African Wildlife Safari
Experience Africa’s iconic wildlife and landscapes on a journey that blends adventure, nature, and unforgettable encounters.
An African safari is one of the most unforgettable travel experiences in the world - combining incredible wildlife, rich cultural encounters, and breathtaking natural landscapes. From the vast plains of the Serengeti to the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania offers the perfect setting to experience Africa at its most raw and authentic.
Step away from the pace of everyday life and reconnect with nature as you travel at a relaxed pace through untamed landscapes. A safari offers a complete change of scenery - an opportunity to recharge while witnessing Africa’s iconic wildlife up close, including many rare and endangered species in their natural habitat.
Carefully designed itineraries ensure you experience both well-known safari destinations and hidden wildlife gems along the way. Led by knowledgeable guides, you’ll gain deeper insight into animal behaviour, ecosystems, and local culture - all while travelling in comfort and enjoying unforgettable moments in the wild.
TRIP FACTS
Activity Type:
Tour / Guided Safari
Location:
Tanzania (see location map here)
Difficulty:
Easy
Max Altitude:
None
Food Choices:
Kosher, Veggie, Vegan, Nut Free, Lactose Free, Halal
Duration:
Tailor-made itinerary
Accommodation:
Lodge & luxury tented camps
Fitness Level:
None
Grading:
None
Best Time to Climb:
Jan - Dec
WHY CHOOSE AN AFRICAN SAFARI
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Expertly curated routes combining iconic parks and hidden gems
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Experienced guides with deep local knowledge
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Incredible wildlife viewing opportunities
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Relaxed pace for a more immersive experience
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Comfortable travel and carefully selected accommodation
WHAT YOU WILL SEE & EXPERIENCE
A safari in Tanzania is a deeply immersive experience, where each day brings new encounters with wildlife and ever-changing landscapes.
Game drives take you through vast national parks and conservation areas, where you may witness predators in action, herds moving across the plains, and the natural rhythms of the wild unfolding around you. From early morning drives to sunset safaris, every moment offers something unique.
Beyond the wildlife, you’ll experience the scale and stillness of Africa’s landscapes - from open savannahs to lush crater environments - creating a powerful sense of connection to nature.
SAFARI DESTINATIONS
Serengeti National Park:
With its vast plains comprising 1.5 million hectares of savannah, the annual migration of two million wildebeests plus hundreds of thousands of gazelles and zebras - followed by their predators in their annual migration in search of pasture and water – is one of the most impressive nature spectacles in the world. The biological diversity of the park is very high with at least four globally threatened or endangered animal species: black rhinoceros, elephant, wild dog, and cheetah.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area:
Home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and “big 5” game - elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo & rhino. Huge herds of wildebeests and zebras traverse its plains during their annual migration. Livestock belonging to the semi-nomadic Maasai tribe graze alongside wild animals. Hominin fossils found in the Olduvai Gorge date back millions of years.
Tarangire National Park:
This is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, and is located in Manyara Region. The Tarangire River is the primary source of fresh water for wild animals in the Tarangire Ecosystem during the annual dry season. The Tarangire Ecosystem is defined by the long-distance migration of wildebeest and zebras. During the dry season thousands of animals concentrate in Tarangire National Park from the surrounding wet-season dispersal and calving areas. It covers an area of approximately 2,850 square kilometers (1,100 square miles.) The landscape is composed of granitic ridges, river valley, and swamps. Vegetation is a mix of Acacia woodland, Commiphora-Combretum woodland, seasonally flooded grassland, and Baobab trees.
Lake Manyara National Park:
Known for the flamingos that inhabit the lake. During the wet season they inhabit the edges of the lake in flocks of thousands.
More than 400 species of birds inhabit the park and many remain throughout the year. Because of this Lake Manyara National Park is a good spot for bird watching. Visitors to the park can expect to see upwards of 100 different species of bird on any day. Leopards, Masai lions, cheetahs, elephants, blue monkeys, dik-dik, gazelles, hippopotami, Masai giraffe, impala, zebras and many more wild animals inhabit this park and many can be seen throughout the year. There is a hippo pond at one end of the park where visitors can get out of their cars and observe from a safe distance. The leopards and lions are both known to lounge in the trees while not hunting for prey.
