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Adventure Tours in Tanzania

Are you ready to venture abroad, but picking between tropical beaches, rainforests, or icy mountain peaks is like trying to decide on a single froyo topping? Fear not, my indecisive friend, because Tanzania has it all. As one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, Tanzania boasts some of the most exciting adventures you’ll ever find. Trek Mt. Kilimanjaro (the highest peak in Africa), explore rainforests, visit impeccable beaches, traverse the Savanna, or check out amazing wildlife year-round (including one of the densest populations of lions in all of Africa). There is no doubt: adventures in Tanzania will be pure paradise for adrenaline junkies!
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47 Adventure Programs in Tanzania

three lioness in Naboisho
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Penda Photo Tours

Cultural Photo Tour, Tanzania

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International Medical Aid (IMA)

Group & Student Travel Opportunities | IMA Safaris Africa

IMA Safaris Africa, an initiative by International Medical Aid, o...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

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Kilimanjaro Tanzanite Safaris Ltd

Machame Route 7-Day Healthy Kilimanjaro Trekking

The Machame route is considered the best Kilimanjaro climbing rou...

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Astute Africa Safaris

10-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari Ultimate Wildlife Immersion

Marrying the best-loved locations of both countries provides a un...

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Travel For Teens

TFT: Tanzania Service and Safari

Hakuna Matata and a warm welcome to Tanzania! Get ready for the a...

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Rustic Pathways

Tanzania Travel Programs - Rustic Pathways

Tanzania is renowned for its safari experiences and indigenous cu...

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ARCC Programs

Kenya & Tanzania: Lighting Lives

Embark on a captivating journey to East Africa, exploring the stu...

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Projects Abroad

Global Leader In Meaningful Travel. Trusted By 130,000

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose....

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...

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FutureSense Foundation

Global Leadership Programme - FutureSense Foundation

Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January 2026 Join the Global Leade...

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World Unite!

Experience the True Maasai Life and Live in a Maasai Village

Ready for a profound cultural experience? World Unite! offers you...

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Putney Student Travel

Service Program: Tanzania

Travel to Tanzania, a beautiful and culturally diverse country in...

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Operation Kilimanjaro

4 Days Serengeti Safari

We arrange 4 4-day Tanzania Serengeti Safari Adventures to cover ...

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Safari Stride

Unforgettable Volunteering + Tanzanian Safari Experience

Explore some of the world’s best safari national parks while volu...

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Travel Hype Adventures

Adventure Travel and Tours in Tanzania

Travel Hype Adventures offers a range of safari tours, mountain t...

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Nyamera Treks and Safaris

Machame Route 7 Days – Kilimanjaro Hike

Nicknamed the “Whiskey” route, the Machame Route is a popular yet...

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Eatl Tour Company

Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater 3 Days

This tour to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation ...

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Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris

World Class Budget Camping and Lodge Safaris in Tanzania

Experience one of the best holidays you’ll never forget in Tanzan...

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Thomson Safaris

Family Safari Adventure in Tanzania

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A Guide to Adventure Travel in Tanzania

Locations

Located on the coast of Eastern Africa, Tanzania has a population of 47.6 million and welcomes a little over a million travelers every year. With fascinating tribal cultures as well as Arab and Indian influences, Tanzania is diverse not only in its flora and fauna, but also in its people.

Dar es Salaam. Historically a small fishing village, Dar es Salaam has grown into a multicultural hub with fabulous restaurants, historic buildings, and all the metropolitan sites you would expect from the largest city in Eastern Africa. It also happens to be the perfect jumping-off point (no, not literally! Although there are a couple bungee jumping spots in the area if that’s what you’re into.) for safari adventures in Tanzania. From Dar es Salaam, it will be easy for you to take a trip to Serengeti National Park to see some of the largest herds of lions, cheetahs, and zebras on the planet. We know you’ve been lifting up kittens like Baby Simba for years just waiting for this moment. The Serengeti will not disappoint; it is actually as gorgeous as a Disney movie (B.Y.O. Simba though).

Mafia Island. The most spectacular of the Spice Islands, this is a great place to call home for a few days while you check out the many adventures the Indian Ocean has to offer. Less of a Lion King fan and more of a Little Mermaid type? This is your spot. With some of the richest reefs in the world and a great diversity of ocean life, you can wave your little fin through cliffs and channels so breath-taking, even Ariel may have considered staying in the sea. Once you’re ready to dry off and soak up some sun, you’ll discover the sparkling white beaches are almost too good to be true. 

Moshi. Nestled at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, this is the perfect resting stop before and after you make the climb up (at least part-way) Africa’s tallest mountain. The town itself has a lovely market to visit during down time, and is also quite close to a few safari destinations: Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, and Arusha National Park. The climate in this area is pretty warm, so you may be glad to find out about the popular nearby swimming holes, Marangu Waterfall and Lake Nyumba ya Mungu.

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Where Healing Met the Highlands – My Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Experience with IMA

November 25, 2025by: Emily Teixeira - United StatesProgram: Group & Student Travel Opportunities | IMA Safaris Africa
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In addition to my Midwifery Internship Program with IMA, I also went on the Machu Picchu and Inca Trail hike. It was a beautiful end to the trip. Other interns and I hiked the six-hour Inca Trail to the Sun Gate and down to Machu Picchu. It was no easy feat, but one I am extremely proud to have taken on. Not only were the views and flora astonishing, but learning about Incan culture and history reignited the same sense of wonder I felt reading picture books about Machu Picchu when I was younger. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I will always be grateful for.

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