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About Tanzania

A land of breathtaking landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and warm hospitality — home to some of the most spectacular natural wonders on Earth.

Welcome to Tanzania

Tanzania is East Africa's largest country and one of the most biodiverse nations on Earth. From the sweeping plains of the Serengeti to the pristine shores of Zanzibar, from the snow-capped summit of Kilimanjaro to the ancient caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater — Tanzania offers experiences found nowhere else on the planet.

With over 40% of its land area protected as national parks and reserves, Tanzania is a sanctuary for wildlife. The country hosts the largest population of wild animals in Africa and is one of the last places on Earth where vast herds of animals roam freely across open plains.

Dodoma

Capital

Dar es Salaam

Largest City

Swahili & English

Languages

Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

Currency

~65 million

Population

947,303 km²

Area

EAT (UTC+3)

Time Zone

Tropical

Climate

Natural Wonders of Tanzania

From vast savannas to volcanic craters, Tanzania is home to some of the world's most spectacular landscapes and ecosystems.

14,750 km²of wilderness

Serengeti National Park

Home to the Great Migration — over 1.5 million wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of zebra traverse these endless plains in the world's largest overland migration.

600mdeep caldera

Ngorongoro Crater

The world's largest intact volcanic caldera, sheltering over 25,000 large animals including the endangered black rhino. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

5,895mabove sea level

Mount Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest peak at 5,895 metres. This free-standing volcanic mountain draws climbers from around the world to its snow-capped summit on the equator.

50+pristine islands

Zanzibar Archipelago

A spice island paradise with white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and the historic Stone Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site blending African, Arab, and Indian cultures.

A Kingdom of Wildlife

The Big Five

Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros — all found in Tanzania’s national parks.

Great Migration

Over 2 million animals migrate annually between the Serengeti and Kenya's Masai Mara.

800+ Bird Species

From flamingos at Lake Manyara to martial eagles soaring above the Serengeti.

Marine Life

Whale sharks, dolphins, and sea turtles along the Indian Ocean coast and Mafia Island.

The Heart of Tanzania

Tanzania is home to over 120 ethnic groups, each with their own traditions, languages, and customs. The Maasai, with their vibrant red shukas and deep connection to the land, are perhaps the most recognised, but Tanzania's cultural tapestry extends far beyond any single group.

Swahili — Tanzania's national language — is a bridge between these diverse communities and has become one of Africa's most widely spoken languages. The warmth and hospitality of the Tanzanian people, captured in the greeting “Karibu” (Welcome), makes every visitor feel at home.

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