Small Group Safaris in Tanzania
Where your trip is about making connections, not following the crowd
EXPLORING THE WORLD BRINGS MORE JOY WHEN YOU SHARE THE EXPERIENCE
Discover Tanzania with like-minded people: grand experiences in a small group! Our maximum group size is 7 guests plus a guide, travelling in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with a window seat guaranteed. Choose from a range of itineraries to classic safari destinations and hidden gems. Experience a dream Tanzanian safari together with other travellers at an amazing price.
A very efficient and friendly service provided by Arno – the booking process was seamless. All information provided was very clear and helpful. The itinerary was a good mix and staying in Serengeti for two nights made for a more relaxing trip. The lenght of tour for us was ideal. We believe the trip was well priced for the overall package.Helen | UK | Small group safari Tanzania
When to go
The most popular time to experience a Tanzanian safari is during the dry season from June to October. Temperatures are pleasant, humidity levels are low, and the chance of rain is minimal. It is the perfect season to witness how vast numbers of prey congregate near rivers and water holes, which encourages predators to base themselves in these areas. However, it is also a busy time on the Northern Circuit. For a more intimate experience with fewer tourists and vehicles around, we recommend travelling during the low and shoulder season months.
Dry Season
June to late October & December to FebruaryBest time for wildlife sightings; book early
June to late October & December to FebruaryBest time for wildlife sightings; book early
Tanzania experiences a long dry season from June until the end of October and a shorter dry period from January to February. Both are superb times to travel to Tanzania as all the national parks will be easily accessible. Not only are they the best time for a safari, but thanks to the dry weather these two periods are also a great time to experience a tropical beach retreat on the Zanzibar Archipelago. Since it is the most popular time to visit Tanzania, expect to see more safari vehicles in the popular parks on the Northern Circuit.
Rainy Season
April, May, NovemberIdeal to see a lusciously green Tanzania and fewer other visitors
April, May, NovemberIdeal to see a lusciously green Tanzania and fewer other visitors
This is the season when the landscapes turn green, the sky is clear, and the light is incredible. It occurs thanks to two rainy seasons. The long rains arrive from March to May and the short rains, which are less predictable, happen in November and December. Despite the afternoon thunderstorms, it is a great time to visit Tanzania, because the northern parks remain accessible, the landscapes are incredibly beautiful and there are fewer visitors.
Accommodations
EXPERIENCE TANZANIAN HOSPITALITY AT SMALL AND PERSONAL LODGES AND CAMPS
We understand the difference between the feeling you receive from a warm welcome at a small intimate lodge or a beautiful camp, compared to the empty and anonymous feeling that you get from staying in an enormous hotel. This is what makes our group safaris different and special. Not only are group sizes small, but just as importantly, you will be welcomed to a selection of small and intimate lodges and camps. Every part of a safari is an experience to savour. On our small group safaris, you will be welcomed as a guest, not just a room number.
Highlights on a small group safari in Tanzania
Experience an authentic safari with guidance from experts
We know that a classic safari only feels authentic when you get to discover wildernesses and wildlife from the window seat or roof-top of a specially adapted 4×4. At night the excitement of experiencing the sounds of nature and seeing a plethora of stars, can only be properly sensed in small intimate places to stay. This is what we aim for on our small group safaris: authentic experiences in the middle of nature.
What to expect on a small group safari in Tanzania
Advantages of a small group tour
Rather than feel like a mass market tourist, we want you to feel like an individual traveller. From the point of your enquiry to the end of your safari, our goal is for you to experience this ethos.
We understand the importance of disconnecting from the fast-paced world of urban living, to experience nature in an authentic way. We created our small group safaris so that you can experience a Tanzanian safari with all of your senses.
We achieve this by limiting the size of our groups to seven people. But did you know that if only two travellers book a group tour, that safari will still go ahead? Plus, our guides are not only knowledgeable but skilled in allowing each guest to get the most out of their safari. Best of all you get to share the cost of this intimate experience with your travel companions and travel at a fantastic price – getting back much more in return than you ever imagined.
How to plan a group safari in Tanzania
Planning a small group safari to Tanzania is quite simple and straightforward.
We have designed and planned several itineraries to the most popular highlights and some hidden gems for you to choose from.
Group safaris start and finish on specific dates. Each day is planned out, but with the flexibility to choose some of your activities and how to spend parts of the day.
Travelling with a guide has countless advantages. They are your window to a whole new world and will share their abundant local knowledge about wildlife, plants, and local life with you. Travelling with a guide means handing over all responsibility – you know you will get to the right accommodation, at the right time. Your guide will be a constant source of information and you are likely to part as friends.
Stay safe and comfortable in our custom-designed 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers. Whilst watching wildlife make use of the roof-hatch and guaranteed window seat from where you can achieve excellent photos.
Arrive at small lodges and camps to enjoy exceptional Tanzanian hospitality, great food and a private room with all home comforts.
If you want to learn more, read through our itineraries, or contact one of our country experts who can help you with any query that you may have.
What do you see on small group safaris in Tanzania?
Tanzanian safaris transpire on three circuits. The more remote Southern and Western Circuits, where you can see incredible wildlife numbers on private safaris. And the popular Northern Circuit, which is home to some of Tanzania’s most spectacular national parks. Due to the close proximity of northern parks, our group safaris explore this area. To see the southern and western national parks, book a private trip.
The Northern Circuit has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One is the vast Serengeti National Park, home to stunning and diverse wildlife all year-round; and the second is the incredible Ngorongoro Crater, a spectacular inactive volcano. Other protected areas include Tarangire National Park, an elephant lover’s paradise; and Lake Natron, a soda lake that turns pink in the dry season and hosts ~2.5 million breeding flamingos.
Those hoping to make it to the top of Africa’s highest mountain could consider one of our group treks up Mount Kilimanjaro.
All these parks are accessed from Arusha’s Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will be collected and driven to your first destination.
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