Notes from the field.
Guides, route comparisons, packing lists and seasonal advice, written by the planners and guides who live this work.
Packing & gear · 16 min
What to Pack for a Tanzania Safari: The Complete Packing Pillar
Soft bag, 15kg, layers in neutral colours, and far less than you think. The full list, including bush-flight weight limits and what our guests always forget.
Costs & budgeting · 10 min
Tanzania Safari Tipping Guide: What to Give, and to Whom
The numbers we actually give guests: USD 25 to 40 a day for your guide from the group, USD 10 to 20 a day for camp staff, and how to handle Kilimanjaro crews.
How to plan · 10 min
Can You Self-Drive the Serengeti?
Self-driving Tanzania is legal and occasionally a great idea. For most travellers it costs about the same as a guided trip and delivers far fewer sightings.
Wildlife · 12 min
What Animals Will You See on a Tanzania Safari?
Honest sighting probabilities for a 7-day Northern Circuit safari, park by park, plus where our guides actually find each species.
How to plan · 9 min
Is a 3-Day Safari Long Enough in Tanzania?
Yes, a 3-day safari is worth doing - but only if you pick the right two parks. Here is what fits in three days and what does not.
When to go · 10 min
Tanzania in December: Weather, Wildlife and Prices
December splits in two. The first three weeks are green, quiet and good value; from around the 20th the circuit fills and festive rates apply.
How to plan · 12 min
Is Tanzania Safe for Safari? An Honest Answer From Arusha
Tanzania is one of the safer places we could send you, and the risks are not the ones people expect. Here is what actually goes wrong, and how we manage it.
How to plan · 12 min
Tanzania vs Kenya Safari: Which Should You Choose?
Two great safari countries, different strengths. Tanzania wins on scale and variety; Kenya wins on short trips and conservancies. Here is the detail.
Parks & destinations · 12 min
Where Should You Go on Safari in Tanzania?
Tanzania's Northern Circuit is seven destinations within a day's drive of each other. Here is what each one is genuinely for.
How to plan · 12 min
Where to Stay on Safari in Tanzania: Lodges, Camps and Campsites
Four accommodation types, one decision. Here is what a public campsite, a mobile camp, a tented lodge and a luxury lodge each feel like, and where we place guests.
Packing & gear · 10 min
What to Wear on a Tanzania Safari
Neutral colours, three light layers and one warm one. Here is exactly what our guests wear on a game drive, and the mistakes we see at the airport every week.
How to plan · 10 min
Which Airport Should You Fly Into for a Tanzania Safari?
For a Northern Circuit safari, fly into Kilimanjaro International (JRO). Here is when Dar, Arusha or Zanzibar makes more sense, and what each costs you in time.
How to plan · 13 min
How to Choose a Tanzania Safari Company
Most safari websites are resellers. Here is how to check who actually owns the vehicle you will sit in, and the eleven questions we would ask if we were booking.
When to go · 11 min
Tanzania Weather Month by Month
Tanzania has two rainy seasons and enormous altitude differences. Here is what each month actually feels like in the parks, not at the coast.
How to plan · 12 min
How to Plan a Serengeti Migration Safari
Planning a migration trip is four decisions in the right order: month, sector, nights, camp. Get them out of order and you book the wrong trip.
Costs & budgeting · 11 min
How Much Does a Serengeti Safari Cost in 2026?
A Serengeti safari runs about USD 400 to USD 1,200 per person per day in 2026. Here is the line-by-line breakdown, including the fees most quotes bury.
Parks & destinations · 12 min
Where to Go in the Serengeti: A Sector-by-Sector Guide
The Serengeti is five different parks wearing one name. Pick the wrong sector for your month and you will drive past the migration by four hours.
Parks & destinations · 11 min
How Many Days Do You Need in the Serengeti?
Three nights is the honest minimum for the Serengeti, and five is where it stops feeling rushed. Here is what each night actually buys you.
How to plan · 12 min
How Many Days Do You Need for a Tanzania Safari?
