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Tanzania National Parks:
By any standards, Tanzania is an
exceptionally beautiful and interesting
country. It is a country of immense natural
endowments with its twelve national parks,
seventeen game reserves, fifty game
controlled areas, a conservation area and
marine park, Tanzania’s wildlife resources
are considered among the finest in the world
and have been widely known for many years.
They include the great Serengeti plains, the
spectacular Ngorongoro crater, Lake Manyara,
and Africa’s highest mountain Kilimanjaro,
in the north and the relatively under
developed Mikumi National Park and the
Selous game reserve in the south.
Additional natural attractions include the
sandy beaches north and south of Dar-es-Salaam,
the exotic “spice island” of Zanzibar and
excellent deep sea fishing at Mafia and
Pemba Islands. Along the Indian Ocean. The
remains of ancient settlements at Olduvai
gorge in the interior Rift Valley is the
site of discoveries of the traces of the
earliest man. To the Tourist, Tanzania
offers interesting culture and crafts from
the cocktail of more than 130 ethnic tribes
and dialects. The most notable are the Masai
culture and Art and the Makonde sculptures
and carvings done in ebony. Tanzanians are a
warm, open, friendly people with a long
tradition of generous hospitality and a
wealth of folklore.
National Parks
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
This is arguably the best known wildlife
sanctuary in the world. Serengeti is a
corruption of the word “Siringit” in the
Masai language which means endless plains.
Within the park boundaries are more than
three million large mammals. About 35
species of plains animals can be seen here
including the so called “big five” i.e.
elephant, rhino, lion (some 1500 of them),
leopard and buffalo. In may or early June
each year, huge herds of wildebeest, gazelle
and zebra begin their spectacular migration.
In their wake follow the predat ors; lion,
cheetah and wild dog with vultures circling
overhead. Other common species found here
include hippo, giraffe, eland, impala and
other antelope types, baboons, monkeys and a
profusion of over 500 species of birds both
migrant and resident and the black and white
colobus monkeys.
NGORONGORO CRATER
This is one of the worlds greatest natural
spectacles, its magical setting and abundant
wildlife never failing to enthrall visitors.
Lying some 180 kilometers from Arusha, the
jewel in Ngorongoro crown is the deep
volcanic crater the largest unfolded and
unbroken caledra in the world. 19.2 km. In
diatemeter, 610 m deep and 304 sq. km. In
area. The rich pasture and permanent water
of the crater floor supports a large
resident population of wildlife of up to
25,000 predominantly grazing-animals. These
include wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, buffalo,
eland and warthog. The swamps and forest
provide additional resources for hippo,
elephant, waterbuck, reedbuck and bushbuck
baboons and vervet monkeys. The steep inner
slopes provide a habitat for dikdik and the
rare mountain reedbuck. Jackals thrive in
the crater and bat eared foxef live in short
grass areas. Predatory animals – lion,
leopard, cheetah, and serval cats live off
the abundant wildlife and large packs of
hyena roam the crater making their own kills
and scavenging from others. The crater is a
dynamic and constantly changing ecosystem
and the numbers and proportion of some
animals has fluctuated considerably over the
past 30 years. However, the crater is just a
small part of the Ngorongoro conservation
area, which offers a whole range of
attractions for the adventurous traveler.
The friendly and knowledgeable driver guides
will ensure that you have a wider and
memorable visit of the Ngorongoro.
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
The park lies 120 kms. Away from Arusha and
owes its name to the Tarangire River that
threads its way through the length of the
park. Tarangire park is famous for its dense
wildlife population which is most
spectacular between June and September, the
dry period. During this time thorn sands of
animals including wildebeest, zebra, eland,
elephant hartebeest, buffalo and Oryx,
migrate from dry Masai steppe to the
Tarangire River looking for water lion,
leopard and other predators follow the
hoards. Tarangire is also home to some 500
varieties of bird.
KILIMANJARO NATIONAL PARK
This is the home of the famous mountain
Kilimanjaro. It is the crown of Tanzania
rising abruptly from the open plains, capped
by snow and frequently fringed by clouds, it
is one of Africa’s classic images. At 5895 m
it is the roof of the African continent and
the highest walk able summit in the world
the diameter of its base is an incredible 40
miles.
Mt. Kilimanjaro is only a dormant volcano,
but not extinct, ominous rumbles can
sometimes be heard and gases emerge from the
fume holes in the crater near the summit.
Although just three degrees south of the
equator. The peaks of both Kibo and Mawenzi
have permanent caps of snow and ice.
