What You Need To Know About Tanzania Safari Tour

By Kerri Stout


Tanzania is an east African country which boasts a wide variety of tourist attractions. It is home to the great Serengeti plains and mountain Kilimanjaro, which is the highest standalone mountain in Africa. Its peaceful nature and hospitable citizens makes any Tanzania safari tour worthwhile. When thinking of going for a safari in this wonderful country, it is usually prudent to conduct a research so as to know what to expect from the wide variety offered.

Among the first things you need to when planning a safari to Tanzania is conducting a research on what to expect. This includes checking which type of attractions are on offer and which places you might want to visit. This will of course depend on your budget, season and the number of days you want to visit. From the sandy beaches of Dareesalam, wild plains of Serengeti to old ruins of Zanzibar.

Some of the common asked questions is how rugged a camping safari can be and how the service provider will choose lodges and tented camps. Camping safari, which is usually considered low cost, involves guests and staff sleeping in private tents in designated campsites in or near national parks. Depending on your budget, you will be able to find appropriate lodge arrangements.

A well planned visit to east Africa does not end without trying out the delicious meals it offers. Staple foods found throughout Tanzania include ugali (made from maize flour, chapati(made from wheat flour) and nyama choma(barbecue. Tour companies have cooks who are qualified to cook delicious meals, giving you an experience of African hospitality and culinary prowess.

Ngorongoro conservation area is another site worth visiting. Bordering Lake Natron in the north east, lake Manyara to the east and Lake Eyasi to the south, it has a crater lake 610 meters deep from its rim and 20 kilometers in diameter. The crater is home to many species of birds and wild game, including the endangered black rhino.

Ngorongoro conservation area, which borders the Serengeti to the south and Trarangine National park is another star attraction. It has Olduvai Gorge which is one of the famed early man archeological sites. Visiting the Ngorongoro, you stand to enjoy descending to the bottom of the crater which is 600 meters from its rim. It also boasts a rare peaceful coexistence of the Maasai tribe with wildlife.

Apart from the popular game drives, cultural tourism is another star attraction that this country offers. One of these tribes is the popular Maasai, who are also found in Kenya. With an excellent itinerary, you should be able to find time and experienced the way of life of these native tribes and participate in cultural exchanges.

Tanzania offers a wide range of attractions you can see while on tour. However, to ensure that you get the best out of this journey, ensure you plan well. Part of planning should involve locating a suitable tourist company, who will be able to develop an itinerary that reflects your expectations. Ask friends who have visited the country and enjoyed their experience to recommend the service provider they used.




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