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Region Main Economic Activities Arusha Tourism, agriculture, livestock, horticulture, trade and mining Dar es Salaam Trade, manufacturing, financial services, transport, logistics, construction and tourism Dodoma Agriculture, livestock, grape farming, sunflower production, trade, mining and public services Geita Gold mining, agriculture, livestock, fishing and trade Iringa Agriculture, livestock, forestry, tea, tourism, manufacturing and trade Kagera Agriculture, banana and coffee farming, fishing, livestock, mining and trade Katavi Agriculture, livestock, fishing, forestry, beekeeping, tourism and trade Kigoma Agriculture, fishing, forestry, beekeeping, tourism and trade Kilimanjaro Tourism, coffee farming, horticulture, agriculture, livestock, trade and manufacturing Lindi Agriculture, fishing, forestry, livestock, mining, natural gas and trade Manyara Agriculture, livestock, tourism, mining, fishing and trade Mara Ag...

Water Source Where It Is Found Lake Victoria Mwanza, Kagera, Geita and Mara Lake Tanganyika Kigoma Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi) Mbeya and Ruvuma Lake Rukwa Rukwa, Katavi and Songwe Lake Manyara Manyara Lake Natron Arusha Lake Eyasi Arusha and Singida Lake Jipe Tanga Lake Chala Kilimanjaro Lake Babati Manyara Lake Basotu Manyara Lake Kitangiri Singida Rufiji River Iringa, Dodoma, Morogoro and Pwani Great Ruaha River Iringa and Mbeya Kilombero River Morogoro Ruvuma River Ruvuma and Mtwara Kagera River Kagera Malagarasi River Kigoma and Tabora Wami River Morogoro and Pwani Ruvu River Morogoro, Pwani and Dar es Salaam Mara River Mara Pangani River Kilimanjaro, Manyara and Tanga Kiwira River Mbeya Ruhuhu River Njombe and Ruvuma Songwe River Mbeya Nyumba ya Mungu Reservoir Kilimanjaro and Manyara Mtera Reservoir Dodoma and Iringa Kidatu Reservoir Mor...

Ethnic Group / Tribe Main Region(s) Sukuma Mwanza, Shinyanga, Simiyu, Geita, Mara, Kagera Nyamwezi Tabora, Singida, Katavi Haya Kagera Ha Kigoma Chagga Kilimanjaro Maasai Arusha, Manyara, Kilimanjaro Meru Arusha Arusha Arusha Iraqw Manyara, Arusha Datooga / Barabaig Manyara, Arusha, Singida Hadza Manyara Sandawe Dodoma Gogo Dodoma Rangi Dodoma Gorowa Dodoma Burunge Dodoma, Manyara Nyaturu Singida Nyiramba Singida Nyiramba Singida, Dodoma Hehe Iringa Bena Njombe, Iringa Kinga Njombe Nyakyusa Mbeya Safwa Mbeya Fipa Rukwa Pimbwe Katavi Bende Katavi Tongwe Katavi, Rukwa Bembe Kigoma, Katavi Goma Kigoma Holoholo Kigoma Zinza Kagera, Geita, Mwanza Shubi Kagera Hangaza Kagera Jita Mara, Mwanza Kuria Mara Zanaki Mara Ikoma Mara Ngoreme Mara Simbiti Mara Luo Mara Luguru Morogoro Kutu Morogoro Ngindo Morogoro, Lindi Ndamba Morogoro Zaramo Dar es Salaam, Pwani Kwere Pwani, Tanga Doe Pwani Shambaa Tanga Zigua Tanga, Pwani Bondei Tanga Di...

  National Park Region Arusha National Park Arusha Burigi-Chato National Park Kagera, Geita Gombe National Park Kigoma Ibanda-Kyerwa National Park Kagera Katavi National Park Katavi Kigosi National Park Kigoma, Tabora, Geita Kilimanjaro National Park Kilimanjaro Kitulo National Park Njombe, Mbeya Lake Manyara National Park Arusha, Manyara Mahale Mountains National Park Katavi, Kigoma Mikumi National Park Morogoro Mkomazi National Park Kilimanjaro, Tanga Nyerere National Park Lindi, Pwani, Morogoro Ruaha National Park Iringa, Dodoma, Mbeya Rubondo Island National Park Geita, Kagera Rumanyika-Karagwe National Park Kagera Saadani National Park Pwani, Tanga Saanane Island National Park Mwanza Serengeti National Park Mara, Arusha, Simiyu Tarangire National Park Arusha, Dodoma, Manyara Udzungwa Mountains National Park Morogoro, Iringa Ugalla River National Park Tabora

