26 Best things to do in Tanzania
With all the national parks, mountains, rugged terrain and the Indian Ocean, there is so many things to do in Tanzania for any visitor. Everybody is catered for from children to seniors, so take your pick at what interests you most.
1. Bush safari game drives
Some of the best game drives you will ever know in Africa! Choose your national park and let the adventure begin. Wake up to the roar of the African king of the jungle.
2. Hot air balloon safaris
Be among the privileged few that get to experience wildlife from above floating in a hot air balloon against the beautiful sunrise and finish this off with a full English bush breakfast and champagne. Truly a once in a lifetime experience.
3. Canoeing
Canoeing safaris in Arusha and Lake Manyara national pars offer an ideal opportunity to get close to the wildlife.
4. Guided walking safaris
Guided walking safaris in the parks with an armed ranger can be quite a thrill for adventure lovers. Imagine immersing yourself in the wild following footprints of animals and leaning more about them.
5. Night game drives
Jump at the opportunity to enjoy nocturnal wildlife, a chance to see animals that you would other wise not see during the day time.
6. Village walks
Take a break from the game drives and mingle with the local people at Mto wa Mbu village with a guide who grew up in the area. While you are at it, sample some local Swahili food.
7. Treetops walk
Enjoy the Treetops walk in Lake Manyara national park, the only one of its kind in Tanzania and get greeted by monkeys jumping about in the nearby trees.
8. Trekking and Short hikes
In addition to the much-publicized Kilimanjaro Mountain, experience the allure of Mount Meru, Ol Donyo Lengai, Empakai crater, the Udzungwa mountains. In fact for would be Mount Kilimanjaro climbers, these smaller mountains provide excellent physical and altitude training to increase your chances of conquering Mount Kilimanjaro, the giant of Africa
9. Sundowners and bush meals
Sundowners and bush meals while on safari. Want to have a table set for you in the middle of the African savannah? Why not add a bush breakfast, bush lunch or bush dinner to your itinerary the next time to are on a safari.
10. Visit archeological sites.
Do you love history? Make a stop at the Olduvai Gorge located between Serengeti and Ngorongoro, the Kondoa Iraqw rock paintings, historical sites at Kaole, Kilwa and on the Islands of Mafia, Pemba and Zanzibar.
11. Bird watching
Are you a bird lover? Tanzanian skies are bustling with birds. With over 1000 species to be seen in their varying habitats. Flamingos, pelicans, flock in abundance to the lakes. Then Lake Manyara national park and Selous game reserve (now called Nyerere National Park) all abound in unique species of birds.
12. Mountain biking
Cycling up mountains and down valleys; through deserts and forests; and close to herds of giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and antelope is an exciting experience.
13. Swimming with dolphins
Watching and swimming with dolphins in Zanzibar and Pemba can be exciting and educational. However, care must be taken not to disturb the animals as they are very sensitive.
14. Whale sharks watching.
Whale sharks, the largest shark and fish in the world can reach up to 14m in length and weigh up to 15tons. These sea giants frequent the Tanzanian coastline. Humpback and sperm whales can also be seen off the Mafia and Zanzibar coasts.
15. Butterflies
Africa is home to over 3,500 species of butterflies and many of these can be found in Tanzania and some are indeed unique to only Tanzania like the sunset moth. Butterfly lovers will bask in Kitulo, Udzungwa, Mkomazi and Mahale national parks. Zanzibar Island also offer the butterfly excursion.
16. Flower paradise
Kitulo Plateau national park is a must see for you. Known locally as ‘the Serengeti of flowers’ Kitulo has had more than 350 species of flowers documented to date. These include 45 species of orchids many of which are not found anywhere else in the world.
17. Diving
The waters of the Indian Ocean particularly those off the mainland coast around Zanzibar and Pemba and Mafia provide superb opportunities for scuba divers. The coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, can be explored on diving expeditions for both beginners and experts.
