Destinations
Tanzania
Tanzania
Tanzania, home to the tallest mountain on the African continent, the ‘greatest wildlife show on earth’, and some of the best national parks in Africa, this country has it all.
From breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife to the azure waters and island of Zanzibar, there is no better way to conclude a Tanzanian safari than on the beach with its delectable cuisine, ancient cities and diverse cultures.
Highlights
Great Migration
The Great Migration is an awe-inspiring spectacle of nature, as millions of wildebeest accompanied by zebra and a host of other species migrate along an age-old route in search of fresh grazing and water. This circular type route encompasses the ecosystems of both the Serengeti (Tanzania) and the Masai Mara (Kenya).
Zanzibar, one of Africa’s spice islands, with diverse cultures stemming from Swahili and Arab influences to its palm dotted shorelines and white beaches. A visit to Stone Town, a world UNESCO heritage site, is an unforgettable experience.
Zanzibar
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania was established in 1952. It is home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth – the great migration of wildebeest and zebra. The resident population of lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and birds is also impressive. The Serengeti ecosystem is one of the oldest on earth. The essential features of climate, vegetation and fauna have barely changed in the past million years. Early man himself made an appearance in Olduvai Gorge about two million years ago.
The Ngorongoro Crater and surrounding highlands together form one of Africa’s most beautiful regions. Volcanic craters provide stunning backdrops to some of the most fertile and richest grazing grounds in Africa. The most famous such crater is without question Ngorongoro, home to the highest density of big game in Africa. Ngorongoro is one of the continent’s most famous safari destinations.
Ngorongoro Crater
Mount Kilimanjaro
Rising majestically above the African plains, Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain on the continent and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. With three volcanic cones, Mawenzi and Shira are extinct but Kibo, the highest peak, is dormant and could erupt again. The most recent activity was about 200 years ago; the last major eruption was 360,000 years ago.