Tanzania safaris are a serious safari heavyweight, being home to some of Africa’s most famous parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar. All of Tanzania’s safari parks have their special appeal, which makes the country a real contender for our favorite destination.
A Tanzania safari is one of the most iconic wildlife experiences in the world. Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s best national parks and game reserves, offering the chance to see the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) as well as countless other species in stunning, often untouched landscapes. Tanzania is a premier safari destination known for its stunning landscapes and rich wildlife biodiversity.
Paradise Adventure Vacations was set up in 2018 and is now recognized as one of Tanzania’s leading tour operators. We offer group tours and private safari tours to many of Tanzania’s National Parks, including: Arusha National Park: Gombe Stream National Park: Nyerere National Park, Katavi National Park: Kilimanjaro National Park: Kitulo National Park: Mahale Mountains National Park: Lake Manyara National Park: Mikumi National Park: Mkomazi National Park: Ruaha National Park: Rubondo Island National Park: Saadani National Park: Saanane Island National Park: Serengeti National Park: Tarangire National Park: Udzungwa Mountains National Park: Burigi Chato National Park, Ibanda Kyerwa National Park: Rumanyika Karagwe National Park: Kigosi National Park: Ugalla River National Park
Tanzania Game Reserves: Grumeti Game Reserve, Biharamulo Game Reserve: Mkomazi Game Reserve: Moyowosi Game Reserve: Rungwa Game Reserve: Selous Game Reserve: Kijereshi Game Reserve: Ugalla River Game Reserve: Pande Game Reserve, Maswa Game Reserve: Uwanda Game Reserve, Luhira Game Reserve: Ikorongo Game Reserve
Burigi Game Reserve: Rukwa Game Reserve: Lukwati Game Reserve: Usangu Game Reserve: Muhesi Game Reserve: Rumanyika Orugundu Game Reserve: Mkungunero Game Reserve: Ngorongoro Crater
Tanzania Marine Parks: Chole Bay Marine Park, Mafia Island Marine Park, Mnazi Bay Ruvumba Estuary Marine Park, Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve
Conservation Areas: Ngorongoro Conservation Area. These areas are home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) and countless other species, including the Great Migration of wildebeest. Tanzania offers year-round game viewing, with the best time for wildlife viewing typically during the dry season (June to October).
Top Safari Destinations in Tanzania:
Serengeti National Park is famous for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes move across the plains.
Ngorongoro Crater: A UNESCO World Heritage site, this massive volcanic crater has incredibly dense wildlife populations, including rare black rhinos.
Tarangire National Park is known for its huge elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
Lake Manyara National Park: Famous for tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos.
Selous Game Reserve (now part of Nyerere National Park): One of Africa’s largest game reserves, offering a more remote and less crowded safari experience.
Ruaha National Park: Ideal for those seeking wild, rugged landscapes and fewer tourists.
Types of Safaris:
Game drives: Classic 4×4 vehicle safaris, usually twice a day.
Walking safaris: Guided on-foot experiences to learn about smaller flora and fauna.
Balloon safaris: Hot air balloon rides over the Serengeti, especially popular during the Migration.
Boat safaris: Offered in places like Selous/Nyerere Park, perfect for seeing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.
Best Time to Visit:
Dry season (June to October): Best for wildlife viewing as animals gather near water sources.
Calving season (January to March): Especially in the Serengeti, when thousands of wildebeest give birth, and predators are very active.
National Parks and Reserves: Explore Tanzania’s 16 National Parks, 7 Game Reserves and Conservation Areas, and 2 Marine Parks. The 17,900 square miles of National Parks combine with Game Reserves and Conservation Areas to officially protect, in one form or another, nearly one-third of Tanzania’s total territory.
