Tanzania [ /ˌtænzəˈniːə/ ] “Uhuru na Umoja”

If you’re looking for the best place for an African safari then look no further than Tanzania. Located in the East of the African continent, lies the United Republic of Tanzania, a large country with vast savannahs, craters, and splendid wild animals, washed by the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean to the east. German and British colonialism along with Arabic influences from past centuries have beautifully blended with the country’s different ethnic, linguistic and religious groups, forming altogether a unique place.

Dotted with numerous touristic attractions, you will soon realize that the uniqueness of Tanzanian adventure is unbeatable. Nestled in the northern part of the country lies the magnificent ecosystem, proud of being one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, thanks to the largest terrestrial mammal migration in the world. Rising above the Serengeti, stands Africa’s highest mountain, the impressive Mt. Kilimanjaro that has inspired several authors and filmmakers. Not far from here, the famous volcanic Ngorongoro Crater offers some of the most outstanding game viewings of the Big Five (, elephant, , buffalo, and rhino).

Western from Serengeti, the famous , sharing its beauty between Tanzania, , and Uganda is the continent’s largest lake. Activities like boat trips, bird watching or fishing trips are common around here. Tanzania also hosts one part of the deepest lake in Africa, the Lake Tanganyika, which is home to unique species of fish, like the unusual cuckoo catfish.

About Tanzania

Annual Rain Fall COUNTRY SIZE: 947,303 sq km (365,756 sq mi)

CURRENCY: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

LANGUAGES: Swahili

ETHNIC: There are more than 100 distinct ethnic groups and tribes in Tanzania. Annual Temperature CAPITAL: Dodoma

AIRPORTS: Julius Nyerere International Airport,

POPULATION: 55.5 million (2016)

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Travellers are advised to see a doctor or visit a travel clinic at least three weeks before leaving for Tanzania. Visitors should consider vaccinations for hepatitis A, typhoid, yellow fever and polio. TANZANIA Seasonal Highlights

NOV DEC - MAR APR - MAY JUN - OCT

The sunny climate and high elevation of North Tanzania ensures comfortable, spring-like temperatures for wildlife viewing year round, as opposed to many lower lying areas in Africa that can get very hot and muggy. Temperatures in the rarely exceed 85 degrees and it is unusual for temperatures to drop below 55 degrees. There are two main seasons in Tanzania including a dry season (June through November) and a green season (December through May) though even in the green season it is mostly dry, warm and sunny (rainfall is limited to a couple inches during an entire month and rarely impedes game drives)

January and February This is the short dry season, before it really starts bucketing down in March. If it has rained during the short rains, then it normally dries up for a few months.

March to May This is the long rainy season, with the typical and predictable tropical afternoon heavy rain shower. With daily temperatures above 30°, the evaporating rainfall immediately raises the humidity. Sort of like raining upwards.

June to October The long dry season. Blue skied and sunny weather - with hardly any rain. Perhaps the occasional light shower. The daily average temperature gradient depends on your location and altitude - Cooler at the coast, and hotter inland. These are the best wildlife viewing months in Tanzania.

November to December The short rains - unreliable as they are unpredictable, these light showers are over as quickly as they appear.

TANZANIA TANZANIA Places of Interest IN TANZANIA

Kilimanjaro The Kilimanjaro makes for an accessible climb even for those with no mountaineering experience. That said, the highest mountain in Africa should not be underestimated, as it is often the more experienced climbers who need to turn back before reaching the summit. Combine the 7 day climb with a safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

Selous

The Southern Circuit is a favorite with seasoned safari-goers and offers a more relaxing approach to game-viewing than the busy North. Selous is one of the biggest game reserves in the world and known for man-eating , massive herds of elephants and rustic luxury experiences. Combine with .

Ngorongoro The Ngorongoro is the heart of Maasai-land and the cradle of all of mankind. No Tanzania safari is complete without a game drive in the worlds’ largest caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is the most densely mammal-populated conservation area. Be sure to visit Oldupai Gorge too, as well as Ndutu where the Great Migration passes yearly.

TANZANIA What to do IN TANZANIA

Cheetah’s Rock Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area Nungwi Beach AIM Mall

Cultural Heritage Centre Meserani Snake Park Slipway Shopping Center

Tanzanite Experience The School of St Jude Paje Beach

Bongoyo Island Materuni Waterfalls Big Body With Tatata Spice Farm

Nakupenda Beach Lake Duluti

Mbudya Island Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park Engare sero waterfall

Kikuletwa Hotsprings Jambo Spice Farm Chumbe Island Coral Park

Prison Island - Changuu Private Island Mount Kilimanjaro angawizi Spice Farm

Ngurdoto Crater Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral Coastal Fast Ferries

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