We are specialists in Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach packages! Arranging Tanzania safaris & tours in Tanzania is our core business at Tanzania Safari Desire. If you are contemplating traveling to Africa for your first African safari tour or coming back for a second or third time, then look no further. We are committed to making your dreams come true as we customize your tailor-made, bespoke Tanzania safari that will leave lasting memories throughout your life.
Tanzania as a country has been voted the best safari destination in Africa time and again, and Tanzania safari is our main focus. To spice up your wildlife safari we also arrange affordable beach vacation extensions to the ‘spice islands’ of Zanzibar (the legendary semi-autonomous archipelago). This is the most magical beach destination in Africa! In addition to Zanzibar Island, we also plan beach vacations in the less visited Pemba Island, Mafia Island, for the best beach vacations, diving, deep sea fishing, or Whale Shark watching.
We offer both Budget Tanzania safaris as well as luxury safari tours in Tanzania and Luxury Zanzibar beach vacations.
We have our headquarters located in Arusha; the base town for tours and safaris in Northern Tanzania so there is no ‘middle-man’ between you and us your premier Tanzania safari company. We arrange the most intriguing and awe-inspiring trips to national parks in Northern Tanzania, Southern Tanzania safari packages as well as the Western Tanzania Safari Circuit where you can visit to track the Chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
In addition to Tanzania safaris, we also arrange Mt Kilimanjaro climbing tours through all routes, both as independent tours or as combined trips that can include safari tours in Tanzania national parks, and even together with Zanzibar Island for beach holidays. We can easily tailor-make a great combined tour for you that includes all those highlights of any trip to Tanzania.
Flyer536081683032025-06-12Verified Best time in Southern Tanzania Natl. Parks with Safari Desire. Our safari driver was professional and informative. We saw beautiful countryside and lots of animals, including leopards!! Great time! Andreia H2025-06-12Verified Best guide! The Safari was amazing and out guide Stephen was the best part. If we ever come back we only want him hás a guide. Very friendly and knowlageble Liangyu Ma2025-04-07Verified Perfect and memorable hunting trip to Kenya and Tanzania kenyaWe recently completed a 13-day tour of Kenya and Tanzania, which was planned at the last minute, and the result was the most relaxing, eye-opening and enjoyable trip we've ever had. From start to finish, Lucas from Safari Desire was patient, kind, flexible and helpful. As a somewhat discerning traveller - especially my 80-year-old father, who is curious but also needs comfort and security - we are meticulous in every detail. Lucas understood that this might be a once-in-a-lifetime hunting trip for my father, and he did everything he could to make everything perfect.We consulted several hunting travel companies before booking, but Lucas stood out. He worked closely with us to review and confirm each destination and each hotel and camp. We made several changes during the program and he never pressed us. When it came time to pay, we initially hesitated because it was our first time working with Safari Desire. But Lucas allayed our concerns by providing a booking ID for each booking and sharing the company's registration and licensing information. This transparency allows us to move forward with confidence.Our adventure began in Nairobi, where we arrived after midnight for a quiet night in a comfortable, modern hotel, where we were greeted by the hotel driver. The next morning, we met Moses, a tour guide on a tour of Kenya. From the moment he greeted us with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm, we knew we were in reliable hands.Our journey in Kenya includes:• Amboseli National Park (2 days): Spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large herds of elephants.• Lake Nakuru National Park: A short stop filled with vibrant birds.• Maasai Mara (2 days): We witnessed an unforgettable lion hunt - a raw moment of life and death in the wild.Moses is simply fantastic. He is professional, attentive and committed to our safety and comfort. He never eats a meal on duty, is on high alert and meticulously maintains his vehicle. Every day he gets up early to give us the best chance of spotting wildlife. His enthusiasm and care made our trip to Kenya truly unique.After seven memorable days, Moses drove us to the Kenya-Tanzania border, where we met Charles, our Tanzanian guide. We were immediately impressed by Charles' calm, trustworthy demeanour and his pride in the country's natural beauty and cultural harmony.We explored it with Charles:• Serengeti National Park (3 nights): Extensive and full of wildlife, foggy mornings and endless plains leave us holding our breath.