Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most famous national parks.
With its trademark endless plains, [1] Serengeti National Park is undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world, unequalled for its natural beauty and scientific value, it has the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa.
[2] The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of Africa’s most famous sites and is said to have the highest density of wildlife in Africa. Often described as the “eighth wonder of the world”, the Crater has achieved world-renowned status, attracting an ever-increasing number of visitors each year.
Located well en route Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, [3] Lake Manyara National Park is worth a stop in its own right.
[4] The Selous Game Reserve, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 due to its wildlife diversity and undisturbed nature.
Above the gently rolling hills and plateaux of northern Tanzania rises the snowy peak of [5] Mt. Kilimanjaro, it’s slopes and glaciers shimmering above the rising clouds.
[6] Tarangire NP, famous for its high density of elephants and baobab trees. Home to more than 550 bird species, the park is a haven for bird enthusiasts.
[7] Ruaha national park is one of Tanzania birds’ paradise with more than 571 species and some of them are known to be migrants from within and outside Africa. Migrating species from Europe, Asia, Australian rim and Madagascar have been recorded in the park.
8] Mafia Island Marine Park provides a completely different kind of natural wonder, one most appreciated by the scuba divers and snorkelers who come here from all around the world to experience the coral gardens, colorful fish, and crystal clear waters.
[9] Mikumi National Park! Located between the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango range, Mikumi is the fourth largest national park in Tanzania and only a few hours’ drive from Tanzania’s largest city, Dar es Salaam.
For those who want to take a break and spend some time soaking up the sun, the beautiful beaches of [10] Zanzibar beckon.
All the above are just highlights of what Tanzania has in store for you. The list can go on and on but to keep it short, just know that Tanzania is waiting to be explored!