Welcome to Tanzania!

From highlands, craters, national parks, to reserves and even the reefs, everything is well protected by law, ensuring that these pristine locales retain their vitality down the years.

The plains of the Serengeti are the habitat for 35 mammal species and a variety of birds. The wildebeest and zebra roam the 14,763 sq km of this national park touted to be the best in all of Africa. The reserve at Selous is bigger than the country of Switzerland and covers a sixth of the land area of Tanzania. Clearly, wildlife and safaris are central to Africa's life and livelihood, and as a result there are a number of places to stay for its visitors. Arusha is the best place to organise safaris and Tanzania tours to the Serengeti and the Ngorngoro Crater National Parks.

The erstwhile capital and a key port for Tanzania, Dar es Salaam is where most journeys into the great unknown of this country begin, and where you can organise a tour of Tanzania. Conveniently located, and with some great Tanzania hotels, the city forms a good base to explore Zanzibar and the new capital Dodoma. Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,341 ft), the most prized mountain of Africa and a tourist magnet, is a short trip away. Beach holidays are also easy if you make Dar es Salaam your base, allowing you to spend time at Mjimwena, Mbwa Maji and Kunduchi.

Unlike the big game country on the mainland, Zanzibar - a peaceful paradise on the Indian Ocean - is an idyllic island destination which has a remarkable history that blends stories of the spice trade and slavery.

Wherever a visitor chooses to go in Tanzania, there is a secret waiting to be discovered, a treasure waiting to be found and an adventure waiting to happen. You can use our Tanzania map to choose the best location for your hotel in Tanzania and ensure your perfect holiday. And whilst in Tanzania you should use your holiday to explore other great African destinations like Kenya, Madagascar, and South Africa.