Seven days is the sweet spot for a first Tanzania safari. Here is what three, five, seven and ten days each realistically give you, from the people who drive those routes.
Parks & destinations · 12 min
Serengeti vs Masai Mara: An Honest Comparison
Same ecosystem, same herds, two very different experiences. We are a Tanzanian company, so here is the comparison with the bias declared up front.
How to plan · 11 min
Tanzania Visa and Entry Requirements: What You Actually Need
Most nationalities need a visa, most can get it online in under 20 minutes, and almost nobody needs a yellow fever certificate. Here is the accurate version.
Parks & destinations · 12 min
Serengeti vs Ngorongoro: Which One Should You Visit?
They are not competitors, they are complements. But if you genuinely have to choose one, here is how we advise guests.
Costs & budgeting · 14 min
Tanzania Safari Cost: The Complete 2026 Pricing Guide
A Tanzania safari costs roughly USD 250 to USD 1,500 per person per day. Here is exactly what sits inside that range, written by the Arusha team that quotes it every day.
When to go · 14 min
The Great Migration Month by Month: Where the Herds Are in 2026
The migration is a continuous clockwise loop, not an event. Here is where the herds sit in each month, and what that means for where you sleep.
When to go · 15 min
Best Time to Visit Tanzania for Safari: A Month-by-Month Guide
There is no single best month. There is a best month for what you want to see, what you want to pay and how much company you want at the sighting.
Kilimanjaro · 8 min
Choosing your Kilimanjaro route
Six trails, six personalities. Here's how to find yours.
Safari · 6 min
Going on safari with children
What we've learned from 12 years of family departures.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Honeymoon Packing List
Practical, locally-written guide to honeymoon packing list.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Renewal of Vows in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to renewal of vows in tanzania.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Tanzania Anniversary Trips
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania anniversary trips.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Best Zanzibar Resorts for Couples
Practical, locally-written guide to best zanzibar resorts for couples.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Honeymoon Photography
Practical, locally-written guide to honeymoon photography.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Practical, locally-written guide to hot air balloon safaris.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Private Dining in the Bush
Practical, locally-written guide to private dining in the bush.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Honeymoon Travel Insurance
Practical, locally-written guide to honeymoon travel insurance.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Bush and Beach Honeymoons
Practical, locally-written guide to bush and beach honeymoons.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Romantic Lodges in the Serengeti
Practical, locally-written guide to romantic lodges in the serengeti.
Family safaris · 6 min
Family Safari Packing List
Practical, locally-written guide to family safari packing list.
Family safaris · 6 min
Educational Safari Activities
Practical, locally-written guide to educational safari activities.
Family safaris · 6 min
Health and Safety with Kids
Practical, locally-written guide to health and safety with kids.
Family safaris · 6 min
Family Zanzibar Add-Ons
Practical, locally-written guide to family zanzibar add-ons.
Family safaris · 6 min
Keeping Kids Engaged on Game Drives
Practical, locally-written guide to keeping kids engaged on game drives.
Family safaris · 6 min
Multi-Gen Safari Tips
Practical, locally-written guide to multi-gen safari tips.
Family safaris · 6 min
Safari with Teenagers
Practical, locally-written guide to safari with teenagers.
Family safaris · 6 min
Safari with Toddlers
Practical, locally-written guide to safari with toddlers.
Family safaris · 6 min
Family-Friendly Lodges Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to family-friendly lodges tanzania.
Family safaris · 6 min
Best Age for Kids on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to best age for kids on safari.
How to plan · 6 min
Responsible Cultural Tourism
Practical, locally-written guide to responsible cultural tourism.
How to plan · 6 min
Religion and Customs in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to religion and customs in tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
Mto wa Mbu Village Tour
Practical, locally-written guide to mto wa mbu village tour.
How to plan · 6 min
Lake Eyasi Cultural Visits
Practical, locally-written guide to lake eyasi cultural visits.
