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The 15 Best Private Tours in Tanzania

311 tours  ·  from $20

Private here usually means your own vehicle and a guide who is not shared, which changes a safari more than the lodge does. These 15 are priced per person at a stated group size, so you can see what going private actually adds.

Stone town Private walking tour - The old slave market and Anglican Cathedral
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Stone Town Private Walking Tour

1.Stone Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · from $26Our pick

Explore Stone Town for about two hours with a private guide such as Mohammed, Imran, or Ally. Walk through narrow streets to the Old Fort, former slave market, markets, museums, cathedrals, carved doors, and Freddie Mercury’s former home. Hotel pickup is available in Stone Town, and the guide can suggest places to eat and visit.

“I wrote to the operator via Viator to ask to reschedule the date by 1 day. I got no reply and consequently missed the tour”

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Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide - Meeting in Stone Town and setting the pace
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Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

2.3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 301 reviews · 3 hours · from $24

Walk Stone Town with a private guide such as Khameez, Mau, or Kassim, learning about Swahili culture, Zanzibar’s slave trade, sultans, architecture, and Freddie Mercury. You’ll visit markets, historic landmarks, and narrow lanes, with time for photos and shopping. Water is included, while museum and slave market admission cost extra.

“Mau was excellent, he's so knowledgeable and he clearly loves what he does. It happened that I was alone in the walking tour although I booked it as a group activity. Mau took me to all the interesting spots of Stone Town and took his time to explain everything to me, while giving me plenty of time to take pictures, visit the Freddie Mercury museum, and was patient with me when I stopped for a couple of souvenirs 🙂. I couldn't recommend him enough!”

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Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges - Day 2: Tarangire’s river and elephant country
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Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges

3.Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $2,685

You’ll travel by private safari vehicle with a professional guide through four of northern Tanzania’s top wildlife areas. Expect elephant country in Tarangire, two game-drive days in the Serengeti, a crater descent, and Lake Manyara’s birdlife and forest. Guides such as Macha, Mecky, Gilbert, and Goodluck have led this route.

“Trip was amazing! Macha, our guide, made the trip. We would pass all the other safari cars watching an animal 300 ft away and he would take us to remote areas and get within 10-50 ft with no one else around. He knows what he’s doing. Accommodations all exceeded expectations as well.”

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Full-Day Private Stone Town Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour - Prison Island and the boat to Changuu
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Full-Day Private Stone Town +Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour

4.Full-Day Private Stone Town +Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · from $100

Spend about eight hours with a private guide exploring Stone Town, Prison Island, and a countryside spice farm. You’ll ride a boat with snorkeling gear, meet giant tortoises, taste tropical fruit, and learn how cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, and cardamom grow. Guides such as Amina, Ibrahim, and Amira have earned strong praise, though service can vary.

“Our tour guide Ibrahim had no interest in providing tour services. I asked him how long he's been a guide and if he likes giving tours. He said he didn't enjoy providing tours and that this job was only temporary. Such a disappointment. He merRead more”

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5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and ancient baobabs
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5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania

5.5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews

You’ll join a private five-day safari from Arusha with hotel pickup, meals, a guide, camping in Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and a lodge stay. The route covers four major parks, with chances to see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, flamingos, and black rhinos. Guide Praise is especially praised for his animal-spotting skills.

“Where do you start My guide Praise was the animal whisperer, they came We saw everything I've been home in UK now for a week and I'm still struggling to express how amazing this trip was Please trust this company, My jaw is still so dropped I can't Express The food was amazing I saw a black rhino 🦏 Lions feeding Leopard Cheetah Baby elephant Everything Just everything You must go ❤️❤️❤️”

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5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha - Day 3: a full Serengeti search for big cats
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5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha

6.5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · from $2,780

Travel privately from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro on a five-day wildlife circuit. Expect full-day game drives, hot picnic lunches, included park fees, and a guide assigned to your group. Guides such as Laban, Daudi, Andrew, Calvin, and William have earned especially strong praise for wildlife spotting and calm driving.

“We had the most incredible 5-day safari and were lucky to have Laban as our guide – he was actually nominated as best guide last year, and I couldn’t agree more!”

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6 Days Private Budget Safari - Day 2: The rough road to the Serengeti
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6 Days Private Budget Safari

7.6 Days Private Budget Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · from $2,300

Travel privately from Arusha through four of Tanzania’s best wildlife areas. Expect elephant herds and baobabs in Tarangire, sunset at Seronera, sunrise drives in the Serengeti, a Ngorongoro Crater descent, and flamingos at Lake Manyara. Guides associated with the operator include Bashir, Andrew, Edward, Francis, and Zefa.

“An amazing experience like no other. Each day was a visual overload. The people, the scenery, the food and lodging, and of course the wildlife were all far beyond my expectations.”

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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs
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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

8.5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 160 reviews · from $3,600

This five-day private safari from Arusha visits Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro with a private 4x4, guide, lodging, and full-board meals. Guides such as Elias, Ezekiel, Mandela, Amiri, and Freddie are praised for sharp animal spotting, safe driving, and clear explanations. Airport transfers are included, but confirm the exact pickup plan before arrival.

