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The best time to visit Tanzania for safari depends on your goals. June to October offers the famous river crossings, while January is best for the calving season. See how the weather in Tanzania impacts wildlife viewing month by month.
Blue skies, golden plains, and the dramatic Mara River Crossing.
Best for first-timers, river crossings & easy wildlife spotting.
Expert Verdict: If witnessing a Mara River crossing is on your bucket list, this is the only time to go. It offers the classic 'National Geographic' scenes you expect. Just be prepared for higher rates and more vehicles at major sightings.
Don't rush the Serengeti. Due to road distances in Tanzania, we recommend a minimum of 5 to 7 days to explore the Tarangire, Manyara, and Serengeti ecosystem comfortably. For a more relaxed pace that includes cultural visits, a 9-day itinerary is ideal.
3-5 Day Safari (The Express) Quick Glimpse | Most Popular 6-7 Day Safari (The Classic) Best Value | 9+ Day Safari (Extended) Deep Immersion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks Visited | 1-2 Parks (e.g., Tarangire & Crater) | 3-4 Parks (incl. Serengeti) | All Key Parks + Remote Areas |
| Big 5 Chance | Possible (Requires luck) | High | Very High |
| Pace of Travel | Rushed (Long days driving) | Balanced | Relaxed (Time to unwind) |
| Serengeti Time | Little to None | 2-3 Nights (Essential) | 4+ Nights (In-depth) |
| Great Migration | Unlikely | Good Chance (Seasonal) | Best Chance (Track the herd) |
| Cultural Visit (Maasai) | No time | Optional Add-on | Included (if desired) |
| Ideal For | Budget trips & short safaris. | Best Tanzania safari itinerary for first-timers. | Photographers & deep immersion. |
Expert Verdict: While a 5 day safari tanzania is the most searched option, we highly recommend 7 days. This extra time allows you to reach the Serengeti without spending 8 hours a day in a car. For the best balance of cost and comfort, a 7 day Tanzania safari is the sweet spot.
Arusha to Serengeti drive time is approximately 8-9 hours. On short 3-day trips, you spend most of your time on the highway. We recommend flying one way to save time.
Strict national park rules require all vehicles to exit by 6:00 PM. Safari gate fees are paid per 24-hour cycle, so a well-planned itinerary is crucial to avoid penalties.
Animals don't follow a schedule. A longer Tanzania safari itinerary increases your odds of seeing the Big 5 and rare predator action, simply because you have more time in the bush.
Your choice of sleep affects the price. We offer everything from luxury lodges in Serengeti with private pools to authentic tented camps inside the parks.
THE NORTHERN SAFARI CIRCUIT
Explore the famous route connecting Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. These parks host the Big 5 and the Great Migration, all located within comfortable driving distance of each other.
Northern Safari Circuit Overview
Home of the Great Migration
Tanzania's most famous park and the stage for the Great Migration. It offers world-class Serengeti National Park safari experiences with vast plains and high predator density year-round.
Home of Tree-Climbing Lions
A compact gem known for its unique tree-climbing lions and thousands of flamingos painting the lake pink. A perfect first stop on your safari itinerary.
The Best Place to See the Big 5
A UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient volcanic caldera holds the highest density of wildlife in Africa and is the best place to spot the rare Black Rhino.
Elephants & Ancient Baobabs
Famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic Baobab trees. In the dry season, it rivals the Serengeti for wildlife density as animals flock to the Tarangire River.
How much does a safari cost? Prices range from $250/day (camping) to over $1,000/day (luxury). We provide a full breakdown of park fees, vehicle costs, and government taxes so you can see exactly where your money goes.
Serengeti National Park fees and conservation levies are set by TANAPA. Expect to pay ~$83 per person/day (including VAT) for entry, regardless of whether you sleep in a tent or a luxury lodge.
The biggest variable is where you sleep. A budget camping safari starts at $250/day, while luxury safari lodges can exceed $1,500/day due to the high cost of remote logistics and all-inclusive service.
