The palm-lined beaches of Saadani National Park on the Indian Ocean coastline form the last remaining turtle nesting site on the country’s north coast. Adding to Saadani’s uniqueness, it’s the only coastal reserve where you can see big cats, elephant, buffalo and giraffe – although in admittedly low densities compared to the more famous big hitter parks. While here you must take a boat trip on the Wami River, do a guided bush walk and go birdwatching on the salt flats.

You probably wouldn’t come here for a standalone safari, but a good operator might help you add this to your itinerary after the Serengeti or one of Tanzania’s other more famous safari locations.