Things to do in Tanzania
Safaris5 optionsTanzania Safari Arusha74 optionsSpice Stone Town Tour23 optionsZanzibar Snorkeling Tour25 optionsDolphin Tour Zanzibar12 optionsWildlife Zanzibar14 optionsKilimanjaro Hiking Tour13 optionsZanzibar Airport Transfer16 optionsSafaris11 optionsZanzibar Day Trip5 optionsArusha Day Trips6 optionsKayaking Tours6 options
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Arusha City Tour with Market & Museum: Local Guide PickupA guided city tour of Arusha on foot and by short drives, with hotel pickup included, that moves through the Natural History Museum in the historic German BOMA, the Tanzanite Experience museum, the Arusha Clock Tower, Maasai Market and Central Food Market, finishing at an African art gallery. Your English-speaking local guide leads the stops; the itinerary runs 4 hours. The tour includes entry to the African Art Gallery and cultural heritage center; the Natural History Museum fee and Tanzanite museum are optional add-ons you choose at checkout, along with coffee, cooking class or waterfall options.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to move through the city on foot with a local guide rather than driving past it, and if you're interested in how Arusha actually works—its markets, its museums, its daily rhythm—rather than just the landmarks. The 4-hour window fits a morning before heading to a safari or mountain trek, and the optional add-ons let you extend it or keep it focused depending on your schedule.
5-Day Tanzania Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro from ArushaThis 5-day safari tour from Arusha visits Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a private 4x4 vehicle and driver-guide who leads morning and afternoon game drives across both reserves. You stay four nights in selected safari lodges with full board, and the itinerary is built around the wildlife rhythms — early starts catch the animals moving, midday rest breaks the heat, and late-afternoon drives often yield the best sightings. The driver-guide speaks your choice of language and handles all logistics from airport pickup onward.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see both Serengeti's vast plains and Ngorongoro's enclosed crater ecosystem without arranging vehicles, guides or lodge bookings yourself — the five-day window captures the best of Tanzania's Northern Circuit without the time commitment of a longer safari. Pick your preferred lodge tier (Comfort, Comfort Plus, Luxury or Luxury Plus) at checkout; all options follow the same itinerary and include the same meals and game drives.
Kilimanjaro Machame Route 7-day climb: Summit Uhuru PeakA 7-day trek up Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route, one of the mountain's most popular paths, with certified guides, professional porters, supplied tents and meals throughout. You climb through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert and glaciated terrain, spending nights in camps at increasing altitude before a night ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and descent to the gate. Airport transfers and two nights in a foothills hotel are included before and after the climb.Is it for me?Book this climb if you have at least moderate fitness and can commit to 7 days of daily hiking at altitude—the acclimatization schedule and professional guides make it suitable for first-time climbers, but the mountain demands preparation and respect. Solo climbers can arrange single accommodation in the hotel and tent for an extra fee; families with children aged 13 and up are welcome, though the altitude and physical demand mean younger teenagers should have serious hiking experience.
5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro CraterA five-day camping safari from Arusha that takes you through Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater with a guide, all meals and accommodation at campsites. You drive the parks on game drives timed to catch sunrise and sunset, follow the wildebeest migration route (best June through September), and descend 610 meters into the crater to see elephants, zebras, gazelles and over 500 bird species in a single ecosystem. The tour ends with a village visit to Mto wa Mbu where a local guide walks you through banana plantations and explains how the community lives.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to follow the wildebeest migration and see it move across the Serengeti plains—the timing and route are built around where the herds are. The five-day structure holds all three parks and the crater descent inside one trip, so you don't piece together separate bookings; pickup, accommodation and park fees are settled before you arrive.
6-Day Private Safari Arusha: Tarangire, Serengeti & NgorongoroA 6-day private safari from Arusha takes you through Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and all transport included. You spend two days in the Serengeti with sunrise and afternoon game drives, descend into Ngorongoro to search for black rhino, and finish at Lake Manyara before returning to Arusha. The itinerary is fixed, the guide is yours alone, and the route covers the parks where Tanzania's wildlife concentrates.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a private guide and vehicle for the full six days without coordinating pickups, park bookings or logistics yourself — everything is arranged, and the driver adjusts timing if your flight changes.
8-Day Serengeti Safari from Arusha: Wildebeest MigrationAn 8-day safari from Arusha through Tanzania's Northern Circuit, traveling by vehicle with a professional guide through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Serengeti National Park to track the annual wildebeest migration. Park fees, accommodation at mid-range lodges, and all transport are included; the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language of your choice. Minimum age is 18; international flights are separate.Is it for me?Book this if you want to track the wildebeest migration across multiple Serengeti zones and prefer watching wildlife from your vehicle rather than hiking.
Kilimanjaro: Lemosho Route 8-Day Trek with Moshi Hotel & PickupYou’ll walk through misty rainforest, cross wild moorlands, scramble up Barranco Wall with your guide cheering you on, and reach Uhuru Peak right as the sun cracks over Africa. Expect laughter at camp, real Tanzanian food, and moments of quiet awe on this 8-day Kilimanjaro trek—plus hotel nights in Moshi and private pickup.
Zanzibar Airport & Port Transfers: Private Taxi with AC & WiFiYou arrange pickup from Zanzibar's airport or port before you arrive, a driver meets you with your name, and you're driven to your hotel in a private air-conditioned car with water and WiFi included. The price is fixed upfront, so there's no haggling or surprises — just a straightforward ride that gets you where you need to be on time.Is it for me?Book this if you land or arrive by sea and want to skip the taxi queue and price haggling — the driver waits at arrivals, the fare is fixed before you get in, and you reach your hotel without arranging transport yourself.
