Tanzania is a land of many lakes and rivers traversing lands rich in wildlife. The waterways provide an excellent natural setting for boat safaris and canoeing, usually as an add-on to a game drive itinerary. From the boat or canoe guests would have a different approach to viewing game and birding, not to mention the sheer thrill of cruising past hippos and other amphibian / riverine wildlife.

Boat safaris are popular on the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve and on River Wami bordering Saadani National Park. Canoeing is conducted in the Momella Lakes within Arusha National Park and at Lake Duluti near Arusha town.

A truly magical addition to your game drives and stay in the iconic Serengeti or Tarangire National Parks is a thrilling balloon safari. Imagine drifting silently above the breathtaking landscapes as the golden hues of the sunrise paint the horizon, offering a bird’s-eye view of the sprawling wilderness and the wildlife roaming freely below. This experience is not just a journey through the skies; it’s a moment to feel utterly connected to nature’s grandeur.

The adventure begins in the early hours before dawn, with a pickup from your lodge under a blanket of twinkling stars. As you journey to the launch site, you might catch glimpses of nocturnal creatures wrapping up their nightly escapades. The anticipation builds as the massive balloon inflates, and as the first rays of sunlight kiss the horizon, your balloon gently ascends, lifting you into a world of awe and wonder.