Experiences
Tanzania Safari Experiences
Every way to explore Tanzania, from Serengeti game drives to chimpanzee forests, coral reefs and the summit of Kilimanjaro.
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- Our Founder and team guiding since 2004
- Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Tanzania
What can you do on a Tanzania safari?
A Tanzania safari includes game drives, hot air balloon safaris, walking safaris, chimpanzee trekking, cultural visits, snorkeling and diving, and mountain trekking. Most travellers combine three or four of these in one trip of 5 to 10 days, pairing wildlife in the national parks with time on the coast.
Things to Do in Tanzania
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Game Drives
Drive through the parks in a private 4x4 with a pop-up roof to search for lions, elephants, leopards and the Great Migration. Available in every safari park in Tanzania.
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Balloon Safaris
Float over the plains at sunrise and land for a bush breakfast. From USD 550 to 600 per person. Best from June to October.
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Walking Safaris
Leave the vehicle and explore on foot with an armed ranger, following tracks, birds and insects. Offered in Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Ruaha and Nyerere.
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Chimpanzee Trekking
Hike the forests of Gombe and Mahale on Lake Tanganyika to spend time with wild chimpanzees.
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Cultural Experiences
Meet the Maasai, hunt with the Hadzabe at Lake Eyasi, and walk village farms and markets with local hosts.
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Snorkeling & Diving
Swim over coral reefs off Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia Island, with whale sharks at Mafia in season.
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Kilimanjaro & Trekking
Climb Africa's highest mountain at 5,895 m, or hike Mount Meru, the Usambara Mountains and Udzungwa.
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Best Experiences in Tanzania for Your Kind of Trip
Tanzania Safari Activities 2027 by Season
| Season | What to do |
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| January to March | Calving season in Ndutu, birding, Kilimanjaro climbs |
| April to May | Green season, quiet parks, lower rates |
| June to October | Dry season game drives, balloon safaris, Mara River crossings, chimpanzee trekking |
| November to December | Short rains, migration moving south, diving and snorkeling |
Where Each Experience Happens
- Northern Tanzania Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Arusha: game drives, balloon safaris, walking safaris, culture.
- Southern Tanzania Ruaha, Nyerere, Udzungwa: game drives, boat safaris, walking safaris, waterfall hikes.
- Western Tanzania Gombe, Mahale, Katavi: chimpanzee trekking and remote game drives.
- Eastern Tanzania and Coast Zanzibar, Pemba, Mafia, Saadani, Pangani: snorkeling, diving, beach and bush.
What to Do on a Tanzania Safari: Questions Travellers Ask
What is the most popular safari experience in Tanzania?
Game drives are the most popular. You travel in a private 4x4 with a guide to find wildlife, usually early morning and late afternoon when animals are most active.
How much does a balloon safari cost in Tanzania?
A balloon safari costs from USD 550 to 600 per person, including the sunrise flight and a bush breakfast after landing.
Where can I see chimpanzees in Tanzania?
In Gombe and Mahale Mountains national parks on Lake Tanganyika in Western Tanzania. Both are reached by flight and boat.
Can I combine a safari with the beach?
Yes. Most travellers add 3 to 5 nights in Zanzibar, Mafia Island or Pangani after their safari, connected by a short flight.
Are walking safaris safe?
Yes. Every walk is led by a trained guide and an armed ranger, in small groups, in areas where walking is permitted by the park.
Can children join these experiences?
Yera family safaris welcome children from age 2. Some activities and camps set their own age limits, which we confirm for each trip.
What languages do Yera guides speak?
English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, among others.
Let's Plan Your Tanzania Experience
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