Selous National Park

One of Africa's largest & most remote wilderness areas

About Selous

Selous (now known as Nyerere National Park) is one of the largest protected areas in Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in southern Tanzania, it offers a truly remote and exclusive safari experience far from the well-trodden northern circuit.

Famous for its boat safaris on the Rufiji River, walking safaris, and exceptional populations of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and the endangered African wild dog. Fewer tourists mean a more intimate and authentic wildlife encounter.

Serengeti National Park

Home of the Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth

About Serengeti

The Serengeti is Tanzania's most famous national park and one of the world's greatest wildlife sanctuaries. Covering 30,000 km² of endless golden savanna, it is home to the largest animal migration on earth — over 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras and 300,000 gazelles moving in a circular route across the plains.

Beyond the migration, the Serengeti offers exceptional year-round Big Five sightings, incredible predator-prey interactions, and some of Africa's most breathtaking landscapes. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and truly one of the wonders of the natural world.

Tarangire National Park

The Land of Giants — Elephants & Ancient Baobabs

About Tarangire

Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania's hidden gems — a vast wilderness of ancient baobab trees, swaying grasslands, and the life-giving Tarangire River. During the dry season, this river becomes a magnet for one of the largest elephant concentrations in Africa, with herds numbering in the hundreds.

Less visited than the Serengeti, Tarangire offers an intimate and authentic safari experience. Tree-climbing lions, over 500 bird species, and dramatic landscapes dotted with centuries-old baobabs make this park truly unforgettable.

Zanzibar

The Spice Island — Where Safari Meets Paradise

About Zanzibar

Zanzibar is a tropical paradise off the coast of Tanzania — an archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean famous for its white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and rich Swahili culture. The perfect way to end an unforgettable Tanzania safari.

Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site — a labyrinth of narrow streets, ancient Arab houses, and bustling markets. Beyond the town, spice farms, coral reefs, dolphin pods, and red colobus monkeys await your discovery.

Mount Meru

Africa's 5th Highest Peak — 4,566 metres above sea level

About Mount Meru

Mount Meru is a stunning volcanic peak rising to 4,566 metres — Africa's fifth highest mountain and one of Tanzania's most rewarding climbs. Located within Arusha National Park, just 70km from Kilimanjaro, it offers a spectacular and less-crowded alternative to its famous neighbour.

The 4-day climb takes you through lush rainforest teeming with colobus monkeys, giraffes and buffalo, through moorland and rocky ridges to the dramatic summit crater. From the top on a clear day, Kilimanjaro fills the entire horizon — a breathtaking reward for your effort.

Mikumi National Park

Tanzania's Most Accessible Wildlife Sanctuary

About Mikumi

Mikumi National Park is Tanzania's fourth largest national park and one of the most accessible — just a 3-hour drive from Dar es Salaam. Often called the "Serengeti of the South," its open floodplains are home to impressive concentrations of wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and large hippo pools.

Famous for its tree-climbing lions, Mikumi is perfect for a quick yet rewarding safari escape from the city. It also serves as the gateway to the remote Selous Game Reserve, making it an ideal starting point for a southern Tanzania adventure.

Arusha Town

Tanzania's Safari Capital — Where Every Adventure Begins

About Arusha Town

Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania and the gateway to the northern circuit. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru and surrounded by coffee and banana plantations, it's a vibrant city where African culture, Maasai tradition, and international safari tourism meet.

Start your journey here with a Maasai cultural visit, coffee farm tour, or a walk through the colourful local markets. Arusha is also home to the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and has historically been a centre of East African diplomacy.

Arusha National Park

A Hidden Gem at the Foot of Mount Meru

About Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park is one of Tanzania's most underrated gems — a compact but incredibly diverse park just 30 minutes from Arusha city. It encompasses the dramatic Ngurdoto Crater, the shimmering Momella Lakes, and the slopes of Mount Meru.

Famous for its black and white colobus monkeys swinging through the forest canopy, the park also hosts giraffes, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, and over 400 bird species. Canoe safaris on the crater lakes and walking safaris with an armed ranger make this a uniquely immersive experience.

Ngorongoro Crater

The World's Largest Intact Volcanic Caldera — A Natural Wonder

About Ngorongoro

The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's most spectacular natural wonders — a massive volcanic caldera stretching 260 km² and sheltering one of the densest concentrations of wildlife on the planet. Formed over two million years ago when a giant volcano collapsed, it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to approximately 25,000 large animals.

Descending into the crater feels like entering a lost world — lions roam the open grasslands, hippos wallow in the soda lakes, and the rare black rhino can still be spotted here. The crater rim offers breathtaking panoramic views and is shared with the Maasai people who still graze their cattle on the slopes.

Mount Kilimanjaro

The Roof of Africa — Uhuru Peak 5,895m Above Sea Level

About Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa, standing at 5,895 metres above sea level. This iconic snow-capped volcano is the world's highest free-standing mountain and one of the Seven Summits. Located in northern Tanzania near the town of Moshi, it dominates the landscape for hundreds of kilometres around.

What makes Kilimanjaro truly remarkable is that it can be climbed without any technical mountaineering skills — it is a trekking peak. With determination, the right preparation, and our expert guides from Gies Explorer, standing on Uhuru Peak — the Roof of Africa — is within your reach.

