Serengeti National Park
Fly from Zanzibar to the world-famous Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and incredible wildlife. Experience endless plains, big cats, elephants, and the spectacle of millions of wildebeest crossing the savannah. Stay in luxury lodges or mobile camps deep in the heart of the wilderness.
Safari Highlights
- Great Migration viewing
- Big five encounters
- Hot air balloon safaris
Ngorongoro Crater
A short flight from Zanzibar takes you to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife destinations. This massive volcanic caldera hosts over 25,000 animals including the rare black rhino, lions, elephants and hippos.
Safari Highlights
- Black rhino sightings
- Crater floor game drives
- Maasai cultural visits
Tarangire National Park
Fly from Zanzibar to Tarangire, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. During the dry season, the Tarangire River attracts thousands of animals including zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and predators. A hidden gem for wildlife photography.
Safari Highlights
- Large elephant herds
- Baobab tree landscapes
- Tree-climbing pythons
Lake Manyara National Park
Accessible via flights from Zanzibar, Lake Manyara offers diverse landscapes from groundwater forests to the soda lake itself. Famous for tree-climbing lions, huge flocks of flamingos, and hippo pools. A compact park perfect for day trips from Arusha.
Safari Highlights
- Tree-climbing lions
- Flamingo viewing
- Canopy walkway
Mikumi National Park
Fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi, the most accessible park from Dar es Salaam. Often called a "mini-Serengeti," Mikumi offers excellent game viewing with elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions and hippos. Ideal for shorter safaris without long travel times.
Safari Highlights
- Mkata Floodplain wildlife
- Hippo pools
- Easy access from coast
Ruaha National Park
Tanzania's largest national park, accessible by air from Zanzibar. Ruaha offers a remote wilderness experience with large elephant populations, rare wild dogs, and spectacular baobab-studded landscapes. Perfect for experienced safari goers seeking solitude.
Safari Highlights
- Large elephant herds
- African wild dogs
- Remote wilderness
Nyerere National Park
Africa's largest protected area, now renamed Nyerere National Park. Fly from Zanzibar to this vast wilderness with boat safaris on the Rufiji River, walking safaris, and incredible wildlife including elephants, hippos, crocodiles and endangered wild dogs.
Safari Highlights
- Boat safaris
- Walking safaris
- Rufiji River wildlife
Arusha National Park
A quick flight from Zanzibar lands you near Arusha National Park, home to Mount Meru and diverse habitats. Canoe on the Momella Lakes, see giraffes and buffalos, and enjoy the only park where you can walk with a ranger.
Safari Highlights
- Mount Meru views
- Canoeing safaris
- Walking trails
Katavi National Park
For the ultimate off-the-beaten-path experience, fly from Zanzibar to Katavi. This remote park in western Tanzania offers raw wilderness with massive buffalo herds, hippos crowding the rivers, and predators in their natural habitat. True wilderness experience.
Safari Highlights
- Remote wilderness
- Massive hippo pods
- Lion and leopard sightings
Gombe National Park
Fly from Zanzibar to Kigoma then boat to Gombe, famous for Jane Goodall's chimpanzee research. Trek through forests to observe wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat. A unique primate experience combined with beautiful Lake Tanganyika.
Safari Highlights
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Lake Tanganyika
- Primate research history
Mahale Mountains National Park
Accessible by air from Zanzibar, Mahale offers chimpanzee trekking in stunning forests against the backdrop of Lake Tanganyika. One of Africa's most beautiful and remote parks, home to habituated chimp groups and pristine beaches.
Safari Highlights
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Lake Tanganyika beaches
- Remote wilderness
Saadani National Park
The only wildlife sanctuary in Tanzania bordering the Indian Ocean. Fly from Zanzibar to this unique park where elephants roam beaches and hippos share the coast with marine life. A perfect combination of safari and beach in one destination.
Safari Highlights
- Beach safari experience
- Elephant beach walks
- Wami River boat trips
Udzungwa Mountains National Park
A biodiversity hotspot accessible by air from Zanzibar. Udzungwa offers spectacular hiking through rainforests with endemic primates, waterfalls, and incredible birdlife. Perfect for active travelers seeking walking safaris.
Safari Highlights
- Primate trekking
- Sanje Waterfalls
- Bird watching
Kilimanjaro National Park
Fly from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro for Africa's highest peak. While climbing takes several days, you can also enjoy day hikes on the lower slopes, visit beautiful waterfalls, and see unique montane wildlife.
Safari Highlights
- Mount Kilimanjaro views
- Shira Plateau walks
- Mountain trekking