• Ngorongoro Crater: A tranquil paradise that feels like a dream, where nature is perfectly balanced.• Lake Manyara National Park: Known for tree-climbing lions and abundant wildlife, from monkeys and giraffes to elephants and exotic birds.Charles also satisfied our interest in the local arts and culture by taking us shopping - both to the local handicrafts market and to the more upscale arts centres. Our last night was spent near Mount Kilimanjaro, where we spent six good days and persevered to say goodbye to Charles.Throughout the trip, what really moved us was the deep respect and love for nature. We were moved by the importance that both countries attach to protection. National parks are sacred spaces where ecosystems flourish and are protected. It is also encouraging to see everyone in the tourism industry acting so professionally. We later learned that many people have undergone rigorous training to ensure that they provide world-class service.The hotel and camp far exceeded our expectations: clean, well-equipped, delicious food, attentive service with mosquito nets on the bed. Surprisingly, we hardly encounter mosquitoes - even in the wild.One of our most cherished memories is of the drive-through itself - sliding across the golden grasslands at sunrise, the early morning breeze blowing across our faces, watching wildlife coexist peacefully and harmoniously. We also enjoyed the magical sunset, the red sun shining on our shoulders - a moment that made us reflect deeply on the beauty and fragility of life.Getting to Africa once seemed like a daunting task. But with the right guide, it became a journey of wonder, serenity and deep connection.We extend our deepest gratitude to Lucas, Moses and Charles for making this adventure so extraordinary. We don't hesitate to recommend Safari Desire - and wholeheartedly. Camper5731432025-04-06Verified 13 Days Across Kenya & Tanzania: Flawless Planning and Unforgettable Moments We recently completed a 13-day journey through Kenya and Tanzania, planned at the very last minute, and it turned out to be the most relaxing, eye-opening, and heart-freeing trip we’ve ever taken. From start to finish, Lucas at Safari Desire was incredibly patient, kind, flexible, and accommodating. As slightly picky travelers—especially with my 80-year-old father who’s endlessly curious but also requires comfort and safety—we were meticulous about every detail. Lucas understood that this might be my father’s once-in-a-lifetime safari, and he went above and beyond to make it perfect.Before booking, we consulted with several safari companies, but Lucas stood out. He worked closely with us to review and confirm each destination and every single hotel and camp. We made several changes during planning, and he never once rushed us. When it came time for payment, we were initially hesitant since it was our first time working with Safari Desire. But Lucas eased our concerns by providing reservation IDs for every booking and shared the company’s registration and licensing information. This transparency gave us full confidence to move forward.We began our adventure in Nairobi, where we spent a restful night in a cozy, modern hotel after landing passing midnight and greeted by hotel drivers. The next morning, we met Moses, our guide for the Kenya leg of the trip. From the moment he greeted us with his warm smile and genuine enthusiasm, we knew we were in good hands.Our journey through Kenya included: • Amboseli National Park (2 days): Stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and large herds of elephants. • Lake Nakuru National Park: A brief stop filled with vibrant birdlife. • Masai Mara (2 days): Where we witnessed an unforgettable lion hunt—a raw moment of life and death in the wild.Moses was nothing short of amazing. He was professional, attentive, and deeply committed to our safety and comfort. He never ate heavy meals while on duty, stayed fully alert, and maintained the vehicle meticulously. Each day, he rose early to give us the best chances at spotting wildlife. His passion and care made our Kenyan safari truly special.After 7 unforgettable days, Moses drove us to the Kenya-Tanzania border, where we met Charles—our guide for Tanzania. Charles impressed us immediately with his calm, trustworthy demeanor and his pride in his country’s natural beauty and cultural harmony.With Charles, we explored: • Serengeti National Park (3 nights): Vast and teeming with wildlife, it left us breathless with its misty mornings and endless plains. • Ngorongoro Crater: A peaceful haven that