Choose from traditional game drives, boat safaris to get up close to the hippos, or walking safaris to take a slower approach to understanding the flora and fauna of the Selous National Park. Where to stay : Roho ya Selous. Set on a hill overlooking the water, Roho ya Selous sits in the very heart of the Selous Game Reserve. The Selous is larger than Switzerland and is home to just a handful of small safari camps, ensuring an exclusive safari experience. Privacy and exclusivity rule at this tropical paradise.
Matemwe Beach is one of the most peaceful places on this lush tropical island. With a shallow, coral-fringed lagoon, it is the perfect place for a tropical beach holiday or to relax and unwind after a busy game-viewing safari.
Just off the coast is the world-famous Mnemba Atoll, said to provide some of the best diving and snorkeling on the continent. The waters off these mesmerising coral reefs provide brilliant sightings of colourful reef fish, turtles and many species of dolphin, while the deeper Indian Ocean gives you the chance to see humpback whales on their annual migration route between July and November.
Where to stay : Matemwe. The Matemwe properties are perched on an outcrop overlooking a shallow coral-fringed lagoon, with the Indian Ocean glittering ahead. The long stretch of beach has not been noticeably altered by tourism and it remains an important thoroughfare for locals.
Fishing and seaweed harvesting are still key to the local economy — at high tide, fishermen can be seen sailing across the lagoon in their dhows. The lodge has a close relationship with the local fishing village, Matemwe Village, situated under the palm trees on the far side of the beach. The Masai people originated in theNile Valley in Northern Africa and migrated south around the15th century with their cattle.
Once considered fierce warriors and feared by all tribes in thearea, the Maasai lost much of their power in the 19th century. Intribefighting was detrimental to the growth of the tribe as awhole and combined outbreaks of human and cattle disease,followed by severe droughts, decimated both the herds andpopulation of the Maasai.
As a result, the masai tribe lost lands theyhad already conquered and when the British and Germancolonisers arrived, the Maasai were in no position to avoidcolonial conquest and their lands diminished. Nevertheless, the Maasai turned their backs upon the prizesand temptations offered by the West, and despite education,civilization and western cultural influences they remainedfaithful to their ancestry and traditional way of life, making themthe strong symbol they are today of East African culture.
Read more about this East African tribe here. Lying in the southwestern corner of Lake Victoria, the whole of Rubondo Island is given over to conservation. One of the most undisturbed ecosystems on the planet, Rubondo is a paradise for wildlife. Where to stay : Rubundo Island Camp. Tropical forests provide a protected habitat for wildlife that includes sitatunga, elephant, giraffe, species of birds and wild chimpanzees.
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Umbwe Route - the route is the most demanding and adventurous route of Kilimanjaro that initiates from the south of the mountain. If you are looking for a challenging hike with fewer crowds go for Umbwe. Not only have various routes, but a Mount Kilimanjaro climbing also takes the trekkers through 5 different climate zones.
Created in Katavi National Park is a less-visited yet beautiful national park residing in the Katavi region of Tanzania. Spreading across 4, square kilometers the national park is the 3 rd largest national park of Tanzania. If you are looking for visiting a quiet place during your Tanzania Safaris, Katavi would be the best one. Visited yearly by 1, to 2, foreign visitors, Katavi offers few never to forget scenes.
You can explore little iconic scenery like;. Kituma River, beautiful reddish-golden sunset, walking safari, witnessing some crocodiles, and spiritual trees of Katavi. The national park offers a decent amount of wildlife including; Cape Buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, elephants, cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, leopards, and lions.
Rubondo National Park is all about exploring various activities- boating, walking, beach exploration etc. The national park is the 10 th national park of Tanzania as well as the only national park on the shorelines of Lake Victoria. Acquiring sq km the national park is one of the tranquil places with 11 smaller islets. Offering breath-taking views and sandy lake shorelines the national park is one of the tranquil places to spend some relaxing time.
If you are a vivid bird watcher you can plan your Tanzania Safaris to Rubondo Island Park to witness some beautiful birds. The open woodland of the national park is home to nearly bird species. Meet some herons, storks, egrets, ibises, cormorants, kingfishers, flycatchers, bee-eaters, hornbills and birds of prey in Rubondo.
