Tanzania Safari Guide

GECKO ADVENTURE TO TANZANIA

There are lots of tour operators organising trips to Tanzania. It can be hard to choose who to go with! We can assure you that when Gecko Adventure to Tanzania, you are travelling with friends. Whether you are interested in climbing Kilimanjaro, going on safari in one of many beautiful national parks, or snorkelling in Zanzibar, we’ve got you covered.

Ultimate Guide to Plan a Safari in Tanzania

Sometimes planning Tanzania Safari Tours can be a daunting prospect. Trying to figure out when to visit, which parks to include, where to stay, and how long to spend in each location can be a stressful task, but we’re here to help! With our customised Tanzania Travel Advice you will have the perfect itinerary planned for your trip.

Our carefully articulated Tanzania Safari Guide will also give you plenty of inspiration for planning your dream trip, and you can always contact one of our safari experts to help make your plans a reality.

When to Plan a Tanzania Safari?

The peak period without a doubt is from June through September which is considered the Best Time for Safari in Tanzania. This period is characterised by the movements of the Wildebeest Migration from the Southern Serengeti to the Maasai Mara in Kenya. But the Best Time To Visit Tanzania varies from people to people and some may even choose to go to Tanzania in the low season due to less crowd and to avail discounts. We will help you choose your best travel plans and packages to save you from the trouble or confusion.

Where to Visit on Your Tanzania Safari?

One of the most common Tanzania Safari Faq’s that we have received is regarding the best which places to visit in Tanzania. And that we have tried to answer here. Your trip to Tanzania would not be complete without visiting the two crown jewels: Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. With our well designed and informative Tanzania Destinations Guide we will help you find destinations that suit your taste and plan your trip accordingly.

Here are list of destinations we suggest:

Serengeti National Park: The Serengeti is one of the world’s most famous wildernesses, and plays host to the Wildebeest Migration for much of the year.
The Ndutu region is home to the annual calving season, while the Seronera region of the Central Serengeti is one of the most visited corners of the park due to its big cat population.
The Grumeti Region in the park’s west is home to the often overlooked Grumeti River crossing each year.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Descending to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater is every bit as iconic as a game drive out on the plains of the Serengeti.
Lake Manyara National Park: Famous for its tree-climbing lions and its variety of bird life, Lake Manyara National Park is an especially charming park during the rainy season, when its waters are home to wallowing hippos and colourful flamingos.
Tarangire National Park: With its distinctive baobab trees and Tanzania’s largest elephant population, Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most unique parks.
Lake Eyasi: While it is not a national park, Lake Eyasi is nonetheless a popular addition to Tanzanian safari itineraries and more.

DESTINATION	WHY GO
Ngorongoro Crater	Best place in Tanzania to see the Big 5 Incredible cliff-top lodges
Tarangire National Park	See huge numbers of elephant, buffalo and giraffe (June to October) Fantastic bird watching – over 550 species
Lake Manyara National Park	Boat safaris Excellent bird watching, especially flamingos Spot tree-climbing lions
Ruaha National Park	Undiscovered and off the beaten path See the biggest elephant herds in East Africa Superb predator sightings, especially wild dog
Selous Game Reserve	Remote, raw and phenomenally wild See animals in very large numbers – elephant, buffalo, hippo and giraffe Home to rare wild dog
Mahale Mountains National Park	Trek for chimpanzee in remote mountains Sunset boat cruises on Lake Tanganyika
Serengeti National Park	Witness the Wildebeest Migration High density of big game like elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and giraffe

Where to Visit on Your Tanzania Safari?

There are Tanzania Safari Accommodationoptions for all budgets in Tanzania.

Camping: For those on a budget or with a thirst for adventure, Shadows of Africa can arrange camping safaris in all of Tanzania’s major parks.
Budget Lodges: While budget lodges are rarely within the park boundaries, towns such as Arusha and Karatu offer a number of options for those on a tight budget.
Tented Camps: For the true Tanzanian safari experience, you can’t look past a traditional tented camp.
Standard LodgesOffering something a bit more unique than you’ll find in budget lodges, standard lodges offer a memorable night’s stay without breaking the bank.
Luxury Lodges: For those wanting something truly memorable from their safari, it’s hard to look past some of Tanzania’s luxury lodges.
Luxury Tented Camps: Similar to a tented camp, a luxury tented camp has all of the trimmings you’d expect in a luxury lodge but with the added charm of being closer to nature.

