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The 15 Best National Park Safaris in Tanzania

149 tours  Â·  from $110

Park fees are a large share of any safari price and they are charged per day, per person, per vehicle. These 15 cover the northern circuit and the southern parks, with the fees noted where the operator includes them.

7 Days Tanganyika Wilderness Safari - Day 2: Tarangire’s elephants and quieter game viewing
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7 Days Tanganyika Wilderness Safari

1.7 Days Tanganyika Wilderness Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $2,929Our pick

Spend seven days on a private Tanzania safari from Arusha, traveling by 4x4 through Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. You will have a guide and driver, full-board accommodation, park fees, bottled water, snacks, binoculars, and airport transfers. Guides such as George, Laban, Juma, and Francis are known for strong tracking and steady driving.

“We enjoyed a fantastic 6-day safari led by our guide, George, exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti. We spotted the Big Five and countless other animals—an unforgettable and awe-inspiring experience! George impressed us Read more”

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3 Day Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater Camping Safari

2.3 Day Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · from $1,100

You spend three days exploring Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in a small group of up to six, with a 4x4, guide, cook, camping, meals, park fees, and airport transfers included. Guides such as Daniel, Emmanuel, James, and Peter are praised for sharp animal spotting and safe driving. Expect long drives, basic camps, and cold nights on the crater rim.

“Our guide Daniel Lyimo was knowledgeable and was able to answer questions about myriad animals. Fantastic experience.”

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Mikumi National Park Day Trip - Why the open grassland works so well for wildlife viewing
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Mikumi National Park Day Trip

3.Mikumi National Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $520

Leave your Zanzibar hotel at 5:00 AM, fly to Mikumi, and spend the day in a 4x4 jeep with a professional guide. The open grassland makes animal spotting easier, with possible sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and birds. Guides such as Patrick, Ali, and Alex have been praised for their wildlife knowledge and care.

“This trip was so amazing, we had the best day. Right from the moment we were picked up to the moment we were dropped off. The tour was seamlessly organised, the flights were easy and I even got to sit in the cockpit next to the pilot! Read more”

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MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK - 3 Days - Day one: the road from Dar es Salaam to the park
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MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK – 3 Days

4.Mikumi National Park – 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · from $725

Travel from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park for two nights, afternoon, sunrise, sunset, and full-day game drives. Expect giraffes, elephants, buffalo, birds, and possible lions, leopards, and wild dogs. Meals are included, dietary needs can be accommodated, and the private tour ends with return transport to the airport or ferry.

“N/A Complete dissatisfaction, 😥 disappointing . Called 24 hours before to confirm . Gave my cell number and confirmed my location to no available. Woke up early to get ready for 7am pick up, I called at 6:40 am since i did hear the day before Read more”

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2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park - Day two: the long safari day around Mkata and Chamgore
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2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park

5.2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $650

You leave Dar es Salaam at 6:30 am for a private 3-day Mikumi safari with game drives, local meals, and two nights near the park. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, zebras, and wildebeests around Mkata, Chamgore, and the flood plains. Guides may include Benson, Method, Shani, Freddy, or Nassary.

“Nive expérience. We had the chance to see all animals. We had good guide keen to show us the good spots. Nice experience.”

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2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam - Day one: the long road to Mikumi and a sunset drive
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2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

6.2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $670

Leave Dar es Salaam at 5am for Mikumi National Park, then enjoy a sunset game drive, dinner, and an overnight stay inside the park. An early five-hour drive on day two gives you more time to look for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebra, hippos, and crocodiles. Guides including Patrick, Frederick, and Mariam are praised for their animal knowledge and calm driving.

“Amazing trip very recommended! In one day we saw all main animals in the park. Edward organized it in a very short notice and Patrick is very knowledgeable on the park and took us to the best routes. Thanks a lot guys!”

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From Zanzibar: Nyerere National Park Game Drive with Lunch - What the game drive can deliver
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From Zanzibar: Nyerere National Park Game Drive with Lunch

7.From Zanzibar: Nyerere National Park Game Drive with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 59 reviews · 1 day · from $550

Fly from Zanzibar to Mtemere airstrip, then spend about eight hours in Nyerere National Park with an English-speaking guide. Look for elephants, lions, hippos, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, wild dogs, and rhinos. Your package includes hotel transfers, flights, park fees, a picnic lunch, water, and two beers. Helman is one guide praised for going the extra mile.

“The guides were friendly, professional and knowledgeable. They made sure that we had as many close encounters with the animals for a good experience and great photos/videos. Lunch was delicious and served well.”

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Arusha National Park Private Safari

8.Arusha National Park Private Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $274

You’ll leave your Arusha hotel with a private guide and 4x4 safari vehicle for a 5 to 9 hour visit to Arusha National Park. Expect game drives near Mount Meru, lakes, birdlife, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, monkeys, and flamingos. Lunch, water, park fees, and hotel transfers are included.

“Hidden Gem of Northern Tanzania: An Intimate Safari Experience ✨”

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2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam - Day one: road transfer, camp check-in, and sunset wildlife
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2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam

9.2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $902

This private Mikumi safari takes you from Dar es Salaam or Morogoro to Tanzania’s nearest major national park for sunset, full-day, and morning game drives. Guide Max is often named for his warm manner, animal spotting, and clear explanations. Expect long road transfers, camp accommodation, meals as specified at booking, and a return transfer toward Dar es Salaam.

