Lake Manyara
Situated along the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park is built around a shallow soda lake that makes up two-thirds of the park’s area. It is a favourite among birdwatchers, with over 400 species recorded. During the wet season (March–May, November), the lake hosts large flamingo flocks, though the changing lake chemistry means flamingos […]
Arusha National Park
The most conveniently located park on the northern circuit, Arusha National Park is less than an hour from both Arusha and Moshi. Despite this, it remains pleasantly uncrowded. The park features lovely and varied landscapes, and is home to Tanzania’s second highest mountain, Mt Meru — a spectacular 4-day trek in its own right. Wildlife […]
Tarangire National Park
Beautiful and often underrated, Tarangire is home to the highest concentration of elephants anywhere in Africa. The Tarangire River is the only water source in the area during the dry season, drawing enormous numbers of animals and making the park exceptional from January–February and July–October. The landscape is dramatic and distinctive — dotted with ancient […]