|
xxxxx The country lies on the equator Tea and coffee grow in the Great Rift Valley region World heritage sites such as Lamu White sand beaches in the coastal area, such us Diani and Kilifi Endless savannah grasslands home to millions of wildlife. Lying a mere 6 degrees below the equator, Tanzania is blessed with a tropical climate and boasts some 1,000 or so km of Indian Ocean coastline dotted with tropical island paradises, Mount Kilimanjaro, the active volcano of Ol Donyo Lengai, deserts, tropical rain forests, pristine lakes and mountain ranges, cool highlands, some of the top African wildlife areas in the world, and, with over 120 different tribes, plenty of culture and history. The annual migration of some 1.5 million or so Wildebeest and Zebra through the Serengeti Plains is one of the world's largest concentration and migration of large mammals. Lions, Elephant, Leopard, African Buffalo, Kudu, Eland, Gerenuk, Giraffe, Warthog, Chimpanzee and countless other animals make Tanzania world famous for its wildlife. Several mountains, including the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro, offer some of the best hiking in Africa. The Zanzibar Archipelago and its historic Stone Town, that ruled East Africa from as far north at Lamu in Kenya and Sofala in Mozambique, offers a glimpse of bygone times of Swahili culture. Tanzania is well established in the world travel circuit and despite its more famous attractions, it still offers plenty to explore that is off the beaten track. From luxury safaris to budget travel, Tanzania has something for every adventurer at heart. |
CountrY FACTSRegion: Eastern Africa Population: 47.3 million Capital City: Nairobi Climate: Tropical on the coastline and more arid inland Official language: Swahili & English Tourist arrivals at National borders: 1.3 million (2014) Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES) |
ADVENTURES IN KENYA
Nothing embodies Africa like its wildlife does. With its well managed private and arguably world famous wildlife game reserves and national parks, Tanzania is a top destination for African Wildlife Safaris. Join us on tailor made safari to suit all your wants and wishes and experience some of the best wildlife that Tanzania has to offer. Vertical Divider
|