Activities On a Tanzanian Safari

There is more to Tanzania Safari Tours than just game drives. If we try to list down the Things to Do in Tanzania the list is endless. But we have chosen few of our personalized Tanzania Safari Guide activities that you will simply love:

Canoe Safaris: Trading the car for a canoe out under the open air can be a great way to see Tanzania from a unique perspective.
Walking Safaris: The image of walking out on the open plains of the Serengeti is a nice one, but walking safaris are only possible in a few select locations in Tanzania.
Cycling: While cycling is not allowed within Tanzania’s national parks, there are a number of places in Tanzania where you can supplement your game driving with some fascinating cycling tours.

What To Pack For Tanzania Safari

Gecko Adventures will not only design your perfect Tanzania trip but also provides the most important Safari Packing List Tanzania, so that you don’t miss out on anything. Apart from that our Tanzania Safari Tips will help you prepare well for the challenges that you might face during the trip.

Here is our list of most needed things to bring:

A backpack;
Comfortable clothing for daily wear;
A warm sweater or light fleece;
A windbreaker or waterproof jacket;
Walking shoes or boots;
A dress shirt and trousers or dress for wearing to dinner;
Sunglasses;
Hat;
Sunscreen and lip balm;
Insect repellent;
Camera and charger;
Binoculars;
A flashlight or headlamp;
Guide books;

Phone and charger.
Anti-malarial medication;
Painkillers;
Antihistamines for allergies and insect bites;
Cold and flu medication;
Anti-Diarrheal medication;
Medicines for rehydration after diarrhea or sunstroke;
Sunscreen and lip balm;
Eye drops;
Moisturiser for treating sunburn;
Antiseptic lotion;
Rubbing alcohol;
Bandages and plasters;

Is A Tanzania Safari Holiday For You?

With our well planned Tanzania Safari Guide you will be quickly able to decide if Tanzania Holiday is for you or not.

Go on safari in Tanzania if…

You want to see Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacle. The Great Wildebeest Migration can be see virtually all year round in northern Tanzania, with over 1.5 million wildebeest plus zebra and gazelles.
You want to see tree climbing lions. They only inhabit a couple of tiny areas in Africa – one of them is Lake Manyara.
You want to get away from it all. Selous Game Reserve is huger than the Serengeti, yet with just a handful of lodges and visitors. Ruaha is even more remote and unspoiled – yet the wildlife is abundant in both.
You’re travelling with children. Tailor made family tours are a wonderful experience.

Don’t go on safari in Tanzania if…

You want to go off road. In Kenya’s Masai Mara you can, in Manyara and the Serengeti you can’t.
You want a self-drive holiday. You can join a small group tour or book a private driver and vehicle – but if you want to drive, best head to South Africa or Namibia for your safari.
You want a tribal African experience. You can take a bush walk with a Maasai guide in the north and discover the Swahili culture of the coast – but be aware that clichéd “meet the tribe” experiences may well be inauthentic and exploitative – particularly if they involve the marginalised Hadzabe people.

Extending Your Tanzania Safari Today!

ou can extend your safari holiday by climbing Africa’s highest mountain; Mount Kilimanjaro. Take a scenic flight to the world’s largest game reserve, spanning 12 million acres, where you’ll view the Rufiji River’s wildlife. Fly to the remote wilderness of Ruaha National Park, one of the least explored parks in East Africa, where tracking is as much an art form as a practical pursuit. Explore uncharted territory by day, spotting leopard, cheetah and wild dog, and savour torch-lit dinners on the banks of the river by night. There is so much to do in this beautiful country and Tanzania Safari Guide helps you plan them easily.
Gecko Adventures is more than happy to provide the right Tanzania Safari Guide Book to help our clients decide on the intricacies of their Tanzania Trip. We also take care of small details that might help our clients like making them aware of the Tipping In Tanzania Safari or such other customary activities in Tanzania.

GECKO ADVENTURE TO TANZANIA