When we think of Tanzania, we think of the Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater. They are iconic for a reason: they offer a unique safari experience. But what if we told you that Tanzania has much more to offer?
In the south, nature feels wilder and more secluded
East Africa (Kenya and Tanzania) and Southern Africa (Namibia, Botswana and South Africa) are the two most popular safari areas in Africa. Both offer excellent opportunities to observe wildlife, but there are also great differences.
Here we share our view to help you choose the right safari.
An exciting spectacle known as the Great Migration: between mid-February and early March, herds of wildebeest and zebras move between the Serengeti and Ndutu. During this period, the herds gather around Ndutu, in the southern Serengeti and north of Ngorongoro in Tanzania.
At this time, wildebeest calves are born, and predators abound, drawn by the plentiful potential food.
We will focus on the best places in Southern Africa to observe these majestic cats, with special attention to the routes that allow us to live this experience responsibly and with minimal environmental impact.
The best safaris in Southern Africa to see the king of the savannah.
It is something we have been thinking about for some time, a dream we have always had, and now it seems the moment has come… let’s go on safari as a family!
But now that we're clear that we're going to take the whole family safari, many questions arise. Which destination would be best for a family safari? What kind of safari will appeal more to my family? Where will we see the most animals? Is this a child-friendly safari?
In this article, we will try to answer all these questions to make your family trip an unforgettable experience.
At present the word safari appears in many contexts. We see it used for a city walk, a tour of several vineyards or even a food walk to try tapas at different restaurants. All of these are given the word safari, which can cause confusion. Urban safari, food safari, safaris here, there and everywhere.
Where there are many lions... there are often also many visitors. Pure logic.Do we want to see lots of animals in the most popular reserves, or are we looking for a more intimate, personal experience? And what standard of accommodation are we looking for?
Lake Natron: Safaris and adventures in Maasai land. Special departure from 6 to 16 October
Our Tanzania trip—Lake Natron, a journey through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro—combines the landscapes and wildlife we hope to see on an African safari with the chance to spend a few days on what feels like another planet. We will find a pink lake, animals mummified by salt and an active volcano to climb. Above all, we can discover daily Maasai life away from tourist villages.
For wildlife lovers staying at home, today we suggest you go on safari. It won't be necessary to book, not even fly anywhere; Live safari lets you enjoy nature and a ranger's explanations in English without leaving your sofa. During this Live safari, we will explore the African savannah by car, on foot, with a drone and by balloon, always looking for the best scenes. A free safari Courtesy of WildEarth, thank you!
Timetable Live safari: Every day, from 6 to 9 (sunrise safari) and from 15:30 to 16:30 (sunset safari). Tune in at these times to join the safari!
The Okavango is a mighty river that rises in Angola to make its way for 1000 km through Africa, crossing Namibia and ending his journey in the Kalahari Desert, in Botswana. But if it ends up in Botswana, where is the sea? Well, that is the interesting part: there is no sea. At its end, the Okavango River forms an ‘alluvial fan’: instead of flowing into the sea, its waters disappear into the arid lands of Botswana, leaving a spectacular landscape declared a World Heritage Site in 2014: The Okavango Delta.
Our collaborator Ignasi Rovira will soon be running an interesting photography course travel. Ignasi has traveled all over the world and guided groups of Viajes Tuareg on a large number of photography tours and trips, always ensuring that travellers return delighted.
Crossing an unfamiliar country from top to bottom is a dream for any curious traveller: from one end to the other, from beginning to end, leaving nothing out. That is the idea behind our trip to Mozambique, a route offering an almost complete picture of the former Portuguese colony, although it is never truly possible to see an entire country.
Our proposed itinerary takes us through natural parks with magnificent scenery and abundant wildlife. Africa in all its splendour. Although we will start in the south, in the capital, vibrant Maputo, we will travel across the country, always heading north.
We're moving on with our photo and video contest 2014. If you have travelled with us during 2014, you can take part by sending your images to concurso@tuareg.com
As every year, the images are spectacular. Here are some of the photographs entered in this year’s competition that we are sure you will enjoy.
Accompanied by Marc Magrans, our naturalist friend and collaborator for more than 15 years, our special trip departs on 24 February for Tanzania to witness the great spectacle of the African migration.
The spectacle of the Great Migration, on a special departure led by a naturalist.
The migration in the ecosystem is always associated Mara – Serengeti with a very small part of its incessant circular route. Migration is much more than that.
February. Special departure guided by a naturalist.
See the Tanzania trip dossier
An exciting time: between mid-February and early March, large herds of wildebeest and zebras move between the south-central Serengeti and the Ndutu plains in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is when wildebeest calves are born, and action is guaranteed: the explosion of life is spectacular. Witnessing this spectacle with a naturalist makes the experience even richer.
