Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Tarangire National Park is a landscape filled with ancient baobab trees and seasonal swamps, famous for some of Africa’s largest elephant herds. The park’s lifeline, the Tarangire River, attracts spectacular concentrations of game during the dry season – an unrivalled safari experience for nature lovers and adventurers.

The Rift Valley south of Lake Manyara is a breathtaking region in Tanzania, known for its steep cliffs, lush landscapes and diverse ecosystems. The striking terrain – with dramatic slopes and vast plains – provides the perfect backdrop for nature lovers and adventurers.

The southern part of the Rift Valley is home to rich animal life, including elephants, giraffes, zebras and numerous bird species. Visitors can explore the region through game drives, hiking trails and cultural tours that provide insight into the lives of local Maasai communities.

Nestled in the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park is a compact but exceptionally diverse reserve. It is known for its unique tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons and the shimmering alkaline lake full of flamingos – all set against a backdrop of steep cliffs and lush groundwater forests.

Mto wa Mbu is a bustling farming village at the gateway to Lake Manyara National Park, unique for its incredible cultural diversity – with more than 120 Tanzanian tribes living peacefully together. The lush, irrigated fields provide an abundance of fruit and grains, while the vibrant local market offers an authentic insight into Tanzanian rural life.

Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its pioneering multiple land use system. This vast area uniquely combines the protection of spectacular wildlife – most famously the Ngorongoro Crater – with the traditional pastoral way of life of the Maasai people. Besides breathtaking landscapes and exceptional biodiversity, the NCA is also home to globally important palaeontological and archaeological sites, such as Olduvai Gorge and Laetoli. These sites make the area a key region for understanding the origins of humans.

Just outside the north-western boundary of Serengeti National Park, near the Grumeti River and Ikoma Gate, lies Ikoma. This area acts as an important buffer zone and is known for unique safari experiences such as night safaris and guided walking safaris – activities that are often not allowed within the park itself. Ikoma provides access to the Serengeti’s rich ecosystem and reveals a different perspective on the African bush, with a mix of migratory species and permanent residents.

The Ndutu area, located on the border of the southern Serengeti ecosystem and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, turns into a scene of intense natural spectacle every rainy season (usually from December to March). It is known worldwide as the calf area of the Great Migration: hundreds of thousands of wildebeest gather here on the nutrient-rich short-grass plains to give birth to their young. This impressive explosion of new life inevitably attracts a high concentration of predators, making Ndutu an absolute prime location for experiencing breathtaking wildlife moments.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world and forms a spectacular, fully enclosed ecosystem. This natural wonder is known for its exceptionally high density of wildlife – from the iconic “Big Five” to an impressive population of lions – all of which flourish within the steep, surrounding crater walls.

At the foot of Mount Meru lies Arusha – Tanzania’s vibrant safari capital and the starting point for legendary adventures in East Africa. This vibrant city is the gateway to the northern safari circuit and opens the way to iconic destinations such as the vast Serengeti, the impressive Ngorongoro Crater and majestic Kilimanjaro. Arusha offers more than just a starting point: enjoy vibrant markets, cultural experiences and all the amenities for the ultimate wildlife journey.

Arusha Airport (ARK) serves as the vibrant domestic springboard for unforgettable adventures in Tanzania. The airport takes travellers directly to the heart of East Africa’s most popular wildlife destinations in the north of the country. From this strategically located airport, just outside the city of Arusha, countless safaris depart daily by charter flight or domestic connection to iconic locations such as the vast plains of the Serengeti, the unique ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater, and the varied landscapes of Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks.

Arusha Airport offers an intimate and direct connection to the northern safari route, making it the ideal starting point for any safari. The airport’s infrastructure is currently being upgraded to further serve the steady stream of international visitors – further enhancing its reputation as the gateway to the northern safari experience.

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) is the main gateway to Zanzibar, welcoming travellers to this enchanting archipelago of Tanzania. Located on Unguja Island, near Zanzibar City, the airport connects the Spice Islands to East Africa, Europe and the Middle East. With a modern international Terminal 3, it is the ideal start for discoveries in Stone Town and along the islands’ famous beaches.

Stone Town, the cultural and historical heart of Zanzibar, is a maze of narrow alleyways, coral stone buildings and beautifully carved wooden doors. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town reflects the island’s multicultural heritage, with influences from Arab, Persian, Indian and European cultures. Visit iconic sights like the House of Wonders, the Old Fort and the Anglican Cathedral, built on the site of the world’s last open slave market. Explore the lively Darajani Market, sample local specialities at the night market in Forodhani Gardens or take an enchanting sunset sailing trip. Stone Town is important not only for its spice trade, but also as the birthplace of Freddie Mercury – an unforgettable destination full of stories.

Escape to Zanzibar, a breathtaking archipelago off the coast of Tanzania that sparkles in the Indian Ocean. This iconic destination in East Africa is a mosaic of idyllic, white-sand beaches gently lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters – the ultimate tropical island holiday.

At the heart of the island is Stone Town, a historic city of great cultural value, where ancient Arab, Indian, African and European influences can be felt in its narrow alleys and centuries-old architecture.

Known for generations as the ‘Spice Island’, the scent of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon still hangs in the air – best experienced on a fragrant and colourful spice tour. Zanzibar is much more than just sun and beach: it offers a harmonious blend of enchanting coastal landscapes, a vibrant Swahili culture and a rich, compelling history.