- Private
- Mid-Range
- Lodge & Tented Camps
- 4 Days
- 1930 Per Person
You Visit: Katavi National Park
Best Time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Discover The Western Circuit
Embark on a captivating journey through Tanzania’s Western Circuit, where untamed wilderness and cultural heritage converge to offer a truly immersive and unforgettable experience. Starting from the bustling city of Mwanza, perched on the shores of Lake Victoria, travelers are introduced to the vibrant spirit of the region. From there, the adventure unfolds into a world of breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity, with highlights including the remote and pristine wilderness of Katavi National Park. Here, vast floodplains teem with wildlife, from herds of buffalo and elephants to elusive predators such as lions and leopards. Continuing the journey, travelers venture into the untouched beauty of Mahale Mountains National Park, where lush forests provide a sanctuary for chimpanzees and other primates.
Trek through the dense foliage in search of these fascinating creatures, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of this remote mountain paradise. Along the way, encounters with local communities offer insights into traditional Tanzanian culture and way of life, adding depth and authenticity to the adventure. Concluding the circuit, the serene shores of Lake Tanganyika beckon, offering a perfect finale to an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s Western Circuit. With its blend of natural wonders and cultural treasures, the Western Circuit promises an enriching and transformative experience for those seeking adventure off the beaten path.
Western Circuit
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Popular Destinations to Visit in the Northern Circuit
Featuring heavily on our itinerary ideas for visiting Tanzania, these places are destinations that we know prove consistently popular with our travellers. How you choose to include them in your trip can be tailored into a route that best suits your preferences.
Suggested itinerary featuring Tanzania Western Circuit
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Tanzania Western Circuit, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
- Private
- Luxury
- Lodge & Tented Camps
- 8 Days
- 4300 Per Person
You Visit: Mahale Mountains National Park, Katavi National Park, Gombe Stream National Park
Best Time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
- Private
- Luxury
- Lodge & Tented Camps
- 4 Days
- 2800 Per Person
You Visit: Mahale Mountains National Park
Best Time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
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We have been receiving outstanding reviews from our clients, and Fondness Vacations is proudly rated 5/5 by our customers. This honor is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to ensuring that every aspect of our clients’ safari experiences is fully tailored to their needs. We go above and beyond to make sure their adventure is nothing short of exceptional and satisfying.
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chiara b2025-08-15Highly recommended experience The tour operator helped us organise the tour and everything was perfect. We saw lots of animals and leart a lot about all the species that live there!VerifiedFrancesco L2025-08-15100% suggested experience Unforgettable experience! The safari was perfectly organised from the beginning to the end. Both the tour operator and the guide are really expert and will help you in every details of the trip!VerifiedNickson M2025-07-08Amazing Day - Safari Trip Worth every penny spent. For those who want to get a day trip safari this is one of a kind with Fondness Vacations, Steve team was incredible from start to end. The guide Jephter was amazingly a kind driver he made us feel as special and elaborated to us wonderful knowlegde about the park Tarangire, though steve wasnt with us during the safari, we felt his presence. We recommend this agency endlessly.VerifiedGila Z2025-04-12Big Five guaranteed - absolutely great The Safari with Fondness Safari Tour was great. I was 4 days on the road in the Serengeti/Ngorogoro crater, all drivers absolutely nice and accommodating, I did not have to carry my luggage myself. Our guide Godson was absolutely top-notch, professional know-how, joy in the animals, respect for the animals, insane driving skills. The Jeep was super equipped with charger in every place, water, Coke, beer and wine included, as was the food.We saw the Big 5 and had incredibly beautiful, touching moments. Stephen and his team do everything they can to make the guest feel comfortable. The accommodations are appealing, depending on the budget you have booked. Overall a great experience. Stephen and his team are fully committed to the welfare of their guests. Overall a great experience🙏 CongratulationsVerifiedKelly M2025-04-035 Day Safari I had an incredible time on my 5 day safari through Tarangerie, Serengeti and Ngorogoro! From the moment I enquired to book until getting dropped off on the last day, the service from Fondess Vacations was 10/10! Accommodation, food, the tour guide, the vehicle - everything was perfect! We managed to see every animal on my tick list, of course including the big five so I am extremely happy! If you’re thinking of doing a safari with Fondness Vacations I would highly highly recommend, you will not regret it!VerifiedLogan Nixon2025-03-28I highly recommend this Fondness Vacation Tour and Safari. I had an absolutely amazing experience exploring Serengeti National Park with Tanzania Safari Fondness Vacations Tours & Safaris, We saw the endless herds of wildebeest, zebras, and even a thrilling lion hunt and every game drive felt like a new adventure. It was only a three-day trip, we are very happy. I recommend this Fondness Vacations Tours & Safaris. It is very good for trips to visit wild animalsVerifiedJared Hickle2025-03-07My experience was memorable Enjoyed and wais happy of the safar... they were on time and made sure my experience was memorable. Very organised. Saw the animals i wanted to see and more.. it was a comfy safari jeep with top view.. my driver and guide was good and made sure I was comfy and made it to my next destinatioj after. I will definitely book again for future travels.VerifiedFelipe Planells2025-01-10THE BEST safari experience I’ve had! Everything was exceptional. Flawless service since the beginning. Stephen understood my needs as a traveler & photographer and crafted the BEST SAFARI experience I’ve ever had; and this was my tenth! Me and my family were treated with so much love and care by everyone, specially Jephter, our amazing guide who did everything to turn our safari dream into a mesmerizing memory. Special thanks to Dr. Po, our incredible chef, who cared for us during the whole experience cooking with so much dedication the most delicious meals we’ve had in Tanzania.Stephen & Fondness Vacations Team, Asante Sana!VerifiedCaden E2024-12-16Helpfully and unforgeable tour My friend and I booked Hobby Vacation Tours and Safaris for 10 days. Godson was an amazing tour guide! He had so much knowledge about animals and saw them from a distance. He was kind enough to let us borrow his binoculars and explain exactly where to look! He took great care of us. Explained to us every step of the way where we were going answering all our questions. The car was always very clean, we got to see the big five and were always made sure we were ok. Looking for an amazing experience I highly recommend Choice Vacation Travel and Safaris!VerifiedClay P2024-12-07it was a very good tour I traveled with very luxury fondness vacation tours and safaris and I learned a lot and most importantly I saw these big five animals and different species of birds it was a very good tour. Our guide was Athumani and he was knowledgeable and friendly. Athumani helped us see different species of animals and you treated us very friendly from start to finish. Many thanks Sneh Vacation Tours and Safaris