felt like a dream, where nature thrives in perfect balance. • Lake Manyara National Park: Famous for tree-climbing lions and a rich diversity of wildlife, from monkeys and giraffes to elephants and exotic birds.Charles also accommodated our interest in local art and culture by taking us shopping—both at a local craft market and a more upscale art center. Our final night was spent near Mount Kilimanjaro, where we reluctantly said goodbye to Charles after six wonderful days.What truly touched us throughout this trip was the deep respect and care shown toward nature. We were moved by how seriously both countries take conservation. National parks are protected as sacred spaces for ecosystems to flourish. It was also inspiring to see how professionally everyone in the tourism industry conducted themselves. We later learned that many go through rigorous training to ensure they offer world-class service.The hotels and camps far exceeded our expectations: clean, well-equipped, with excellent food and thoughtful touches like mosquito nets over the beds. Surprisingly, we barely encountered mosquitoes—even in the wild.Some of our most cherished memories are of the drives themselves—gliding through golden grasslands at sunrise, the crisp morning air on our faces, watching wildlife coexist in peaceful harmony. We also experienced a magical sunset, with the red sun glowing on our shoulders—a moment that made us reflect deeply on life’s beauty and fragility.Traveling to Africa once seemed like a daunting endeavor. But with the right guides, it became a journey of wonder, serenity, and profound connection.We extend our deepest gratitude to Lucas, Moses, and Charles for making this adventure so extraordinary. We recommend Safari Desire without hesitation—and with full hearts. cindy_cc572025-03-17Verified A wonderful trii We had a wonderful trip. Elvis looked after us like family. He booked great accommodation for us, everything was organised efficiently and went like clockwork. Much appreciated. CC Stephen E2025-03-10Verified An unforgettable adventure We are just back from an 11-day safari trip we took with Safari Desire—the best experience of our lives. From the day we contacted Safari Desire, Lucas really went the extra mile to ensure everything we wanted was included. He heard our requests, customised the itinerary to our needs, and covered every detail.Once we got there, we had the good fortune to have Moses as our guide, and he made the entire journey 100% unforgettable. His extensive knowledge, keen eye for wildlife, and warm personality made each game drive a real adventure. He always knew the exact right places to be—front row to some of the most fantastic wildlife moments. He really did care for our safety and comfort!Our itinerary included Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Masai Mara, each offering something different.The lodges were grand, the vehicle was comfortable, and everything went smoothly.Special thanks to Lucas and Moses for making it all happen! Tamara F2025-03-09Verified Trip of a lifetime!! We had a great trip! Very friendly and accommodating group! My 5 year old son and I had an experience of a life time! We would definitely recommend this group! Imke D2025-02-21Verified Amazing part of our trip We went on a two day one night safari including flights from and to Zanzibar. Our guide Charles was there to pick us up from the airport and made us comfortable the entire trip. Food and drinks were well arranged as well as the hotel for the stay overnight. We visited the Tarangire park as well as the Ngorongo crater. Both parks were amazing and we were lucky enough to spot almost all animals including lions, giraffes, hippos and rhinos. Charles was amazing in teaching us about the animals, the parks and Tanzania in general besides being a great person to be around. On our way back to Zanzibar we had some issues with the flight, which was unfortunate, but our compliments to Charles by double checking all information for us and guiding is in the very busy airport of Kilimanjaro. Bianca S2025-02-04Verified Perfectly organizrd safari at a fair price! Hello Lucas,Thank you very much for a perfectly organized safari, great service and clean communication.Our guide Charles was really wonderfull 👍🏻The Marera lodge is superb ⭐️We will certainly recommend your company to others.Kind Regards,Christian and Bianca Sanne B2025-01-12Verified We hade an amazin safari 🤩 Our safari with Metele in Mikumi National Park was truly the best experience ever. We saw so many beautiful animals, including lions, lion cubs, elephants, a leopard, giraffes, zebras, and water buffalo. We had the best guide! Everything, from the ferry to the meals and the hotel, was perfectly organized. I would recommend it to everyone!