Top 3 things to do this week
BEACHES
Relax on Zanzibar’s Beaches
Powder-white sands, turquoise waters, and swaying palms. perfect for swimming, relaxing and unforgettable sunsets.
WILDLIFE & ADVENTURE
Go on a Serengeti Safari
See lions, elephants and dramatic Great Migration crossings on a once-in-a-lifetime game drive.
NATURE & ADVENTURE
Hike the Slopes of Kilimanjaro
Enjoy a guided day hike through lush montane forest with sweeping views of Africa’s highest peak.
Ten Best Things To Do in Tanzania
NATURE & ADVENTURE
Hiking & Adventure
Summit Kilimanjaro, trek Meru, or try day hikes with sweeping views.
WILDLIFE & ADVENTURE
Wildlife Safari
From Serengeti to Ngorongoro-Big Five encounters and the Great Migration.
CULTURE
Cultural Experience
Meet Maasai, Chagga and more-crafts, music, food tours and hospitality.
EVENTS
Conventions & Events
Join international expos and B2B shows with TTB & partners.
BEACHES
Beach Experiences
Zanzibar, Pemba & Mafia-dhow cruises and dreamy sunsets.
Eco-Tourism
Eco-Tourism
Low-impact lodges, conservancies and guided nature experiences.
WELLNESS
Medical Tourism
Plan treatment with accredited providers and coastal recovery.
URBAN
Urban Tourism
Explore Dar’s creative scene & Arusha’s safari-town energy.
HISTORY
Historical Sites
UNESCO Stone Town, Bagamoyo, Kilwa Kisiwani and more.
FOOD
Gastronomy Tourism
Spice tours, Swahili seafood, coffee farms & markets.
What's happening this December
DECEMBER 2025
Explore Tanzania This Festive Season
Celebrate the festive season across Tanzania – from Zanzibar’s coastline and Serengeti’s quiet-season safaris to cultural escapes in Bagamoyo and Kilwa. Travel responsibly, support local communities, and enjoy end-year holidays in Tanzania.
JANUARY–MARCH 2026
Plan for Tanzania’s Green Season Adventures
The green season offers lush landscapes, vibrant birdlife, dramatic skies, and fewer crowds. Start planning your early 2026 adventure with unique safari, beach, and cultural experiences across Tanzania.
JANUARY–FEBRUARY 2026
Witness the Serengeti Calving Season
In the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area, thousands of wildebeest calves are born each day. This spectacular calving season is perfect for photographers and wildlife lovers planning their 2026 safari.
Plan Ahead – Upcoming Events
TRADE SHOW & ROADSHOW • INDIA
OTM & India Roadshows 2026
5–7 February 2026 (OTM Mumbai)
10, 12, 14 & 16 February 2026 (Roadshows)
Join Tanzania Tourist Board at OTM Mumbai and follow-up roadshows across key Indian cities. Strengthen partnerships, meet tour operators, and explore new products for the India market.
TRADE SHOW • MADRID, SPAIN
FITUR 2026 – IFEMA Madrid
21–25 January 2026
Meet Tanzania at FITUR 2026 in Madrid. Discover new travel experiences, discuss collaborations, and grow business opportunities in the Spanish-speaking markets.
TRADESHOW • JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
Meetings Africa 2026
24–26 February 2026
Connect with Tanzania at Meetings Africa 2026 and explore opportunities in the MICE segment – conferences, incentives, and corporate meetings across Tanzania’s top destinations.
TRADESHOW • MOSCOW, RUSSIA
MITT Russia 2026
11–13 March 2026
Tanzania will be showcased at MITT 2026 in Moscow, presenting safari, beach and cultural products to the Russian and CIS travel trade community.
TRADESHOW • BEIJING, CHINA
China Outbound Travel & Tourism Market (COTTM) 2026
24–26 April 2026
Join Tanzania at COTTM 2026 in Beijing and tap into the fast-growing Chinese outbound travel market with safaris, islands, and premium experiences.
GLOBAL TRADESHOW • BERLIN, GERMANY
ITB Berlin 2026
2–5 March 2026
Experience Tanzania at ITB Berlin 2026. Meet our delegation, explore new itineraries, and build strong partnerships with Tanzania’s tourism industry.
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