AFRICAN SAFARIS :: ADVENTURE TRAVEL
:: GOLF :: BEACH :: ISLAND :: VACATIONS
 |
Tanzania
has a proud record of wildlife conservation with vast game
reserves. Enjoy eco travel, wildlife safaris, tropical beaches,
exotic island vacations and adventure travel. |
|
|
|
 |
 |
 |
| Diverse
wildlife and adventure
activities in Tanzania
and Zanzibar include wildlife
safaris in the National
Parks, climbing Kilimanjaro,
walking safaris, beach
vacations and diving in
the tropical coral seas
of the Indian Ocean.
Tanzania’s
Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s
highest mountain, a glistening
peak of snow and ice looming
19,336 feet (5,895 m)
above the African plains.
The volcanic caldera of
Ngorongoro Conservation
Area and the great Serengeti
National Park are host
to some of the largest
concentrations of wildlife
in the world.
Lying
off the coast of Tanzania,
the Spice Islands of the
Indian Ocean include the
exotic island of Zanzibar.
Once a trading post for
the slave trade, Zanzibar
is a place where stretches
of white sandy beaches
are lined with palm trees,
and where spices such
as vanilla, cinnamon and
cloves grow in the plantations.
The coral reefs of Zanzibar
and the neighboring islands
attract divers from around
the world.
Download our Tanzania
brochure…
(PDF File size: 1.0 MB)
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
 |
Serengeti National
Park
Tanzania is committed to the preservation of it
natural resources and wildlife, a commitment that
has produced marvels such as the Serengeti National
Park, home to an approximate three million large
mammals roaming wild as nature intended. This enormous
park adjoins in the north with the Masai Mara in
Kenya and encompasses 9,175 square miles (24,000
KM2) of African savanna and
woodlands. The Serengeti and neighboring Masai Mara
are the focus of a great annual migration of wildebeest
and zebra. From December to June, close to two million
wildebeest gather on the nutritious short-grass
plains below the Ngorongoro Crater and the calves
are born over the short calving season. As the plains
grasses are depleted, lines of wildebeest move westwards
in search of new pastures. The migrating herds then
move northwards, into the grasslands of the Masai
Mara. With the onset of the rains in November and
December, the wildebeest herds move back onto the
lush Serengeti plains. Predators such as lion, leopard,
cheetah and hyena pursue the migrating herds. This
amazing natural spectacle will make a lasting impression.
Witness the thrill of a chase between predator and
antelope on one of our migration safaris. |
|
|
Ngorongora Conservation
Area
Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact
caldera, 12 miles across and 2,000 feet deep (20km
x 600m). Ngorongoro is located between the Serengeti
and Lake Manyara, in northern Tanzania. Lodges and
camps are built high on the crater rim, providing
the traveler a breathtaking view into and over the
crater. Resident herds number at least 25,000 wildebeest
and zebra. Predators include lion and large numbers
of hyena. It is also one of the best places in Tanzania
to see black rhino and magnificent black-maned male
lions. Colorful flamingoes and a variety of other
water birds frequent the soda lake on the crater
floor. |
|
 |
|
 |
Lake Manyara and Tarangire
National Park
Lake Manyara lies only 80 miles (130 km) from Arusha
and is a great destination for walking safaris and
canoe excursions. Something to look out for would
definitely be the famous tree climbing lions that
are quite at home in the woodlands and forests of
Lake Manyara. Just south of the Lake is Tarangire
National Park where ornithologists will enjoy great
sightings of a variety of birds of prey around May
through October. Ancient Baobab trees grow in Acacia
woodlands and herds of elephant roam the park and
gather along the river’s edge in the dry season
with zebra, eland, buffalo, leopard and other wildlife. |
|
|
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro (“Kili”) is the highest
free-standing mountain in the world and has Africa’s
highest peak, rising to 19,336 feet (5,895 meters).
Hikers need to be fit and healthy before taking
on this mountain and several routes to the summit
offer 5 to 8 day hikes. The Marangu Route, also
called the Coca Cola route, is the most frequented.
It travels over gentle slopes on the eastern side
of the mountain and takes 4-5 days to complete.
For those who are not into the touristy routes and
would like to take on something a little more challenging
then Mweka or Umbwe routes are more suitable. These
are not frequently used routes probably because
they are quite a bit more strenuous. Definitely
a consideration however would be the Machame route,
nicknamed the whisky route, with breathtaking views
along the way. Like a good whisky, the views are
savored by every hiker who is privileged enough
to get this opportunity.