Gombe Stream National Park:
Located in western Kigoma Region, Gombe is the smallest national park in Tanzania, with only 20 square miles (52 km2) of forest running along the hills of the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika. The terrain is distinguished by steep valleys, and the forest vegetation ranges from grassland to alpine bamboo to tropical rainforest. The Kasakela chimpanzee community, featured in several books and documentaries, lives in Gombe Stream National Park.
Besides chimpanzees, primates inhabiting Gombe Stream include beachcomber olive baboons, red colobus, red-tailed monkeys, blue monkeys, and vervet monkeys. Red-tailed monkeys and blue monkeys have also been known to hybridize in the area.
Lake Natron:
One of the most serene lakes in Africa, but it's also the source of some of the most best photographs ever captured, images that look as though living animals had instantly turned to stone. The alkaline water in Lake Natron has a pH as high as 10.5 and is so caustic it can burn the skin and eyes of animals that aren't adapted to it. The water's alkalinity comes from the sodium carbonate and other minerals that flow into the lake from the surrounding hills. And deposits of sodium carbonate, which was once used in Egyptian mummification, also acts as a fantastic type of preservative for those animals unlucky enough to die in the waters of Lake Natron.
Mwanza:
Located on the southern shores of the second largest fresh water lake in the world, Lake Victoria. With a population of more than 700,000, Mwanza is also considered the second largest city in Tanzania and thanks to its location it is a major port city. Home to the largest tribe in the country, Mwanza and the region around it are the heart of the Wasukuma tribe who have lived in and around the area for centuries. The other tribes calling this area home include the Wakarewe, Wazinza and Wakara.
SERENGETI WILDEBEEST MIGRATION
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth - a year-round movement of vast herds across the Serengeti and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara in search of fresh grazing and water. This incredible journey involves over a million wildebeest, accompanied by hundreds of thousands of zebra and smaller numbers of gazelles and antelope, all following an ancient and instinctive cycle driven by rainfall.
The migration typically begins in the southern Serengeti, around Ndutu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the short rains arrive in November. By December, the plains are filled with wildlife, drawn to the fresh, nutrient-rich grasses. The herds remain here through January, February, and March - a particularly special time, as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest calves are born within a short period, attracting predators and creating dramatic wildlife encounters.
As the dry season approaches in April and May, the herds begin their journey north and west, forming long, moving columns across the Serengeti. By June, many gather in the Western Corridor near the Grumeti River, where they often pause before attempting river crossings. While these crossings can be intense, they are generally less dramatic than those further north.
Between July and September, the migration continues northward, spreading across the northern Serengeti. Here, the Mara River presents one of the greatest challenges of the journey. The river crossings are among the most iconic safari moments - chaotic, powerful, and unpredictable - as thousands of animals surge through crocodile-filled waters in a fight for survival.
By October, the herds begin their return south, moving back through the Serengeti towards the southern plains as the rains begin again. With the arrival of fresh grazing in November, the cycle starts anew - continuing one of nature’s most extraordinary and enduring spectacles.
It’s important to note that while this pattern is broadly predictable, the exact timing and movement of the migration vary each year, depending on rainfall and environmental conditions.
A Bespoke Experience
This trip can be fully tailored to suit your time, preferences, and travel style. Whether you’re planning a shorter getaway, a more immersive experience, or combining destinations, we’ll create an itinerary that works for you - with every detail thoughtfully arranged for a smooth and personalised journey.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
We offer two levels of Safari accommodation.
Any of the following levels of accommodation can be chosen for all our Safaris.
Basic Camping
Basic budget camping safari guests sleep in private tents in designated campsites in or near national parks. Our safari crew sets up the camp and prepares all the meals.
Whenever possible, we use more remote campsites to make your camping experience more private.
There are permanent toilet and shower facilities at almost all the campsites. We heat water for showers at more remote sites.
Luxury Tented Camps
Luxury tented camps are permanent or semi-permanent camps sited in areas of excellent game viewing.
These provide all the comforts of a lodge within private spacious canvas tents on a solid permanent base with beds and private baths, and gourmet meals.
Tented camps are luxurious and intimate with a high level of professional service, they generally accommodate 12 to 20 guests.
