Having no less than 32 national parks, which cover almost one-third of the country’s total area, Tanzania offers some of the best safari destinations found anywhere in the world. Within these vast spaces of pristine wilderness and breathtaking beauty lives a wide selection of wildlife, which draws millions of nature lovers and other tourists to […]

Tanzania is no doubt a beautiful country. The culture is rich and the landscapes are drop-dead gorgeous.  From Ngorongoro Crater to Mount Kilimanjaro to the safaris and the local tribes, there’s a lot to see in Tanzania.  I’ve written extensively about my travels there—and it truly is one of my favorite destinations in Africa. But […]

Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit and so, if you are venturing to one of Tanzania’s flagship safari destinations such as the majestic Serengeti, there’s a good chance that you’ll be passing through the vibrant city. Many travellers are keen to simply pass through Arusha, without stopping to admire the city’s charm. […]

Tanzania is a very diverse country, with the most varied landscape, ranging from the blues of Zanzibar to the heights of Kilimanjaro and everything in between. In this article I will focus on the most beautiful islands in Tanzania, and about the logistics on how to visit them. Going from one island to another is […]

Tanzania is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world and is home to over 125 different tribes, all with their own unique languages and individual traditions. If you are looking for a unique cultural experience during your trip to the country, then you must visit one of the tribes in Tanzania. The […]

Tanzania is a fascinating country, but most visitors go there for three things: to climb Kilimanjaro, to see the wildlife in their natural habitat and to relax on the incredible beaches of Zanzibar. However, the country offers so much more. There are so many unique things to do in Tanzania that will make your trip […]

You’ll find no shortages of things to do in Zanzibar! Tanzania is a popular destination for tourists looking to go on safari. The East African country has several world-class wildlife parks where you can go to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). However, the incredible wildlife Tanzania boasts is not the […]

Tanzania is one of the best countries to go to experience your first safari. The second largest country in East Africa is so diverse and offers so many wildlife opportunities to untouched nature lovers. Whether it is the idyllic beaches and coral reefs of Zanzibar, the unique landscapes of Nyerere National Park, or the savannah […]

If you have booked a budget safari in Tanzania, you will probably be staying overnight in public camps, in the middle of the National Parks. As someone who hasn’t camped that much in her life, I didn’t really know what to expect from camping in Serengeti National Park, where I would spend two nights on […]

I am trying to figure out the best way to start this article, but all I can think about is how much I want to return to Zanzibar. I wasn’t expecting to miss it that much, especially when initially I wasn’t sure whether or not I wanted to combine my active trip to Tanzania with a […]