Tanzania’s highlights
Welcome to the heart of Tanzania's wilderness, where Summa Tanzania Adventure invites you to explore the breathtaking Serengeti and Ngorongoro National Parks. Prepare to be amazed by the unparalleled beauty and rich wildlife that awaits.
The Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park,endless savannahs, dramatic sunsets, and some of the richest wildlife on the planet — safari heaven. Home to one of the world's largest concentration of wildlife and the majority of the Great Wildebeest and zebra Migration, is Tanzania's flagship and a must-visit for both first-time and returning safari visitors.
The name of the Serengeti National Park is derived from the Maasai people and literally means 'endless plains.' With an area of over 14,763 square kilometers, the park is the third largest national park in Tanzania.
In total, more than 3.5 million animals live in Serengeti National Park!
These include the big five elephants, lions, buffaloes,leopard and Rhinoceros, hippos, waterbucks, pigs, and various species of antelopes and primates, more than three thousand lions, around 225 cheetahs, about a thousand leopards, around 3,500 hyenas, and several hundred wild dogs.
Thanks to the beautiful and unique nature in this area, the park has been designated as part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. This means that the park is protected, allowing nature and the animals here to thrive in peace.
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The habitat of the Chagga at Marunga Falls
The Chagga live at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro near Marunga Falls. This North Tanzanian people make a living from banana cultivation and agriculture. For years, they hid in tunnels from the Maasai warriors who regularly entered their land in search of water and food. These unique tunnel systems can now be visited under the guidance of an enthusiastic Chagga guide and are one of the highlights of your Tanzania holiday. You can also hike to the waterfall of the same name, taste banana beer, and visit the huts of the local people. Definitely a fun activity to do during your tour through Tanzania!
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area
The Ngorongoro is a volcano comparable in size to Kilimanjaro (5895m). Both mountain peaks proudly tower over the vast, wildlife-rich savanna plains. This was the reality until the Ngorongoro volcano erupted around 2.5 million years ago, transforming into a gigantic caldera. Today, it is even the largest intact caldera in the world! The breathtakingly beautiful Ngorongoro Crater stands out in almost every safari through northern Tanzania due to its high concentrations of wildlife. The Ngorongoro Crater has the highest wildlife density per square meter in Africa.Finally, the fertile and mineral-rich soil on the crater floor is highly favored by the local Maasai, who graze their livestock there. During a jeep safari in the crater, you not only enjoy the highest density of wildlife in Africa, but you also capture stunning photos of passing Maasai people on their way with their goats and cows.
Experience for yourself with all your senses why the crater has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site!
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Enjoy on the bounty island of ZanzibarZanzibar
is both a historic and idyllic island. With its bloody slavery past, spice plantations, tropical beaches, and palm forests, this archipelago impresses its visitors. Relax on the beach of Nungwi, eat at the street market of Forodhani Gardens, and visit the slave fort in Stone Town. You can swim with dolphins in Kazimkazi, snorkel at Mnemba Island, and surf at Paje.
Kilimanjaro:
The Icon of TanzaniaKilimanjaro, besides a safari, is for many an important reason to visit Tanzania. Passionate climbers and motivated hikers attempt to scale Africa's highest free-standing mountain during a multi-day trek. Under the guidance of a guide and porters, they try to tame the Tanzanian giant in a battle against themselves. Even if you are not interested in climbing 'the Kili,' you can enjoy stunning views of this Tanzanian giant from Moshi or the Serengeti National Park. But as one of the main attractions in Tanzania, it is actually a must to include Kilimanjaro in your travel itinerary during your Tanzania vacation.
Lake Manyara:
The Elephant Paradise Lake Manyara is a lush and water-rich wildlife park in Northern Tanzania. The forested area is home to a large elephant population and houses rare tree-climbing lions. This special lion species is only also found in the Ishasha sector of Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park. After a beautiful safari, you can enjoy dance performances in the nearby Mto wa Mbu, play football on dusty fields, or buy textiles (kitenge) at the local market.
Tarangire
Scenically, Tarangire is the most beautiful wildlife park in northern Tanzania. The enormous national park has as its lifeline the wildlife-rich Tarangire River. The park is dominated by photogenic baobab and palm trees scattered throughout the hilly landscape. These trees can live for hundreds of years, and elephants use a special technique to extract moisture from them. In addition, the Tarangire River that runs through the park is the only other water source during this season. So you can imagine that this place is a paradise for large herds of up to 250 elephants. It provides unique opportunities to observe the interactions between elephant families. We will do a game drive through the park, depending on reported sightings of animals (mostly predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as they are harder to spot). The herbivores, such as giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, etc., are plentiful and easy to spot in the park.
Camping at the nature campsite of this beautiful national park is an experience in itself. Fall asleep to the honking of elephants and the howling of hyenas in the background. In my opinion, this experience is definitely one of the Tanzania highlights!
