Things to Do in Tanzania

Let your imagination run wild with the possibility of Tanzania’s limitless experiences. From witnessing the great wildebeest migration as you feel and hear the earth thunder from hundreds of thousands of hooves across the Serengeti, to days of lazy relaxation on the pristine white beaches of Zanzibar and surrounding islands, there is an incredible variety of things to do in Tanzania.

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Flamingo Watching on Lake Manyara

Flamingo Watching on Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara, Tanzania

Harder to predict than the Great Migration, the Flamingo migration is equally incredible to witness as they descend on Lake Manyara in their thousands. An amazing photo opportunity or simply the chance to witness these spectacular birds in their element.
Fishing in the Selous Game Reserve

Fishing in the Selous Game Reserve

Selous, Tanzania

While in the main the Selous Game Reserve is an arid area, certain sections are blessed by the permanent waters of the Rufiji River and the northern lakes. These water sources are home to great volumes of catfish, and the fierce fighting tiger fish.
Walk to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Walk to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania

Head off on an adventurous walk to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim guided by a naturalist and rangers from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Wildlife in the Tarangire

Wildlife in the Tarangire

Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania

Tarangire is second only to the Serengeti for the concentration of game. It's an area of big breeding herds of elephant and buffalo. Huge baobabs provide shade for sleeping lion and night drives give the opportunity to see elusive leopard on the prowl.
Walking safaris in Ruaha

Walking safaris in Ruaha

Selous and southern Tanzania, Tanzania

There's nothing quite like the exhilaration of a walking safari and Ruaha National Park is a prime spot for exploring on foot.
Search for the migration herds

Search for the migration herds

Serengeti, northern Tanzania

One of Africa's most iconic moments - the migration of two million wildebeest, zebras and gazelles around the Serengeti-Maasai Mara ecosystem.
Selous walking safari

Selous walking safari

Selous and southern Tanzania, Tanzania

Follow your guide on foot as you explore the Selous, focussing on the smaller details that make up the ecosystem which you often miss on a game drive.
Visit to the Shanga workshop

Visit to the Shanga workshop

Arusha, Tanzania

Pay a visit to the Shanga workshop in Arusha, a local, socially-conscious, company which employs people with disabilities to create stunning hand-made jewelry and glassware. Admire the beautiful creations while contributing to the local community.
Spice Tour

Spice Tour

Zanzibar and the coast, Tanzania

With the Spice Islands named as they are you cannot visit this particular part of the world and not delve into its history by taking a Spice Tour on the island.
A historic walk through Stone Town

A historic walk through Stone Town

Stone Town, Zanzibar

Visit Zanzibar Towns old quarter, Stone Town on the west coast of Zanzibar. Here you will find beautiful architecture and historic buildings dating back to the 19th century, revealing the complex history of Zanzibar and its links with the slave trade.
Walking safari from Lamai

Walking safari from Lamai

Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania

Lamai is one of very few camps in the Serengeti which is permitted to offer walking safaris. This is a superb way to explore this rugged area, setting off on foot from the camp in the morning light.
Searching for big cats in Ruaha

Searching for big cats in Ruaha

Ruaha National Park, Southern Tanzania

Spend your days in Ruaha searching for their resident big cats - lions lounging in the sun on the rocky kopjes, cheetah stalking their prey through the grassy savannah and a leopard lurking in the boughs of a tree.
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