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DESTINATION OVERVIEWS

MAP OF AFRICA

  

Africa - Overviews:

SOUTHERN AFRICA
Botswana
Zambia & Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls
Namibia
South Africa
Cape Town

EAST AFRICA
Tanzania
Serengeti
Mt Kilimanjaro
Zanzibar
Kenya
Maasai Mara
Rwanda
Uganda
Seychelles

 

  

TANZANIA OVERVIEW

Tanzania is still gloriously wild; huge herds of wildebeest, zebra and elephant along with a bevy of other plains-game species and a plethora of predators.  Tanzania is vast and offers the discerning safari-goer a very uncontrived experience both for wildlife and culture. Sure, iconic areas like Ngorogoro and parts of the Serengeti can be busy at times, but for the most part there is ample opportunity to escape the madding crowds.

Peak months

late June - late October

Shoulder season

mid December - mid March

Epic suggests

9 - 13 days / 8 - 12 nights
 

Sample itinerary

The two icons that nearly every first time safari-goer visits:

Other areas that should be considered include:

  • Tarangire National Park - a contrasting habitat to the Serengeti and the highlands of Ngorongoro. It’s proximity to both makes it a desireable third safari destination for a safari confined to the northern circuit.
  • Ruaha National Park - Ruaha represents the transition zone where southern and eastern African species of flora and fauna overlap. The best thing about Ruaha is that it is remote and very much untrammelled. It houses great game which you will pretty much have to yourself.
  • Selous Game Reserve - Africa’s largest protected area at 55,000 square kilometres, the Selous is as wild as it gets and offers incredible adventure. The selous is one of the few safari destinations in Tanzania that offers water based activities in addition to land.
  • Swahili Coast - a popular add-on are the coastal islands of Zanzibar and the Mafia archipelago; Zanzibar for its history and the Mafia for its simplicity, cultural richness and fantastic diving and snorkeling, including with whalesharks.

How long should I spend on safari?

This is a common question. Many people initially believe that 5 days or so on safari will suffice. However “not knowing what they don’t know”, once they get on safari they appreciate that not only is it just about the game but it is also an incredible environment for one to relax and recuperate in, without the annoyance of modern conveniences. For a family, we would tender that it is one of the, if not THE, best family holiday you will ever have

How old should my children be to do a safari?

The answer to this varies and depends upon the youngsters. We have had children as young as 4 on safari. Most camps do have age restrictions and it varies from 6 through 12, with the majority allowing children of any age if the camp is hired exclusively. Generally speaking, East Africa (Kenya and Tanzania) are more accommodating of children than camps in Southern Africa.