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Planning a safari in Tanzania is an exciting step toward one of Africa’s most rewarding travel experiences. With world-famous national parks, rich wildlife diversity, and exceptional safari lodges, Tanzania offers something for every kind of traveller—from first-time explorers to honeymooners seeking romance in the wild.
At Heart of Serengeti ATS, we specialize in designing thoughtfully planned safari journeys that combine comfort, authenticity, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. This guide is designed to help you understand how to plan a successful Tanzanian safari while discovering the best regions, camps, and experiences available.
Understanding Tanzania’s Safari Landscape
Tanzania is considered one of Africa’s premier safari destinations due to its vast protected areas and well-managed ecosystems. The country is home to iconic parks such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Selous National Park, each offering a distinct safari experience.
Choosing the right combination of destinations is the key to a balanced and fulfilling safari itinerary.
The Serengeti is synonymous with African safaris. Its endless plains, abundant wildlife, and legendary Great Migration make it a must-visit destination.
Popular accommodation options include:
Staying at the right Serengeti safari lodge ensures you’re close to prime game-viewing areas while enjoying high standards of service and guiding.
Ngorongoro is a unique destination where wildlife thrives within a dramatic volcanic crater. It offers one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa, making it perfect for short but rewarding game drives.
Recommended stays include:
This region pairs perfectly with the Serengeti, creating a well-rounded northern Tanzania safari circuit.
For travelers seeking exclusivity and fewer crowds, Selous National Park (now part of Nyerere National Park) offers a more remote safari experience. The area is known for boat safaris, walking safaris, and untouched landscapes.
A standout accommodation is Nyerere Tented Camp, which blends comfort with an authentic wilderness atmosphere—ideal for travelers wanting to explore Tanzania beyond the classic routes.
Accommodation plays a major role in your overall safari experience. Tanzania offers:
At Heart of Serengeti ATS, we carefully select camps and lodges based on location, service quality, and guiding standards—ensuring every stay adds value to your journey.
A honeymoon safari in Tanzania combines adventure with romance. Private game drives, candlelit bush dinners, and luxury tented camps create an unforgettable setting for couples.
Popular options for Tanzania honeymoon safaris include:
These journeys are designed to offer intimacy, comfort, and unforgettable shared moments.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination, but the ideal travel time depends on your interests:
Our team at Heart of Serengeti ATS helps travellers choose the perfect travel window based on wildlife interests, budget, and travel style.
Planning a safari involves many moving parts—park selection, accommodation, transfers, permits, and guiding quality. Working with a trusted safari specialist ensures a smooth, well-coordinated experience.
Heart of Serengeti ATS offers:
Our goal is to turn your Tanzanian safari into a journey that feels effortless, meaningful, and truly unforgettable.
A safari in Tanzania is more than a holiday—it’s an immersive experience that connects you with nature, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. With the right planning and expert guidance, your journey can be both enriching and seamless.
Let Heart of Serengeti ATS help you plan a safari that reflects your travel dreams—whether it’s a classic Serengeti adventure, a stay in authentic Tanzania bush camps, or a romantic honeymoon safari in the wild.
Whatever you’re dreaming of for your Tanzania adventure, our expert travel team is here to make it happen.
EXCELLENT Based on 14 reviews helenar0driguezm2025-09-19Verified Safari en Serengeti Great experience with our incredible guide Kennedy Mapima!He knows about geography, history, geology and of course tons about animals!!He drive us through the parks, show us the Big 5, except for the Rhino.Big Migration!! We did everything!Thank you Kenny!! Natalia R2025-09-03Verified Highly Recommend Great experience having Kennedy as our guide. He has great knowledge of the fauna of Tanzania and could not only answer every question we asked, but also proactively shared amazing facts throughout the whole trip. He's a great guide and also took great care of us when needed. We could understand each other perfectly thanks to his great manage of Spanih. Krissie2025-07-25Verified Unbelievable Memorable Experience Amazing experience with a group of friend and.family.All schedule as planned.Nice lodges,good prices,2.drivers of heart of serengeti were.assigned to us.First day in Tarangire with Abdul then from 2nd day to the last day Kenedy took over.Both drivers have knowledge of wildlife zoologyAnd speaks more than one language so you won't miss a thing to understand.In our safari they changed from English to French to swahili because our group had local family with friends from Europe.I told Kenedy I came to this safar because I Want to see this and.that and we ticked.all.I told him I won't leave without hot air Balloon Safari and he delivered.It was amazing experience and.my kids will have lots of memories and stories to tell after summer break Yves M2025-03-09Verified A wonderful safari in the heart of a very dense wildlife A wonderful journey into the heart of wildlife thanks to Kennedy, an exceptional guide who put all his energy into making us discover the big five. Bet successful! We were able to benefit from migration with the displacement of thousands of zebras and wildebeest.Fabulous landscapes, an emotional encounter with the local population and more specifically with the Maasai. A unique experience. We recommend everyone discover this fabulous country with Kennedy. Manuel S2025-02-02Verified Best safari guide in Africa! I had an amazing experience with Kennedy, my guide from Heart of Serengeti. He knows everything about nature and explained everything extremely well. He delivered an amazing service, taking me to the most beautiful and iconic parks in Tanzania, where I was amazed with the animals I had the opportunity to see. He is an excellent and safe driver, a charismatic person and made sure the experience was unforgettable. Definitely will come back for another safari. Top safari operator and top person! jose luis m2024-12-26Verified Unforgettable Definitely the best option to go on safari to Tanzania!!!! Kennedy is the best guide of Tanzania, patient and with a lot of knowledge of the fauna and vegetation of the country, he knows perfectly the parks and everyone, thanks to that the other guides call him when there are some interesting animals, lions eating, etc... in just 5 days we have seen a small hunt, two packs of lions eating, leopard, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes , rhinos and the rest of Tanzania animals!!! On this trip we were two families with children with two cars, in the other car the guide was called Said, charming and also with a lot of knowledge of wild animals. Unforgettable experience!!!! Recommended 100% Olaf Korpel2024-10-04Verified Very impressive safari! We can highly recommend this travel agency. This is the first time we did a safari and we were not sure what to expect. Therefore, this trip left a deep impression on us, it was great! We were very lucky to have Kennedy as Guide. He is very experienced, if there are animals to be seen somewhere he knows where to find them. Also because he has a huge network of friendly guides. Kennedy tries very hard to put his car in the best possible position to see the animals well. He has a great knowledge of the animals and their environment, he is very social and he really does his best for you. I had a stomach problem for a few days and wanted to cut the trip short. Kennedy suggested we see a local doctor first and await his verdict. The doctor examined me and prescribed me pills, after which I was able to finish the safari. I am very grateful to Kennedy for this! He is also a very reliable driver and able to remedy this in the event of a breakdown with the car (also with other guides). Antonio2024-06-27Verified The best Safari guide, the best person. The best guide, the best expert in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire is without a doubt Kennedy. An outstanding professional and an excellent person. Since we met him on our Safari, he is another member of our family.He clearly made the difference. Rano w2024-05-01Verified The best guide and recommendation about Kennedy & @Heart of Serengity. Thanks for the best time we could have wished for.We had the best 8 days we could have imagined!! Kennedy our guide took care of us with great attention. Alot of knowledge about the wildlife , Tanzania, 4X4 driving experience and a smile All day long. He made our trip UNFORGETTABLE.I recommend for anyone planning a trip to book with Kennedy & @Heart of Serengity. Hope to visit again soon. Robin C2024-01-28Verified Unforgettable trip Great experience in Tanzania, we were able to see all the animals we wanted. The guide was very attentive and taught us lots of things.