“We had a great safari with very nice guide. His name is Frank. We saw a lot of animals and all big five. We will never forget and recommend it. The organization from Team (Simba Ezekiel, Twalbu Mr T., Jerry, Halima etc.) was perfect organized.”

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Prison Island: Private Half-Day Tour - Prison buildings, chapel, and difficult history
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Prison Island: Private Half-Day Tour

9.Prison Island: Private Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 132 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Take a private 3-hour boat trip from Stone Town to Prison Island with a guide such as Mohammed, Musa, or Babu Tours’ other multilingual guides. Walk through the island’s prison and chapel buildings, meet giant tortoises, then swim or snorkel in clear water. Boarding involves walking through shallow water, so sandals and easy movement matter.

“Overall, we had a great experience. We communicated with the company via WhatsApp and they were very responsive and helpful. Transportation was arranged for us through our booking. We reached out to Babu Tours and Safaris the day before via WhatsApp and exchanged information regarding our hotel, time of pick up, etc. Mohammed was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable, kind, patient and took a lot of pride in sharing the history and culture with us. I asked many questions and he answered me with enthusiasm every time! Unfortunately, the weather was not great, but Mohammed did not let that dampen his spirit or ours! Very important to note:…”

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Stone Town: Stone Town and Prison Island Private Day Trip - Walking through Stone Town’s narrow lanes
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Stone Town: Stone Town and Prison Island Private Day Trip

10.Stone Town and Prison Island Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 6 hours · from $90

Spend six hours with a small group exploring Stone Town’s markets, Arab Fort, slave market, curved doors, and Freddie Mercury’s former home, then boat to Prison Island. Guides such as Haji, Hamdu, and Hassan add strong local context. Swimming is possible, but weather can change the beach portion.

“Our guide was excellent he paced the tour well, tailoring it to our physical limitations and interests, highly recommended.”

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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef - A calm finish at the Mnemba sandbank
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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

11.Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 104 reviews · from $104

This three-hour private trip from Zanzibar combines dolphin spotting, snorkeling at Mnemba Island Reef, and a calm sandbank swim. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, boat transport, equipment, water, and fruit are included. Guides such as Ahmed and Msomali are praised for patience and personal attention, though timing and communication can vary.

“Excellent experience. Traveled with my mom who has some difficulty swimming. Ahmed and his staff were happy to help her snorkel and ensured we both enjoyed the beautiful underwater sea-life!”

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Stone Town's Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at the Old Fort by Forodhani Gardens
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Stone Town’s Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour

12.Stone Town’s Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 94 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $30

Walk Stone Town with guides such as Abdalla, Cosmo, Amina, or Issa, following narrow lanes through markets, old baths, cathedrals, and landmark buildings. Your guide can shape the route around history, architecture, food, or shopping. Book the 4:30 pm start for sunset and the night market.

“Issa was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and happy to tailor the itinerary to our interests. He was keen to chat and understand more about us and life in other parts of the world too. Great options and a really enjoyable morning. Would recommend you go as early as you can as it gets HOT!”

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3 Days Private Safari - manyara, Ngorongoro & Tarangire - Day 1: Lake Manyara below the Rift Valley
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3 Days Private Safari – manyara, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

13.3 Days Private Safari – manyara, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $1,000

Start in Arusha at 7:30 a.m. with a private guide and driver, then visit Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire. Expect game drives, lodge accommodation, meals, and a tightly planned route. Guides such as Gerson, Miraj, Joseph, and Maliaki have led this safari, though your assigned guide may differ.

“From the first conversation with Matt for the trip planning to the last animal sighting with our guide Gerson, Rupia Adventure made this trip, "The Trip of a Lifetime". The game drives, Bush camps, Lodges, cultural tours and knowledge of Read more”

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Zanzibar:Stone Town & Spice Farm Private Tour Lunch Included - The journey from your hotel to the spice farm
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Zanzibar:Stone Town & Spice Farm Private Tour Lunch Included

14.Stone Town & Spice Farm Private Tour Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 94 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $46

You’ll visit a Zanzibar spice farm, taste tropical fruit, and enjoy a Swahili lunch before exploring Stone Town’s Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, City Market, Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, and the Old Slave Market. Private guides speak several languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Swahili.

“Un grand merci à Kassim pour Stone Town, sa patience, son érudition et son très bon français !”

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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania - Day 2: The long road to Serengeti
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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

15.5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $2,300

Spend five days on a private camping safari from Arusha with a guide and 4x4 vehicle, visiting Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect long game drives, picnic lunches, four nights of camping, and chances to see elephants, lions, hippos, zebra, wildebeest, and more. Guides named in guest feedback include Rocky, Mandela, Gordon, Fredy, and Golden.

“We took a 5 day shared tent safari and went to Tangariro first, then Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It was the perfect order with the crater as biggest highlight. It was an amazing experience, we saw 4 out of Big Five. Food was amaRead more”

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