Tanzania's National Parks: A Complete Overview

Tanzania has far more parks than the famous few. Here is an overview, region by region, of the places we plan trips to.

The Northern Circuit

Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Arusha National Park: Tanzania's best-known and most accessible parks.

The Mountains

Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, and Mount Meru, its quieter neighbor. Both are trekking destinations rather than game-viewing parks.

The Southern Circuit

Nyerere, Ruaha and Mikumi: rich wildlife, river safaris and far fewer visitors.

The Western Circuit

Burigi-Chato and Gombe Stream: Tanzania's most remote parks, with Gombe famous for its chimpanzees.

Islands and Culture

Zanzibar for beaches and history, and Lake Eyasi for time with the Hadzabe.

And More

Tanzania has other remarkable parks, such as Katavi, Saadani and Mahale. Ask us if you would like to include them in your trip.