Tanzania Travel Guide

Tanzania is the quintessential, definitive Africa of your dreams. And who wouldn't want to visit a place where the names of its legendary travel destinations roll off the tongue like an incantation: Zanzibar, Serengeti, Olduvai Gorge, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Victoria, the Rift Valley, the Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge, the Cradle of Humankind.

Hotels

Tanzania Hotels

Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.

Restaurants

Tanzania Restaurants

Find the best Tanzania restaurants in every price category with our top picks.

Things To Do

Things To Do in Tanzania

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

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Tanzania Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go to Tanzania

    The Great Migration. This annual movement is one of the great natural wonders of the world.... Read more

  • Fast Facts

    Number of National Parks 15... Read more

  • Tipping

    If you've been given good service, tip accordingly. For a two- or three-night stay at a lodge or hotel tip a couple of dollars for small services... Read more

  • Health & Safety

    Malaria is the biggest health threat in Tanzania, so be vigilant about taking anti-malarials and applying bug spray. Consult with your doctor... Read more

  • Important Details

    Embassies... Read more

  • Writer Snapshot

    We came upon a pride of 14 lions dozing languidly (as only lions can) in the long grass. The 4 adults and 11 cubs have finished stuffing themselves... Read more

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  • Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

    We have recently returned from a trip to Kenya and Tanzania including a 12-day safari during which we stayed in a number of different lodges including Sopa and Serena Lodges. Read more

  • Quick trip report for Tanzania

    I've used the forums many times in the past and always have the best intention to complete a trip report but then come back and life takes over. Read more

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  • Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

    We have recently returned from a trip to Kenya and Tanzania including a 12-day safari during which we stayed in a number of different lodges including Sopa and Serena Lodges. Read more

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