For the months April and May we offer up to 20% discount on our Lodge Safaris!

A Safari vacation in Tanzania - Travel experience for a life time An African Safari ("Safari" means travel in the Swahili language) allows you to explore an astonishing diversity of landscapes, abundant wildlife and fascinating cultures in Tanzania while visiting the famous National Parks within Northern Tanzania.

The vast open plain of Serengeti National park with the largest concentration of wildlife in the world and famous for annual Serengeti wildlife migration, Africa's Eden the unique Ngorongoro Crater, the spectacular Manyara Nationalpark in the Great Rift Valley with its tree climbing Lion, Tarangire National park, famous for its ecosystem with huge Baobab trees and large herds of Elephants and Arusha National park hidden treasure on the foothills of Volcanic Mount Meru will make your visit to East Africa unforgettable. A Kilimanjaro climb is one of the most exciting experiences when you travel in Africa.

We also organize flight booking within East and South Africa and booking for luxury Hotels in Zanzibar and Camping Safari

We are dedicated to plan your perfect personal Tanzania Safari We are a Zanzibar and Arusha based tour operator and have been in the travel business for the past 5 years specializing in Tanzania travel. Our staff originates from the region, with perfect knowledge about african wildlife and the different cultures. We are dedicated to helping you plan your perfect private Safari, with expert, informed advice whether you are a first time or experienced traveler. At Dove Safaris, we do not have regular departures like most tour operators in Tanzania, instead we customize each itinerary to suit the individual's or group's wishes. Your timings are only limited by Flight schedules - and your imagination! We are specialized in honeymoon travel, Safari in an exclusive African style and Zanzibar holidays in romantic hotels on Zanzibar, furthermore in group travel, family Safaris and budget camping Safaris.

Zanzibar - Mystical Island in the Indian Ocean Although your african safari adventure is sure to be one of the most memorable and satisfying travel experiences you'll ever enjoy, there are more wonders to behold. A different kind of adventure awaits those of you who decide to extend their travel to East Africa and visit the mystical, beautiful island of Zanzibar. We offer different packages on Zanzibar, in luxury hotels Zanzibar, beautiful bungalows hotels and beach resorts. This part of the journey is a retreat, a chance to find an earthly paradise in a unexpected mystical place!

African safari adventure in Kenya and Mombasa beach Holidays

Relax on a tropical beach enjoying the glorious Kenya sunshine or experience the ‘Real Africa’ and combine your Kenya holiday with our range of 1, 2, 4, 6 and 7 night safari options - it’s up to you! Most of our safaris can be included within a 7 or 14 night beach holiday in Kenya allowing you the freedom and flexibility of creating your own, very special, once in a lifetime experience.

Kenya is the original home of Africa safari holidays (safari means travel in Swahili). It is the most popular African lion safari country for exclusive luxury holidays, Africa wildlife safaris and budget African safari vacations. History has it that Man’s earliest ancestors may well have originated here in Africa, Turkana, Northern Kenya as long as five million years ago. Whatever your safari dream, Dove Safaris is your utmost African safari adventure.

There are six established routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Shira, Rongai and Umbwe. The Marangu, Machame, and Umbwe routes all approach from the south of the mountain (Mweka is used only for descent). The Lemosho and Shira routes approach from the west. The Rongai route approaches from the north.

Marangu route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a gradual ascent on well-maintained tracks.Marangu Hiking towards the summit there is a steep zigzag scree path up to Gilman's Point. The Marangu route then flattens out to hike around the crater; Marangu 'the coca cola route' is the most popular route. More details can be found on the Marangu Route page

Machame route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a scenic route with the highest summit success rate because of the up and down nature of the climb - hiking high and sleeping low is good for acclimatization. There is a challenging almost sheer wall to climb - Baranco wall. However, it's easier than it looks. More details are available for Machame Route

Rongai route of Mount Kilimanjaro begins with a rough drive to the eastern slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The road can be difficult in bad weather. Easy and gradual hiking for the beginning of the ascent but hiking days get longer. The route joins Marangu route at Kibo Hut for the summit ascent. The Rongai Route program page has more details

Lemosho route of Mount Kilimanjaro starts with a rough drive through western Kilimanjaro to Londrossi gate. Remote and spectacular with dramatic gorges and views of West Kilimanjaro Climbers join Machame route for the summit ascent after a tough hike on Shire Plateau (weather exposed) - see the Lemosho Route for more information

Umbwe route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a spectacular and little used route with steep gorges, glaciers and panoramic views. The trail gains altitude quickly and involves some tough scrambling. Climbers need a good level of fitness and must be prepared for a steep ascent, which may increase problems with altitude sickness. For more information on Umbwe Route check out the program page