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Lake Manyara

Flamingos, Tree-Climbing Lions & the Great Rift Valley

About Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara National Park is a compact but remarkably diverse park nestled between the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment and the alkaline waters of Lake Manyara. Famous worldwide for its tree-climbing lions — an extraordinary behaviour rarely seen elsewhere in Africa — the park packs an incredible variety of habitats into a small area.

The lake itself turns pink with thousands of flamingos, while zebras and wildebeest graze along its shores. A lush groundwater forest at the park entrance harbours colobus monkeys and large troops of baboons. With over 400 bird species, it is also one of Tanzania's premier birdwatching destinations.

Ol Doinyo Lengai

Mountain of God — Africa's Only Active Natrocarbonatite Volcano

About Ol Doinyo Lengai

Ol Doinyo Lengai — meaning "Mountain of God" in the Maasai language — is one of the most extraordinary and unique volcanoes on Earth. It is the world's only active volcano that erupts natrocarbonatite lava, a rare black lava that turns white upon contact with air and moisture. This gives the volcano's slopes an otherworldly, ash-like appearance.

Located in the Arusha region near Lake Natron, this sacred Maasai mountain rises to 2,962 metres. The trek to the summit is typically done at night to reach the crater rim at sunrise — one of the most dramatic and rewarding experiences in all of East Africa. Combined with a visit to flamingo-filled Lake Natron below, it makes for an unforgettable adventure.

⚠️ Important: This is an active volcano. All treks must be done with an experienced licensed guide from Gies Explorer. We provide full safety equipment and briefing.

Ruaha National Park

Tanzania's Largest Park — Wild, Remote & Unforgettable

About Ruaha National Park

Ruaha National Park is Tanzania's largest national park, covering over 20,000 km² of untamed wilderness in the heart of Tanzania. Remote, wild, and rarely crowded, it offers some of the most authentic and exclusive safari experiences in all of Africa. The Great Ruaha River is the lifeblood of the park — a magnet for wildlife during the dry season.

Ruaha is home to the largest elephant population in East Africa, along with exceptional concentrations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the rare African wild dog. Its remote southern location means far fewer visitors than the northern parks — giving you an intimate, exclusive encounter with Tanzania's wildest landscapes.

Serengeti National Park

The Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth

Ngorongoro Crater

The Eighth Wonder of the World

Zanzibar

Spice Island of the Indian Ocean

Tarangire National Park

Land of Giants and Ancient Baobabs

Mount Meru

Africa's Hidden Volcanic Giant

Lake Manyara

Where Lions Climb Trees

Arusha National Park

Tanzania's Most Accessible Wilderness

Mikumi National Park

Southern Tanzania's Gateway Park

The Serengeti is Tanzania's most iconic park, stretching over 14,763 sq km of endless savanna. Home to the world-famous Great Migration — over 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebra moving in a relentless cycle of life and death. Beyond the migration, the Serengeti hosts the highest density of lion prides in Africa, alongside cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and over 500 bird species.

Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, home to an estimated 25,000 large animals living in a natural enclosure. The crater floor supports an extraordinarily dense concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and flamingos around Lake Magadi.

Zanzibar is a tropical archipelago off the coast of Tanzania, renowned for its turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and rich Swahili culture. Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, weaves together African, Arab, Indian, and European influences. Dive in crystal-clear coral reefs, swim with dolphins, or explore spice plantations that gave the island its name.

Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds — the largest concentration in Tanzania outside Selous. Ancient baobab trees dot the landscape, some thousands of years old, creating a dramatic backdrop for game viewing. The Tarangire River attracts abundant wildlife during the dry season, making for spectacular sightings of lions, leopards, wild dogs, and over 550 bird species.

Mount Meru, Tanzania's second highest peak at 4,566m, offers one of Africa's most spectacular and underrated climbs. Rising from Arusha National Park, the trail winds through rainforest, moorland, and alpine desert. The dramatic crater rim provides stunning views of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding plains. Wildlife including giraffe, buffalo, and colobus monkeys accompany you on the lower slopes.

Lake Manyara is a compact yet remarkably diverse park, packed into a narrow strip between the Rift Valley escarpment and the soda lake. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, huge hippo pools, and vast flocks of flamingos that paint the lake pink. The groundwater forest at the park entrance harbors blue monkeys, baboons, and hundreds of bird species.

Arusha National Park is a hidden gem just 25km from Arusha city, yet packed with extraordinary scenery and wildlife. The park encompasses Mount Meru, the Momella Lakes (famous for flamingos), and the Ngurdoto Crater — a miniature Ngorongoro. It's the only park in Tanzania where walking safaris are permitted, and is one of the best places to spot giraffe, buffalo, zebra, and colobus monkeys.

Mikumi National Park is often called "the Serengeti of the South" for its open floodplains and abundant wildlife. Easily accessed from Dar es Salaam, it's one of Tanzania's most visited parks. The Mkata floodplain supports impressive populations of lion, elephant, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, and wild dog. Mikumi serves as an ideal introduction to Tanzania's southern circuit.