Tanzania's National Parks
Tanzania is an eclectic mix of histories and cultures – with Omani, African, and European influences, this fascinating country offers everything from stunning wildlife, epic landscapes, fascinating cultures, and pristine beaches.
Discover Tanzania's National Parks, Reserves & Mountains
Tanzania can be described in a single word – abundance. From the plains of the Serengeti to the summit of Kilimanjaro and beyond to the island paradise of Zanzibar, the possibilities for adventure are endless.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti comes from the Maa word ‘Serengit’, which translates to ‘the place where the land moves on forever’. It is the far-reaching, endless savannahs that inspired the Lion King, and is now the most popular safari destination in the world.
Arusha National Park
With Arusha National Park, you don’t have to travel too far after landing to find yourself surrounded by the African bush. Canoeing, walking safaris, and game drives are some of the best things to do here and make for the perfect start to any northern circuit safari.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is famous for the thousands of elephants that come down to the park during the dry season in search of water, but there are also plenty of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, buffalo and hippos.
Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater – with its lush green plains, woodland trees and wildflowers – is one of the most popular travel destinations in Tanzania. A stunningly beautiful place, it’s often referred to as the ‘Garden of Eden’. Ngorongoro has been the site of numerous archaeological discoveries over the years, and it’s now one of the best places for safari in East Africa.
Manyara National Park
Described by Ernest Hemingway as the ‘loveliest I had seen in Africa’, Lake Manyara National Park is situated on the Western escarpment of the Rift Valley. Home to lesser flamingos, tree-climbing lions, and one of Africa’s highest concentrations of elephants, Lake Manyara National Park is one of Tanzania’s most popular safari destinations.
Nyerere National Park
The park covers an area of over 30,000 square kilometers and is one of the largest protected areas in Africa. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a designated Ramsar wetland of international importance due to its diverse ecosystems, including savannah, woodland, wetlands, and rivers.