During their time on the mountain, climbers
pass from a tropical to arctic environment
in just a few days. The various trails first
pass through lush rain forests before
reaching healthier and open moorland where
giant lobelia and huge cactus-like groundsel
grow. Above its moorland is the almost lunar
land scape of an alpine desert which
stretches between the two peaks of Kibo, the
flat topped dome at the centre, and Mawenzi
a group of jagged points and pinnacles on
the eastern side inhospitable as this
“moonscape” may seem, animals such as herds
of eland thrive there. The highest point on
Kibo, and indeed the whole of Kilimankaro,
is Uhuru Peak, with its spectacular hanging
glaciers and stupendous views of the African
plains some 20,000 feet below. Also on Kibo
is the slightly lower peak of Gilmans point.
These are the goals for most trekkers. The
peaks of Mawenzi are a specialty for
professional mountaineers only.
UDZUNGWA MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK
This the latest addition to the array of
National Parks in Tanzania. It is in
principle a conservation area of about 2000
sq. km. In the south central regions of the
country. The major attraction of the Park is
its bio – diversity and unique rain forest,
where many rare plants not found anywhere
else in the world have been identified, from
a tiny African violet to 30 metre high
trees. As well as being home to about six
types of primates, including two endemic
species The Iringa red colobus monkey and
the sanje crested mangabey. The plateau
supports populations of elephant, buffalo,
lion, leopard and wild dog as well as rare
species of forest birds four of which were
only discovered in the last few years.
SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Considered as Africa’s greatest conservation
area, the Selous is arguably Africa’s most
natural wilderness area, allowing visitors
the opportunity to enjoy a unique and
unspoilt wildlife experience. Bigger than
Switzerland and Denmark put together,
totaling about 55,000 sq. kms. And covers a
wide variety of wildlife habitats including
lakes; open grassland; acacia and miombo
woodlands; and riverine forests. Due to its
unique ecological importance, the Selous
Game reserve was designated a United Nations
“World Heritage Site” in 1981.
Selous Game reserve is home to ‘some of the
largest and most important populations of
elephant, buffalo and wild dog in Africa.
Almost 60,000 of Tanzania’s elephants are
found there, while black rhinos survive in
remote areas the Selous is also a prime
destination for bird watchers – more than
420 endemic species have been recorded in
this nature reserve.
OTHER NATIONAL PARKS
- Gombe Stream National Park
- Kalavi National Park
- Rubondo Island National Park
- Mahale Mountains National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Arusha National Park
The Coast Line
BEACHES
Tanzania has an 804-kilometer coastline
boasting of the finest unpolluted beaches in
Africa. The entire coastline is covered by
coconut palms,. Offering a serene atmosphere
for repose. The coastline offers unlimited
opportunities for bathing and water sports.
OFF-SHORE ISLANDS
The largest are the clove rich islands of
Zanzibar and Pemba. Zanzibar is dotted with
tourist attractions ranging from its
numerous dazzling white, palm –fringed
beaches, historic buildings with unique
architecture, narrow and winding streets and
the culture and traditions of the peoples
for this is where Arabia meets Africa.
Slightly off the coast south of Dar es
Salaam lies Mafia Island, a divers paradise
the island is one of the most popular
deep–sea fishing locations in the
world—offering opportunities for scuba
diving, snorkeling big game fishing and
other marine sports Mafia Island has the
only marine park in Tanzania.
Historic Ruins
Tanzania is full of relics of the country’s
history. These include the ruins of
Zanzibar. Bagamoyo, Kilwa and the stone age
remains of Ismani. The amboni caves and rock
paintings of Kondoa Iringa in central
Tanzania and other destinations for the
curious and adventurous.
The Olduvai Gorge is located within the
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 180 kms. from
Arusha town, the main launching port in the
North of the country. It was here that Dr.
Louis Leakey discovered the remains of Homo
habilis or “handy man” regarded as mankind’s
first step on the ladder of human evolution.
But many more fossils have been discovered
here including those of prehistoric
elephants, giant horned sheep and enormous
ostriches. Guides operate lecture tours of
the sites.
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excellent value for safaris. Its wildlife
parks are world famous for the quality of
game viewing and the variety of wildlife
preserved through a highly reputed system of
scientific game management. Affordable Kenya
and Tanzania safaris stay in standard camps
and lodges, using Kenya's excellent road
system for transfers between parks.
Active
Tours
With its mountains, rugged terrain and
Indian Ocean coast line, there is plenty for
the active enthusiast to do in Tanzania.
