Tanzania Safari Guide

A safari done right requires extensive planning and considerations before you witness big cats and majestic elephants. With the Tanzania Travel Guide, you will have a head start on getting the vacation perfect for you from knowing the best time to visit to understanding travel logistics.

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Lion laying on a boulder in Eastern Serengeti, Tanzania

Best Time to Visit Tanzania

The best time to visit Tanzania is during the dry season, from June to October. With its vast wilderness, iconic wildlife, and idyllic Indian Ocean coastline,...
Prison Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

7 Best Places to Visit in Tanzania on Safari

The best places to visit in Tanzania can make your quintessential safari dreams come true. Set against a backdrop of vast wilderness areas and iconic...
Zebras in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

10 Reasons You Should Choose Tanzania for Your Safari

Vast, cinematic Tanzania is the quintessential safari destination. It is home to some of the African continent's most iconic natural wonders. The endless...
Wild animals surrounded by nature, Ngorongoro Crater, Africa

How to Plan a Trip to Tanzania: Frequently Asked Questions

Tanzania is considered one of the premier safari destinations in Africa. From the endless, wildlife-filled plains of the Serengeti to the flocks of flamingos...
Luxury accommodation in the Serengeti at Hillside suite at Singita Sasakwa Lodge

Serengeti Luxury Safaris

From the moment your private guide greets you at a remote airstrip, you are swept into a world where nature’s grandeur pairs with personalized service...
Mount Kilimanjaro’s Kibo peak glowing under the light of dawn.

What to Know About Kilimanjaro Hiking Tours

When you embark on a Kilimanjaro hiking tour, you are not only setting off on a physical adventure, but also an emotional one, and preparing for this...
Female lion with her cub in East Serengeti, Tanzania

Top 15 Animals and Birds of Tanzania and Where to See Them

With vast ecosystems that thrive across diverse terrain, some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing on the African continent can be found in Tanzania....
Paje Beach in Zanzibar, Tanzania

7 Best Tanzania Islands to Visit

On the best Tanzania islands to visit, you will find sun-drenched shores that epitomize paradise. Lose yourself in aquamarine waters, home to colorful...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Tanzania Safari Tours and Vacation Packages

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Gina B.
Argentina Vacation Review: Patagonia, Perito Moreno, Buenos Aires, Trekking, Horseback Riding, Tango Lesson, Food Tour, 20 Days

The trip was epic. The activities that Zicasso’s travel partner recommended were wonderful. The logistics and coordination were outstanding!

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Rebecca P.
Morocco Travel Review: Marrakech, Essaouira, Agafay Desert, Atlas Mountains, Food Tour, ATV Ride, Pottery Class, Local Cuisine, 9-Day Trip

Our experience in Morocco was nothing short of amazing, thanks to the very talented team at Zicasso’s travel company. Our family was absolutely delighted with the level of care and attention to detail for each activity and lodging we enjoyed during our nine days in Marrakech, Essaouira, Agafay Desert, and, finally, our hotel in the Atlas Mountains.

Let's start with our driver, who impressed us daily with the way he navigated our very comfortable van through very challenging streets and roadways. We always felt extremely safe with him behind the wheel and he was so nice with our kids! When our youngest started to feel carsick going through the Atlas Mountains, our driver did everything he could to make the journey smooth—drove extra slow, pulled over whenever we asked for a little break, and made sure the car was always stocked with plastic bags and plenty of water. We highly recommend our driver, along with each tour guide arranged through the travel company.

Our travel specialist, and the owner, has assembled a fantastic group of people who clearly love their work. You will leave the country with an authentic cultural experience, not just a stamp in the passport. If you get an opportunity, do the backstreet food tour with our guide in Marrakech. She was so hospitable and introduced us to some truly tasty food. My children (ages seven and 12) even ate snails in the market with us! So yes, try the snails, along with whatever else she recommends.

Another tip: if you want a desert ATV experience, but do not want to trek to the Sahara, please consider visiting Essaouira and book an ATV tour there. There are some impressive sand dunes near the beach and we had an absolute blast trekking over those. The ATV route is gorgeous; you get the beach and the desert landscape in one go.

If you want an overnight desert experience, without going to the Sahara, then absolutely go to the Agafay Desert. A camel ride at sunset was a magical first for our children.

Finally, I want to say that the travel company goes above and beyond if there are travel hiccups. On our final night in Morocco, we received a text from our airline saying our flight had been cancelled (part of the massive Airbus recall). There were zero flights out of Marrakech and we needed to be back in the States in two days. My husband found a flight from Casablanca the next day and the travel specialist graciously provided transportation for us for the three-and-a-half-hour drive. We felt like booking with the our travel specialist was like having extra travel insurance! Sincere thanks to him and the entire team.

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Susan B.
Argentina Vacation Review: Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Salta, Iguazu Falls, Tango Lesson, Cooking Classes, Boat Trip, Hiking, 2 Weeks

Argentina was all we hoped for and more! Thank you to Zicasso’s travel specialist and the travel company for a beautiful and unforgettable trip!

Although we entered this journey with little knowledge of South America or Argentina, we were expertly guided by the travel specialist from the first conversation and over many others.

Our trip was tailored to many specifications—private tours, drivers, boutique hotels, restaurant reservations, and unique experiences. We felt very cared for and the lines of communication were open for any questions or guidance. We had a fabulous mix of nature and city—from the incredible Buenos Aires to Bariloche, Salta, and the Iguazú Falls.

Argentina is a large country that required good planning and navigation to optimize our experience over the two weeks we had. The travel specialist helped us organize an itinerary that kept us on schedule, with knowledgeable and fun English-speaking guides who met us at our hotels, local drivers, boats, and many planes. Her recommendations gave us experiences we might never have found or tried. We were leery of our private tango lesson and day in Tigre. With the travel specialist’s encouragement we agreed and these activities became some of our most memorable travel experiences. We were also able to incorporate some much-appreciated free time into our days for wandering or relaxation.

We would highly recommend the travel specialist and the travel company to personalize a trip to Argentina. Thank you again!!!!

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Ronald D.
New Zealand Vacation Review: Nelson, Mount Cook, Queenstown, 20-Day Trip

From planning to execution, Zicasso’s travel specialist was fantastic. They were very responsive through the app while we were on the trip. They were extremely helpful in helping us recover our passports that we forgot in one of the hotel safes.

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DIANE O.
New Zealand Mother-Son Trip Review: South Island, Fiordland, Doubtful Sound, Westland, Banks Peninsula, Kayaking, 4WD Safari, Routeburn Track, Cruise, 2-Week Trip

Our trip was spectacular and magical! My adult son (who was comfortable driving there) and I traveled to New Zealand from November 8 through November 23, 2025. When planning, I purchased the Lonely Planet book to help me decide locations. Since we were mainly interested in nature, we focused on the bountiful nature of South New Zealand. I then looked for a local company that could work with me and sent them the many places mentioned as the most beautiful places inaccessible on large tours. They worked with us every step of the way to find out-of-the-way, beautiful places and learning experiences.

Their itinerary even gave a lot of information about favorite things to do on our own in each area, in between our excursions. Each excursion was extraordinary—beautiful, fun, informative, and very well managed by the local guides. Since we went in their late spring, the flowers everywhere were in full bloom and most spectacular. We would rate the tour operator with a 10 out of 5!

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Junko G.
Vietnam, Cambodia Travel Review: 2 Weeks

We had a fabulous time in Vietnam and Cambodia. The accommodations were top-notch and the suggested activities were spot-on. We would not change anything about the trip.

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