Nestled beneath Mount Meru, this compact park showcases incredible ecological diversity. From the Ngurdoto Crater and lush montane forests to the flamingo-filled Momella Lakes, it offers walking safaris, canoeing, and rare sightings of colobus monkeys—making it an ideal introduction to Tanzania’s wild.

Home to the legendary Great Migration, the Serengeti is a paradise for big cats and endless wildlife spectacles. Its sweeping savannahs, dramatic sunsets, and predator-rich plains create Africa’s most iconic safari stage, offering year-round encounters with nature at its most raw and breathtaking.

Famous for its ancient baobab trees and mighty elephant herds, Tarangire offers unique landscapes and seasonal wildlife spectacles. During the dry months, the Tarangire River attracts thousands of animals, creating unmatched opportunities for viewing giraffes, lions, and diverse birdlife.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonder, the Ngorongoro Crater shelters an incredible density of wildlife in one place. On the crater floor, travelers witness black rhinos, lions, hippos, and flamingos in a dramatic setting of grasslands, forests, and lakes encircled by towering walls.

Compact yet rich in beauty, Lake Manyara is known for its tree-climbing lions, vibrant flamingo populations, and groundwater forests. The park’s varied habitats provide shelter to elephants, hippos, and an array of birds, making it a perfect short safari stop along the Northern Circuit.

Remote, otherworldly, and dramatic, Lake Natron is an alkaline soda lake and vital breeding ground for flamingos. Framed by volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, and Ol Doinyo Lengai—the sacred mountain of the Maasai—it offers adventurous travelers a raw and culturally rich experience away from the crowds.

Easily accessible from Dar es Salaam, this park offers open savannah landscapes resembling the Serengeti and is home to giraffes, buffalo, and lions.