Pristine Trails Blog: Tanzania Travel Tips, Safari Guidance, and More…

Welcome to the Pristine Trails blog, your source for all things related to travel in Tanzania! Here, you’ll discover detailed travel guides, expert insights and inspiring stories to help you explore the wonders of East Africa.

If you’re getting ready for a mesmerizing trek up Kilimanjaro, a once-in-a-lifetime safari adventure, or a serene retreat by the beach, our blog is brimful of thoughtful advice and secret insights to make your journey unforgettable. Allow us to bring a touch of extra magic to your travels.

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Browse Our Tanzania Travel Blog: Safaris, Visits to Kilimanjaro, Magnificent Wildlife, and Much More

Hikers carrying backpacks trek through a scrubland with a snow-capped mountain in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Top 7 Reasons You Should Climb Kilimanjaro

Now is the perfect time to book a trip to Mount Kilimanjaro. Find out our top 7 reasons you should climb Kilimanjaro and how we can help you get there!
Orange tents set up on rocky terrain under a starry night sky with the Milky Way and a snowy mountain in the background.

Top 7 Travel Events in Tanzania

Explore some of Tanzania's most remarkable 2025 events with Pristine Trails! From Whale Shark Season to a Mt. Kilimanjaro Full Moon Trek! Read more…
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Traveling to Tanzania? See the latest COVID-19 travel advisory (Updated 20th February 2023)

The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has recently released an updated travel advisory, Travel Advisory No. 12, that lifts entry requirements for all travelers.
A group enjoys a picnic beside a safari vehicle in the grassy expanse of a national park's savanna.

10 Best Travel Tips for post-Pandemic Travel to Africa (Tanzania )

After a long hiatus, travel is back. I have put together this list to highlight important travel tips when traveling to Africa at this time.
Two people stand on a wooden platform in a national park, photographing a vibrant sunset over the lush landscape with scattered trees.

African Luxury Safari: 9 Benefits to Visiting Tanzania in the Low Season

World Travel Awards (WTA) announced Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park as Africa’s number one national park.
An airplane glides gracefully past a mountain peak, silhouetted against a cloudy sky at sunset, evoking dreams of traveling to Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes.

Traveling to Tanzania during the pandemic? See the latest travel advisory (Updated 17th March 2022)

The Government of Tanzania has released a new travel advisory update, effective as of 19 September 2021.
Woven baskets with geometric patterns hang on a wall, embodying a perfect touch for any Holiday Gift Guide. Below, covered baskets and a framed photo sit on a bench, next to a potted cactus.

Festive season gift guide: Gifts from Tanzania with purpose

We would like to highlight some beautiful, unique, and meaningful holiday gift guide ideas that give back to communities in Tanzania.
Two people sit at an outdoor table in a field, holding white mugs and smiling at each other, their laughter as warm as the Tanzanian sun. The table is set with plates and glasses, capturing the essence of this perfect stop on their travel itinerary.

Traveling to Tanzania during the pandemic? See the latest government travel advisory.

Traveling To Tanzania - The Government of Tanzania has released a new travel advisory update, effective as of 19 September 2021.
A herd of wildebeests grazes in the grassy expanses of the Serengeti, with acacia trees and a hazy sky painting the background.

The Show Must Go On: Why there has never been a better time to visit Serengeti

Learn why there has never been a better time to visit Serengeti and Pristine Trails can make your travel dreams come true.

Traveling To Tanzania During The Ongoing Pandemic

Pristine Trails cares about the health and safety of our travelers and is ready to welcome you when you are ready to travel.
A group of seven people in hiking gear pose and wave at a mountainous campsite, reminiscent of Kilimanjaro, with tents and rocky terrain in the background.

Kilimanjaro – What happens when I get to camp?

Pristine Trails Kilimanjaro Camp includes Trekking, resting in tents, twice daily a health check, hot and delicious food, making friends and more
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Our People: The Best on Safari and Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro guides are exceedingly experienced and skilled and safari guides are well-trained wildlife experts.