5-day Tanzania safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake ManyaraThis 5-day safari tour from Arusha covers the Northern Circuit, visiting Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park and Lake Manyara National Park. You travel by open-roof vehicle with a guide, stay overnight at lodges between parks, and watch wildlife in four distinct landscapes—from volcanic crater to migrating herds to tree-climbing lions. Pickup from Arusha airport is included, as are park entry, meals and accommodation; guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language.Is it for me?Choose this five-day itinerary if you want to cover all four Northern Circuit parks—Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire—without adding extra nights for a longer trip.
Serengeti & Ngorongoro: 3-Day Safari with Private GuideYou’ll wake up to wild sounds on this 3-day Serengeti safari from Arusha, chase sunlight across open plains with your private guide, picnic near lions and elephants, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater’s misty green bowl before heading home—still buzzing from it all.
4-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro CraterA four-day group safari from Arusha visiting Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater with a professional English-speaking guide, all park entry fees, four nights accommodation and meals included. You spend a full day in Tarangire watching elephants and dry-country antelope, nearly two days in the Serengeti with evening and sunrise game drives, and a full day descending into Ngorongoro Crater where roughly 25,000 animals live in one enclosed ecosystem. Airport pickup is included; flights are not.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour with a fixed itinerary and schedule, which is what keeps all three parks and the crater's edge overnight inside four days — the guide, the timing and the transport are arranged, so you move through the parks without building the logistics yourself. It suits travelers who want the major parks and the migration without the cost of a private vehicle, and who prefer sunrise and sunset game drives to a self-paced schedule.
Zanzibar Stone Town, Prison Island & Spice Farm Private TourYou spend three hours walking Stone Town's colonial architecture and pre-Arabian heritage sites with a private guide, then take a motorized boat to Prison Island to see hundred-year-old giant tortoises and historical buildings, and finish with three hours at working spice farms where you taste and smell cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, and cardamom as they grow. Hotel pickup, lunch, and air-conditioned transport are included throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Stone Town's architecture, Prison Island's tortoises, and working spice farms in one day without arranging transport, boat tickets, or timing between stops yourself—the private guide and fixed itinerary handle all of that, and you move through the island's history in the order that makes sense.
Tarangire: Balloon Safari & Bush Breakfast with ChampagneYou’ll drift above Tarangire at sunrise in a hot air balloon, guided by an expert pilot who helps you spot wildlife from above. After landing softly on the savannah, celebrate with a champagne toast and enjoy a freshly prepared bush breakfast surrounded by wild views. It’s not just about what you see—it’s how it feels to float in that hush before the world wakes up.
Stone Town Walking Tour: UNESCO Heritage Sites with HassanA three-hour walking tour of Stone Town, Zanzibar's UNESCO-listed capital, with a certified English-speaking guide visiting the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddy Mercury Museum, Darajani Bazaar and the former slaves market. The tour covers the 19th-century Omani architecture, Portuguese influence and the island's layered history—each stop has a guide who knows why the building stands where it does. Hotel pickup is available if your accommodation is outside Stone Town; if you're staying in the old quarter itself, let the operator know in advance.Is it for me?Follow Stone Town's essential heritage sites—the House of Wonders, Old Fort, and slave market among them—at a walking pace that lets you absorb each building's story without breaking your rhythm between stops.
Moshi: Materuni Waterfall Hike & Chemka Hot Springs Day TripYou’ll hike through lush farms to Materuni Waterfall with a local guide, eat homemade Tanzanian lunch under tin roofs, then soak in Chemka Hot Springs’ clear waters. Expect laughter over chips mayai and bumpy roads between stops. This day trip from Moshi blends nature, food, and genuine moments—leaving you with muddy shoes and maybe a new favorite snack.
Zanzibar Quad Bike Adventure: Village Visit & Kendwa Beach SunsetYou’ll ride quad bikes along Zanzibar’s hidden trails with a local guide, visit a welcoming village for real conversation (and maybe some fruit), then relax on Kendwa Beach as the sun sets. Includes pickup from Nungwi or Kendwa hotels, safety gear, drinks and fresh fruit—just bring your sense of adventure.
Mikumi Safari Day Trip from Zanzibar: Return Flight & Game DriveYou fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, spend five hours on a guided game drive across the Mkata Floodplain spotting lions, elephants, zebra, and hippos, eat lunch in the bush, and fly back the same day. Hotel pickup and all park fees are included, so you only show up at the airport on time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see African wildlife without committing to a multi-day safari or arranging flights and park logistics yourself — the fixed schedule and included transfers mean you step out of your hotel and into the game drive the same morning.
Serengeti Safari from Mwanza: 2 Day Private Game Drive & CampingYou’ll travel from Mwanza into Serengeti with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story along the way. Expect early starts, game drives past hippo pools and zebra herds, and a night under canvas with distant animal calls for company. Meals are simple but satisfying; comfort is built into the journey — sockets for charging, cold drinks on hand — so all you have to do is look out those wide windows and take it in.
Stone Town: Historical Walking Tour with Market & Entry FeesYou’ll walk Stone Town’s winding alleys with a local guide, taste spices at Darajani Market, run your hands over coral walls at the Old Fort, and pause at sites that hold centuries of stories. Expect sensory surprises and small moments that linger long after you’ve left.
5-Day Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha: Private Game DrivesA private 5-day safari from Arusha covering Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, with a professional English-speaking guide, private 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof, all national park entrance fees, accommodation in hand-selected lodges and camps, and meals throughout. The itinerary is fully customizable, allowing you to spend more time on wildlife sightings that matter to you and adjust the pace to match your interests and energy.Is it for me?Most group safaris move on a fixed schedule and stop where the operator chooses. This one is private — your guide adjusts the route and timing to follow the animals and match your pace, so a morning of lions doesn't get cut short because the van needs to move on.
