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Find Yourself in Tanzania
by Airkenya
You need to venture below the surface to truly understand the way the seas, the earth and its creatures are truly connected.
Tanzania has many tourist attractions including 17 national parks, 29 game reserves, 40 controlled conservation areas and marine parks. Approximately 40 percent of Tanzania's land area is set aside in protected areas for conservation. Tanzania is also home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest Mountain in Africa and a major hiking and climbing destination. Tanzania’s signature park is The Serengeti , one of Africa's leading National park that stretches over 14,800 km2 and well known for the largest annual wildebeest migration in the world . The Serengeti is also home to the world’s largest populations of wild animals such as Wildebeest, Zebra, Cape Eland, Lions, Cheetah, Hyena and Gazelles among others.
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Tanzania's is in the top ten countries for its biodiversity - housing 1‚100 species of breeding birds. All of Southern Africa has 800.
The "Cradle of Mankind." is at - Olduvai Gorge - evidence of ancient hominids who lived here over three million years ago.
Tanzania has miles of pristine beaches‚ and exotic islands like Zanzibar‚ Mafia and Pemba.
If you’re interested in discovering the secrets of the oceans that surround the Swahili coast, take a look at these ideas from Seas4Life.
Spice Islands
Exclusively explore the Clove + Spice Islands on your very own 60ft Catamaran or 60ft East African Dhow, away from the crowds and entirely on your own schedule + customizable itinerary. Think mobile camping on sea with the freedom to explore + stop wherever you want, whenever you want. Spice Island highlights: Zanzibar: explore the historical Stone Town, embark on a Spice Tour, visit amazing beaches, explore Jozani National Park with chances of seeing Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys.
Prison Island: relax with Giant Aldabra Tortoises and then learn all about VooDoo/WitchCraft.
Ras Nugwi: visit a turtle nesting project, connect with local scientists and witness how Dhows are made.
Mnemba Island: stunning coral reefs perfect for snorkeling and diving.
Pemba Island: a place forgotten in time. Explore this remote island, its flying foxes, and endangered large coconut crabs.
Tanzania has 40% of its land - the highest percentage in an African country, under protection - fully set aside for wildlife and conservation.
A trip all about exploring from your own exclusive boat with a uniquely customised itinerary. Whether you have 7 days, or 3 days, we will take you to the hidden gems of the Spice Islands (including the David Attenborough-esque Latham Island).
Magical Mafia
Visit this stunning tropical paradise for a true ocean escape. You can choose to live on land from a selection of hotels we have handpicked and visited for you, or aboard a 60ft catamaran where nothing stands in your way.
Mafia highlights: Swimming with Whale Sharks - the advantage of traveling with Seas4Life is that we will connect you to the whale shark scientists for an exclusive experience.
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling - Mafia is famous for its stunning coral reefs and top notch diving spots. With us, you can escape the crowds, visit untouched areas and sail further afield to nearby islands. Option wind/weather dependent - sail to Zanzibar through Latham Island (a hidden treasure of the Indian Ocean - enter a David Attenborough-esque world)
Whilst there are no schedule flights, Regional Air can fly you via charter to breathtaking Lupita island in Lake Tanganyika where you can spend your days diving/snorkelling with some of the 250 endemic species of the vibrant cichlids, you can water-ski, kayak and fish whilst exploring the hidden gems of this great lake. Also visit the historical and cultural sites around Lupita.
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Regional Air Services offers daily flights from Arusha to the popular safari destinations in the Northern safari circuit – Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Mt Kilimanjaro, and the beach destinations in Zanzibar, Mafia, Pemba and Dar es Salaam. It also serves Selous National Park from Zanzibar on a regular charter basis. Regional Air easily connects Serengeti to Maasai Mara and other Kenyan safari destinations in conjunction with Airkenya through Tarime and Migori airstrips. Kilimanjaro International Airport is the gateway to Tanzania, and the second connection point to Kenya’s safari destinations.
