Tanzania3-Day Tarangire and Lake Manyara3 Days – 2 NightsElephants, baobabs and Lake Manyara.View Trip
Tanzania3-Day Serengeti Fly-In3 Days – 2 NightsFly from Arusha straight to the Serengeti plains.View Trip
Tanzania4-Day Tarangire, Manyara and Ngorongoro4 Days – 3 NightsTwo parks plus a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater.View Trip
Tanzania5-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro5 Days – 4 NightsSerengeti game drives plus a day in the crater.View Trip
Tanzania5-Day Northern Circuit5 Days – 4 NightsTarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.View TripTanzania6-Day Tanzania Classic Safari6 Days – 5 NightsThe full northern circuit, our most popular route.View Trip
Tanzania7-Day Great Migration Safari7 Days – 6 NightsFollow the herds across the Serengeti.View Trip
Tanzania5-Day Nyerere Fly-In Safari5 Days – 4 NightsBoat safaris and wild dogs in the wild south.View Trip
Tanzania7-Day Safari and Zanzibar7 Days – 6 NightsBush then beach: a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar.View Trip
Tanzania7-Day Kilimanjaro: Machame Route7 Days – 6 NightsThe scenic route up Africa’s highest peak.View Trip
Tanzania6-Day Kilimanjaro: Marangu Route6 Days – 5 NightsThe only Kilimanjaro route with huts.View TripEvery trip is private and tailor-made. Change the lodges, the pace or the parks and we will re-quote it for you.
Tanzania Safaris: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar
Private Tanzania safaris from Arusha: the Serengeti’s endless plains and Great Migration, a day in the Ngorongoro Crater, elephants in Tarangire, Kilimanjaro climbs and Zanzibar beaches. We are an East African team based in Kampala, so we can also add Uganda’s mountain gorillas to your trip.
Tanzania park guides
Tanzania’s top safari parks
| Park | Why go | Park fee (foreign adult, per 24 hours) |
|---|---|---|
| Serengeti National Park | The Great Migration, huge lion populations and endless plains | About US$83 including VAT |
| Ngorongoro Crater | A collapsed volcano packed with wildlife, including black rhino | About US$71 conservation fee, plus US$295 per vehicle to descend into the crater |
| Tarangire National Park | Giant baobabs and some of Tanzania’s biggest elephant herds | About US$53–59 in peak season |
| Lake Manyara National Park | Flamingos, forest and tree-climbing lions | About US$53–59 in peak season |
| Nyerere National Park | Wild, remote south: boat safaris and wild dogs | Varies; included in your quote |
| Kilimanjaro National Park | Climb Africa’s highest mountain | About US$70 per day conservation fee, plus camping or hut and rescue fees |
Fees are set by Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority and change regularly. Checked October 2026; we confirm current rates in your quote.
Where the Great Migration is, month by month
The migration follows the rain, so timings shift from year to year. We place you where the herds are likely to be for your dates.
Tanzania + Uganda: savannah and gorillas
Add Uganda’s mountain gorillas to your Tanzania safari
Tanzania has the Serengeti; Uganda has the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees that Tanzania does not. A short regional flight links the two, and a Uganda gorilla permit costs US$800. Do the Serengeti and Ngorongoro first, then fly to Uganda to trek gorillas in Bwindi. Note that Tanzania is not covered by the East Africa Tourist Visa, so you need a separate Tanzania visa.
Uganda · Tanzania11-Day Gorillas and Kilimanjaro Climb11 DaysTrek gorillas, then summit Africa.View Trip
Uganda · Tanzania12-Day Uganda Gorillas and Tanzania Safari12 DaysBwindi and the northern circuit.View Trip
Kenya · Tanzania · Uganda12-Day Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda Luxury12 DaysThree countries in style.View Trip
Uganda · Tanzania14-Day Uganda, Serengeti and Zanzibar14 DaysGorillas, migration and beach.View Trip
Uganda · Zanzibar14-Day Uganda Safari and Zanzibar14 DaysUganda's parks, then the beach.View TripPlanning your Tanzania safari
Visas
Most nationalities pay US$50 for a single-entry Tanzania tourist visa; US citizens need the US$100 multiple-entry visa. Apply online in advance. Tanzania is not part of the East Africa Tourist Visa, so plan a separate visa if you are also visiting Uganda, Kenya or Rwanda.
Getting there
Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for Arusha and the northern circuit, or Dar es Salaam for the south and Zanzibar. Arusha is the starting point for most of our Tanzania safaris.
Road or fly-in?
Driving the northern circuit is great value and shows you the landscapes between parks. Flying into the Serengeti saves a long day on the road and is ideal for short trips or travellers who prefer comfort.
Climbing Kilimanjaro
Seven days on the Machame Route gives better acclimatisation and a higher summit success rate than shorter climbs. The Marangu Route is the only one with hut accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?
June to October is dry and excellent everywhere, with Mara River crossings in the northern Serengeti from about July. January to March is calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains, with the lowest prices.
How much are Serengeti park fees?
About US$83 per foreign adult per 24 hours including VAT (checked October 2026). The Ngorongoro Crater adds about US$71 per person plus US$295 per vehicle to descend. We confirm current fees in your quote.
How many days do I need in Tanzania?
Four to five days covers the Ngorongoro Crater and either Tarangire or the Serengeti. Six to seven days lets you do the full northern circuit. Add three to four days for Zanzibar.
Do I need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes, most visitors do: US$50 for a single-entry tourist visa, or US$100 multiple-entry for US citizens. Tanzania is not part of the East Africa Tourist Visa.
Can I combine Tanzania with gorilla trekking in Uganda?
Yes. A short regional flight links Tanzania and Uganda. Our 12-day Uganda and Tanzania safari and 14-day Uganda, Serengeti and Zanzibar trip combine the northern circuit with Bwindi’s gorillas, where a permit costs US$800.
Are your Tanzania safaris private?
Yes. Every safari is private, with your own vehicle and guide, and the route, lodges and pace are tailored to you.
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Ready to plan your Tanzania safari?
Tell us your dates, group size and must-sees, and whether you’d like to add Zanzibar or Uganda’s gorillas. We’ll send a route and a quote.