National Parks

Tanzania, hailed as Africa’s premier safari destination, has earned global acclaim through documentaries by esteemed channels like National Geographic, Discovery, and Animal Planet, showcasing its unparalleled wildlife habitats and natural splendor. As East Africa’s largest nation, Tanzania dedicates over 30% of its expansive territory to national parks, game reserves, and conservation areas, demonstrating a profound commitment to preserving its rich biodiversity.

Iconic destinations like the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area draw enthusiasts with the promise of witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration and encountering the “Big Five.” Tanzania’s dedication to sustainable tourism, harmonizing wildlife conservation with responsible visitor experiences, solidifies its status as a leader in global wildlife preservation, offering an unforgettable safari experience amid breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

The list of Tanzania’s top nature reserves Prime Kili can take you to:

Serengeti National Park

World Heritage Site and Tanzania’s most famed and remarkable national park. The endless plains of Serengeti are a stage to watch the dramatic circle of life unfold in front of your own eyes. Check our Safari Travel Guide at the bottom of this page to learn more about the Great Migration in Serengeti.

Ngorongoro Crater

World Heritage Site and the largest unbroken caldera in the world. The concentration of wild animals inhabiting Ngorongoro Crater is unparalleled by any other national park on the planet. With its stunning views and landforms, the crater is an exceptional geological landmark that is worth a visit on its own.

Kilimanjaro National Park

Standing at 5,895 metres tall, Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world’s most accessible summits. That isn’t to say that reaching Uhuru Point isn’t a massive achievement, but its lower reaches can be explored without any formal climbing training or professional equipment.

Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park is a perfect trip for day safaris, as it is close to both Arusha and Moshi. With terrain that ranges from open savannah to tropical rainforest, the park is dominated by the shadow of Mt. Meru – whose summit offers an unparalleled view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Tarangire National Park

A short drive from Arusha, the Tarangire National Park offers a fantastic game driving experience all year round. Home to Tanzania’s largest population of elephants, Tarangire is the best place to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat – from the adorable calves all the way up to the intimidating bulls.

Lake Manyara

This compact yet rich safari destination provides an opportunity for travelers to witness the incredible diversity of wildlife, from the iconic tree-climbing lions to a multitude of bird species, creating a captivating and immersive safari adventure.

Mahale Mountains

This remote park offers some of the greatest visitor attractions, from walking safaris, chimpanzee viewing in their natural habitat, a climb to Mount Nkungwe and snorkeling in Lake Tanganyika. Accessible is only by boat or by air, so it makes it the least accessible and least visited.

Ruaha National Park

The park in the centre of Tanzania takes its name from the Hehe word for ‘river.’ The eponymous Great Ruaha River serves as a lifeline for the park’s wildlife. Although it’s one of the largest national parks in the country and rich in wildlife, Ruaha is one of the least busy places to visit in Tanzania, so safaris here feel remote and exclusive.

Selous Game Reserve

Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania,known for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife, including elephants and African wild dogs. Facing conservation challenges, the reserve offers a remote and authentic safari experience with activities like boat safaris along the Rufiji River.

Mikumi National Park

for wildlife viewing in Mikumi National Park, offering visitors a chance to witness the annual migration of zebras, wildebeests, and other herbivores. The park is renowned for its diverse ecosystems, encompassing acacia woodlands, open grasslands, and dense miombo woodlands, providing a rich habitat for a variety of wildlife.

Rubondo Island

Officially Tanzania’s smallest national park, tiny Rubondo Island on the heart of Africa’s largest lake packs a lot into its 240 square kilometres. Known as the Jewel of Victoria, Rubondo Island National Park boasts a unique diversity of flora and fauna including the endemic Sitatunga.

Udzungwa Mountains

A paradise for bird watchers, flower lovers and the primate seeking visitors. Udzungwe has many other mammals and maybe safari is not the typical safari game you’d expect of Tanzanian National Parks. It is an esoteric safari destination for true nature lovers.

Katavi National Park

The Katavi National Park offers the few visitors who make it there a taste of true wilderness with large wildlife herds such as buffaloes, elephants and hippos. Some of the attractions of Katavi National Park are Lake Katavi, the Katuma River and the Lake Chada floodplains.

Gombe Stream

It’s a great place to see chimps up close and personal as many of the family groups are habituated to humans. With the possible exception of Mahale Mountains National Park , no other park in Africa can offer such a magnificent experience with chimpanzees.

Mkomazi National Park

Offering fantastic views of Kilimanjaro and a large population of African game, Mkomazi is an often overlooked Tanzanian gem with a number of species easier to see here than anywhere else in Tanzania.