BALLOON SAFARIS
Balloon safaris over the Serengeti provide
an exciting vantage point for viewing the
wildlife beneath.
CAMEL SAFARIS
Explore the bush on the back of the “ship of
the desert.”
CAVING
The Amboni caves, just north of Tanga, form
the most extensive cave system in East
Africa. There are ten caves with chambers up
to 13 meters high which support stalactites
and stalagmites. It is essential cavers go
in pairs, with a guide, as there have been
fatalities when people have explored on
their own. The caves are home to many bats.
DEEP SEA FISHING
Some of the richest sports fishing seas are
to be found off the Tanzanian mainland.
Zanzibar Pemba and Mafia Islands were the
haunts of Ernest Hemingway and amongst the
record breaking prizes to be caught are King
fish, Marlin, horse-mackerel, sailfish and
rock cod.
DIVING
The waters of the Indian ocean, particularly
those off the coasts of Zanzibar, Pemba and
Mafia Islands, provide superb opportunities
for scuba divers. The coral reefs, teeming
with colorful fish, can be explored on
diving expeditions for both beginners and
experts. Encounters with dolphins and
turtles add to the wonder of this under
water world.
GOLF
Within the main centers, such as Dar es
Salaam and Arusha, visitors will find gold
courses close to international hotels
TREKKING
For climbers, the major draw is the 5895
meter Mount Kilimanjaro However, mount Meru
another volcanic peak reaching 4,560 meters
is also a popular climb, partly because of
the lovely flora and fauna which can be
observed on the way to the top. The mahale
mountains park is a mixture of wildlife
including Chimpanzees. Six peaks tower above
the part including the 2,460 Nkungwe summit.
Bird watchers are particularly drawn to
Udzungwa mountains National Park with its
peaks of up to 3000 meters.
SAILING AND WATER SPORTS
Sailing trips around the Islands are also
organized. Various water sports including
wind surfing and snorkeling are available on
the water fronts.
Tanzania is a
travelers paradise. Within a limited time,
you can climb Mount Kilimanjaro, go on a
safari in Tanzania, into the Serengeti plain
- home to some of the largest concentrations
of animals anywhere on the planet -, and
finally end your time relaxing on the
beaches of the exotic spice island of
Zanzibar. Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest
mountain in Africa - and one of the most
climbed mountains in the world. Anyone who
is reasonably fit can climb Kilimanjaro and
trek for one week up to see the actual
fabled snows of Kilimanjaro, which sits just
south of the Equator.
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Easily known as the
"Coca-Cola route", Marangu is by far the
most popular route to the summit of
Kilimanjaro. This could partly be as a
result of the fact that the Marangu is the
least expensive route, but more so, perhaps
the fact that it is possible to do the
Marangu route in 6 days, thereby getting to
the summit one day earlier than on the
Machame route. It is the easiest route to
Kilimanjaro Uhuru Peak but least scenic.
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Sometimes called the
Whisky Route. This is a popular route up
steep paths through magnificent forests to
gain a ridge leading through the moorland
zones to the Shira Plateau. It then
traverses beneath the glaciated precipices
of the Southern Ice fields to join the
Barafu Route to the summit. This is probably
the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro. All
your equipment and supplies are portered and
a cook prepares all your meals. Where
accommodation on the Marangu route is in
huts, the Machame route offers strictly
tents only. This makes Machame route better
suited to the slightly more adventurous
hiker, rewarding him with a scenic splendor
such as not seen on the Marangu route. The
Machame route is normally completed in a
minimum of 6 days.
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Rongai Route This
remote and less frequently used route is the
second easiest route to Kilimanjaro. The
approach to the mountain is from the
less-forested north side and the descent is
by the Marangu Route. There are several
variations, the one described below is a
longer route taking in Mawenzi Tarn.
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Umbwe Route The Umbwe
route is one of the shortest routes to the
Southern Glaciers and the Western Breach. It
is probably the most scenic, non-technical
route on Kilimanjaro. It is quite taxing,
primarily due to the relatively fast ascent
to higher altitude, but the rewards are
plentiful.
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Lemosho Route This is
the longest and most remote route to
Kilimanjaro. After beautiful forests and
moorlands it crosses the Shira Plateau to
meet up with the Machame Route. Groups may
be accompanied on the first day by an armed
ranger as the forests around the Lemosho
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At 5,199 m, Mount
Kenya is the second highest peak in Africa. It
is an ancient extinct volcano, during whose
period of activity (3.1–2.6 million years ago)
it is thought to have risen to 6,500 m. Mount
Kenya is one of the most impressive landscapes
in East Africa. There are three main climbing
routes, which penetrate the forest and the
moorland - Naromoru, Sirimon and Chogoria.