Well known as the little brother of Kilimanjaro, Mt. Meru is the 2 nd highest peak of Tanzania. Are you an aspiring trekker and afraid to hike Kilimanjaro with such a high elevation? Well, Tanzania has all alternative for your needs. Explore the Mount Meru , a volcanic peak of Tanzania. The mountain acquires meters height and considered as the little brother of Mt. The mountain is one of the scenic peaks of the country. The foothill of the mountain is covered with the stunning Arusha National Park.
Hence it gives great pleasure of exploring wildlife and exotic scenery. Situated about 70km southwest of Kilimanjaro and East of the Great Rift Valley the mountain is the 5 th highest peak of the African continent. Unlike climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Mt. The trekkers need to take the Momella route to trek to its peak. The trek can be done in 3 to 4 days maximum. The best suitable time to climb this mountain is between June and February. Also Read our blog: why you should climb Mount Meru.
Kitulo national park is in between the peaks of the Kipengere and the Poroto mountains. It covers It is also nicknamed as the Serengeti of the flower by researchers. The special feature of the park that makes it unique from others is it is the first tropical forest of Africa that was found to protect the flora's life.
The collection of iconic flora life makes Kitulo national park the most amazing place of East Africa for the nature lovers. The national park is one of the smallest national parks of the country.
It acquires the 14th number out of 16 national parks. Including 45 verities of terrestrial orchid, the national park offers few endangered bird species and primate species. While visit Tanzania you can expect to explore a lot more than you have ever imagined. The cultural exploration is a part of Tanzania Safaris and without discovering the local tribe your safari is incomplete.
The Maasais are one of the iconic and oldest tribal groups residing in Tanzania. Following their traditions, for more than years these tribal groups are known as the warriors. They follow various rituals and most of them are they are following since their ancestral time.
They used to wrap red cloths mostly with believing that lions get afraid of this color. From various rituals they follow one of the weirdest is, they drink the blood of the cattle sometimes directly sometimes with raw milk. Music and dance is truly special for the Maasais. The jumping dance is a famous one though. Tanzania is much more than the abundant wildlife, national parks, and volcanic peaks.
The country provides some finest beaches on earth to stretch out some lazy moments. If you are someone looking for spending some tranquil moments away from the hustling bustling busy life. Explore the Zanzibar Holidays in Tanzania. Zanzibar is an archipelago consists of many small islands lying on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
Zanzibar is all about exploring some tranquil moments on the sandy beaches, the breeze of palm trees, fresh seafood and much more. There are 4 prime islands the archipelago has;. If you are looking for daybreak during your Tanzania Safaris then Materuni waterfall is a great option. Take a break and plan your Tanzania Day Tours , to Moshi and the area around it.
It is possible to take public transport or private car to Moshi. Explore the local village in your full day and take a short hike to the magnificent Materuli waterfall. On your way, travelers can discover the aromatic coffee plantation and other cultivation lands of the locals. You can also explore the local market place. You can also participate in learning the coffee-making process. The Ol Doinyo Lengai is an active volcano of Tanzania. As the country is truly blessed with many volcanic peaks Ol Doinyo Lengai is one of the iconic ones.
The name is quite unique as the mountain. The active volcano last erupted in The name is derived from the local Swahili language. The mountain is very important for the locals too. They call it as the mountain of god with believes that God lives on the peak of the mountain. The mountain is a geological wonder for the geologist. The lava of the mountain has Carbonatite where most lava is rich in silicate minerals.
The volcanic mountain is residing 70 miles from the city of Arusha. It lies closest to the paleoanthropological site Olduvai Gorge. There are many travelers planning for a visit to Tanzania Safaris in a hope to explore the Big Five of Africa. You have probably seen them on TV but watching these big five members in their natural habitat is true fun.
The big five family includes; Lion, buffalo, elephant, Rhino, and leopards. These 5 animals got the big five names from the early hunters of Africa. However, these are not the huge animals of the African bush but are the most aggressive ones.
While the hunters used to hunt legally these 5 animals were the hardest to hunt. Hence they named it has the big 5 animals of Africa. The big five-member of Africa draws the attention of many travelers visiting Tanzania. The Stone Town of Zanzibar is one of the oldest cities in the Africa. The town holds many old architectural buildings in it. The city is located roughly in the middle of the west coast of Unguja.
