Month: August 2021

CLIMBING MT KILIMANJARO

Rongai Route The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, Rongai has low traffic. It is the preferred route for those lookingfor an alternative to the crowded Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation). You…

NORTHERN CIRCUIT

Serengeti, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron, Oldonyo Lengai, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National park, Lake Manyara NP. Serengeti Fast facts Size: stretches for up to 14,750 km2 square miles.Location: North TanzaniaScenery / Features: forestry, grassland, savanna and woodlandWildlife Includes: African, elephants, leopards, buffalo, lions, rhinoceros, impala, hyena, gazelles, ostriches and vultures. In fact, there are over 500 different species of bird in the Serengeti alone, apark which is commonly known for its…

CITY TOUR BAGAMOYA

The town of Bagamoyo is a home to world class Historical sites and one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites with rich cultural heritage waiting you to explore. This town was once a most important trading port along the East African Coast and a German East Africa Capital. It was founded at the end of the 18th century, though it is an extension of a much older (8th century) settlement, Kaole…

EXPLORE DAR ES SALAAM CITY

KIGAMBONI BRIDGE Kigamboni Bridge which is 680-meter-long bridge in Tanzania that connects the Dar es Salaam wardof Kurasini from the east to the west of Kigamboni district.Kigamboni is also known for its Fish market, a trading spot for seafood. KIVUKONI FISH MARKET One of the best places to buy fish in Tanzania, Kivukoni Fish Market sells a variety of fish. They come in every size that are sold in retail…

ZANZIBAR

The Zanzibar Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania, also known as Unguja, and Spice Island, is a popular breath-taking spot to escape from the world. Apart from pristine waters, and the white sand beaches of Zanzibar, the rich cultural history, and idyllic geographic location are one of the manyreasons that attracts tourists throughout the year. Tourists can choose from enjoying a relaxing holiday…

MAFIA

Fast facts Size:435 km2Location: TanzaniaScenery / Features: farming and fishing villages, lush coconut plantations and dense forests of baobabs, mangos and cashews.Wildlife Includes: rainbow-colored clownfish to octopus, rays and the odd gigantic grouper to sharks and dolphinsBest time to visit: All over the year. However, October-March are favorable to witness Whale Sharks Truly a paradise in the Indian Ocean, Mafia island is located just a 130km away from Dar es…

PEMBA

Fast facts Size:988 km2Location: TanzaniaScenery / Features: Coral Reefs and Marine lifeWildlife Includes: Marlins, Barracudas, Clown Fish,turtles, sharks, dolphins and even whales.Best time to visit: June - October and December - February A part of the Zanzibar Archipelago, Pemba Island makes an ideal destination for those looking for a quiet holiday away from the hustle and bustle of widely visited tourist destination like Zanzibar.Pemba is a widely vegetated, secluded island…

KILWA

Kilwa Kisiwani is a community on an Indian Ocean island off the southern coast of present-day Tanzania in eastern Africa. Historically, it was thecenter of the Kilwa Sultanate, a medieval sultanate whose authority at its height in the 13th-15th centuries stretched the entire length of the SwahiliCoast. Fast facts Size: 13,920 km2Location: South of Dares SalaamScenery / Features: Great Mosque and Kilwa ruinsBest time to visit: All year Round It…

LUSHOTO

Fast facts Size:1,579.78 km2Location: North East TanzaniaScenery / Features:Water falls, Hills, Forest, FarmasWildlife Includes: 100 recorded bird speciesBest time to visit: From January until December It is a town that exists in a nebulous state of optimistic beauty after being hardened by stunning scenery and a breath of fresh air. Like all placeswhere winter likes to settle in for a good, long stay, the people of Lushoto nearly always embrace…

LAKE TANGAYINKA

Lake Tangayinka makes a great destination for an off-beat, holiday by the lake. Visitors can choose from a wide range of activities including going on boat rides, fishing, to guided treks and walking safari in the park. Situated in the Great African Rift Valley, the Lake Tangayinka is a treasure trove of beauty and unique fauna and flora in itself. The silver sand beaches, and the tropical forests lined by…