Tanzania off the beaten path: discover traditional Iringa
Iringa is not on the safari circuit that most tourists follow during a vacation in Tanzania. This southern Tanzanian city is a highlight for those who want to travel off the beaten path and experience Tanzania's colorful traditions. Here you will find Tanzanian nomads with huge herds of livestock, Maasai with impressive necklaces, and traders from Malawi and Zambia.
The landscape is desolate, the days are hot and the nights cold. Here, you eat beef with pilau rice and drink Kilimanjaro beer. Through beautiful hiking trails, you can discover the tranquility of the vast highlands. Iringa belongs on the list of less-visited attractions in Tanzania but is certainly a memorable stop. Iringa also hosts one of Africa’s largest national parks the Ruaha National Park
Enjoy Lake Victoria in Bukoba
Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa and forms the natural border between Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya. Bukoba is a typical Tanzanian town on this enormous lake. On the shores of Lake Victoria, you will find various campsites where you can enjoy an overnight stay next to the gently lapping water. There are also cozy bars, fish restaurants, and African discos. For those who do not want mass tourism but still want to enjoy sun and beach, Bukoba is a great destination for a holiday in Tanzania.
The small town of Bagamoyo,
With his old buildings in the historic center and friendly population, is becoming popular with travelers. The fishing village has a rich trading history and is currently on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The historic town of Bagamoyo is located about a two-hour drive north of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. Bagamoyo lies on the Indian Ocean in the east of Tanzania and the town has a rich history, including the slave and ivory trades, as well as efforts by Catholics and Muslims to spread their faith there.
Big Migration
Tanzania is home to one of the largest animal migrations on the planet: the Great Wildebeest Migration. Summa Tanzania Adventure ensures that you witness it.
Natural phenomena occur all over the world, but few can compete with the immense scale of the annual wildebeest migration through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. The sheer numbers alone are difficult to comprehend: up to 2 million animals – wildebeests, but also zebras and gazelles – follow the rain and their ancient instincts on a life-threatening journey of 3,000 kilometers (1,900 miles). It is drama on a truly epic scale: the migrating herds face all kinds of challenges and hardships as they move from one area to another. They are constantly attacked by predators, none as ferociously as by Africa's big cats – lions, leopards, and cheetahs – and the enormous crocodiles that await them at various river crossings.
Materuni Waterfall, Chemka Hot Springs, and a coffee tour
A walk from Materuni to the Kuringe waterfalls is perfect for those who want to experience Mount Kilimanjaro without actually climbing it! From Materuni, a local guide takes you on a beautiful 40-minute walk to the amazing 70-meter-high waterfall. At 2,500 meters above sea level, the trail passes through valleys and tropical rainforests, with stunning wide views and plantations full of coffee, bananas, and avocados.
A highlight is the coffee plantation where you can participate in the coffee-making process. Taste the delicious coffee and the delightful lunch prepared for you by the team.
The Chemka Hot Springs are an oasis in the hinterland of Kilimanjaro, located 40 kilometers from Moshi. At these idyllic underground springs with crystal-clear, turquoise water, you can enjoy perfect tranquility. The pond is very deep, in some places up to 10 meters, but the water is so clear that you can always see the bottom clearly.
Mafia Iland
Mafia Island is a beautiful, undiscovered island in Tanzania, famous for its crystal clear waters, rich marine life and tranquil atmosphere.
Mafia Island is the smallest and southernmost of the three large islands off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean. The island is located about 20 km from the coast, making it easily accessible by boat. Whales, whale sharks, turtles, and rays can be found here, and it's a popular destination for divers and snorkelers. The coral reefs surrounding the island are among the most beautiful in the world, with approximately 400 different species of fish and more than 48 types of coral.
Mafia Island is a hidden gem that offers a unique combination of natural beauty, rich marine biodiversity, and authentic local culture, perfect for an unforgettable travel experience.
Mafia Island is a wonderful end to your safari holiday
Olduvai Gorge
Olduvai Gorge contains the earliest remains of our human and pre-human ancestors. Paleoanthropologists have discovered hundreds of fossilized bones and stone tools dating back over 2 million years.
The gorge was made most famous by the work of the "First Family of Paleontology," Louis and Mary Leaky. It all began in 1959 when Mary discovered parts of a skull and upper jaw of a previously unidentified hominid. Over a week, the Leaky family uncovered 400 pieces of a nearly complete skull, similar to other discoveries by Raymond Dart and Robert Broom in South Africa. The Leaky family classified their find as a new category of Australopithecus and named it Zinjanthropus Boisei, which experts later renamed Paranthropus Boisei. At 1.75 million years old, it was the oldest known hominid. The work of the Leaky, Dart, and Broom families finally brought Africa to the world's attention as the place where humanity originated.
The Olduvai Gorge site is protected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority. The Olduvai Gorge Museum is managed by the Tanzanian Department of Cultural Antiquities. Ngorongoro, including Olduvai, has been designated a United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site.
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