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BEACHES

Relax on Zanzibar’s Beaches

Powder-white sands, turquoise waters, and swaying palms. perfect for swimming, relaxing and unforgettable sunsets.

Wildebeest and zebra calving season in the Serengeti plains

WILDLIFE HIGHLIGHT

Witness the Calving Season

Experience the Serengeti’s most dramatic season as thousands of newborn wildebeest arrive - attracting big cats and creating unforgettable safari moments.

Hikers on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro

NATURE & ADVENTURE

Hike the Slopes of Kilimanjaro

Enjoy a guided day hike through lush montane forest with sweeping views of Africa’s highest peak.

What's happening this January 2026

JANUARY 2026 FEATURE

Bird Migration Season in Tanzania

January marks one of the best times for birdwatching in Tanzania. From wetlands and lakes to forests and coastal habitats, witness spectacular migratory birds in their natural environments across the country.

JANUARY 2026

Green Season Begins in Serengeti

January signals the start of the green season in Serengeti National Park. Lush landscapes, dramatic skies, newborn wildlife, and excellent photography opportunities define this magical time of year.

2026 Bucket List

Swipe through Tanzania’s must-do moments for 2026.

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Serengeti Awards 2026 official banner INVITATION ONLY

Serengeti Awards 2026

The Serengeti Awards will take place on Saturday, 31 January 2026 at Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha, recognising excellence in Tanzania’s tourism and hospitality sector.

  • Date31 January 2026
  • VenueMount Meru Hotel, Arusha
  • AccessInvitation Only
Castle Lite Unlocks live music event in Dar es Salaam FEB 2026 • DAR ES SALAAM

Castle Lite Unlocks: Dar es Salaam

A major live music and lifestyle experience under the Castle Lite Unlocks brand, delivering festival-style entertainment in Dar es Salaam.

  • DateSaturday, 7 February 2026
  • VenueLugalo Golf Club, Kawe
  • HeadlinerDavido

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events

Tanzania tourism stand at OTM and India roadshows

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.

International tourism fair halls at IFEMA Madrid

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.

Delegates networking at Meetings Africa tradeshow

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.

Travel exhibition stands at MITT Moscow

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.

International buyers at COTTM Beijing

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.

Crowds visiting stands at ITB Berlin

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.

Plan ahead for your Tanzania adventure

Thinking about visiting Tanzania? Start planning your journey now – from the best time to travel, to where to go and how to get here. Use these quick links to design a trip that fits your dreams.

Sunset over the Tanzanian savannah – best time to visit

Choose your travel season

Discover when to visit for migration, beach holidays, cultural festivals, or quieter off-peak escapes.

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Pick your destinations

From Serengeti and Ngorongoro to Zanzibar and beyond, explore Tanzania’s key regions and attractions.

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Design your experience

Safaris, islands, culture, meetings and incentives – browse signature experiences and sample itineraries.

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Practical travel information

Find details on visas, getting here, health and safety, local transport, and useful travel tips.

Travel information

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