The northern and larger tourist section of the former Selous Game Reserve was officially upgraded to national park status in 2019 and is now called Nyerere National Park. The remaining southern section continues to be known as Selous Game Reserve. The Selous landscape is located in southeastern Tanzania and extends across parts of several regions, including Pwani, Morogoro and Lindi. Nyerere National Park covers more than 30,000 square kilometres, making it Tanzania’s largest national park. TANAPA currently describes it as covering more than 30,000 km² and featuring the Rufiji River, extensive woodlands, floodplains and wetlands. The remaining Selous Game Reserve covers approximately 18,000 square kilometres and remains under the management of the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA). The History of Selous The area received formal protection in 1896 during the German colonial period. In 1922, it became known as the Selous Game Reserve, named after Frederick Courtney Selous, a ...

Lake Manyara National Park is a wildlife destination in northern Tanzania, located at the foot of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park covers about 648.7 square kilometres and is known for its alkaline lake, groundwater forest, elephants, birdlife and tree-climbing lions. Where Is Lake Manyara National Park? The park is just south of Mto wa Mbu in northern Tanzania, about 125 km from Arusha by road. The drive from Arusha takes approximately 2–2.5 hours under normal road conditions. Lake Manyara is also conveniently located on the northern safari circuit, making it easy to combine with Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti. What Is Lake Manyara Famous For? The park is best known for: - Tree-climbing lions - Large elephant herds - Lake Manyara and its seasonal flamingos - More than 400 recorded bird species - Groundwater forests - Hippos and wetlands - Great Rift Valley scenery - Hot springs - Baboons and blue monkeys Tree-climbing lions are one of the park's main attractions, al...

Olduvai Gorge, officially known as Oldupai Gorge, is one of the world's most important archaeological sites for understanding human evolution. It is located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in northern Tanzania, between the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. The site has produced fossils, stone tools and other archaeological evidence spanning millions of years. Because of its importance to the study of early humans, Olduvai is one of the most significant archaeological destinations in Africa. Why Is Olduvai Gorge Important? Olduvai Gorge provides evidence of early human ancestors, their tools and the environments in which they lived. The archaeological record found here covers several geological layers and represents different periods of human evolution. Discoveries at Olduvai have helped scientists understand: - Early human evolution - The development of stone tools - Ancient environments - Early human behaviour - Changes in human anatomy - The relationship between ...

Tanzania’s islands has a combination of white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs, marine life, Swahili culture and peaceful tropical landscapes. Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia are among the country’s leading beach and island destinations. If you are planning a Tanzania holiday, adding an island escape to your itinerary can turn a safari trip into a much more complete experience. 1. Zanzibar Island Zanzibar is Tanzania’s best-known island destination and one of the most popular tropical getaways in East Africa. The island combines beautiful beaches with a fascinating history and Swahili culture. Visitors can spend their mornings relaxing beside the Indian Ocean, explore the historic streets of Stone Town, take a spice tour or discover the coral reefs surrounding the island. Zanzibar is also well suited to different types of travellers. Couples can enjoy romantic beach resorts, families can explore cultural and marine attractions, while adventure seekers can go snorkelling, diving, s...

Mwanza combines wildlife, islands, huge granite rocks, lake scenery, culture, food and city life in a way that feels very different.  The official Tanzania Tourism Board now includes Mwanza among the country’s urban tourism destinations, highlighting its food, crafts, nightlife and attractions around Lake Victoria.  Known as the Rock City, Mwanza has a landscape that immediately gives the city its personality.  Why Visit Mwanza? The city is strategically positioned for exploring parts of northwestern Tanzania. It can serve as a base for trips towards the western side of the Serengeti. There is Rubondo Island National Park that offers a completely different kind of wildlife experience on Lake Victoria.  For travellers who have already experienced Tanzania's famous northern destinations, Mwanza offers something different: less conventional urban tourism with nature and wildlife. Bismarck Rock: The Symbol of Mwanza If there is one image that immediately represents Mwanz...