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Marc Harris is the Founder and Managing Director of Tanzania Odyssey and Africa Odyssey. Marc founded the companies in 1999 after a 2 year stint exploring and guiding all over Africa and still enjoys regular visits to this amazing continent. We are safari experts, long-established specialists in all aspects of African safari itinerary planning and ground management across sub-Saharan Africa. Therefore, whether you are dreaming of the ultimate walking safari through the heart of Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park or a champagne breakfast in the Masai Mara, whether you wish to encounter wild gorillas or enjoy the ultimate Indian Ocean island beach break, we will design the perfect itinerary for you.

The 5 best family lodges in Tanzania

By Marc Harris on May 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Family Travel, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

As we know, holiday plans around the world are on hold at the moment due to Covid-19. What better way to get through these troubling times, than to look forward to when this is all over and we can take that family holiday we have been dreaming of. I cannot think of many better countries

5 highlights from a trip to Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Apr 14, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

A Tanzanian safari epitomises the ‘safari dream’. With rolling grassy plains, lazy lions on kopjies, migrating herbivores and luxury tented accommodation, it is just as one would imagine a scene from Africa. There are however, so many different options when it comes to choosing where to stay on safari so below you will find some

The best reasons to visit Ruaha

By Marc Harris on Mar 13, 2020 in Africa, Regions, Tanzania

Although it is the biggest National Park in East Africa, Ruaha in the South of Tanzania is unheard of by most. The Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti in the North of the country are the headline stealers due to their popularity and the presence of the Great Migration and their Big 5 density, but down

The top 5 best value luxury Tanzania lodges

By Marc Harris on Feb 22, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

On most of the classic “fly-in” safaris, the lodges you stay at will all have a certain level of luxury which cannot be replicated on any other kind of holiday. The personalised safari experience really is unparalleled throughout the world of hospitality. The attention to detail, personalised service, friendly atmosphere and amazing food in the

The best beach hotels in Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Jan 16, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Featured, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

The characterful Zanzibar Island is Tanzania’s most loved and well-known beach spot. However, there are an awful lot of incredibly mediocre hotels on the island, so picking the right one really is make or break. Luckily, there are still a few excellent boutique hotels on the island. In the wider archipelago are the private islands

The best views in Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Dec 06, 2019 in Africa, Regions, Tanzania

A room with a view is always an attractive option. A room with a view over the wild Serengeti plains is an experience. I believe in the power of a great view, and that a dumbfounded jaw drop or sharp intake of breath epitomises the spirit of safari. Peering out onto miles of uninterrupted wilderness,

5 forgotten safari activities in Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Nov 03, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Safaris are one of the most popular holidays to go on. With the world becoming ever more connected, visiting these wild and untamed places is certainly still gaining popularity, especially with the rise of social media. Selfies from tourist hot-spots are the latest trend and there is a common misconception about safaris that I aim

Exploring western Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Oct 14, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Many of you may have never heard of Katavi and Mahale and this is understandable. Whilst the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti attract most of the media and tourist attention, the wildlife havens in the West of Tanzania are often left forgotten. Although the South of Tanzania has Selous and Ruaha which are both wild,

Escaping the crowds on a Tanzanian safari

By Marc Harris on Sep 11, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Safaris are meant to be full of blissful moments of serenity. Listening to the various calls of lapwings and rollers on the open plains, smelling the fresh water of the cascading rivers that meander through the landscape and the feeling of being at one with nature is the reason people travel half-way across the world

Everything you need to know about the Serengeti Great Wildebeest Migration

By Marc Harris on Aug 21, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

The Great Migration is an ongoing event in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park where a huge herd of 2 million big grazers (wildebeest, zebra and various antelope) make their way around the park following the rainfall in a roughly circular route in search for fresh pastures. It is often heralded as the most spectacular natural event

Last minute luxury safaris

By Marc Harris on Aug 02, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

When booking a safari, it’s often recommended to book at least six months in advance. This is normally ample time for there to be availability at your first choice lodge, but with many safari lodges having a limited capacity and peak season falling in the holiday period, demand often exceeds supply. We do however understand

Top 5 reasons to visit Selous

By Marc Harris on Jul 27, 2019 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Whilst gliding through one of the waterways that meander through Africa’s largest game reserve, you could be mistaken into thinking you’re in the heart of the Okavango Delta. With pods of hippos bubbling and buffalo wallowing, the myth that only Botswana produces such an iconic water experience is dispelled. Tucked into the South East of