Taking an Excellent Safaris Tanzania

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Taking an Excellent Safaris Tanzania Tanzania is the east African country which is known for its state of the art beautiful wildlife. Though it is smaller than Egypt and of the same size as that of Nigeria, it is one of the richest wildlife areas in Africa which provides a lot of diversity. At least half of the area of Tanzania is reserved for wildlife and it is the main aspect that draws a huge population of tourists throughout the year. Tanzania is a country which every tourist vies to visit once

they

plan

on visiting

Africa and it is

for

the

simple reason that Tanzania offers a life changing experience. From

the

mountains to the beaches to the plains to the lush vegetation to the wildlife- you get it all in a very small package named Tanzania. Only a complete and detailed tour of Tanzania can quench a traveller’s true thirst for beauty.


The main attractions in Tanzania have to be divided by the sectors if we want to get detailed information as to how to explore the place properly. If you want to undertake Tanzania tours and safaris through the wildlife areas then there are three main regions that you should visitThe northern Tanzania wildlife parks Northern Tanzania is the place which attracts the most number of tourists throughout

the

year.

Northern Tanzania has the famous mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, along with the rich wildlife that can be found at its plains. So not only the tourists get the beautiful view of the mountain and can enjoy mountaineering, but can also enjoy roaming around the national parks. Some of the famous national parks of northern Tanzania are

Ngoro Ngoro Conservation Area – This conservation area is made on a crater which was formed during the formation of the Great Rift Valley. It is one of the best places in the world which can awe and inspire you at the same time. This UNESCO heritage site as forests, lakes, waterfalls, hills, wildlife and what not. The conservation areas consist of animals such as those that are referred to as the `Big Five’ consisting of buffalo, elephant, leopards, lion, and rhino. It is also filled with other species of wildlife such as cheetah, hippo, hyena, jackal, reedbuck, waterbuck, wildebeest, and zebra and many other birds and insect species.


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The Serengeti PlainsThe

savannah

grasslands are the oldest and one of the most popular wildlife Tanzania

parks if

of you

want to engage in game

viewing.

Apart from the wide variety of mammals, you will get to see lizards and crocodiles as well in this national park. This is one of the best places to engage in safaris as they provide you with one of the truest and the most scintillating visions of the animal world. From grazing to migrating to preying, you get to see it all when you visit this grassland. One of the most exciting and unique feature of this grassland is that you can even get to experience a hot air balloon ride over here. Southern Tanzania wildlife parks Southern Tanzania also abounds in national parks such as those of

Mikumi National ParkThis is one of the most beautiful national parks for wildlife in southern Tanzania. Located in the floodplains, the main attraction of this national park are the hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many other diverse varieties of wildlife. Other than that, you can also notice a great variety of birds such as those of lilac-breasted roller and yellow-throated long claw which are the locals. You can also view the migratory European birds in the summers as well. A safari through this floodplain is impossible to miss.


Selous Game Reserve- This is the largest national park in Africa, which accounts for about 6 % of Tanzania’s lands. You can get to view many kinds of mammals and birds in this game reserve and can hence undertake a lot of safaris. You get about three options of safaris here- walking safari, driving safari and also a river safari. Located on the banks of a river, this reserve has something more to offer other than just visual pleasure.

Tanzania tours and safaris do not only end here. As it is a country located on the east coast of Africa, you can also get to enjoy a lot of beaches too. Some of the exquisite beach holidays in Tanzania can be experience at the gorgeous beaches of the east coast.

Enjoy a beach vacation in Tanzania 

Zanzibar Beaches- The coastline of Zanzibar offers some of the best beaches in the entire Africa and you and you can easily enjoy a great vacation over here. Other than swimming and surfing, you can also observe the great marine reserve through snorkelling. The nearby area of stone town has many places of historical importance such as those of the slave caves and the prisons which make up for


an exciting afternoon. There are also many nearby marine wildlife conservatories to explore. 

Mafia Island - Another fast becoming a popular beach in Tanzania, this one is custom made for the tourists who are tired after a day of safaris. It also is rich in coral and marine reserves and has a conservatory protecting the same. Mafia Island is one place that you will want to be if you are looking for some great beach holidays in Tanzania.

So go and visit Tanzania once in your lifetime and you will never regret the memories and the experiences that you will get there.


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