Home to every element that makes Africa such a monumentally epic place to visit, including daunting trekking adventures through deserted landscapes, rural villages and some of the largest and most captivating wildlife to be found anywhere in the world. Tanzania is one of the continent’s most visited countries, and for good reason.
Whatever your idea of an amazing trip, Tanzania will make sure you’re not left disappointed. Pristine beaches meet some of the clearest most spectacular water you’re ever likely to see, huge, wild animals roam freely and local people live as simply as they did thousands of years ago. It’s a place that will grab you by the shoulders and shake you up, and you’ll love it!
Check out our list of five experiences in Tanzania that will make your trip to this country unforgettable.
1. Relax On The Beaches Of Zanzibar
It would be hard to find a place on earth with a beach more impressive than the island of Zanzibar, which sits neatly, just off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean.
It’s the kind of scene that will make you squeal with delight as you take your first steps on to the powdery white sand. And the best bit, well, you can choose to sit back and relax the day away or, if you’re feeling a little more active, visit the near by spice plantations, the vivacious capital Stone Town or take to the turquoise ocean to snorkel or dive with a host of fluorescent fishes.
The beaches of Zanzibar are some of the most pristine in the world. Whilst you are here be sure to visit The Rock, this is one of the most amazing restaurants in the world located in the Indian Ocean!
2. Take a Safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro
It’s what we come for, Africa’s big act. The anticipation of running into a pack of mighty, wild lions or a herd of elephants around the next bush will get your heart racing and provide you with one of life’s biggest thrills.
Tanzania is one of the best places to go on an African safari. This country is home to some of the biggest and most impressive animals in the world, when it comes to nature, everything supersized here, and a safari through the famous Serengeti and Ngorongoro regions you will get to do amazing bucket list adventures including seeing the ‘Big 5’, Lake Manyara and Olduvai Gorge.
You really can’t come all the way to Tanzania and not come on safari!
3. Spot Chimpanzees At Lake Tanganyika
Lake Tanganyika is one of the world’s biggest freshwater lakes and spans over 4 African countries, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Zambia.
Take a trip to the Tanzania section and book a trekking trip to take in the incredible mountain scenery and try to get a glimpse of wild chimpanzees in the Gombe Stream and Mahale National Parks on the edge of the lake, one of the only places in Africa where it’s possible.
4. Volunteer With Local Communities
What could be more rewarding an adding some volunteering time into your trip to Tanzania? Well, we’ll tell you… nothing. That’s what.
Spend time in a remote Tanzanian village, in one of the poorest areas of East Africa, assisting with community, school and wildlife projects and helping to make a very real, and much needed, difference to the lives of those that live there.
There are lots of unique experiences and this is one that you’ll never forget. The very essence of what travelling the world is all about. Several local and international operators offer volunteering abroad programs to Tanzania which can be booked all year round.
5. Climb To The Roof Of Africa
Kilimanjaro isn’t an adventure that is out of most peoples reach. With a bit of training, and a lot of determination, you can join the privileged group that have put in the effort and scaled to the very top of Africa.
And believe us when we say, all the hard work will be worth it. Not only will you be rewarded with some of the most spectacular views in the world at the summit, but there’s plenty to see along the way too, as you trek past lakes, through planes and over ice fields.
There are 3 main routes to choose from; the fastest and most popular, the Marangu Route. The slightly longer but more scenic Machame Route. Or, the Rongai Route, which is widely regarded to be the easiest as it has such a high success rate – although it’s also the quietest, meaning lots of ‘you time’.
Tanzania Travel Essentials
Tanzania is one of the top destinations in Africa, and a great country to visit if you have never been to this continent before. Tanzania will surprise you, there is something for every type of traveller.
If you are looking to book a trip to Tanzania check out these websites:
• Book cheap flights on Skyscanner.
• Find the best accommodation on Booking.com.
• View small group tours and safaris with travel operator G Adventures.
