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Tanzania Safaris & Tours: The 15 to Book

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One country holds the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro crater and the Zanzibar reef, and the gap in price between them is enormous. These 15 lay out the camping safaris, the fly-in day trips and the spice-farm afternoons with what each actually includes.

Serengeti Balloon Safari and authentic bush breakfast - What wildlife viewing is really like from the air
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Serengeti Balloon Safari and authentic bush breakfast

1.Serengeti Balloon Safari and authentic bush breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · from $550Our pick

Start before dawn and rise over the Serengeti for about an hour of quiet sunrise flying. Pilots such as Paul, Kevin, Jeff, Mohamed, and Derek explain the flight and point out wildlife when conditions allow. After landing, celebrate with bubbly and a full English breakfast beneath an acacia tree. Pickup is included.

“It's amazing to be drifting silently over the Serengeti! This was a wonderful experience and so well organized from take off through the fabulous bush breakfast.”

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Balloon Safari & Bush Breakfast in Serengeti - Miracle Experience - Sunrise takeoff over the national park
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Balloon Safari & Bush Breakfast in Serengeti – Miracle Experience

2.Balloon Safari & Bush Breakfast in Serengeti – Miracle Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,646 reviews · from $599

Meet before dawn at a Serengeti launch site, watch the balloon inflate, and fly for about an hour over plains where lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests may be active. Your pilot provides safety guidance and wildlife spotting help. After landing, celebrate with bubbly and enjoy a full bush breakfast before your onward transfer.

“The best way to describe this trip is unforgettable, everything was so great, I had an amazing time, crew was excellent and on point, I really enjoyed this trip, I recommend it to anyone visiting. This will always be a trip to remember.”

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From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal - Entering Mikumi by air and meeting your safari guide
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From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

3.From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,470 reviews · from $451

You fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, then spend the day in a shared 4WD with guides such as Salim, Amos, Elias, or Asenga. Expect elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and more, plus a hot bush lunch and water. The early start and flight schedule make this a long but efficient safari day.

“Both the guide, I believe he's name was Elias, and the driver were amazing. so welcoming, funny and professional. We've seen lots of animals and had really nice bush lunch. would recommend it to everyone, it was a highlight of our trip.”

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Zanzibar: Quad Bike Adventure departing from Kendwa or Nungwi - What riding the quads is really like
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Zanzibar: Quad Bike Adventure departing from Kendwa or Nungwi

4.Zanzibar: Quad Bike Adventure departing from Kendwa or Nungwi

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,233 reviews · 4 hours

Ride a 2024 quad through northern Zanzibar, using quiet roads, dirt tracks, and coastal routes between two beaches and a local village. Guides such as Charles, Nick, and Robert have helped riders learn the bikes and stay safe. Expect four hours of riding, village culture, fresh fruit, photos, and plenty of dust.

“Very good, the guide was very helpuful and the activity worth all the money”

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Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch - The spice farm: Zanzibar in scent and flavor
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Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch

5.Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,219 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $68

Spend 6 to 9 hours exploring Zanzibar with a hotel pickup, English-speaking guide, spice farm visit, Swahili lunch, Stone Town walk, and boat trip to Prison Island. Guides such as Hassan, Ibrahim, and Ali are praised for clear storytelling, while the farm adds hands-on spice tasting and local food.

“We had a fantastic time exploring the Spice Farm, Stone Town, and Prison Island. The Spice Farm was fascinating — we learned so much about local spices and their uses. Stone Town was vibrant and full of history, with narrow streets and beautiful architecture to explore. Prison Island was a highlight, with its giant tortoises and stunning views Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the day smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Zanzibar!”

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Tanzania Classic - 7 Days - Day 1: A simple arrival in Arusha
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Tanzania Classic – 7 Days

6.Tanzania Classic – 7 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,151 reviews · from $3,913

Meet your driver-guide at Arusha Airport, then travel by 4x4 Toyota Cruiser through four major wildlife areas. You’ll spend time in Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, with six nights of lodging, meals, park fees, and a private guide included. Emillian is one guide praised for excellent service.

“Easy Travel lived up to its name. We selected them based on positive reviews, that they offered multiple length safaris, and their responsiveness to logistics questions we had before booking.”

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4 Days Group Camping Safari - Day two: entering Serengeti through Karatu
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4 Days Group Camping Safari

7.4 Days Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,101 reviews · from $900

Spend four days crossing Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in a 4x4 safari vehicle, with camping, meals, and game drives included. A group of up to six keeps the experience personal. Guides such as Amir and Mandela have helped guests find the Big Five, while chef Tito has earned praise for the camp meals.

“I booked 4 days camping safari with Suricata. Before we start our safari a nice guy visited me in my hotel and he told me everything about this tour what l need to take with me like towels ,suncream etc..and what is he's recommendations and Read more”

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From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure - Swimming with dolphins in open water
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From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

8.From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,043 reviews · 4 hours · from $50

Join Captbarnabatours from Mama Mia in Kendwa for a four-hour boat trip toward Mnemba Atoll. Guides such as Hassan, Ludo, Hamis, Abra, and Ebra search for dolphins without hounding them, then lead you to coral reefs and a tide-dependent sandbank. Gear, fruit, soft drinks, life jackets, conservation fees, and hotel-beach boat pickup are included.

“We had a lovely trip today. Unfortunately the weather was not on our side at the beginning of the trip, but thankfully it cleared up. We especially are very grateful that the captain and our tour guide HD did not chase after the dolphins. We kept our distance and still got to see them. Both the sandbanks and the snorkelling were amazing! The water is so clear and we truly enjoyed the 20 plus/minus sorts of fishes we saw! We had some tropical fruits/water and even made new friends onboard. We can truly recommend Captain Barnaba Tours!”