18. Horse Riding
Horseback expeditions allow horse-lovers to experience riding across unfenced wilderness, or private game ranches in close contact with wildlife.
19. Fishing on rivers and lakes
The rivers and lakes of Tanzania offer sport fishers’ ample opportunity to cast for traut, Tilapia or the giant Nile perch.
20. Golf
While Tanzania is not considered one of the most renowned golfing destinations in the world, golfing is becoming more common in Arusha and Moshi. Welcome to tee off in these beautiful golf courses in Tanzania
21. Budget camping.
Want to have a safari experience closer to nature? Tanzania offers camping safaris if fly camping and luxury lodge sis not your thing. Enjoy budget friendly camping and have great fun.
22. Deep Sea fishing
Some of the richest sports fishing seas are found off the Tanzanian mainland. Zanzibar, Pemba, Mafia and the Kilwa coast are where record breaking prizes like the barracuda, kingfish, and marlin among others can be caught.
23. Caving
The Amboni cave just north of Tanga, from the most expensive cave system in East Africa There are 10 caves with chambers up to 13m high. Not forgetting the Kuuza and Kuumbi caves in Zanzibar which are fast gaining popularity with cavers.
24. Water sports
Snorkeling, scuba diving, surfboarding, kite surfing are among the many water activities you can enjoy in Tanzania.
25. excursions in Zanzibar
Numerous excursions in Zanzibar like a visit to prison Island, Jozani forest tour, stone town tour, turtle sanctuary tour. One thing that you will not be, is bored in Zanzibar.
26. Spice tour in Zanzibar with Swahili food cooking class
For foodies, and people who love learning to cook different cuisines, this will be an absolute bliss. From choosing y our own spices on the spice farm to preparing and cooking your own food and getting to enjoy it.
Conclusion
You may also like to visit https://grsafari.com/12-reasons-to-visit-tanzania/ for more reasons to visit Tanzania. So we say ‘Karibu’ (Swahili word for welcome) Tanzania and give yourself a holiday experience of a lifetime like many have and still can’t stop raving about the experience.
With all the national parks, mountains, rugged terrain and the Indian Ocean, there is so many things to do in Tanzania for any visitor. Everybody is catered for from children to seniors, so take your pick at what interests you most.
1. Bush safari game drives
Some of the best game drives you will ever know in Africa! Choose your national park and let the adventure begin. Wake up to the roar of the African king of the jungle.
2. Hot air balloon safaris
Be among the privileged few that get to experience wildlife from above floating in a hot air balloon against the beautiful sunrise and finish this off with a full English bush breakfast and champagne. Truly a once in a lifetime experience.
3. Canoeing
Canoeing safaris in Arusha and Lake Manyara national pars offer an ideal opportunity to get close to the wildlife.
4. Guided walking safaris
Guided walking safaris in the parks with an armed ranger can be quite a thrill for adventure lovers. Imagine immersing yourself in the wild following footprints of animals and leaning more about them.
5. Night game drives
Jump at the opportunity to enjoy nocturnal wildlife, a chance to see animals that you would other wise not see during the day time.
6. Village walks
Take a break from the game drives and mingle with the local people at Mto wa Mbu village with a guide who grew up in the area. While you are at it, sample some local Swahili food.
7. Treetops walk
Enjoy the Treetops walk in Lake Manyara national park, the only one of its kind in Tanzania and get greeted by monkeys jumping about in the nearby trees.
8. Trekking and Short hikes
In addition to the much-publicized Kilimanjaro Mountain, experience the allure of Mount Meru, Ol Donyo Lengai, Empakai crater, the Udzungwa mountains. In fact for would be Mount Kilimanjaro climbers, these smaller mountains provide excellent physical and altitude training to increase your chances of conquering Mount Kilimanjaro, the giant of Africa
9. Sundowners and bush meals
Sundowners and bush meals while on safari. Want to have a table set for you in the middle of the African savannah? Why not add a bush breakfast, bush lunch or bush dinner to your itinerary the next time to are on a safari.
