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Situation
Tanzania is located on the southeast coast of Africa bordered
by Kenya and Uganda to the North, Rwanda, Burunid and Democratic
Republic of Conga to the West and Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique
to the South.
Climate
There are two seasons of rain in Tanzania: the long rains run from late March
until June and the short rains from November until January. The long rains fall
in heavy downpours, often accompanied by violent storms. The short rains tend
to be much less severe.
Languages
Kiswahili and English are the Official languages, however the
former is the national language.
Currency
Official currency is the Tanzania shilling which is divided into
a 100 cents.
Health Precautions
Visitors from countries infected with cholera and yellow fever
must produce international certificates of vaccination. This is
particularly relevant for those travelling from or passing through
other neighboring countries, including members of the East African
Co-operation (Kenya and Uganda) and vice versus. It is also important
to note that travelers from the main land (Tanzania) to the island
of Zanzibar would need to have a yellow fever certificate.
Highlights
Kilimanjaro National Park, Arusha National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
and Serengeti National Park.
Best Known for:
The great wildebeest migration. |
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Northern
Circuit (7 days):
This exotic safari departs from Arusha and takes in Tanzania’s
finest wildlife areas, from Lake Manyara, to the Serengeti and
Ngorongoro. Spend 2 nights at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge or Lake
Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, before visiting the famous Serengeti
National Park where you can stay at Kusini, Kirawira Camp, Serengeti
Serena Safari Lodge, Serengeti Sopa Lodge, Grumeti River Camp
or Klein’s Camp. Finally, transfer to the breathtaking Ngorongoro
Crater, where your choice of accommodation includes stylish Ngorongoro
Crater Lodge, the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, or Ngorongoro
Sopa Lodge. An optional 2 night extension allows you to visit
the more remote Tarangire National Park. Choose between Tarangire
Tree Tops or Swala. |
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