The Great Wildebeest Migration / Serengeti

Serengeti National Park is the largest national park in the northern circuit of Tanzania, with a landmass of 14,750 square km (5700 sq miles).  The fact that it was awarded Africa’s top national park for four consecutive years (2019-2022) comes as no surprise, as its endless plains set the scene for some of the most incredible sunrises, sunsets and daytime viewing of wildlife. The Serengeti plays host to one of the 7th Wonders of the Natural World – the Great Wildebeest Migration, wherein massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle can be seen traversing long distances in search of green pastures for grazing.  A nature lover and photographers dream – including the Serengeti in your African safari is a cannot miss experience. 

 

 

 

Mount Kilimanjaro

Located in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world, with a summit of 19,341 feet (5.895 meters).  It is a top destination for adventure travelers and is a hike that requires no specific mountain climbing skills other than perseverance and endurance.  Depending upon the routeWhile attaining the summit of Kilimanjaro can in and of itself be an incredible trip, an optional pairing with a wildlife safari or relaxation on the beaches of Zanzibar to follow is ideal.  Let us plan your trek up Kilimanjaro and host your extended travels beyond the mountain.

 

Zanzibar Islands

The pristine white sand beaches and clear blue waters of the Zanzibar Islands provide the ideal locale for rest and relaxation, whether it is a trip unto itself or the end to an amazing adventure in Africa.  But Zanzibar isn’t just about beaches and relaxation – Stone Town with beautiful architecture, spice markets and slave trade history provides a variety of activities beyond simple sunbathing.

Bwindi Impenetrable

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, located in Uganda, is renowned for gorilla tracking. In fact around 400 gorillas, just under half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas, reside within this park.  In addition to gorilla trekking, there is excellent birding, hiking, cultural experiences and wildlife viewing with the forest.

 

Victoria Falls

One of the 7 natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls is an amazing waterfall located in southern Africa on the Zambezi River. The falls border the countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe.  It is one of the largest waterfalls in the world, measuring 1708 meters (5604 feet) wide and 108 meters (354 feet) tall! As a frame of reference – these falls are double the height and double the width of Niagara Falls between the US and Canada. Visiting Victoria Falls is a landscape photographers dream!  

You can access the falls from Victoria Falls National Park in Zimbabwe or from Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park in Zambia – both given entirely different perspectives   Water levels are highest between March-June if you want to plan to visit when the views are most spectacular!

When visiting Victoria Falls you can go high adventure with whitewater rafting or take a more tranquil boat ride on the Zambezi River where its highly probable you will see hippos as well as a gorgeous sunset.  Zambezi National Park is nearby for wildlife safari.  The town of Victoria Falls is a fun little town to visit with local artisans and places to dine and drink.

These countries are located side by side in southern Africa, separated by the Zambezi River and a key attraction to both is the magnificent Victoria Falls.  Victoria Falls is amongst the world’s largest waterfall, with a width of 1,708 m (5,604 ft).  Other attractions include Mana Pools for canoeing safari in Zimbabwe and South Luangwa National Park in Zambia

Tribal Visits

When visiting Tanzania, we would love to have you learn more about our culture.  The people of Tanzania are some of the kindest people you will meet.  From city tours to tribal visits we can arrange something to fit everyone’s interests.

In town, we can visit the open air markets where we can shop for fresh food and treat you to a cooking class where you can learn about some traditional East African dishes.  We can visit a local orphanage or school that we support and you can be involved in our mission of improving their living and teaching quarters.

Tribal visits are another amazing experience for those who love to learn about other cultures.  Some common tribes that we visit are:

  • The Maasai tribe who raise livestock and live in large family bomas, or homesteads, within the Ngorongoro Conservation area
  • The Hadzabe, one of the smallest remaining tribes, in the Lake Eyasi region – this is a nomadic tribe of hunters and gathers.  Their numbers are quickly dwindling, but their lifestyle is very interesting to learn about.
  • The Datoga tribe, also in the Lake Eyasi region – this tribe is know for their blacksmithing of different metals.  Visiting their tribe you can learn about their lifestyle and how they trade their metal works with other tribes, like arrow heads to the Hadzabe tribe, for food.
  • The Chagga tribe, who reside on the slope of Kilimanjaro are known for the coffee that they grow in the region.