10. Visit archeological sites.
Do you love history? Make a stop at the Olduvai Gorge located between Serengeti and Ngorongoro, the Kondoa Iraqw rock paintings, historical sites at Kaole, Kilwa and on the Islands of Mafia, Pemba and Zanzibar.
11. Bird watching
Are you a bird lover? Tanzanian skies are bustling with birds. With over 1000 species to be seen in their varying habitats. Flamingos, pelicans, flock in abundance to the lakes. Then Lake Manyara national park and Selous game reserve (now called Nyerere National Park) all abound in unique species of birds.
12. Mountain biking
Cycling up mountains and down valleys; through deserts and forests; and close to herds of giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and antelope is an exciting experience.
13. Swimming with dolphins
Watching and swimming with dolphins in Zanzibar and Pemba can be exciting and educational. However, care must be taken not to disturb the animals as they are very sensitive.
14. Whale sharks watching.
Whale sharks, the largest shark and fish in the world can reach up to 14m in length and weigh up to 15tons. These sea giants frequent the Tanzanian coastline. Humpback and sperm whales can also be seen off the Mafia and Zanzibar coasts.
15. Butterflies
Africa is home to over 3,500 species of butterflies and many of these can be found in Tanzania and some are indeed unique to only Tanzania like the sunset moth. Butterfly lovers will bask in Kitulo, Udzungwa, Mkomazi and Mahale national parks. Zanzibar Island also offer the butterfly excursion.
16. Flower paradise
Kitulo Plateau national park is a must see for you. Known locally as ‘the Serengeti of flowers’ Kitulo has had more than 350 species of flowers documented to date. These include 45 species of orchids many of which are not found anywhere else in the world.
17. Diving
The waters of the Indian Ocean particularly those off the mainland coast around Zanzibar and Pemba and Mafia provide superb opportunities for scuba divers. The coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, can be explored on diving expeditions for both beginners and experts.
18. Horse Riding
Horseback expeditions allow horse-lovers to experience riding across unfenced wilderness, or private game ranches in close contact with wildlife.
19. Fishing on rivers and lakes
The rivers and lakes of Tanzania offer sport fishers’ ample opportunity to cast for traut, Tilapia or the giant Nile perch.
20. Golf
While Tanzania is not considered one of the most renowned golfing destinations in the world, golfing is becoming more common in Arusha and Moshi. Welcome to tee off in these beautiful golf courses in Tanzania
21. Budget camping.
Want to have a safari experience closer to nature? Tanzania offers camping safaris if fly camping and luxury lodge sis not your thing. Enjoy budget friendly camping and have great fun.
22. Deep Sea fishing
Some of the richest sports fishing seas are found off the Tanzanian mainland. Zanzibar, Pemba, Mafia and the Kilwa coast are where record breaking prizes like the barracuda, kingfish, and marlin among others can be caught.
23. Caving
The Amboni cave just north of Tanga, from the most expensive cave system in East Africa There are 10 caves with chambers up to 13m high. Not forgetting the Kuuza and Kuumbi caves in Zanzibar which are fast gaining popularity with cavers.
24. Water sports
Snorkeling, scuba diving, surfboarding, kite surfing are among the many water activities you can enjoy in Tanzania.
25. excursions in Zanzibar
Numerous excursions in Zanzibar like a visit to prison Island, Jozani forest tour, stone town tour, turtle sanctuary tour. One thing that you will not be, is bored in Zanzibar.
26. Spice tour in Zanzibar with Swahili food cooking class
For foodies, and people who love learning to cook different cuisines, this will be an absolute bliss. From choosing y our own spices on the spice farm to preparing and cooking your own food and getting to enjoy it.
Conclusion
You may also like to visit https://grsafari.com/12-reasons-to-visit-tanzania/ for more reasons to visit Tanzania. So we say ‘Karibu’ (Swahili word for welcome) Tanzania and give yourself a holiday experience of a lifetime like many have and still can’t stop raving about the experience.
