of the Great Migration (in season)
• Personalised service and exclusive accommodations

Best for:

• Active and adventurous travellers
• Nature photographers

13 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro And Serengeti Walking Safari

To get a better feel for Tanzania’s wilderness, it’s best to combine game drives with walking safaris. As you stroll through the Kilimanjaro foothills and gaze out over the Ngorongoro Crater rim, you can rest assured that you are in the capable hands of knowledgeable rangers and local guides. Game drives and fly-camping in the Serengeti—a once-in-a-lifetime chance to sleep under the stars—follow heavyweight game viewing in Tarangire.

Highlights:

• A rare chance to combine game drives with walking safaris
• Exceptional wildlife viewing and scenery throughout
• Specialist Serengeti camp for the Wildebeest Migration
• Full-day Big 5 safari in Ngorongoro Crater
• Luxurious accommodation in private settings
• Fly-camping finale in the Serengeti for an unforgettable experience

Best for:

• Active and adventurous travellers
• Bird watchers and nature photographers

10 Days Serengeti, Secret Ruaha and Nyerere Itinerary

In search of a less conventional experience? From a secluded spot in the heart of the Serengeti—a region famous for its big cats—to a secluded portion of Ruaha National Park and a mobile tented camp, this fly-in safari takes you on an adventure like no other. In this area, which is well-known for its lion, elephant, and buffalo populations, you will combine guided hikes with day and night game drives. At the conclusion of the journey, you will have the opportunity to visit the best wildlife hotspot in the massive Nyerere National Park (Selous) on foot, by boat, or 4X4, while also enjoying high views over the Rufiji River.

Highlights:

• Diverse and highly rewarding wildlife viewing throughout
• Stay at a specialist camp for the Wildebeest Migration
• Exceptional predator sightings: big cats, hyenas, crocodiles and raptors
• Great mix of drives, walks and river safaris
• Luxurious frontier-style safari accommodation
• Fly-in comfort and convenience

Best for:

• Active travellers
• Bird watchers
• Nature photographers
• Repeat safari travellers

11 Days Tanzania Migration Safari Itinerary

Staying at safari sites that redefine glamping, this incredible 11-day tour takes you to some of Tanzania’s top wildlife hotspots. In addition to staying at a mobile camp in the Serengeti, where you are assured front-row seats to the Wildebeest Migration, you will also fly between camps, allowing you additional time on safari.

Highlights:

• Witness the Great Migration year-round
• Stay at luxurious tented camps in pristine settings
• Private safari vehicles and guides for an exclusive experience
• Fly-in itinerary for more time spent on safari
• Guided walking safaris in the Serengeti

Best for:

• First-time safari travellers
• Couples and honeymooners

9 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti Fly-in Safari

There is a plenty of safari time on this trip, made possible by the fly-in itinerary. It starts at Tarangire, the “land of giants,” where you can see lions, elephants, and huge herds of buffalo. Then it moves on to Lake Manyara National Park, where you can see lions that climb trees. After that, relax on a safari with the Big Five into the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. The tour culminates in the Serengeti at a mobile tented camp that moves between three sites to guarantee a prime position for the Wildebeest Migration between November and June, featuring opulent and romantic accommodations throughout.

Highlights:

• Fly-in comfort and convenience
• Exceptional wildlife viewing all year
• Well-located for the Great Wildebeest Migration
• Go on game drives and guided bush walks
• Full-day Big 5 safari in Ngorongoro Crater
• Look for Lake Manyara’s flamingos and tree-climbing lions
• Romantic, luxurious accommodation

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• First-time safari travellers

10 Days Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Masai Mara Fly-in Safari

This fly-in safari visits the Serengeti, the Masai Mara, and the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can see the Big Five, in addition to guaranteeing yourself a seat at the Great Wildebeest Migration. You can witness predator-prey dynamics, particularly during the Migration, and some of Africa’s most recognizable creatures, such as giraffes, elephants, buffalo, and big cats. Enjoy a variety of activities, including game drives and bush walks, while staying in luxurious tented suites with private bathrooms and viewing decks. Perfect for a special event, this tour is leisurely and luxurious.

Highlights:

• Recommended for Wildebeest Migration
• Unbeatable heavyweight game-viewing
• Full-day Big 5 safari in Ngorongoro Crater
• Cultural excursions and interactions
• Luxurious accommodation

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Wildlife photographers

10 Days Year-round Migration Safari

Beginning at a luxurious coffee plantation, the itinerary continues with a Big Five safari in the Ngorongoro Crater, a flight into the Serengeti, and a camp located along the Wildebeest Migration route. Even while this is a fantastic spot to see wildlife at any time of year, you won’t be able to see the Serengeti Migration unless you travel to another area. During their absence from the Serengeti, the wildebeest herds make their home in the Masai Mara, where Rekero Camp is located. Take advantage of your time on game drives and bush walks to the fullest with the fly-in itinerary.

Highlights:

• Recommended for Wildebeest Migration
• Excellent general game viewing and predators
• See the Big 5 in Ngorongoro Crater
• Fly-in comfort and convenience
• Cultural excursions and experiences
• Traditional ‘frontier-style’ tented camps

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Wildlife photographers

9 Days Serengeti and Zanzibar Itinerary

On this leisurely journey, which begins with an evening in Arusha enjoying gourmet cuisine and classic elegance, you will spend three nights in the Serengeti. Day trips will consist of game drives and bush walks; if you go in the middle of the year, you may be lucky enough to witness the Wildebeest Migration, but visiting your camp in this game-rich region will be a treat year-round. The next stop is at a tranquil retreat on a white-sand beach in Zanzibar, where you can spend three days doing nothing or whatever you choose.