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Lemosho Route This is
the longest and most remote route to
Kilimanjaro. After beautiful forests and
moorlands it crosses the Shira Plateau to
meet up with the Machame Route. Groups may
be accompanied on the first day by an armed
ranger as the forests around the Lemosho
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Kilimanjaro Climb Expedition tips and advice
to follow:
>Find a good tour operator: You can
only climb Kilimanjaro with an organized
trek and along established routes, so you
have to go with an expert operator. The
Kilimanjaro climbing operators vary from
excellent to downright negligent so be
selective and try not to be too cheap if you
want to have the most enjoyable climb
experience. you can count on
Kilimanjaroclimbexpedition.com
>Book in advance: If you intend to
climb Kilimanjaro, be sure to book in
advance. This will enable you to go in high
season, which is January-March and
September-October. High Season is a good
time to go simply because the weather
condition is safest for Kilimanjaro
climbing.
>Get fit & prepare well: Break in
your hiking boots and walk the dog; climb
stairs; hike some hills with a pack on.
Walking is the best way to prepare yourself
for the long hike up Kilimanjaro to ensure
you have right fitness. You need to build up
stamina. It's a good idea to get a basic
medical check-up before you go. You don't
want to be dealing with an ingrown toenail
or worse at 18,000 feet. Travel insurance
that includes medical is also a must.
>Pack well: Pack light but make
sure you have everything you need to deal
with altitude and variation in temperatures.
Don't worry about carrying it yourself since
a porter/s will take up to 30lbs (15kg) of
your personal gear in a duffel bag. You can
rent some equipment and clothing locally but
you may end up with teeny sleeping bags and
a fraying pink jacket. See our recommended
climb checklist.
>Choose your convenient route: Make
sure your hike is at least 6-7 days to
provide the much needed Kilimanjaro
commodity, acclimatization if you want to
have maximum success. Any shorter and you
will not be properly acclimatized. Routes
vary in degree of difficulty, traffic and
scenic beauty. The least difficult routes
are Marangu and Rongai; the more difficult
routes are Machame, Umbwe and Lemosho. The
longer routes may have more difficult hiking
but you'll be more acclimatized and your
chances of reaching the summit are therefore
higher. The longer western routes also allow
you to start your summit day at a more
reasonable hour. For details on each route
see route descriptions.
>Dealing with altitude: Pace
yourself; you will hear the Swahili phrase
"pole pole" - slowly slowly, heed it well.
Drink lots of water about 4-5 liters a day
is recommended. Luckily the mountain streams
after the first day are good to drink and
naturally cooled. Walk high and sleep low.
Take a walk to a higher elevation during the
day and come back down to sleep. Consult a
doctor before you go and get some medication
to prevent altitude sickness. Also make sure
your guides are carrying the proper medical
equipment such as oxygen, radios and a
recompression bag to deal with altitude
sickness if it arises.
>Reaching the summit: The hardest
part of the trek. Pace yourself, be
determined, and you will reach the Uhuru
peak. The final ascent is usually timed so
you can watch the sunrise over the crater
and distant plains. Enjoy the view take a
few photos and get back down before you get
too affected by the high altitude. Take a
well earned nap.
Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania stands at
19,340 feet (5895 m) and is Africa's tallest
mountain. The attraction of hiking up Mount
Kilimanjaro is that it's not a technical
climb so no equipment such as oxygen and
ropes are necessary. But it's no walk in the
park. As you you'll see from the images
below, trekkers make their way through 5
climatic zones before reaching the summit.
Weather changes from moment to moment and
the high altitude wreaks havoc on the body
and mind...read more.
East Africa travel destinations that we
include in our catalogue include Kenya,
Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. East Africa is
home to the safari, since this is where the
African savannah is at its best and the
plains are filled with wildlife. Hikers also
come to East Africa to enjoy the mountains,
including Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania),
Mount Kenya, Mount Longonot and Mount Meru.
The East African coastline has some of the
best beaches in the world, including the
famous spice island of Zanzibar.
Kenya Safari:
Kenya is the original safari country where
the 'safari' (Swahili for travel) begun. In
Kenya, you can mix the idyllic experience of
a tropical beach vacation on the warm Indian
Ocean with an East African wild animal
safari expedition. Combining the two makes
for a unique holiday. Part of your vacation
is filled with excitement as you observe
African wildlife at close quarters, while
part is spent relaxing and soaking up the
sun on a sandy beach.
