Getting There & Around

Tanzania has three international airports, but Kilimanjaro International Airport is the most common entry point. Once you're in the country, a good domestic flight network connects the major travel routes, and there is an ever-improving road network for ground travel.

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Tanzania Trips

The tours below showcase just some of what is possible. Use these itineraries as starting points, or to draw inspiration. Then get in touch, and let our expert team help craft the perfect itinerary for you.

Classic Northern Tanzania & Zanzibar Circuit

The best of northern Tanzania and Zanzibar. This is one of our most popular itineraries. The camps here are the best value for money camps you will find in Tanzania and Brilliant has exclusive access at the best rates.

11 Days
$7,545

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Southern Tanzania and Zanzibar

Combine the wilder side of Tanzania with the tropical beaches of Zanzibar. Journey through the southern safari circuit of Ruaha National Park and Selous Game Reserve, before a short flight brings you to the border between Africa and the Indian Ocean.

10 Days
$13,120

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Best of Northern Tanzania

The ultimate northern Tanzania circuit. Stay in our personal favourite safari camps and lodges in the best locations to see the wildlife. Because we love them so much, Brilliant has exclusive access to these camps at the best rates.

10 Days
$7,570

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Classic Tanzania & Cultural Safari

A trip that strikes the perfect balance between wildlife, scenery, and culture. An opportunity to experience Tanzania's best safari destinations and learn about the local way of life with the Datoga pastoralists and Hadzabe hunter-gatherers.

10 Days
$6,825

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Kenya & Tanzania Group Tour

Our scheduled group tour is great for solo travellers or those looking to join a small group. Sharing with a group helps keep a lid on costs whilst exploring some of East Africa's best safari destinations.

13 Days
$8,085

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Luxury Honeymoon in Tanzania

Romantic lodges in the heart of the Serengeti National Park combined with beach retreats on the Zanzibar archipelago. East Africa safari meets tropical island paradise.

7 Days
$10,210

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Luxury Tanzania Safari Circuit

The northern circuit is the most popular safari route in Tanzania. Explore the national parks of Tarangire and Lake Manyara, before meandering northwest to the beautiful Ngorongoro Crater. Finally, you'll arrive in the world's most famous safari destination, the endless savannah that is the Serengeti.

9 Days
$12,875

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Northern Tanzania Group Tour

Our scheduled group tour is great for solo travellers or those looking to join a small group. Sharing with a group helps keep a lid on costs whilst exploring some of Tanzania's best safari destinations.

8 Days
$3,945

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Tanzania & Uganda Safari

Trek the gorillas in Uganda before heading southeast to the vast savannahs of Tanzania. Experience two completely different sides of East Africa and some of the most impressive wildlife experiences in the world.

13 Days
$9,720

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Tanzania Family Adventure

Take your family on a once-in-a-lifetime trip and create memories to last a lifetime. Explore the best of northern Tanzania with 5 days on safari, before relaxing on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar for 4 nights. Stay at fantastic safari lodges and beachfront hotels that know how to look after family groups.

10 Days
$5,350

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Tanzania Luxury Safari & Beach

Stay in luxury lodges as you explore Tanzania's northern safari circuit. From the verdant slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater to the vast savannahs of the Serengeti, this is the safari of your imagination. Close out your adventure on the island paradise of Zanzibar.

10 Days
$11,375

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Exclusive East Africa

Explore Rwanda and Tanzania on this 11 day luxury adventure across East Africa. You'll be staying in East Africa's most exclusive lodges offering impeccable service and unparalleled access to the best wildlife areas.

11 Days
$44,350

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Honeymoon in Style, Safari & Beach

Tanzania has been looking after honeymooners for many years. Combine the stunning national parks and wilderness areas in the north of the country, before jetting off to Zanzibar for a few nights R&R on the beautiful tropical beaches. Romantic lodges keep you comfortable at night, and the Tanzanian countryside takes care of the rest.

11 Days
$6,922

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Northern Circuit Driving Safari

Tanzania's northern safari circuit by road. Connecting the dots by road helps keep a lid on costs without missing out on the best that Tanzania has to offer. Plus, you'll have a private vehicle and guide throughout your trip.

8 Days
$4,895

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The Great Wildebeest Migration

This 7-day safari combines two of Tanzania's most impressive safari destinations: the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. You'll stay in luxury tented camps throughout your trip. If you travel between July and October, you'll have the opportunity to witness a river crossing of the Great Migration.

7 Days
$9,275

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Kenya and Tanzania Combined

The ultimate East African adventure. Starting in the Maasai Mara in Kenya, work your way south through the Serengeti towards Ruaha National Park in Tanzania. Close out your trip with a couple of days on the island paradise of Zanzibar.

