Exquisite Safaris Tanzania
Exquisite Safaris Tanzania Experiences
Tanzania is Africa’s visual masterpiece. It is a country of magnificent natural splendour, astounding wildlife, seductive beaches, charming ancient towns, ancient archaeological sites and geological wonders.
Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, rises from lush, grassy plains and towers over the land. Its snow-capped peak is a sight to behold. Climbing Kili is surprisingly easy and standing on the roof of Africa is a life-changing experience. The ideal bush and beach destination, visitors can witness the mighty herds of the Great Migration thundering across the Serengeti plains and end their unforgettable safari with a serene beach holiday on Zanzibar, the intoxicatingly beautiful and exotic Spice Island.
Our private luxury tours and safaris in Tanzania feature:
• Top rooms in the best safari camps and lodges
• Touring with expert local guides
• Highly personalized itinerary planning
• Expert advice from our Africa specialists, all of whom have traveled extensively throughout the continent
• 24-hour access to our associate offices throughout Africa
• Internal transportation, including flights, luxury train tickets, as well as ground, airport and restaurant transfers
• Restaurant and spa reservations, shopping recommendations, tickets to cultural events, and exclusive access to local activities and experts
• All tours are private, depart daily, and can be customized to suit individual interests and schedules.
About Tanzania
The Serengeti National Park is one of world’s greatest game parks. Meaning “endless plains” in the Maasai language, the Serengeti continues to be an ongoing source of inspiration to writers, filmmakers and photographers alike.
It is Tanzania’s oldest game reserve and is world-famous for the role it plays in the annual Great Migration, when an estimated two million herbivores – mostly wildebeest – migrate from the Serengeti to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. Hundreds of thousands of animals die along the way and the drama of this epic seasonal journey is a gripping, deeply moving experience and a wonderful photographic subject.
Highlights:
• Unforgettable hot air balloon safaris over the vast Serengeti plains
• Olduvai Gorge, where groundbreaking archaeological discoveries were made
• The magnificent Ngorongoro Crater lies within the Serengeti region
• Two World Heritage Sites and two Biosphere Reserves
• One of the world’s oldest ecosystems
• Fantastic birdwatching
• Known for its vast grassy plains, dotted with beautiful acacia trees
Kilimanjaro, the world’s highest standalone mountain is an amazing sight to behold from up close. On a clear day, it can be seen from over 300 km (190 miles) away and its eye-catching, snow-capped peak is usually hidden from view by a blanket of clouds. What not many people know is that Kilimanjaro is remarkably easy to climb, requiring only basic levels of fitness. The trek up the mountain usually takes about five days and routes pass through various habitats, including rain forest and a glacier on top. It is an unforgettable experience to stand on the roof of Africa, over 5 800 m (19 000 feet) above sea level and gaze out over the plains below.
Highlights:
• Stand on the roof of Africa and watch the sunrise
• Wildlife sightings in the rainforest at the foot of the mountain
• Rare birds like alpine chat and bearded vulture
• Wonderful photographic opportunities
• Many scenic hikes
The spectacular landscape of the world renowned Ngorongoro Crater has to be seen to be believed. It forms part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) within the Serengeti ecosystem and the Crater itself is home to more than 25 000 large mammals. Once a large volcano that later collapsed, it is now the largest intact caldera in the world.
The Crater floor has abundant water, which provides excellent grazing for resident herbivores, while the Crater walls are covered in lush vegetation, forming excellent protection for the large numbers of game. This is an area of spectacular beauty and superb game viewing, a truly unique safari destination.
Highlights:
• See Maasai herdsmen graze their cattle side by side with predators and prey
• Easy sightings of the Big Five
• The Lerai Forest is one of the best places in Africa for leopard sightings
• The views from the Crater rim are breathtaking
• Luxurious lodges perch on the rim, offering wonderful views and 4×4 safaris on the Crater floor
Lake Manyara National Park offers a wilderness experience rich in diverse habitats, from its Rift Valley soda lake to its dense woodlands and steep mountainsides. Apart from a spectacular setting, the park is famous for its unusual tree-climbing lions and the vast elephant herds it was established to protect. The shores of the lake, encrusted with pink flamingo, attract more than 400 species of birds, many of them waterfowl or migrants. Large herds of buffalo, cheetah, Masai giraffe and impala roam the lake shores and the forested valley slopes.
Highlights:
• Marvel at the tree-climbing lions
• Large flocks of flamingo on Lake Manyara
• Family herds of elephant
• Stunning mahogany, fig, acacia tree vegetation
• Great birdwatching destination
Declared a World Heritage Site, the Selous Game Reserve is a vast region of largely unexplored wilderness teeming with wildlife and with very few roads through its interior. Bisected by the Rufiji River, the Selous is one of the most remote parks in Africa.
It is also one of the only large game reserves in Tanzania that allows walking safaris, enabling wildlife enthusiasts the chance to explore the African wilderness on foot. This is arguably one of the best ways to enjoy the natural beauty and diversity of plant life in the area, exploring the magnificent grass plains, wetlands, swamps and dense forests.
Highlights:
• One of Africa’s most remote parks
• Remarkable landscapes – from grassy plains to wetlands and dense forest
• Explore the Selous by boat or by foot
• See the grave of intrepid explorer Captain Selous
Zanzibar is a collection of islands off the coast of Tanzania. The Zanzibar archipelago is set in the Indian Ocean and is made up of the larger islands of Pemba and Unguja (also called Zanzibar Island). Zanzibar is also known as the ‘Spice Island’ due to the delicious variety of spices grown there.
The island’s capital of Stone Town, a World Heritage Site, boasts a labyrinth of winding alleys, bustling marketplaces, beautifully carved wooden doors, breathtaking mosques and grand Arab residences. Off the northeastern coast of Zanzibar is Mnemba Island – an idyllic private island featuring luxurious accommodation, breathtaking scenery and rich marine diversity.
Highlights:
• Traditional dhow cruises on crystal clear waters
• Bustling and colourful Stone Town is a World Heritage Site
• Mnemba Island is consistently voted one of the world’s most romantic destinations
• Pristine beaches, quaint fishing villages, spice plantations and much more
• Jozani Forest Reserve is home to the rare Kirk’s red colobus monkey, Sykes’ monkey and Aders’ Duiker
