Tanzania
#3 in Best Places to Visit in Africa
Most tourists head to Tanzania to go on safari, but you’d be remiss if you didn’t save time for seeing the country’s other treasures. In addition to its animal-filled plains, Tanzania boasts otherworldly natural wonders, including red-hued Lake Natron, Ngorongoro Conservation Area’s expansive crater and Mount Kilimanjaro – the tallest mountain in Africa. For the ultimate adrenaline rush, book a climbing excursion up the continent’s famous mountain through a local tour operator.
Serengeti National Park
#4 in Best Places to Visit in Africa
If you’re enamored with the prospect of coming face to face with elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeests, then a safari through Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park is the adventure for you. The price will be steep, but a journey here affords an unforgettable experience. To save some coin, book one of the park’s campgrounds instead of staying at a high-end safari lodge or luxury tented camp. Plan on arriving in January, February or between June and September for the best game-viewing conditions.
