National Parks
When you think of Africa, the picture in your mind’s eye is quite likely a single acacia tree silhouetted on the savanna against a flame-red horizon, inching towards infinity. That classic image is almost certainly from the Maasai Mara.
Frequently compared to the Serengeti in the north, Mikumi is a sprawling national park that borders the massive Selous Game Reserve.
The broad Mkata floodplain is an ideal place to spot lions as they lazily survey the vast herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and impala that roam the grasslands. Elephants seek the shade of acacia stands while hippopotamuses wallow in pools close to the entrance gate.
Offering fantastic views of Kilimanjaro and a large population of African game, Mkomazi National Park is an often-overlooked Tanzanian gem with several species easier to see here than anywhere else in Tanzania.
Mount Kenya is Kenya’s biggest mountain, ranging between 1600m and 5199m above sea level, and is the second-highest mountain after Mt Kilimanjaro, and is an extinct volcano at the equator located in Central province.
Nairobi, the vibrant capital of Kenya, serves as a critical hub for commerce, culture, and innovation in East Africa. Known for its dynamic skyline and rich history, the city is home to a diverse population that contributes to its energetic atmosphere.
Nairobi National Park is a unique ecosystem, being the only protected area in the world close to a capital city.
Nairobi, the capital city of Nairobi boasts a very unique feature. It’s the only city in the world with a National park and therefore boasts natural wilderness with wildlife and bird species-only few minutes (8km) away from the City center.
Nakuru, Kenya's fourth-largest city and capital of Nakuru County, is a rapidly growing, cosmopolitan, and scenic agricultural hub located 160 km from Nairobi. Situated in the Great Rift Valley at 1,850 meters, it is renowned for its mild climate, the nearby Lake Nakuru National Park (famous for flamingos).
The Ruaha National Park is a fantastic place for those with a thirst for blood to see predators and prey interacting as they have for millennia.
As wild as Katavi but considerably more accessible, the Ruaha National Park is a fantastic place for those with a thirst for for blood to see predators and prey interacting as they have for millennia.
Officially Tanzania's smallest national park, tiny Rubondo Island in the heart of Africa's largest lake packs a lot into its 240 square km. Known as the Jewel of Victoria, Rubondo Island National Park boasts a unique diversity of flora and fauna, including the endemic Sitatunga.
One of Tanzania's newest parks and its best-kept secrets, Saadani National Park is where the Indian Ocean meets the East African bushlands.
East Africa's only beachfront national park, a visit to Saadani is something truly unique.
The home of the legendary Great Wildebeest Migration, the name Serengeti has become synonymous with the African safari experience. The seemingly unending savannah plains of the park are home to Africa's most famous animals as well as a cast of lesser-known but no less interesting animals.
Shaba National Reserve is a land of volcanic formations, doum palm forests, and wild rivers where rare wildlife and centuries-old culture meet in one of Kenya’s most magical safari destinations. Located off the beaten path in northern Kenya, Shaba offers a quieter, more soulful alternative to more crowded parks—yet remains deeply rewarding in its biodiversity, landscapes, and stories.
When it comes to the safari experience, Tanzania’s stunning range of wildlifeand its many beautiful national parks and conservation areas make it the best place in Africa to go on safari. Whether you choose to do your safari from the back of a truck or want to try something more adventurous, such as guided hiking or even canoeing, there is a wealth of options to satisfy.
A short drive from Arusha, the Tarangire National Park offers a fantastic game driving experience all year round. Home to Tanzania's largest population of elephants, Tarangire is the best place to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat - from the adorable calves all the way up to the intimidating bulls. It is also an ideal place to snap photos of the boabab tree (the Tree of Life), as it grows in great numbers throughout the park.
Tsavo East National Park is home to most of the larger mammals, vast herds of dust –red elephant, Rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, pods of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, Lesser Kudu, Gerenuk, and Hirola.