A beach and safari break in Kenya is an
exotic getaway from the daily routines of
city life. It also makes for the ideal
honeymoon for newly weds, with time to relax
as well as a touch of adventure.
East Africa, including Kenya, does not yet
have a high profile as a holiday destination
in America, but is growing in reputation as
a unique vacation experience. Europeans, and
the British in particular, have less
distance to travel to Africa, and have been
been the mainstay of Kenyan tourism,
attracted by the unique mix of the tropical
beach and African safari vacation. Luxury
vacations have become more affordable as
European currencies have strengthened,
prompting investment in Kenyan tourist
facilities.
Tanzania Safari:
Safari in Tanzania is a worth undertaking.
We are the original safari company offering
quality Tanzania safaris to Ngorongoro
Crater, animal migration tours in Serengeti,
Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
honeymoon vacations in Zanzibar Island,
family holidays in spice island and luxury
beach resorts of pemba island. A variety of
accommodation in Tanzania is offered from
lodge, hotels and safari tented camps...Read
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The best time to go for an African safari is
when the animals are easy to find and in
dense numbers. Deciding when to go on safari
depends on what country you would like to
visit and when you are able to plan your
trip. Seasons differ in East Africa so you
can really plan a great safari for almost
every month of the year, if you are flexible
about where you want to go to.....:
Kenya:
The best time to go on safari in Kenya and
experience a huge density and diversity of
wildlife is when the annual migration of
millions of wildebeest, zebra and gnu's
descend on the Mara plains with predators
close behind. The best time to see this
wildlife spectacle is from July to October.
Other parks in Kenya are also excellent and
the best time to visit these would be during
the dry seasons - January through March and
July through October.
With the scarcity of water during the dry
seasons, the animals tend to gather in more
concentrated numbers around permanent water
holes, rivers and lakes, so they are easier
to find. The vegetation is also less lush
which simply means that viewing animals from
a distance is easier.
Tanzania:
If you want to see the Great Migration
unfold, head to Tanzania's northern parks;
the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. The best time
to witness the annual migration is probably
February - March when the wildebeest and
zebra have their young. Not only can you
enjoy seeing baby animals, but the predators
are at the highest number too. Because the
herds also concentrate in the south of the
Serengeti, it's easy to plan your wildlife
viewing in that area and find a safari
company that offers lodging there.
June to November is Tanzania's dry season
and is the best time to visit all the parks
(and you can always hop over to Kenya's
Masai Mara to witness the Great Wildebeest
Migration during this time). Tanzania's
Southern Parks are perfect to visit during
this time since the animals tend to
congregate around permanent water and it
isn't so hot and humid.
All of Tanzania's parks suffer from the
rains which generally fall from March to May
in the North, and from November to May in
the South and West. Roads get washed out and
given the sheer size of Tanzania's parks,
the animals tend to spread out, and this
makes wildlife viewing less satisfying (if
you're looking for sheer numbers of
animals).
December through March can get quite hot and
humid, especially in Western and Southern
Tanzania which makes it a little
uncomfortable to spend a lot of time in the
bush.
If you want to add a hike up Mount
Kilimanjaro to your safari, the best time to
hike is January - March and September -
October.
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holidays:
Amboseli Budget Safari (3Days/2 Nights)
This 3 days safari takes you to Amboseli
National Park, at the foot Of Africa’s
highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro,
standing at 5895m. Amboseli is one of the
most popular of Kenya’s national parks.
Large herds of elephants roam the park.
Elegant Masai tribesmen will be seen around
the park. Accommodation is basic camping.
Hemingway Trail Budget Safari
This is a 3 day basic camping tour to the
world-famous Maasai Mara. You travel by
road. This tour is for the adventure lovers
willing to enjoy the wild at its best.
Kifaru Budget Safari
This is a 4 day budget safari that will take
you to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru National
park. Maasai Mara is one of East Africa's
best known game viewing areas and it adjoins
the Serengeti Park of Tanzania. A land of
undulating hills and rolling grasslands
supporting a huge animal population.
Mara Budget Safari (3 nights/2 nights)
This safari takes you to the Maasai Mara,
Kenya most famous game sanctuary Over 450
species of animals have been recorded here.
The Mara plains are filled with migrating
wildebeests and zebra, there are also
resident wildlife year round. Accommodation
is based on basic camping.