Highlights:

• Well-located camp for the seasonal Wildebeest Migration
• Excellent game viewing all year – big cats, elephants and buffalo
• Secluded ocean-front chalet with your own hammock
• Massages and spa treatments
• Recommended for snorkellers and scuba divers

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Active travellers and families

14 Days Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Zanzibar Itinerary

This varied and welcoming nation will check all of your must-see boxes in just 14 days. Starting in Arusha, you will have the opportunity to explore Tarangire National Park, a vast yet under-explored reserve that harbors magnificent creatures including as tree-climbing lions and the inquisitive long-necked gerenuk.

The unparalleled Ngorongoro Crater is your next stop, and it has some of the world’s easiest game watching. Numerous predators are able to maintain a healthy population because to the abundant plains game that thrive on the fertile grazing grounds of this old caldera. The Serengeti follows, a vast expanse of savannah where, during certain times of the year, the Wildebeest Migration takes place.

Get away to Zanzibar, a paradise island, for some classic beach, sea, and sun after an exciting safari.

Highlights:

• See the Wildebeest Migration in season
• Discover little-known Tarangire
• Spot the Big 5 in Ngorongoro Crater
• Explore the plains of the Serengeti
• Walk the historic streets of Stone Town
• Unwind on a picture-perfect Zanzibar beach

Best for:

• First-time safari travellers
• Couples, honeymooners and special holiday occasions

10 Days Ultra-luxury Tanzania Safari And Migration Itinerary

Get ready for an unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania – a perfect blend of five-star accommodations and breathtaking animal encounters will leave you speechless. Arusha is the perfect place to settle down on a coffee plantation, and Tarangire National Park is the perfect place to listen to nature’s call. With the abundance of baobab trees in the background, elephants steal the spotlight here.

Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is where the adventure continues. Take in the breathtaking scenery and wildlife before taking a private plane to Tanzania’s Serengeti, the country’s most renowned national park. Spend your last few days at Sayari Camp, a luxurious haven. Viewing wildlife, having private picnics, and going on hot air balloon safaris are all ways to pass the time.

Highlights:

• Exceptional, luxury experiences & accommodation
• Game drives, guided walks, and hot air balloon safaris
• Experience a working coffee plantation
• Explore one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders, the Ngorongoro Crater
• See Africa from above on each charter flight

Best for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Wildlife photographers

13 Days Secret Gorillas, Chimps, Serengeti & Crater

Join with some of East Africa’s most famous landmarks on one of the region’s most biodiverse itineraries. Start your journey off well in Kigali, Rwanda, where you may spend an evening getting acclimated and unwinding in the hotel’s pool or spa. After that, you’ll have to make your way through Volcanoes National Park on foot in order to see the gorillas, the unsung heroes of the jungle. You should be on the lookout for strange birds, butterflies, and smaller primates as you plod through the bush.

Once you’ve had your fill of thrilling explorations, take a short trip to Lake Victoria to reach a secret paradise: Rubondo Island. Stay in complete seclusion at the island’s sole campground while you explore this biodiverse paradise. After that, depending on the season, you can even see the Great Migration or the Serengeti’s Ngorongoro Crater. The day consists of going on game drives, going on nature walks, and seeing wildlife.

Highlights:

• Exceptional wildlife experiences
• Explore the exclusive Rubondo Island
• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
• Easy-paced itinerary while still combining top destinations

Best for:

• Groups of friends and families
• Adventure travellers

9 Days Tanzania’s Hands-On Conservation Safari

Two of Tanzania’s most unspoiled parks, Ruaha and Nyerere, are included on this 9-day luxury conservation safari. You may maximize your safari experience by taking charter aircraft between locations. To begin your journey, you will stop at Roho ya Selous in Nyerere National Park for an immersive experience. Enjoy a variety of activities, including game drives, kayaking, walking safaris, and even catch-and-release fishing.

Usangu Expeditions Camp, located in the picturesque Usangu floodplains, is the next stop on the Tanzanian safari route. Located inside the boundaries of Ruaha National Park, this campground is open during the summer months of June through November. The tour concludes in Jabali Ridge, a place where you may indulge in pool and spa relaxation while also satisfying your adventurous side with wildlife drives, walking safaris, and night drives.

Highlights:

• Hands-on conservation experiences at Usanga Expeditions Camp
• Luxurious accommodations throughout
• Fly-in comfort and convenience
• Day and night drives in Ruaha National Park
• Game drives, walking safaris, and river safaris

Best For:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Active travellers

10 Days Tanzania’s Conservation & Community Safari

Take a 10-day safari across Tanzania’s Serengeti, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Tarangire National Park, three of the country’s most famous animal viewing locations. Spend the first night of your safari on a coffee plantation, exploring the grounds before heading to Oliver’s Camp in Tarangire National Park. Learn about the local lion conservation efforts while enjoying walking safaris and wildlife drives.

Spend some time relaxing in style at The Highlands Camp after your transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The Olmoti volcano and the surrounding mountain forest are breathtaking, and you may see them while you interact with the Maasai people. Namiri Plains Camp, a five-star tented camp known for its excellent predator sightings in East Africa, is the starting point of the last section of your trip. Get the most out of this tour by taking advantage of the amazing animal sights, conservation opportunities, and community involvement.

Highlights:

• Enjoy luxury accommodations throughout
• Learn about various conservation efforts
• Meet the Maasai and learn about their culture
• Fantastic wildlife sightings
• Some of the best predator sightings in East Africa

Best For:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Active travellers