It is more strenuous than the Marangu route but
still very popular. |
|
 |
|
 |
Selous Game Reserve
Selous Game Reserve is four times larger than the
Serengeti and is home to the largest population
of buffalo in Africa. Its landscape is as diverse
as its wildlife species, with volcanic springs,
lakes and channels along the Great Ruaha and Rufiji
rivers. Walking safaris are available at some lodges
(accompanied by an armed game ranger), which allows
the visitor the opportunity to see some of the 2000
plant species and 350 different bird species in
Selous. Selous is also famous for its large herds
of elephant, countless hippopotamus and rare sightings
of rhino. |
|
|
Gombe Stream National
Park and Mahale Mountains Reserve
Gombe Stream National Park, located on Tanzania’s
western border along the shores of Lake Tanganyika,
was founded to protect its chimpanzee population
made famous by Dr. Jane Goodall. This is a habitat
of towering palms and jungle with intertwining vines,
no roads and no electricity. The forest canopy also
provides a home to Sykes monkeys, yellow baboons,
red tails and colobus monkeys. To the south of Gombe
lies Mahale Mountains Reserve. Gombe and Mahale
were both created to conserve the primate species
that live here. Both provide close encounters with
chimpanzees on foot safaris – and are a photographer’s
paradise with jungles, woodlands, grasslands, sunsets
over Lake Tanganyika and of course the primates. |
|
 |
|
 |
Zanzibar
Off the coast of Tanzania, Zanzibar is the largest
of several islands collectively known to early explorers
as the Spice Islands of the Indian Ocean. It was
once the centre of trade in East Africa and the
last to abolish the slave trade. Today it is an
exotic vacation destination of white palm fringed
sandy beaches and where spices such as vanilla,
cinnamon and cloves are still grown in the spice
plantations. The exotic ambiance and wide variety
of activities available make it a romantic and popular
choice for honeymoon couples. Visit Islamic ruins
and snorkel or scuba dive off the many coral reefs.
Activities include deep sea fishing, water sports
and haggling for carvings at the market. Visitors
soon work up a healthy appetite to enjoy the local
cuisine. Many fine restaurants offer a wide menu
from pizza, seafood or something a little more local
with a pinch of spice. |
|
|
The people of Tanzania
Tanzanians are a unique population mix. There are
100 or more different tribal groups, mostly of Bantu
origin and the Maasai people of the northeast who
are non- Bantu. Zanzibar and Pemba islands have
a strong Arab speaking population, made up of Shirazia
(from Persia), Arabs, Comorians (from the Comore
Islands) and Bantu from the mainland. Religious
faiths in Tanzania include Christian, Islam and
Hindu followers. However there are still tribes
who have never deviated from their ancestral faith,
including the Maasai people. They worship their
God Engai and his messiah Kingdong’oi. They
believe that their priests are descendants of the
messiah. |
|
 |
|
| |
|
| |
 |
 |
|
|
|
BEST OF TANZANIA
6 Nights/ 7 Days
This tour - fixed group departures.
Private flexible departure dates available.
PRICE FROM:
November 1st through December 15th 2007
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,656.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,735.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 1,890.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
January 1st through February 28th 2007
July 1st through October 31st 2007
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,767.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,866.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 2,000.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
April 1st through May 31st
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,465.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,460.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 1,550.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
OVERVIEW:
Best of Tanzania tour is an extension of our Spectacular Tanzania and commences in Nairobi. As with Spectacular Tanzania, this tour includes the great Serengeti and neighboring Ngorongoro Crater and conservation area. Two of the most celebrated natural areas in East Africa linked for unrivalled game viewing experiences. Group departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 people. Each vehicle will only carry 7 people to guarantee a window seat to all. This does not apply to city transfers.
Read
more ...
Enquire
Now
|
|
|
|
|
SPECTACULAR TANZANIA
5 Nights/6 Days
This tour - fixed group departures.
Private flexible departure dates available.
PRICE 2007:
December 16th through December 31st 2006
March 1 through March 31st 2007
June 1st through June 30th 2007
November 1st through December 15th 2007
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,340.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,475.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 1,640.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
January 1st through February 28th 2007
July 1st through October 31st 2007
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,510.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,610.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 1,865.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
April 1st through May 31st
Wildlife Lodges
US $ 1,210.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Sopa Lodges
US $ 1,200.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
Serena Lodges
US $ 1,300.00 per person sharing, double occupancy accommodation.
OVERVIEW:
This tour includes the great Serengeti and neighboring Ngorongoro Crater and conservation area. Two of the most celebrated natural areas in East Africa linked for unrivalled game viewing experiences. Group departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 people. Each vehicle will only carry 7 people to guarantee a window seat to all. This does not apply to city transfers.
Read
more ...
Enquire
Now
|
|
|
Contact
us for further details |
|
 |
|
|
SALES
AND OPERATIONS:
5400 CARILLON POINT. BUILDINGS 5000. 4TH FLOOR. KIRKLAND, WA 98033. U.S.A.
TELEPHONE +1 425 232 5963 FAX: +1 425 650-7474
EMAIL: info@abroadbeyond.com
Copyright © 2002 - 2007 Abroad & Beyond LLC. All rights reserved.
Acknowledgements to our suppliers for some of the images on this
page. |
| |
 |
|
