Tanzania Game Drive is an unforgettable experience that immerses visitors in one of the world's most vibrant wildlife habitats. Known for its vast wilderness areas, the country offers several parks each providing unique landscapes and the opportunity to see a diverse array of African wildlife in their natural environments.
Go for a Game Drive in Tanzania offers an exhilarating window into the wild heart of Africa. Expect early starts and late finishes to catch wildlife during their most active periods at dawn and dusk. You’ll traverse diverse landscapes—from sweeping savannas to dense woodlands—in open-sided vehicles, guided by experienced rangers who share insights into the ecosystem and animal behaviours.
Tanzania’s game drives are renowned for sightings of the "Big Five" — lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. The vast Serengeti plains are perfect for spotting cheetahs and the annual wildebeest migration, a spectacular display of nature’s rhythm. In addition to these, you might see giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and a multitude of bird species, from the majestic fish eagle to tiny, vibrant sunbirds.
The Best Time for Game Drives in Tanzania is during the dry season, from late June to October. This period offers the best wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources. However, the wet season (November to May) also presents unique opportunities to see lush landscapes and migratory birds, with the added benefit of fewer tourists.
Safety is paramount on game drives. Always listen to your guide’s instructions, stay in the vehicle unless told otherwise, and keep noise to a minimum to avoid startling the wildlife. Ensure that you wear neutral-coloured clothing to blend into the surroundings and bring sun protection.
Before your game drive, confirm that you have all necessary travel documents, including park permits. Pack essentials like binoculars, a camera, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Wearing layers is advisable as temperatures can fluctuate. Lastly, respect the natural environment and wildlife—maintain a safe distance from animals and leave no trace of your visit behind.
Finally, Tanzania Game Drive for an unforgettable safari adventure, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature and encountering the incredible wildlife of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Tanzania Oribi Safaris strives to offer a memorable wildlife experience, as our experienced Guides share their stories, interpretations and experiences of the bush and its inhabitants with our guests. We operate in a genuinely wild area, where nothing is contrived and the wildlife has freedom of passage through this vast wilderness area.
Check out our Tanzania Safari Packages for a fresh take on wildlife exploration. Get ready to meet some majestic creatures and stunning scenery!
9 Days Wildbeest Migration Galore
The unique ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater, the vast savannahs of central Serengeti and the magical Mara River in northern Serengeti.
9 Days Luxury Wildbeest Migration
The perfect African destination for any traveler with an open mind and heart to experiencing wildlife and culture, past and present.
8 Days Wildbeest Migration Galore
African destination for any traveler with open mind and heart to experiencing wildlife and culture, past and present. A relaxed attitude combined.
9 Days Wildbeest Migration Galore
The perfect African destination for any traveler with open mind and heart to experiencing wildlife and culture, past and present.
4 Days Gombe Mahale National Park
Visitors walk deep into the forest to observe and sit with the extraordinary primates for an entire morning. Apart from chimpanzee viewing.
5 Days Mahale Mountain National Park
The hike takes you to the chimp’s habitation areas are accessible and not strenuous, although being in good physical condition.
11 Days Tanzania Safari And Zanzibar
This luxurious 11-day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday takes you on a tour to the main Tanzania wildlife destinations of the Tanzania Northern Safari Circuit.
9 Days Tanzania Honeymoon Safari
9 Days Tanzania Honeymoon Safari Tours – We pride ourselves on the quality of our Tanzania safari itinerary planning.
8 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Safari
This 8 Days Wildebeest Migration Safari Package has been designed specifically to help you see the Wildebeest Calvary Migration.
7 Days Discovery Wildlife Safari
This 7 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours, specifically includes Tanzania’s most memorable game parks: Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.
5 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Tours
This 5 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Tours , specifically includes two of Tanzania’s most memorable game parks: Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.
4 Days Tanzania Camping Safari
This 4 days Tanzania Camping Safari allows you to experience the highlights of the Northern Safari Circuit: Tarangire Park, Serengeti.
2 Days Tanzania Lodge Safari
This 2-day Tanzania Lodge safari to Tarangire & Ngorongoro and you will stay in a lodge during the safari.This Safari in particular.
10 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari
Our 10 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari is the best you can take if you are planning to combine Kenya and Tanzania in one trip.
Explore the vast savannahs of Tanzania on a safari customized to your preferences,
whether it's encountering the Big Five in Tanzania's famous wildlife parks.
There is drama in Tanzania’s geography: the rolling plains of the Serengeti, snow capped peak of Kilimanjaro and the lush forests of the Ngorongoro Crater have all been recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
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