Tanzania safari adventures top the list of the most desired Journeys of Discovery. This vast East African country has a variety of safari encounters suiting the needs and desires of all kinds of travelers. Whether traveling in a group of friends, or traveling solo, Tanzania safari adventures will always leave you wanting more.
It is hard to zero down on particular destinations on planning a Tanzania safari. There are however some iconic wildlife and cultural wonders that you can not miss. Let us look at some of them as well as the possible itinerary options available for such designation.
This Crater is the world’s largest unfilled volcanic crater. It is located in northern Tanzania and forms a great network of the northern Tanzania tourism circuit. The Ngorongoro Crater is not just Tanzania but one of the wildlife wonders on the planet. It alone is an iconic feature that will leave you speechless. The crater forms its own skyline and is covered by a thin layer of clouds when seen from its rim.
As you drive the crater floor, you are more amazed by the other relief features there. The most outstanding ones include Lake Magadi, a Riverine swamp and forest plus a Highland. All these are habitats for the various wildlife species you see while on game drives on the crater floor.
The Big Five mammals are all present in the Ngorongoro Crater. Elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and lions are commonly seen. The leopard being solitary in nature is rare but also present and if lucky you can spot it as well. Wildebeests, zebras, Hippos, and hyenas are also abundant. Cheetahs, which are the world’s fastest animals are also much present here. It is amazing to find savannas’ most desired wildlife species in one enclosure and the ease with which you spot them. Ensure to add wildlife journeys in Ngorongoro to your list of Tanzania safari adventures.
Having a Discovery Journeys safari featuring the big cats and Big Five mammals is amazing but having that following one of the world’s largest animal migrations is remarkable. The great wildebeest migration takes place between Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve. Animals move in millions looking for pasture a journey that is filled with life, death, and survival.
The migration cycle starts with the calving period from November through December, January and February. Wildebeests are usually evenly spread in the Ndutu area and parts of southern Serengeti. This calving period sees the birth of over 5000 calves a day with the month of February having the highest births. Calving rejuvenates the herds but also attracts deadly predators that take advantage of the newlyborns.
March, April, and May are wet months and the rainfall favors the growth of vegetation that the migrating herds feed on. They slowly keep on drifting towards central and western Serengeti until they begin the River Crossings. These River Crossings are the most spectacular of all as the herds overcome yet other deadly predators the Nile Crocodiles. You can only understand the magnitude of this migration while on Tanzania safari adventures in Serengeti. Our 8-day Serengeti safari covers the whole migration and is the best itinerary for this wildlife journey.
Tanzania has the second longest coastline in East Africa covering 1,424 kilometers bordering the Indian Ocean. With this comes the advantage of sea adventures as well as white sand Beach relaxation opportunities. Tanzania has some of the finest white sand beaches on the continent. There are well-developed and exclusive resorts that work perfectly for honeymooners and those interested in relaxing.
While at the beach you get to have marine wildlife experiences. These feature marine wildlife especially sea turtles that lay their eggs along the beach. After hatching, the young sea turtles are preyed on by scavenger birds and a few lucky ones make it to the ocean. While at the beach you might get lucky to rescue one turtle to the ocean for its new life and adventure.
You can also take on canoe rides to the ocean or engage in other activities like snorkeling. Whether you decide to just relax at the beach or have a wildlife safari ending with a beach holiday you can never go wrong. Such kinds of Tanzania safari adventures and beach holidays set you in the right mood. They are the kind of getaways everyone needs.
Less Traveled Paths of Selous
Southern Tanzania is exclusive and exceptional even though not as famous as Northern Tanzania. A lot of the south is still remote and virgin which makes Discovery Journeys there even more cooler. The Selous, currently known as Nyerere National Park is Tanzania and East Africa’s largest National park. It is most famous for its exclusive wildlife encounters and in large numbers.
The African wild dog, elephants, lions, buffaloes, elands, giraffes, and Hippos are some of the notable safari animals you will see while on safari here. There is a big portion of the park that was specifically preserved for wildlife photography. You thereby get the best photography safari moments here exclusively without any disturbances.
You can engage in a number of activities there including game drives, nature walks, balloon safaris, and boat cruises. Other famous destinations in southern Tanzania include Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks. They are also vast in size and offer great opportunities for Tanzania safari adventures that anyone would wish for. The best time frame you can explore the wild south is 10 days and our 10-day Southern Tanzania Safari got you covered.
Cultural Tanzania Safari Adventures
Tanzania is not just famous for wildlife but culture as well. There are over 100 tribes in Tanzania each with a unique culture and heritage. You can therefore decide to take on a cultural safari to Tanzania just to learn about the people. The Hadzabe are among the few people in Tanzania who still hold on to their African Traditions. They are hunter-gatherers who entirely depend on the wilderness for survival. Visiting this lovely community takes you back in time and makes you appreciate humanity.
The Masai are widely spread throughout Northern Tanzania and it is never a dull moment with them. Masai are the guardians of Serengeti and the major ecosystems in the North. The Sukuma and Datooga people are also unique and a cultural tour of their community is amazing.
Tanzania Safari adventures are all around and can give a test in life. We have traversed all these lands on our Discovery Journeys expeditions are we are always ready to take you around.
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