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TANZANIA |
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Tanzania is
a land of contrasts. From the
snow-capped peak of Mt Kilimanjaro to
the endless plains of the Serengeti,
from the sun-kissed islands of the
Zanzibar Archipelago to the gentle
shores of Lake Victoria, the country
contains immense cultural and natural
wealth. It was here, on the dusty floor
of Olduvai Gorge, that early man left
his first footprints. It was here, on
palm-fringed Zanzibar, that Swahili
traders welcomed dhows and trading boats
from across the Indian Ocean.
For millennia, Tanzania has played an
essential part in the life of the
African continent. The great wildebeest
migration alone comprises the largest
movement of land animals on the planet.
With over 25% of the country’s total
landmass dedicated to wildlife parks and
conservation areas, Tanzania remains
wholeheartedly committed to the
preservation of Africa’s great
wilderness and incredible range of
animal species.
The
Republic of Tanzania is one of Africa’s
most peaceful countries. Home to a
flourishing democracy and prospering
economy, the country is known for its
peace and security. A well-maintained
infrastructure and three international
airports connect its bustling commercial
centres and ensure easy transportation,
whether by air or by road. Tanzania’s
people are a diverse mix of traditional
tribes, village farmers and cosmopolitan
professionals united by a common
language, Swahili, and a strong sense of
national community.
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Serengeti National Park is
undoubtedly the most famous of
the country’s national parks,
the annual wildebeest migration
attracting thousands of visitors
each year. For sheer African
magic, the Ngorongoro Crater –
often called the ‘8th Natural
Wonder of the World’ – is a
must-see. Deep within the
ancient caldera, herds of
gazelle roam beside sated lions,
and endangered black rhino and
elusive cheetah are often
spotted through the early
morning mist.
Still, the big-name parks aren’t
all the country has to offer.
The elephants of Tarangire
National Park and the
tree-climbing lions of Lake
Manyara also reward the
discerning traveller.
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On
the Indian Ocean shore, the
Saadani Game Reserve is the most
recently protected area to
receive international attention.
Famed for its views of elephant
playing in the ocean surf,
Saadani and other lesser-known
national parks offer equally
?rewarding experiences for
guests willing to wander off the
beaten track.
But the magic of safari isn’t
all this great country has to
offer. Tropical beaches, coral
reefs and the Swahili culture
along the Indian Ocean coast are
also a main attraction for
visitors who want to end their
experience of the African bush
with some well-earned
relaxation, Zanzibar-style. For
the more intrepid adventurers, a
climb to the rooftop of Africa,
Mt Kilimanjaro, is the highlight
of a safari itinerary. Longer
treks through the Ngorongoro
Conservation Area, through the
magical Gol Mountains or up the
active volcano of Ol Donyo
Lengai, are a fantastic way to
experience little-visited parts
of the country in a new way.
Tanzania has a wealth of diverse
groups that make up its national
community. Hunter-gatherer
tribes and fierce Maasai coexist
in the northern wilderness, and
lesser-known peoples like the
Wadorobo and the Iraqw also make
up the collage of the country.
Cultural tourism has become a
popular choice for many visitors
to Tanzania, with different
programmes and itineraries on
offer around the country. From
day-hikes on the slopes of Mt
Meru to honey collecting in the
Usambaras, discovering local
culture is a highlight for any
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So welcome
to Tanzania – experience the warmth of
our people, the magic of our wilderness,
and the sheer wonder of our wildlife.
Karibu Tanzania – the authentic Africa. |
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TANZANIA