Being one of the breath-taking places of Zanzibar mostly misunderstood as the capital of the Zanzibar archipelago. The stone town streets flooded with many places to discover such as;. Formerly known as Tanganyika, is well known as Tanzania or the United Republic of Tanzania is home to tribes. The nation offers various iconic things to discover and the rich culture and tradition is one of them. The diverse tribes used to speak diverse language and there is a total of languages spoken all over the country.
However, the Swahili language which has Bantu and Arabic influence is one of the most spoken languages. Hence, the govt. English is widely spoken inside the country as its capital mainly depends upon tourism. Tourists come from any corner of the world and English is the international language to connect with each other. Not only the mind-blowing beaches of Zanzibar but also the finest lake shores and sunset points add true magic to Tanzania.
Adding one more reason to plan your Tanzania Safaris, visit Lake Eyasi. The lake also is at an elevation of m above from sea level. The lake area is counted as one of the best sundowner areas to witness the dusty golden sunset of the country. If you are looking for spending some alone moment then take you a route towards Lake Eyasi in the afternoon.
You may spend a day near the lake area to exploring the numerous birds, Hadzabe bushmen tribal and archaeological sites the Mumba Cave. Tanzania is home to many indigenous tribes and Hadza is one of the unique tribes of them. Sometimes overshadowed by the Maasai tribe, Hadza people are not any less attractive. They have everything unique including Hadza language which has no connection with other languages.
This tribal community is not known for cultivation or domesticating the cattle for their livelihood. They are still leading a life inherited from their ancestors 10, years ago. However, their food and clothing style changed a little bit now.
Not only exploring the unique fauna species but the Tanzania Safaris also about exploring some of the rarest fauna species.
Explore some of the ages-old trees that lives a minimum of years and a maximum of more than 3, years. Explore these iconic plant species inside the stunning Tarangire National Park. The Olduvai Gorge or Oldupai Gorge located in the Ngorongoro area of Tanzania is an important archaeological site in the world.
Just about 48km from the eastern Serengeti Plains the Olduvai Gorge area is one of the places where the early human fossils have spotted. The fossils of Homo habilis who are believed early living human on earth was explored in the archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge. While Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is special for adventure lovers, it offers an equal chance of exploring the natural view for nature lovers.
The mountain setting at the height of 5,m height from sea level it occupies its own geological structure. The mountain stunningly goes through 5 different climatic zones as follows;. It is known as the 1 st zone that starts at the starting of the hiking. The zone starts at 2, ft and continues up to 6, ft. This is found at the foothill of the mountain and receives a great annual rainfall. The zone is known as the 2 nd zone.
It starts approximately at 6,ft and continues up to 9,ft. The forest on this zone is much thicker and of lush green. The Heather-Moorland zone is the 3 rd zone of the mountain. This offers a stunning landscape and starts at 9,ft to 13,ft. This is known as zone 4 and continues from 13, ft to 16, ft. This is the strangest phrase of the mountain and truly deserves the title of the desert zone. Trekkers will meet volcanic rocks of any shape and size telling the history of the volcanic eruptions.
The Arctic zone is known as the 5 th and last zone of the Kilimanjaro. While finishing your journey to the peak of Kilimanjaro trekkers have to pass through massive glacier up to the Uhuru peak. The zone continues from 16,ft and it continues till 19,ft. As we have claimed in this list that Tanzania Safaris will be a surprising ride to nature and wilderness.
You are confused with the term tree-climbing lions, right? But you can witness this unusual behavior of lions in a few national parks of Tanzania. This unusual behavior of the king of beasts probably can be only spottable in Tanzania. Experts say they do so because to save themselves from constant bug bites. The grassy lands and bushes in Tanzania have lots of mosquitoes and other bugs that irritate lions by biting.
Hence they have adopted this weird behavior. You can spot some tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Serengeti national park. Lions are one of the most furious yet majestic members between the wild animals in the world. Many people plan Tanzania Safaris especially to meet these hunting kings in action.
These majestic creatures once were ruling the bushes of Africa however, unfortunately disappearing drastically. The reason is hunting and habitat loss. To fight with the hunting and deforestation govt. Out of the total world population of lions, 20, lions are found only in Tanzania. So if you are someone enthusiast about meeting these kinds of beats then Tanzania destinations are the best for you.
You can meet them in various national parks in Tanzania.
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