Witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti, summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, relaxing on Zanzibar’s soft-sand beaches… On a tailor-made vacation to Tanzania with Audley, you’ll see the highlights — and much more — your way. We’ll design your ideal trip with you, paying close attention to your interests, your travel style and your budget. Our Tanzania safari specialists know the country inside out and can lead you to experiences you won’t find in a guidebook.
Watching herds of wildebeest frantically cross the Mara River, dodging the snapping jaws of crocodiles. Listening to bird calls on walking safaris through remote areas of the Serengeti. Tracking the Big Five on game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater. Spotting hippo, sable antelope and rainbow-plumed birds on boat safaris in Nyerere National Park. Trekking for chimpanzee troops in the forests of Mahale Mountains National Park.
The elephant-dotted plains of Tarangire National Park. The sandy shores and sparkling water of Lake Tanganyika. Roaring lion prides prowling Ruaha National Park… What excites you? Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best options, wherever you go.
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Suggested tours for Tanzania
Conquer the climb to Mount Kilimanjaro's summit, or search of the elusive Big Five in the Nyerere National Park. We'll use our first-hand expert knowledge to shape your trip around your travel style, interests, and budget. We can also combine your Tanzania tour with some time to relax on the sandy beaches of Zanzibar.
Suggested activities for Tanzania
Watch the magical break of dawn in the Serengeti with an unforgettable balloon safari or take a walk with the Hadzabe Tribe to learn about their way of life. We’ve delved deep on our travels to find the most authentic experiences that are designed to enhance your trip to Tanzania.
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Go Walking with the Hunter-gatherer Hadzabe Tribe ![Honey found by the Hadzabe tribesmen on a hunt, Lake Eyasi, Tanzania]()
Go Walking with the Hunter-gatherer Hadzabe Tribe
Lake EyasiGo Walking with the Hunter-gatherer Hadzabe Tribe
Trekking with this tribe is one of the most fascinating experiences you can do anywhere in East Africa. Walks vary between 5-8 km and at times they walk fairly quickly.
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Explore Stone Town on Zanzibar ![Stone Town, Zanzibar Island]()
Explore Stone Town on Zanzibar
Explore Stone Town on Zanzibar
Stone Town is a maze of haphazard alleyways leading between tall houses and palaces. The spice market is a popular place to visit and there are numerous places to stop for a spot of lunch.
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See the Great Migration ![Wildebeest migration, Serengeti]()
See the Great Migration
Serengeti National ParkSee the Great Migration
Throughout the year, the two million strong migration of wildebeest, zebra and gazelles wanders the plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara in search of water and fresh grazing.
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Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Tanzania, including information about climate, events and festivals.
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Practical tips for traveling to Tanzania, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest Government of Canada travel advice.
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Tanzania in pictures
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See the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara
Our expert guides to traveling in Tanzania
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Tanzania. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Tanzania at its best.
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My travels in Tanzania
In his footage taken on safari in Selous Game Reserve, our Tanzania specialist Mark highlights its wildlife and landscapes. Mark captures one of Africa’s great wildernesses, and the stomping ground for giraffe, lion, wild dog, water buffalo and elephant.
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Africa’s best safari areas ![Elephant crossing, Masai Mara]()
Africa’s best safari areas
Africa’s best safari areas
You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to picking an Africa safari destination, but where do you begin? Our safari specialists round up their best six wildlife areas on the continent to help you decide where to plan your next safari.
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Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa ![Chimpanzee, Mahale Mountains National Park]()
Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa
Chimpanzee trekking vacations in Africa
Africa's most famous primates are its gorillas but there are places which reverberate to the hoots and shrieks of their closest relatives, chimpanzees. Discover more about Audley tailor-made trips to see wild chimpanzees.
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Family safaris in Tanzania ![The Ruaha National Park, Tanzania]()
Family safaris in Tanzania
Family safaris in Tanzania
Whether you’re looking for The Lion King experience on the Serengeti or a truly wild adventure in the south, Tanzania is a great place for a family safari. Specialist Philippa suggests some child-friendly camps and lodges and offers insider tips on planning.
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What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide ![A herd of elephant in the Selous]()
What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide
What to do in Tanzania: our highlights guide
The Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra through the Serengeti is not the only highlight of Tanzania. We have come up with five of our favorites, from climbing Kilimanjaro to relaxing on the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
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Tanzania safaris: north vs south ![Elephant family in Tarangire]()
Tanzania safaris: north vs south
Tanzania safaris: north vs south
With the Great Migration taking place in the north and true wilderness areas stuffed full of animals in the south, you’re spoiled for choice when choosing a safari in Tanzania. Using his first-hand experience, Tanzania specialist Dickie shares his ideas for a memorable safari vacation.
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Honeymoons in Tanzania ![Elephant in Tarangire National Park]()
Honeymoons in Tanzania
Honeymoons in Tanzania
Tanzania offers a variety of private, secluded experiences, which make it a stand-out honeymoon destination. Country specialist, Georgia, explains how you can combine time on safari with relaxation on a palm fringed beach in Zanzibar.
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Luxury vacations in Tanzania ![Klein's Camp, Serengeti National Park]()
Luxury vacations in Tanzania
Luxury vacations in Tanzania
Tanzania is home to some of the most luxurious safari lodges in Africa. It is also home of the world-famous Great Migration, so if you are looking to view this spectacle in style, our country specialists can help you plan your perfect trip to Tanzania.
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Trekking in Tanzania ![Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania]()
Trekking in Tanzania
Trekking in Tanzania
Africa's largest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, is found in Tanzania and a trek to the summit can be included a tailor-made vacation with us. If you're an avid trekker, you might also like to consider exploring Mahale Mountains National Park.
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