Planning For A 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.

When arranging your safari, among the best things to do is plan well. Planning involves choosing a suitable time of year to visit and also selecting a suitable travel agent and operator. There are many places you can visit, both in the mainland, wonderful beaches of Daresaalam and historical islands such Zanzibar and Pemba.

There are many excellent tour operators who are ready to ensure that you have a wonderful experience. This however makes the task of selecting the right one rather challenging. The best way of choosing a tour company is through word of mouth referrals. If you have friends or colleagues who have gone on safari before and had a wonderful time, ask them to recommend the company they used. If you cannot get a credible referral, consider making requests from the many operator websites.

The northern provinces of this country provide a wide variety of attractions you can be interested in. The Serengeti national park, covering a vast 14000 square kilometers, is home to the big 5 and the famous wildebeest migration. On a good day, you can get to see the most elusive leopard, which is a major attractions of this national park.

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.

Going on safari in east Africa is an exhilarating experience you can have in life. However, to ensure that you get the most of it, ensure that you plan well in advance and select the most suitable operator. Consider asking friends and relatives who have had a successful travel in East Africa, to recommend the service provider they used.




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