Know Before You Go
Whether you're traveling to witness the Great Migration or just want to learn more about Tanzania, peruse this array of helpful resources. Our wildlife guides, packing tips and safari stories will give you a true taste of wild Africa.
Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Kenya or Tanzania? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about African wildlife, weather and more.
Wildlife Guide
Learn about elephants, rhinos, regal predators, wildebeest and other wildlife you may encounter on your East Africa safari.
East Africa Conservation & Community
Read on to discover how our initiatives in Kenya and Tanzania help protect African wildlife, preserve culture and support community development.
Tanzania Weather & Climate
Find out the typical weather conditions in Tanzania during the dry and rainy seasons.
Packing List
We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your East Africa safari.
Travel Stories & Articles
How to Get Wall-Worthy Pictures of Africa’s Great Migration
—By Samantha Miller
Between January and March the epic journey of Africa’s most notorious wildlife begins in the south of the Serengeti, a region that spans the northern part of Tanzania. The largest animal migration in the world occurs here, and luckily for wildlife enthusiasts and experienced photographers, Natural Habitat Adventures provides a front row seat to this marvel.
Where the Wild Things Roam: The Great Migration and Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater
—By Jon Jared
Big adventures abound in Tanzania during the Great Migration. The Ngorongoro Crater plays host to almost all of Africa’s big mammals, including all of Africa’s Big Five...
Africa’s Amazing Birdlife
—By Laura Kiniry
Game drives, it turns out, don’t have to be all about lions and elephants. Some of the world’s smallest (and often, not so small) winged wonders are often fluttering about right before our eyes. Here are eight extraordinary avians to keep an eye out for on your next African game drive, or African safari with Nat Hab.
5 Steps to Become a Conservation Photographer
—By Rebecca Self
Would you like to move beyond capturing individual, artistic shots of nature or wildlife to craft narratives that raise awareness to protect places you hold dear? Then read on for five steps to become a conservation photographer...
Explore Nat Hab’s Photo Expeditions & Conservation Photography: Q & A with Our Photo Expedition Co-Directors
—By Rebecca Self
Meet Mike Hillman and Jim Beissel, Nat Hab’s Photo Expedition Co-Directors and discover what you can expect from these trips...
5 Ways an African Safari Contributes to More Sustainable Travel
—By Rebecca Self
At Nat Hab, we’ve been working for over 15 years to make your trips more sustainable, becoming the world’s first 100% carbon-neutral travel company and supporting conservation efforts and sustainable development worldwide...
