Tanzania offers premier African safari experiences, with the best time to visit being the dry season from June to October for optimal wildlife viewing, including the Great Migration's Mara River crossings. Key attractions include the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar beaches, offering activities like game drives, hiking Kilimanjaro, and snorkeling.
Top Tourist Attractions • Serengeti National Park: World-famous for the Great Migration (over 1 million wildebeest and zebras) and incredible predator sightings. • Ngorongoro Crater: A UNESCO World Heritage site and natural, enclosed bowl packed with wildlife, including the "Big Five". • Mount Kilimanjaro: Africa's tallest mountain, popular for trekking and climbing. • Zanzibar Archipelago: Known for white-sand beaches, snorkeling, diving, and the historic Stone Town. • Tarangire & Nyerere National Parks: Famous for huge elephant herds and boat safaris.
Best Time to Visit • Dry Season (June – October): Generally the best time for wildlife viewing as vegetation is short and animals gather around water sources. • Wildebeest Migration: River crossings occur from mid-July to mid-October. • Calving Season: January to February in the Southern Serengeti/Ndutu area. • Hiking Kilimanjaro: Best from mid-June to mid-October, or December to mid-March. • Beach Season: June to October is best, though January to February is also good. Key Activities • Game Drives: Safaris in the Northern (Serengeti, Ngorongoro) and Southern circuits. • Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Available over the Serengeti plains. • Hiking & Climbing: Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro or hiking Mount Meru. • Cultural Tours: Visiting Maasai villages and learning about local traditions. • Beach & Marine Activities: Snorkeling, scuba diving, and relaxing in Zanzibar. Weather & Packing While the dry season is ideal, November to May is wetter but features greener, more vibrant landscapes, fewer crowds, and lower prices, making it excellent for birdwatching.