Tanzania Safari Holiday

These destinations are well-known and draw thousands of visitors on memorable African holiday safaris, but this beautiful country also has some of the wildest wilderness areas in Africa in the southern region such as Selous Game Reserve - one of the largest game reserves in the world - and Ruaha National Park. These southern reaches of Tanzania provide Africa's wildest safari holidays.

To the west of the country, in the Lake Tanganyika region, you can go trekking in search of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park and Mahale Mountains National Park. Made famous by the legendary researcher Jane Goodall, the chimpanzee experience is a great addition to a Tanzania safari holiday.

Wildlife and wilderness aside, Tanzania also boasts some of the most romantic and unspoilt tropical beaches in Africa.

First on the list of amazing Tanzania beaches is Zanzibar, once home to Sultans and explorers, a place of exotic spices, azure waters and incredible architecture.

There's more: Pemba Island and Mafia Island, part of the Zanzibar Archipelago, have to be among the few remaining island paradises in existence.

Why not combine them with a safari? A Tanzania safari and beach holiday equates to one of Africa's greatest safari holiday experiences

Visitors on a Tanzania safari holiday will discover a country that is slightly off the beaten track and yet still able to offer guests luxury safaris together with fabulous accommodation.

The lodges here range from jaw-dropping luxury to rustic bungalows - have a look at our best Tanzania luxury lodges for some seriously decadent accommodation in some seriously impressive locations.

We've also recommended our favourite Tanzania villas. These 'homes away from home' are perfect for families or friends wanting a bit of space to themselves, and the flexibility of their own safari guide and vehicle.

If you're planning a Tanzania safari holiday to see the Great Wildebeest Migration, a trip to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa's highest peak - or to visit the tropical island of Zanzibar, see our When to Go guide for the best times for each of these destinations.

Our Migration Guide for the Serengeti will also help you to plan a visit where you stand the most chance of witnessing this incredible natural phenomenon.

Taking a Tanzania safari tour is a great way to get a good overview of this wonderful country. Our Tanzania tours vary in length and either remain within the borders of Tanzania or incorporate Tanzania as part of a larger itinerary.

Why not take the Tanzania Under Canvas tour for a classic, old-school tented safari experience or try our Luxury Migration Safari and see the world-renowned great migration?

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