At 3,230 sq km, Mikumi National Park is the fourth largest national park in Tanzania and part of the larger ecosystem which is located near the Selous Game Reserve. Located between the Lumango range and the Uluguru Mountains, the park has a variety of birdlife and wildlife that can be viewed all year round. Over…
The Archipelago of Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous region, approximately 40 kilometres off the coast of the mainland. Its capital is Zanzibar City, located on the island of Unguja, with its historic centre in Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Zanzibar’s coastline has some of the best beaches in the world, with each…
Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982 due to its diverse, rich wildlife and undisrupted nature reserves, the Selous Game Reserve is a must see for anyone wishing to experience the real Africa. The Selous attracts visitors from all walks of life, from newlyweds on their honeymoon to parents wishing to introduce their…
One of the more popular stops on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, and located just a few hours’ drive from Arusha, is Tarangire National Park, a stunning setting and a haven for the world’s largest land mammal, the beautiful elephant. Tarangire National Park offers incredible big game viewing, and breathtaking views of the Maasai Steppe and mountains…
Sometimes described as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, the Crater has the highest density of wildlife in Tanzania. Whilst you are unlikely to escape other tourists here, you are guaranteed an amazing experience in a truly unique setting. Forming an impressive bowl measuring approximately 265 square kilometres, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest,…
At 5895m, Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest peak in Africa and the highest freestanding mountain in the world. Often called the Roof of Africa, as you can imagine, the views from the top are spectacular not to mention the views on the way up to summit. With stunning views across to the Amboseli National Park…
Ernest Hemingway is thought to have said of Lake Manyara, ‘it is the loveliest lake in Africa’ and it is not difficult to see why with its impressive array of birdlife including flamingo, Grey Headed Kingfisher and Long Crested Eagle not to mention the world-famous tree climbing lions not seen anywhere else in Africa. Situated…
Established in 1952, the Serengeti National Park is home to possibly the greatest and most impressive spectacle on earth – the great migration of wildebeest and zebra as they move from the Northern Hills to the Southern Plains for the short rains each October. Of course, that is not all that the park has to…
Although Arusha National Park is one of the lesser known wonders in Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, don’t be fooled that it doesn’t have so much to offer visitors. Due to its proximity to Arusha town, it is a popular destination for day trip visitors embarking on the longer Northern Circuit safaris such as Serengeti. Nestled in…