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From Zanzibar: Day Selous Game Reserve Safari with Flights - What the early morning pickup is really like
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From Zanzibar: Day Selous Game Reserve Safari with Flights

9.From Zanzibar: Day Selous Game Reserve Safari with Flights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,025 reviews · from $470

Leave Zanzibar early, fly about 30 to 40 minutes to Nyerere National Park, and spend the day in a shared safari jeep. Guides such as Eli, Herman, Dennis, and Songoro are praised for spotting wildlife and explaining the bush. Expect lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, buffalo, and a warm bush lunch before flying home.

“Everything was utterly amazing and outstanding. Eli our guide was unbelievably knowledgeable and entertaining too which was a wonderful bonus . The whole experience from start to finish was incredibly well organised and everyone was so kind and caring . We felt completely safe and do not visit Zanzibar without doing this day trip . It was run like clockwork . We did have a private Brand new jeep and we highly recommend doing the little extra if you can .. very very well worth the money .”

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Zanzibar: Prison Island and Nakupenda Boat Trip with Lunch - Prison Island combines old cells with giant tortoises
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Zanzibar: Prison Island and Nakupenda Boat Trip with Lunch

10.Zanzibar: Prison Island and Nakupenda Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 882 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $39

From Stone Town, you’ll cruise to Prison Island for its old cells and giant Aldabra tortoises, then continue to Nakupenda Sandbank for swimming, snorkeling, fresh seafood, and fruit. Guides including Milano, Abdul, Juma, and Sangi are praised for friendly service. Hotel pickup is available, and private groups can be arranged.

“The seafood lunch was really nice. Very authentic and we loved it. The boat trip was an experience it itself that I feel was worth the money. Seeing the tortoises was personally a highlight also. Very much recommend this trip!”

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Skydive Zanzibar | Tandem Skydive - A short briefing keeps the first jump manageable
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Skydive Zanzibar | Tandem Skydive

11.Skydive Zanzibar | Tandem Skydive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews · from $545

You’ll receive a short safety briefing, then board a plane with an international instructor for a tandem jump from 10,000 feet. Expect about 30 seconds of free fall, 5 to 10 minutes under canopy, and a landing on Kendwa’s white-sand beach. Photos and videos arrive shortly afterward.

“What an incredible experience! First time skydiving and all went smoothly. All the staff and the instructors were well prepared and made me feel safe. Definitely will try again in the future!”

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5 Days Group Camping Safari - Day 2: Lake Manyara’s birds, forest, and hippo pond
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5 Days Group Camping Safari

12.5 Days Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 730 reviews · from $1,100

Join Suricata Safaris for five days across Tanzania’s top parks, with a private guide, 4x4, camping, and all meals. Look for elephants in Tarangire, flamingos at Manyara, big cats in the Serengeti, and crater wildlife at Ngorongoro. Guides including Max and Amiri have earned praise for sharp animal spotting and smooth organization.

“Safari meraviglioso con la compagnia Suricati. La nostra guida Max e il nostro cuoco Salim meravigliosi. Cibo abbondante e ottimo, tende molto comode. Ovviamente è un campeggio in Africa quindi non un resort ma l’esperienza è indimenticabile. Grazie di tutto. Compagnia super consigliata.”

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Kilimanjaro climb by Lemosho Route (7-day) - Day 2: Shira 1 to Shira 2 and the first acclimatization hike
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Kilimanjaro climb by Lemosho Route (7-day)

13.Kilimanjaro climb by Lemosho Route (7-day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · from $3,476

Climb Kilimanjaro’s scenic Lemosho Route with Altezza Travel over seven mountain days, plus hotel nights in Moshi. Expect certified guides, porters, cooks, private group support, hot meals, airport transfers, and a demanding night ascent to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters.

“The whole team and especially our two tour guides elia and Joshua were simply great. Everything went well, we were looked after very professionally and most importantly: we were four friends and we all made it to the top. The lemosho roRead more”

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Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs - Walking into Materuni village and the forest
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Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

14.Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 643 reviews · from $100

Spend about 12 hours with a private guide visiting Materuni Waterfalls, a Chagga coffee farm, and Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Expect a muddy 40-minute hike, coffee roasting and singing, lunch, a long bumpy drive, and time to swim. Guides such as Balthazary, Frank, Enock, Andrew, and Victor are known for adding local insight and helping with photos.

“Really nice day with Balthasary! Everything was planned to make this day a wonderful day. Hiking to the waterfall, discovering the coffee plantation, the way to produce it and Chemka... asante sana!”

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Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa - Pickup from Nungwi, Kendwa, or Kidoti
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Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa

15.Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 640 reviews · 4 hours

Ride a new CF Moto 520 quad from Nungwi, Kendwa, or Kidoti to a quiet beach, a traditional village, and Kendwa at sunset. You can swim, taste fresh fruit, watch local dancing, and receive drinks plus free photos and video. Guides including Robert, Nick, Costa, and Nicxon are known for keeping the ride safe and sociable.

“This activity was exceptional. From start to finish. We got there early and we were offered a drink. The intro and safety guidance for the quad was great. The route we did was excellent with beautiful and real off road experience. We had refreshments and fresh fruit cut for us at different locations the guides look after the group ensuring the safety of the group. We visited a Swahili village and met the people and places of interests within. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful throughout.”

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