How to plan · 6 min
Materuni Waterfalls Day Trip
Practical, locally-written guide to materuni waterfalls day trip.
How to plan · 6 min
Coffee Farms of the Highlands
Practical, locally-written guide to coffee farms of the highlands.
How to plan · 6 min
Tinga Tinga Art
Practical, locally-written guide to tinga tinga art.
How to plan · 6 min
Music and Dance in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to music and dance in tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
Swahili Phrases for Travellers
Practical, locally-written guide to swahili phrases for travellers.
How to plan · 6 min
Tanzanian Food and Cuisine
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzanian food and cuisine.
How to plan · 6 min
Swahili Culture on the Coast
Practical, locally-written guide to swahili culture on the coast.
How to plan · 6 min
Iraqw People of Karatu
Practical, locally-written guide to iraqw people of karatu.
How to plan · 6 min
Datoga Blacksmiths
Practical, locally-written guide to datoga blacksmiths.
How to plan · 6 min
Hadzabe Hunter-Gatherers
Practical, locally-written guide to hadzabe hunter-gatherers.
How to plan · 6 min
Maasai Culture - Respectful Visits
Practical, locally-written guide to maasai culture - respectful visits.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kilimanjaro Packing List
Practical, locally-written guide to kilimanjaro packing list.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro
Practical, locally-written guide to best time to climb kilimanjaro.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kilimanjaro Tipping Guide
Practical, locally-written guide to kilimanjaro tipping guide.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Porter Welfare on Kilimanjaro
Practical, locally-written guide to porter welfare on Kilimanjaro.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kilimanjaro Costs Breakdown
Practical, locally-written guide to kilimanjaro costs breakdown.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kilimanjaro Summit Night
Practical, locally-written guide to kilimanjaro summit night.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro
Practical, locally-written guide to altitude sickness on kilimanjaro.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kilimanjaro Training Plan
Practical, locally-written guide to kilimanjaro training plan.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Umbwe Route - Steepest
Practical, locally-written guide to umbwe route - steepest.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Northern Circuit Route
Practical, locally-written guide to northern circuit route.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Rongai Route - Quiet Side
Practical, locally-written guide to rongai route - quiet side.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Marangu Route Explained
Practical, locally-written guide to marangu route explained.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Machame vs Lemosho Route
Practical, locally-written guide to machame vs lemosho route.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Kilimanjaro Route
Practical, locally-written guide to best kilimanjaro route.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
How Hard is Kilimanjaro?
Practical, locally-written guide to how hard is kilimanjaro?.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Zanzibar Safety Tips
Practical, locally-written guide to zanzibar safety tips.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Dolphin Tours in Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to dolphin tours in zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Zanzibar with Kids
Practical, locally-written guide to zanzibar with kids.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Pemba Island vs Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to pemba island vs zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Zanzibar Cuisine Guide
Practical, locally-written guide to zanzibar cuisine guide.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Jozani Forest and Red Colobus
Practical, locally-written guide to jozani forest and red colobus.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Prison Island Tour
Practical, locally-written guide to prison island tour.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Things to Do in Stone Town
Practical, locally-written guide to things to do in stone town.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Zanzibar Weather Month by Month
Practical, locally-written guide to zanzibar weather month by month.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Getting from Safari to Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to getting from safari to zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Family-Friendly Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to family-friendly zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Zanzibar Honeymoon Hotels
Practical, locally-written guide to zanzibar honeymoon hotels.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Resorts in Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to best resorts in zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Snorkeling and Diving Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to snorkeling and diving zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Spice Tours in Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to spice tours in zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Mnemba Island Day Trip
Practical, locally-written guide to mnemba island day trip.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
East Coast Zanzibar Guide
Practical, locally-written guide to east coast zanzibar guide.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Nungwi vs Kendwa
Practical, locally-written guide to nungwi vs kendwa.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Stone Town Walking Tour
Practical, locally-written guide to stone town walking tour.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Beaches in Zanzibar
Practical, locally-written guide to best beaches in zanzibar.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Conservation in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to conservation in tanzania.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Park-by-Park Entry Fees 2025
Practical, locally-written guide to park-by-park entry fees 2025.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Inside-Park vs Outside-Park Lodges
