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Tanzania travel guides from our team in Arusha. Practical advice from our team in Arusha: when to go, where to find the Big Five, how to follow the Great Migration, what to expect on Kilimanjaro and how to combine a safari with Zanzibar.
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AFCON 2027 Tanzania tours: match cities, stadiums, travel times, visas and itineraries that pair a match in Arusha, Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar with a safari.
5 November 2026 · 11 min read
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At 5,895 metres, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest freestanding mountain. No technical climbing is needed — only preparation, determination and the right route. Here is what you need to know.
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After days of game drives and early starts, Zanzibar's turquoise water and white-sand beaches are the perfect reward. This guide covers the best beaches, where to stay and what to do on the Spice Island.
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Tanzania is one of the best countries in Africa to see the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and black rhino — in the wild. This guide explains where, when and how to find each of them.
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The best time to visit Tanzania for safari is the dry season, June to October. January to February is best for calving, and November and March to May are quieter and better value. Here is what each month offers.
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The wildebeest migration happens all year in the Serengeti. Calving is January to March, the Grumeti crossings are in June and July, and the Mara River crossings run from July to October. Here is where the herds are each month.
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