Common "hidden" costs include the Tanzania visa fee ($100 for US citizens) and gratuities. The standard safari driver tip is $20-30 per day per group. Always check if drinks and laundry are included in your quote.
The main difference? Accommodation is what separates Budget from Luxury. The government taxes and park fees remain the same for everyone.
Combine the thrill of the wild with the beaches of Zanzibar. Our Tanzania and Zanzibar packages include flights, transfers, and relaxation at the best resorts in Nungwi or Kendwa.
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Genuine reviews from our guests and partner operators.
“Excellent Safari with Get Together Adventures!”
We had an incredible journey with Get Together Adventures in Tanzania, based in Arusha. The trip was perfectly organized, with excellent lodges and breathtaking safaris in several stunning national parks.
Our professional safari guide Emmanuel (and owner of Get Together Adventures) was truly the best guide we could have hoped for — incredibly knowledgeable about wildlife, animal behavior, and great knowledge birdlife! On top of that, he was extremely service-oriented, a pleasure to travel with, great safari car and always at the right place at exactly the right time.
In short: if you're planning a safari holiday in Tanzania, including a beach extension on Zanzibar, Get Together Adventures is the company to go with!
Thanks again Emmanuel & Savilinyi for this increadible experience with your company!!
Warm regards,
Manita & Robert
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Review for Get Together Adventures
“Love these guys!”
Where to start…. Oh yeah CARLOS!!!!!!! This man is a Gem, he was our driver the entire time we needed one. He picked us up at the airport and took us on a 3hr drive to our hotel in Karatu! Along some rough roads in the pitch black night. We made sure to have tea with him and get to know him, and just lovely guy. He took us 2hrs to the start of our 1st safari as well! He also took us back to our airport hotel, giving us a little tour as well went along!
In terms of the safari, it was amazing we did the 3 day one, the 1st two days we had Augustine, who despite being a Liverpool fan was a legend! He made sure we saw as much as possible in Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Managed 4 out of the big 5! Walter took over for the last day at Manyara, and although I still loved it, he said he doesn’t enjoy that park and sadly you could tell, he did however make sure to find us lions and elephants in a very difficult area to see animals!
Rosemary in the office always kept us up to date even with slight changes in our plans and in their plans! We met her at the office and she gave my wife a huge hug which was lovely to see!
Fully recommend this company! And when we return we want Carlos to take us everywhere, especially on safari next time when he has a jeep!
Thanks guys!
Review for Mountain Warriors Tours and Safaris
“The best trip we’ve had. Exceeded all expectations!”
We have been very fortunate to have had some amazing tours in the past, but this was our best.
Throughout the whole experience, we felt genuinely looked after, Beatrice was very helpful and had lots of useful recommendations and advice whilst we were planning our tour, 7 days in total, 5 day safari with accommodation in Arusha the day before and two nights after. Wakanda definitely make you feel like this is a personalised tour, particularly through all of the team’s can-do attitude and the wonderful hospitality.
Our safari was an incredible experience. Our guide, Benedict, was superb, he is very welcoming, patient and is an incredible source of wildlife knowledge; a fantastic asset to the team.
Each day was built around what we hoped to see and do but with relevant and timely guidance from Benedict, who ensured we got the most from our tour, which we absolutely did.
We had our own combination of accommodation, including two nights at a tented lodge at Safari Haven in central Serengeti (highly recommended), and the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite before our morning game drive into the crater.
The campsite was safe, had stunning views and warm showers! Not to mention great freshly cooked meals from our chef Salim, with a nice variety of international and local cuisine throughout the tour.
We finished our trip with a city tour of Arusha with Joshua, who looked after us very well and ensured we got fair prices (and when to walk away!) in the markets.
We could not have asked for more, we will definitely come back to the beautiful wilderness of the Serengeti and without hesitation, will use Wakanda when we do.
Review for Serengeti Wakanda Tours and Safaris
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