13 Days
$10,875

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Getting to Tanzania

Tanzania is served by three international airports:

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO): situated between Arusha and Moshi, this is the most common entry point into the country for those exploring the Northern Safari Circuit that includes the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara.
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): a good option for those visiting Dar es Salaam or the Southern Safari Circuit that includes Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous), and Ruaha National Park.
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): for those heading straight to Zanzibar, this airport is just 5km (3.1 miles) outside of Stone Town, Zanzibar's capital.

All three airports have good international connections from most major cities in Europe and North America.

It is also possible to fly directly into the Serengeti (Tanzania) from the Masai Mara (Kenya). These flights go via the Migori Airstrip, then by road to the Isebania immigration point before continuing the short drive to Tarime Airstrip for the short flight into the Serengeti.

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From the US and Canada

Many international airlines operate routes to Tanzania connecting through Europe, the Middle East or elsewhere in Africa. The most popular routes and airlines operating flights into Kilimanjaro International Airport are:

Qatar Airways fly from the US/Canada via Doha and then to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Delta Airlines (codeshares with KLM) fly from the US/Canada via Amsterdam and then to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Turkish Airlines fly from the US/Canada via Istanbul and then to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines fly from the US/Canada via Addis Adaba and then to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Kenya Airways fly from US/Canada via Nairobi and then to Kilimanjaro. This tends to be the quickest route from New York.

Wildebeest herds at sunset, Serengeti National Park

Getting to Tanzania from the UK

There are no direct flights from the UK to Tanzania, although connections are straightforward.

The most convenient flight routing from Europe is via Amsterdam with KLM and its partners or Turkish Airlines via Istanbul and then on to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Dar es Salaam.

Most travellers from Britain fly via Nairobi then through to Kilimanjaro International Airport with British Airways or Kenya Airways.

A resting lion, snapped by Brilliant customer Melissa

Multi-city Flights

If you are doing a safari and beach trip, you will likely be flying into Kilimanjaro International Airport for your safari and flying home from Zanzibar's Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.

In this case you will need to request a “multi city” flight that will allow you to arrive and depart from different airports.

KLM/Delta, Qatar and Turkish Airlines are popular choices for these types of flights.

At Brilliant, we work with a dedicated flight specialist who can find and book the right international flights on your behalf. Get in touch for more details.

Getting Around Tanzania

The Northern Circuit

If you are exploring Tanzania's northern circuit, you'll be travelling with a combination of drives and flights. The start point on this circuit is usually Arusha and from here it is a ~3-hour drive to either Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara or the Ngorongoro Crater. This drive is the perfect introduction to Tanzania, with good roads it's a comfortable journey with beautiful views. En route there are local towns such as Mto Wa Mbu and Karatu to explore, famous for their traditional art and fabrics.

For this part of your safari you will have your own private vehicle and guide. When it's time to head up into the Serengeti, the fastest and most comfortable way is to fly into the Serengeti by light aircraft. However, it does depend on the time of year you are visiting. If you're travelling during the migration season and heading up to northern Serengeti, flying is the best option as it's quicker (more time for to enjoy the park) and far more comfortable than the long and bumpy road from the Crater or Manyara to the Serengeti. Plus, you get the benefit of amazing views as you fly over!

With that said, travelling between the Crater and the Serengeti by road does have some real benefits as well. It gives you a much broader understanding of the lifestyles of the Maasai who make this area between the two parks their home. By driving between them you also have the opportunity to visit the Olduvai Gorge, a UNESCO world Heritage site made famous by the discovery of some of the world’s earliest human remains. If you are travelling between Jan-March, you'll want to consider the Ndutu region of Southern Serengeti as it is the wildebeest calving season. In this case, you can easily drive from Manyara or The Crater to Ndutu with no need for light aircraft.

If you are flying to the islands of Zanzibar, Pemba or Mafia after you safari, there are light aircraft flights from the Serengeti, Manyara, and Arusha. The flight is approximately 2 hours and may include a stop at Arusha.

The Southern Circuit

If you are visiting the vast, beautiful wilderness areas of Ruaha and/or Nyerere in Tanzania's south, you'll need to fly in by light aircraft.

If you aren't visiting the north, then you should arrange your international flight into Dar es Salaam. From here, there are regular domestic flights to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous), Mikumi National Park and Ruaha National Park. The roads between Dar and these parks can be affected by weather conditions making them impassable, so we will always recommend flying to ensure your safari is not delayed or adversely affected by road conditions.

Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia Island are best reached by light aircraft from the Southern Parks, often with a connection through Dar es Salaam.