“I recently went on a fantastic safari with Double G Safari in Mikumi National Park, Everything about the experience was amazing from beginning to end.”

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Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam - Morogoro lunch gives the road day a useful break
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Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam

10.Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $550

Leave Dar es Salaam at 4:00 AM for a private day trip to Mikumi National Park with Silas or Felix. After lunch in Morogoro, enjoy a 4 to 5-hour game drive for chances to see lions, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeests, impalas, and birds. Hotel, airport, and residence pickup and drop-off are included.

“I was unsure about how to spend a free day in Dar but I’m so glad I did this! Silas was an amazing guide who made sure I had the best experience possible. When a lion was spotted, Silas quickly drove us over to the spot for a great view and it is something I’ll never forget!”

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4 Day Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire and Serengeti National Park - Day 2: The long road to Serengeti
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4 Day Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire and Serengeti National Park

11.4 Day Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire and Serengeti National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $899

This four-day safari from Arusha visits Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in a small group of up to six. You camp in or near the parks, eat all meals, and travel with a safari guide such as John, David, or Godfrey. Expect long drives, basic facilities, excellent wildlife chances, and a strong chance of seeing the Big Five.

“I have good experience with kilipath safari during my 4days safari serengeti and ngorongoro with camping experience I recommend this company 100%”

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3 Days Selous (Nyerere National Park) - Day two: the full game drive that carries the safari
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3 Days Selous (Nyerere National Park)

12.3 Days Selous (Nyerere National Park)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $850

Spend three days and two nights in Nyerere National Park, formerly Selous, with Kihindo Tours and Safaris. Expect a private drive from Dar es Salaam, a Rufiji River boat safari, a full-day game drive, and a morning walking safari. Guides such as William, Idris, Abel, and Michael are frequently assigned to this route.

“We had amazing time at this Safari. We handled the booking with Winnie. She was really fast with answers and she was really polite.”

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6 days 5 nights safari Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks - Day 2: Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
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6 days 5 nights safari Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks

13.6 days 5 nights safari Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $2,560

Join a small-group safari of up to seven people from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect airport pickup, a professional guide, five lunches, early sunrise game drives, lodge and tented-camp stays, and a six-hour crater drive. Ask which guide and accommodation level are assigned before booking.

“We had a great time on this Safari, the organization was top, food was plenty and most importantly we saw many animals every day. Special thanks to Humphrey for always reacting quickly on questions and also short notice requests from our side, can't express how grateful we are.”

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1-Day Selous (Nyerere National Park) Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar - What the game drive feels like
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1-Day Selous (Nyerere National Park) Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar

14.1-Day Selous (Nyerere National Park) Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $550

Leave Zanzibar at sunrise and fly to Nyerere National Park for a guided game drive along bush tracks and the Rufiji River. You may see elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and wild dogs. Guides such as Musa, Benson, Felix, and Fidelis are part of the operator’s safari team. Lunch, water, flights, and park fees are included.

“An incredible experience. We spent one day on safari with our guides David and Gerald. Both were very nice, friendly and willingly answered many of our questions. There is no doubt that they both love their work and animals. They tried to let uRead more”

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3 Days Safari to Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania - Day 2: Morning wildlife and the story of human origins
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3 Days Safari to Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania

15.3 Days Safari to Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $1,200

Set out from Arusha in a private 4x4 with up to seven people for three days across Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Expect long drives, early starts, camping, picnic meals, and close wildlife viewing. Guides such as Albert, Bryson, Ismael, Joel, and Jordan have been praised for safe driving and sharp animal spotting.

“My friends and I had a fantastic experience on our safari. Overall we thought it was great value for money. We especially loved our food on the trip and our chef made sure we were well fed throughout the day. Our driver had 10+ years of experRead more”

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★ 5.01-Day Fly in Shared Safari to Mikumi National Park from ZanzibarFrom $59015 reviews
★ 4.0Day Trip Safari to Mikumi National ParkFrom $56011 reviews
★ 4.5Full Day Safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar with LunchFrom $3,0003 reviews
★ 5.0Full-Day Safari Tour from Mikumi National Park of ZanzibarFrom $5503 reviews
★ 5.0Flight Package Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park (Selous GR) 3 Days 2 NightsFrom $1,0858 reviews
★ 4.0Day Safari Tour to Mikumi National ParkFrom $48021 reviews
★ 5.0Mikumi National Park From Zanzibar Road Trip 3 Days 2 NightsFrom $9953 reviews
★ 4.5A Day Trip To Saadani National Park From Dar es salaam / ZanzibarFrom $6894 reviews
★ 5.0Day Trip to Selous (Nyerere) National Park Flying from ZanzibarFrom $2408 reviews
★ 4.53 Days Serengeti National Park from ZanzibarFrom $2,3953 reviews
★ 5.03 Days Mikumi National Park From Zanzibar or Dar es salaamFrom $8705 reviews
★ 5.02 Days Tour From Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park (Selous GR)From $1,0258 reviews
★ 4.52 Days Saadani National Park From ZanzibarFrom $8608 reviews
★ 4.51 Day Safari to Mikumi National park from Zanzibar by flightFrom $6107 reviews
★ 5.0Gombe National Park Chimpanzee TrekkingFrom $22012 reviews

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