Northern Tanzania : Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar

The only full-length guidebook focused exclusively on northern Tanzania and Zanzibar, now in its thoroughly updated fifth edition.

Northern Tanzania is home to Africa's finest safari circuit, offering spectacular game-viewing year round. Centered on the legendary Serengeti National Park and its world-famous wildebeest migration, this region also encompasses the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire national parks. Beyond the reserves, the landscape is remarkably varied: discover the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, the scenic wonders of the Great Rift Valley, and lesser-known gems including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kondoa with its prehistoric rock art, the forested Arusha National Park, and Ol Doinyo Lengai—Africa's most active volcano.

This guide reflects the evolution of Tanzania's tourism landscape, tailored to anyone planning an upper-end or mid-range safari followed by a beach getaway. Written by acknowledged Africa experts Philip Briggs and Chris McIntyre, it prioritizes practical information and features the most detailed and authoritative accommodation listings available, with the authors carefully selecting the best properties across all price points. A color wildlife field guide provides valuable detail about the region's animals and where to spot them.

Complete your northern Tanzania experience with a stopover on the legendary Spice Island of Zanzibar, with its atmospheric old town, idyllic beaches and offshore reefs teeming with marine life. An essential travel companion for both first-time visitors and seasoned safari-goers, this is the most authoritative source available for exploring this extraordinary region.