Practical, locally-written guide to inside-park vs outside-park lodges.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Mobile vs Permanent Camps
Practical, locally-written guide to mobile vs permanent camps.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Lodges in Lake Manyara
Practical, locally-written guide to best lodges in lake manyara.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Lodges in Tarangire
Practical, locally-written guide to best lodges in tarangire.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Best Lodges in Ngorongoro
Practical, locally-written guide to best lodges in ngorongoro.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Mkomazi National Park
Practical, locally-written guide to mkomazi national park.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Arusha National Park Day Trip
Practical, locally-written guide to arusha national park day trip.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Lake Manyara Wildlife
Practical, locally-written guide to lake manyara wildlife.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Silale Swamp in Tarangire
Practical, locally-written guide to silale swamp in tarangire.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Tarangire's Baobab Forests
Practical, locally-written guide to tarangire's baobab forests.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Ngorongoro Highlands Walks
Practical, locally-written guide to ngorongoro highlands walks.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Drive
Practical, locally-written guide to ngorongoro crater floor drive.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Kogatende and the Mara River
Practical, locally-written guide to kogatende and the mara river.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Western Corridor and Grumeti
Practical, locally-written guide to western corridor and grumeti.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Ndutu Calving Plains
Practical, locally-written guide to ndutu calving plains.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Central Serengeti - Seronera
Practical, locally-written guide to central serengeti - seronera.
Parks & destinations · 6 min
Northern vs Southern Serengeti
Practical, locally-written guide to northern vs southern serengeti.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Laundry on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to laundry on safari.
Packing & gear · 6 min
What Not to Pack
Practical, locally-written guide to what not to pack.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Packing for Kilimanjaro
Practical, locally-written guide to packing for kilimanjaro.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Eco-Friendly Packing
Practical, locally-written guide to eco-friendly packing.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Luggage Restrictions
Practical, locally-written guide to luggage restrictions.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Travel Documents Checklist
Practical, locally-written guide to travel documents checklist.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Medications to Bring
Practical, locally-written guide to medications to bring.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Electronics and Charging
Practical, locally-written guide to electronics and charging.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Packing for Bush and Beach
Practical, locally-written guide to packing for bush and beach.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Footwear for Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to footwear for safari.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Sun Protection on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to sun protection on safari.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Binoculars for Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to binoculars for safari.
Packing & gear · 6 min
Best Camera Gear for Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to best camera gear for safari.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Why Tanzania Costs More Than Kenya
Practical, locally-written guide to why tanzania costs more than kenya.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Tour Operator Margins Explained
Practical, locally-written guide to tour operator margins explained.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Solo Safari Single Supplements
Practical, locally-written guide to solo safari single supplements.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Honeymoon Safari Costs
Practical, locally-written guide to honeymoon safari costs.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Family Safari Costs
Practical, locally-written guide to family safari costs.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Safari Costs by Month
Practical, locally-written guide to safari costs by month.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Luxury Safari - What You Get
Practical, locally-written guide to luxury safari - what you get.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Budget Safari Reality Check
Practical, locally-written guide to budget safari reality check.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
How to Save on a Tanzania Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to how to save on a tanzania safari.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Hidden Costs on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to hidden costs on safari.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Park Fees Explained
Practical, locally-written guide to park fees explained.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Cost of a 10-Day Tanzania Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to cost of a 10-day tanzania safari.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Cost of a 7-Day Tanzania Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to cost of a 7-day tanzania safari.
Costs & budgeting · 6 min
Cost of a 5-Day Tanzania Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to cost of a 5-day tanzania safari.
Wildlife · 6 min
Endangered Species Conservation
Practical, locally-written guide to endangered species conservation.
Wildlife · 6 min
Reptiles of Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to reptiles of tanzania.
