Tanzania has more land devoted to national parks and game reserves than any other wildlife destination in the world. Everything from pristine coral reefs to the Crater Highlands, remote game reserves and the famous national parks are protected by government law and placed in trust for future generations to marvel at in wonder and awe. In addition to a listing of the main attractions of Tanzania, we have included many parks that are largely neglected in favour of the big names like Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It is our hope that in writing up these lesser-known locations, visitors may be tempted to include them on their itineraries and encourage tourism to other equally beautiful, parts of the country.
Most hunting reserves have been omitted due to restricted access for safari vehicles and wildlife tourists. Tanzania has incredible biodiversity, so wildlife populations and bird species often vary according to the season and region. A visit to one of the smaller game reserves for a short hiking trip or a day excursion is well worth the effort of an extended itinerary. Off the beaten track, the sights and sounds of Africa truly come alive.
National Parks & Reserves
Gombe Stream
Places to Go - National Parks & Reserves
Gombe Stream National Park, located on the western border of Tanzania and the Congo, is most famous for Jane Goodall, the resident primatologist who spent many years in its forests studying the behaviour of the endangered chimpanzees. Situated on the wild shores of Lake Tanganyika, Gombe Stream is an untamed place of lush forests and clear lake views. Hiking and swimming are also popular activities here, once the day’s expedition to see the chimpanzees is over.
Gombe Stream’s main attraction is obviously the chimpanzee families that live protected in the park’s boundaries. Guided walks are available that take visitors deep into the forest to observe and sit with the extraordinary primates for an entire morning -- an incredible experience and one that is the highlight of many a visitors trip to Africa. Aside from chimpanzee viewing, many other species of primates live in Gombe Stream’s tropical forests. Vervet and colobus monkeys, baboons, forest pigs and small antelope inhabit the dense forest, in addition to a wide variety of tropical birdlife.
Arusha National Park
Places to Go - National Parks & Reserves
A popular day trip for visitors about to embark from the town of Arusha on longer northern circuit safaris, Arusha National Park is a gem of varied ecosystems and spectacular views of Mt. Meru, the crater that gives the region its name. The small national park includes the slopes, summit, and ash cone of Mt. Meru, the Momela Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, and the lush highland forests that blanket its lower slopes. Game viewing around the Momela Lakes is at a laid-back and quiet pace, and while passing through the forest many visitors stop to search for troupes of rare colubus monkeys playing in the canopy.
Climbing Mt. Meru or enjoying the smaller trails that criss-cross its lower slopes is a popular activity for visitors to Arusha National Park. The three-day trek to reach the crater’s summit is a quieter, and some say more challenging alternative than the famous peak of nearby Mount Kilimanjaro. Along the lower slopes, paths to rivers and waterfalls make a relaxing day hike for visitors who don’t want to attempt the rather arduous climb. Ancient fig tree forests, crystal clear waters cascading from mountain streams, and a chance to spot colobus monkeys are the attractions and pleasures of Arusha National Park.
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Hello Jackson and Kassim, I want to thank Salim our driver very much for his OUTSTANDING service for my honeymoon with my wife in Tanzania. Everything went so perfectly, and we were very happy through Every moment. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw all the hard to see animals, to check up on us that we arrived safely from Dar, showed up on time every day, and shared a lot of laughs with us. We have never been on a Safari tour before, and Bobbytours truely set the standard for an incredible experience for anyone. I personally believe this and I will let people know that it is the best Safari group period. My wife and I thank you for providing us with Salim as our tour guide, and please let him know that we are forever greatful for this experience he helped provide to us. We will miss him as a guide and please congratulate him for his exceptional service. I will definately go with Bobby tours again on my next safari in the future.CheersKen
Gabriele Parlanti e Loredana Bocchini told us:
We did northen circuit from August 21st to August 28th 2009. It was an amazing experience. Thanks to Bobby Tours, first we met in Milano 2 years ago, and to our guide John, italian speaking.
Rashmi Vakhani -UK told us:
Thank you very much for organising our safari. Both the Sopa lodges were lovely & comfortable. Shaffi was a great driver as he made our journey comfortable, enjoyable & memorable. Regards to Shaffi. Best wishes Rashmi
Hello Jackson and Kassim, I want to thank Salim our driver very much for his OUTSTANDING service for my honeymoon with my wife in Tanzania. Everything went so perfectly, and we were very happy through Every moment. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw all the hard to see animals, to check up on us that we arrived safely from Dar, showed up on time every day, and shared a lot of laughs with us. We have never been on a Safari tour before, and Bobbytours truely set the standard for an incredible experience for anyone. I personally believe this and I will let people know that it is the best Safari group period. My wife and I thank you for providing us with Salim as our tour guide, and please let him know that we are forever greatful for this experience he helped provide to us. We will miss him as a guide and please congratulate him for his exceptional service. I will definately go with Bobby tours again on my next safari in the future.CheersKen
Gabriele Parlanti e Loredana Bocchini told us:
We did northen circuit from August 21st to August 28th 2009. It was an amazing experience. Thanks to Bobby Tours, first we met in Milano 2 years ago, and to our guide John, italian speaking.
Rashmi Vakhani -UK told us:
Thank you very much for organising our safari. Both the Sopa lodges were lovely & comfortable. Shaffi was a great driver as he made our journey comfortable, enjoyable & memorable. Regards to Shaffi. Best wishes Rashmi
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