Climb Kilimanjaro
This has been on many a traveller’s bucket list since it was first
summited by a European more than 120 years ago. The so-called Roof of
Africa has lost none of its allure today. Unlike most of its other
contemporaries on the Great 7 Summits list, a large part of
Kilimanjaro’s popularity stems from the fact that it can be summited
without climbing experience or equipment. The mountain is well-known for
its incredible range of climate zones and ecological systems, including
lush rainforests, other-worldly alpine deserts and the famous arctic
summit. Some experts predict that Kilimanjaro’s striking glaciers will
have entirely vanished within the next twenty years, so there really is
no time like the present to conquer this astonishing natural wonder. Kilimanjaro-Experience offer the broadest range of different routes and very German attention to detail.
Witness the Greatest Show on Earth
The subheading says it all. The annual migration of more than a
million wildebeest and a few hundred thousand zebra from the Serengeti
in Tanzania to the northern plains of Kenya’s Masaai Mara is unlike
anything else you’ll see. Anywhere. Ever. The Great Migration is one of
the Seven New Wonders of the World. It’s an awe-inspiring, action-packed
and sometimes tragic affair, with many of the migrating animals
becoming prey for the numerous Nile crocodiles as they cross the Mara
River. With so much prey around, the Serengeti’s big cats are
particularly active during the migration too, and the abundance of big
game in the park in general is staggering. To get a truly unique view of
the migration and of this vast and stunningly beautiful park, book a
morning hot air balloon safari and then cap it off with a champagne
breakfast, all courtesy of Serengeti Balloon Safaris.
Visit some of the Northern Circuit’s lesser-known gems
Tanzania’s so-called Northern Circuit is best-known for the Serengeti
and the adjoining Ngorongoro Conservation Area. But this famous and
popular Tanzanian safari route also boasts some lesser-known gems such
as Tarangire National Park and the remote Lake Natron. Tarangire has one
of the highest population densities of elephant of any park in Africa,
as well as a number of popular predators. The park’s vegetation is also
striking, with giant baobabs interspersing thick ebony forests. This
park is generally quiet and is a great place to enjoy the unadulterated
bush experience of a luxury private camping safari, such as Tanzania-Experience’s
Mobile Explorer Safari option. Lake Natron is just a few hours drive
away but it feels like an entirely different world. The mirror-like
surface of the lake is home to 2 million lesser flamingos and is
presided over by an active volcano, which can be summited on an arduous
one day hike.
Enjoy the beaches and culture of Zanzibar
A Zanzibar beach break is the ideal way to relax after you’ve been on
the road on safari for a while. This tropical island idyll boasts
pristine white sandy beaches, lots of sun, the warm and crystal clear
waters of the Indian Ocean, fascinating coral reefs teeming with marine
life, sumptuous fresh seafood, top-notch beachfront accommodation
options and lots of history and culture. At the top of the pile for
accommodation is The Palms,
one of the world’s most romantic all-inclusive resorts according to
Travel+Leisure magazine. For the beaches, the northeast island of Mnemba
is often considered the best spot, though you’re pretty spoilt for
choice. Another real highlight of this magical island is a visit to the
fascinating and historic Stone Town to take in all its sights, sounds
and smells. Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site characterized by
interesting architecture of coral stone buildings.
See the chimpanzees of Gombe Stream National Park
This fragile chimpanzee habitat is the smallest national park in
Tanzania and one of the most remote, but what it lacks in size and
accessibility it more than makes up for in intrigue. Meandering along
the steep slopes and river valleys close to the northern shore of the
vast Lake Tanganyika, in many ways this beautiful park was put on the
map when the famous conservationist Jane Goodall founded the Gombe
Stream Research Center in 1965, with a view to advancing findings about
chimpanzee behaviour. You can see these remarkably intelligent and
endangered creatures (who are now accustomed to human visitors) on
guided chimpanzee treks, during which you will also experience the
astonishing array of birdlife, waterfalls, lush forest vegetation and
picturesque landscapes that the park has to offer. You can also swim and
snorkel inside the park. The small and intimate Gombe Forest Lodge is the only lodge available inside the park.
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