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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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Southern
Circuit (7 days):
Depart from Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam by air for 3 nights in the
Selous Game Reserve, a designated World Heritage Site, which still
remains untamed. Stay at either Selous Safari Camp or Sand Rivers,
both situated on the banks of the Rufiji River. Enjoy game drives,
boating and walking for 3 days before flying on to the rugged
Ruaha National Park, one of Tanzania’s best wildlife secrets.
Spend 3 nights at Jongomero Camp, which is situated on the banks
of a seasonal river in the remote south- west, or Mwagusi Safari
Camp, nestling into the banks of the Mwagusi Sand River. On Day
7 return to Dar es Salaam, or continue to Zanzibar. |
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