Tanzania Experiences

The journey from Nairobi to Ngorongoro Crater is longer compared to destinations like Tarangire or Lake Manyara, but the reward is well worth it. Once you arrive, the breathtaking landscapes and rich wildlife of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area make the early start and late finish worthwhile. A half-day game drive inside the crater offers incredible sightings, including herds of zebras, wildebeest, wallowing hippos, flamingos and if you’re lucky, lion prides on the hunt.

Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five up close, all within a single day. It’s also a unique place to encounter the Maasai people, who live in harmony with the wildlife. As one of the most stunning and biodiverse safari destinations in the world, Ngorongoro is a must-visit and should be part of every Northern Tanzania experiences itinerary.

The Serengeti is synonymous with safari and is the top destination in Tanzania for dramatic game viewing. It hosts the largest portion of the Great Wildebeest Migration from January to September, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters. With its vast landscapes, excellent accessibility, and a wide range of high-quality lodges and camps, the Serengeti National Park delivers an exceptional safari experience year-round. Its rich wildlife and iconic scenery make it a must-visit on any of the best Tanzania experiences tours.

After breakfast, you’ll leave Nairobi and start the  trip to Tarangire National Park. When you arrive at the park, you have a high chance of spotting cheeky monkeys scampering around in the shade. You can also take pictures next to a massive Baobab at the entrance to the park.When you enter the park, you’ll notice the Tarangire River, which is named after it. It is surrounded by acacia and baobab trees, and game wanders along its banks all day. You can witness dozens of different species in a limited area because during the dry season, hundreds of animals from the Masai steppe move to the Tarangire region in search of water.Encouraging species including the Greater Kudu, Fringe-Eared Oryx, and Ashy Starling are unique to the park.

Take in an unrivaled vista of the Tarangire River while enjoying a picnic lunch at one of the park’s picnic spots. Keep a watch on your food, though, since the neighborhood monkeys would be more than delighted to steal a delectable treat if given the chance!

You’ll arrive back in Nairobi in the late afternoon.

The possibility to experience the genuine Africa is excitingly presented by a day trip to Lake Manyara National Park. Groundwater lakes in Lake Manyara, which are nourished by underground springs and rich with animals, make up an unspoilt paradise.

As one of the continent’s top birding locations, the park is also a great spot to observe some of Africa’s most recognizable creatures, including enormous elephants, cape buffalo, and the renowned tree-climbing lions.

You will be picked up from your hotel at around 9:00 a.m. You will ascend to a height of 680 meters while traveling over winding country roads. You will be welcomed with some refreshments when you arrive. You will have a beautiful view of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro’s summits, weather permitting. You will begin your tour with fresh vigor. A local guide will be with you at all times to show you the various plants and explain how to use them as household remedies. You will get back to Nairobi in around two hours, where you can unwind following your walk and take in a typical local lunch.

Following this well-earned rest, you will enjoy some Tanzanian music performed by the women of the commune while wearing their distinctively vibrant clothing. Additionally, you will have the chance to discover more about the manufacturing processes for their brand of cheese (cheddar, gouda, and mozzarella). The roasting and grinding of the coffee beans, which you may buy at the end of the trip, will be something you can help with. After such a busy day, you will be driven back to your hotel in the late afternoon.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and is visible from many places for miles around. At over 19,000 feet, it towers above everything else on Earth. Its snow-capped peaks are melting away quickly due to global warming so, if you’re interested in climbing this magnificent peak then you better hurry up. Climb to the top of Africa’s highest top and explore one of its most fascinating regions. The KILIMANJARO region is home to a variety of animal species, including rhinos, buffaloes, zebras, leopards, and lions. You can also see some spectacular scenery on your way up to deep gorges with rushing rivers below them. The cliffs from which you could easily fall off if not careful. The forests are inhabited by baboons who might even steal away food meant for humans. Head out for this challenging trek into lands unknown.

Selous (pronounced ‘suh-loo’) is Africa’s largest game reserve – bigger than Switzerland. Its lifeblood, the colossal Rufiji River, forms an intricate network of channels, swamps and lakes from which one of East Africa’s most magnificent ecosystems is born. Buffalo, hippo, crocodile and lion thrive here, while the reserve is also one of Africa’s most important sanctuaries for endangered wild dog. Don’t miss a boat safari, guided walk or fly-camping excursion is this breathtaking wilderness.