What You Need To Know About Tanzania Safari Tour

By Kerri Stout


With such a perfect location, perched on the edge of the African continent, and facing the Indian Ocean, its weather and climate leaves nothing to be desired. It is home to many tourist attractions in Africa. Some of the noticeable attractions are Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti national park and ngorongoro conservation area which is a renowned archeological site. When planning a Tanzania safari tour, it is important that you plan well to ensure that you maximize your experience.

East Africa is the home to Kiswahili, a language resulting from the interaction of early Arabs and the Abantu people of the coast. It boasts a peaceful political climate as compared to other parts of Africa hence a favorite of many for tourism travels. With English quickly becoming the official business language of this country, it is even easier to communicate with the natives.

However, sun filled and beautiful days are not all that this country has to offer. Its borders hold a vast number of people and tribes having varied cultures and traditions that make the rich tapestry that is Tanzanian culture. On a good itinerary, you should be able to visit indigenous tribes of Maasai, Swahili of the coast and Hadzabe Bushmen for cultural tourism.

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.

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.

Photography is a key aspect of any safari expedition. You want to keep the memories alive, then you need to have a good camera. Most expedition vehicles have inverters that will enable you to charge your camera batteries. The amount of film you wish to carry depends on your passion of photography. Keep in mind that Tanzania uses 220 volt of electricity, hence you may be required to bring along necessary plug adapters and converters.

Tanzania also provides a wide range of accommodation facilities depending on your budget and preference. If you are thinking of a luxury safari, you will able to find accommodation from the wide variety of options. These can be classified as high end, middle end and budget. Whilst camping is usually considered as budget, it offers one of the best wild experiences.

There is practically many breathtaking places you can visit in this East African country. To ensure you maximize your stay, ensure you plan well and select a company which will develop an itinerary that suits your expectations. Before settling on any company, make sure you read reviews written about it by past clients.




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