Samburu National Reserve days Camping
(3Days/2nights)
This 3 day budget safari takes you to one of
the Kenya’s best reserve on the North. Known
for its abundant game - lion, leopard,
elephant and the beisa oryx - Samburu
National Reserve is also home to the
semi-nomadic tribe of the Samburu
people.
Turkana Truck Safari via Lake Baringo
This rugged 1,800 km expedition in a
purposely- built truck takes you into the
heart of the northern part of Kenya. You
will traverse along some of the Africa’s
worst roads, see beautiful mountain forest
surrounded on all sides by hot dusty
deserts, eventually arriving at the Jade Sea
(Lake Turkana). You will see a great variety
of tribes and cross the Chalbi Desert if
dry.
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Kilimanjaro Climb Expeditions, Climbing
Mount Kilimanjaro, an expert comprehensive
guide to trekking snow capped Mount
Kilimanjaro. Mount Kilimanjaro hiking is
done inside Kilimanjaro National Park in
Tanzania and is the highest mountain in
Africa and African
holiday: Masai
Mara trip: Umbwe
route: Kenya
holiday: Kenya offers
excellent value for safaris. Its wildlife
parks are world famous for the quality of
game viewing and the variety of wildlife
preserved through a highly reputed system of
scientific game management. Affordable Kenya
and Tanzania safaris stay in standard camps
and lodges, using Kenya's excellent road
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Masai
Mara - Serengeti wildebeest migration:
Wildebeest migration to and back from Serengeti into
the Maasai Mara is the single most popular wildlife
spectacle in Kenya. The wildebeest migration is such
a phenomenon it involves movement of over 1 million
animals crossing plains and rivers in the Mara
migration. River crossings are the most spectacular
where the wildebeest of
Mara jump into rivers full of crocodiles and surging
currents. The wildebeest is feted as the clown of
the Savannah. Also known as a gnu, the animal has a
structure resembling a young horse with a heavily
built frontal shoulders and chest and a slender
posterior. Its legs are so slender it’s intriguing
how it supports the proportionately larger body
frame. The ‘clown’ title results from its unusual
behavior considered to other bovids, for example a
gnu herd will usually scatter in different
directions when attacked by a lion.
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Lamu Town began life as a 14th century Swahili
settlement. But the island has seen many
visitors and influences, including Portuguese
explorers, Turkish traders and the Omani Arabs.
Despite all these influences, Lamu developed its
own particular culture which has ultimately
endured. The island is a beautiful place of
rolling dunes and endless beaches, where tiny
villages nestle among coconut and mango
plantations and lateen sailed dhows ply the
waters. Dense mangrove forests fringe the
mainland and the inland sides of the island. The
beach on Lamu Island is 12km of empty sands
backing on to an ocean protected by a reef...Read
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Mount Kenya: Mount Kenya National Park
Mount Kenya plays a crucial role in the life of
the country being Kenya's single most important
permanent watershed and her largest forest
reserve. The fertile soils of its lower slopes
also sustain the growth of the nation's richest
farmlands whilst much of its vegetation is
globally unique. In recent years, however, the
Mountain has suffered greatly from the adverse
effects of deforestation, resulting in large
tracts of its lower slopes being entirely
denuded of trees and occupied by squatters. And,
although much of the vast forest cover remains
intact, the growing demand for timber (Kenya's
staple construction and fuel source) threatens
to lead to even more serious deforestation and
subsequent soil erosion.....Read
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Bwindi , Uganda
Formerly known as the
'Impenetrable Forest',
this park is home to one of the largest
surviving numbers of the mountain Gorilla in
Africa and a superb location for a gorilla
safari trek.. more |
Zanzibar
Also known as the spice
islands, these exotic islands are one of the
best honeymoon destinations and also make for a
relaxing African beach holiday ...
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Shaba National Reserve
It is impossible to talk about the Shaba National
Reserve without mentioning Samburu National Reserve,
and Buffalo Springs National Reserve, because they
are all intertwined, and they form a trio of unusual
and attractive game sanctuaries, and all neighbours.
Shaba is a relatively small National Park being a
little over 239 sq. kms, and it is only 70 kms north
of Mount Kenya, at an altitude varying between
700-1500metres.
Visitors go to Parks to see wildlife, and the Shaba
Game is outstanding. You have a very good chance of
seeing Giraffe, Cheetah, leopard, and lion. You can
add to this gazelle, oryx, zebra, and Gerenuk, but
of course it is the predators that are most sought
after....Read more..
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