Wildlife · 6 min
Primate Watching in Manyara
Practical, locally-written guide to primate watching in manyara.
Wildlife · 6 min
Snake Encounters on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to snake encounters on safari.
Wildlife · 6 min
Insects and Less Charismatic Wildlife
Practical, locally-written guide to insects and less charismatic wildlife.
Wildlife · 6 min
Birding the Northern Circuit
Practical, locally-written guide to birding the northern circuit.
Wildlife · 6 min
Night Drives and Nocturnal Wildlife
Practical, locally-written guide to night drives and nocturnal wildlife.
Wildlife · 6 min
Predator-Prey Dynamics
Practical, locally-written guide to predator-prey dynamics.
Wildlife · 6 min
Tree-Climbing Lions Explained
Practical, locally-written guide to tree-climbing lions explained.
Wildlife · 6 min
Endemic Species of Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to endemic species of tanzania.
Wildlife · 6 min
Big Cat Photography Tips
Practical, locally-written guide to big cat photography tips.
Wildlife · 6 min
Vultures and Scavengers
Practical, locally-written guide to vultures and scavengers.
Wildlife · 6 min
Flamingos of Lake Manyara
Practical, locally-written guide to flamingos of lake manyara.
Wildlife · 6 min
Birds of the Serengeti
Practical, locally-written guide to birds of the serengeti.
Wildlife · 6 min
Crocodiles of the Grumeti
Practical, locally-written guide to crocodiles of the grumeti.
Wildlife · 6 min
Hippos of the Mara River
Practical, locally-written guide to hippos of the mara river.
Wildlife · 6 min
Giraffes - Tanzania's National Animal
Practical, locally-written guide to giraffes - tanzania's national animal.
Wildlife · 6 min
Spotted Hyena Clans
Practical, locally-written guide to spotted hyena clans.
Wildlife · 6 min
Wild Dogs - Where to Find Them
Practical, locally-written guide to wild dogs - where to find them.
Wildlife · 6 min
Cape Buffalo Behaviour
Practical, locally-written guide to cape buffalo behaviour.
Wildlife · 6 min
Black Rhino in Ngorongoro
Practical, locally-written guide to black rhino in ngorongoro.
Wildlife · 6 min
African Elephants in Tarangire
Practical, locally-written guide to african elephants in tarangire.
Wildlife · 6 min
Cheetahs of the Plains
Practical, locally-written guide to cheetahs of the plains.
Wildlife · 6 min
Leopards - Where to Find Them
Practical, locally-written guide to leopards - where to find them.
Wildlife · 6 min
Lions of the Serengeti
Practical, locally-written guide to lions of the serengeti.
How to plan · 6 min
First-Time Safari Anxiety
Practical, locally-written guide to first-time safari anxiety.
How to plan · 6 min
On-Safari Daily Routine
Practical, locally-written guide to on-safari daily routine.
How to plan · 6 min
Pre-Trip Briefing Checklist
Practical, locally-written guide to pre-trip briefing checklist.
How to plan · 6 min
Group Sizes That Work
Practical, locally-written guide to group sizes that work.
How to plan · 6 min
Solo Travel in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to solo travel in tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
Tanzania and Zanzibar Combined
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania and zanzibar combined.
How to plan · 6 min
Combining Tanzania and Kenya
Practical, locally-written guide to combining tanzania and kenya.
How to plan · 6 min
Driving Distances in Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to driving distances in tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
Internal Flights on Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to internal flights on safari.
How to plan · 6 min
Currency, Money and Tipping
Practical, locally-written guide to currency, money and tipping.
How to plan · 6 min
Vaccinations for Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to vaccinations for tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
Tanzania eVisa Step-by-Step
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania evisa step-by-step.
How to plan · 6 min
Travel Insurance for Tanzania
Practical, locally-written guide to travel insurance for tanzania.
How to plan · 6 min
How to Avoid Safari Scams
Practical, locally-written guide to how to avoid safari scams.
How to plan · 6 min
Mid-Range vs Luxury Safaris
Practical, locally-written guide to mid-range vs luxury safaris.
How to plan · 6 min
How Far in Advance to Book
Practical, locally-written guide to how far in advance to book.
How to plan · 6 min
How to Plan a Tanzania Safari
Practical, locally-written guide to how to plan a tanzania safari.
When to go · 6 min
Shoulder Season Safaris
Practical, locally-written guide to shoulder season safaris.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in November - Short Rains
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in november - short rains.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in October - Last Peak Month
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in october - last peak month.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in September - Best Game Viewing
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in september - best game viewing.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in August - Mara Crossings
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in august - mara crossings.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in July - Peak Migration
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in july - peak migration.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in June - Dry Season Begins
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in june - dry season begins.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in May - Quiet Parks
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in may - quiet parks.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in April - Long Rains
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in april - long rains.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in March - Green Season Begins
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in march - green season begins.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in February - Calving Season
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in february - calving season.
When to go · 6 min
Tanzania in January - What to Expect
Practical, locally-written guide to tanzania in january - what to expect.
When to go · 6 min
Rainy Season Safaris - Worth It?
Practical, locally-written guide to rainy season safaris - worth it?.
When to go · 6 min
Best Time for Zanzibar Beach Holidays
Practical, locally-written guide to best time for zanzibar beach holidays.
When to go · 6 min
Best Time to Visit Tarangire
Practical, locally-written guide to best time to visit tarangire.
When to go · 6 min
Best Time to Visit Ngorongoro Crater
Practical, locally-written guide to best time to visit ngorongoro crater.
When to go · 6 min
Best Time to See the Great Migration
Practical, locally-written guide to best time to see the great migration.
When to go · 6 min
Best Time to Visit the Serengeti
Practical, locally-written guide to best time to visit the serengeti.
Parks & destinations · 8 min
Best Lodges in the Serengeti - Mid-Range and Luxury
Our shortlist of Serengeti lodges and camps we book repeatedly - by region, by budget, and by what each one actually does well.
How to plan · 5 min
Malaria on a Tanzania Safari - What You Actually Need to Know
Malaria is the most-Googled health question about Tanzania. Here's the practical version of what you actually need to know.
Zanzibar · 6 min
A Zanzibar honeymoon, planned slowly
Two nights in Stone Town, then five barefoot days. The shape that works.
How to plan · 5 min
Kilimanjaro Climb + Safari - Which to Do First?
Climbing Kilimanjaro and doing a safari on the same trip? Here's how to sequence it for the best experience.
Wildlife · 6 min
The Big Five in Tanzania - Where to See Each One
The Big Five is alive and well in Tanzania - here's where to see each species and how to plan a trip that gets all five.
How to plan · 5 min
Private vs Group Safari - Which is Right for You?
Private safari or group tour? The right answer depends on three questions - and isn't always what you'd expect.
Honeymoons · 6 min
Zanzibar - Which Coast Should You Stay On?
Zanzibar has four very different coasts. Picking the wrong one is the single most common honeymoon mistake we see.
Honeymoons · 7 min
Tanzania Honeymoon Itinerary Ideas - Bush, Beach, Bliss
Sample Tanzania honeymoon itineraries, romantic-camp shortlists and the practical decisions that make or break the trip.
Family safaris · 4 min
Tanzania Safari with Toddlers - Yes or No?
Every month a family asks if we'll take a 3-year-old on safari. Here's our honest answer - and what to do instead.
Family safaris · 8 min
Tanzania Safari with Kids - The Honest Family Planning Guide
Everything we tell families before they book - minimum ages, smart pacing, kid-friendly lodges and how to keep teenagers engaged.
Parks & destinations · 5 min
Tarangire vs Lake Manyara - Which Park is Worth Your Day?
Tarangire and Lake Manyara are the two warm-up parks on the northern circuit. If you can only do one, here's how to choose.
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