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What to Expect on a Tanzania Safari

Time line on a Tanzania Safari

For most people, holidays mean spontaneity and control of their time. So, what better than a safari combining comfort and untamed wilderness, to deliver this freedom? It may come as a surprise, then, to arrive in camp and find your daily routine dictated by the workings of the bush and the logistics of running a remote operation. Dawn alarm-calls, set mealtimes and a ban on solitary walks (there might be a hippo behind that bush) makes it all sound more like boot camp than `Out of Africa’. Yet the day is designed to maximise game-viewing success as well as your safety and comfort.

For a taster of a typical day on safari and a framework…

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ngorongoro crater animals

The Ultimate Guide for Ngorongoro Safari Tours

The Ngorongoro crater is a visual masterpiece, home to thousands of wildlife, and breathtakingly beautiful. For many visitors on a safari in Tanzania, the highlight of their trip will be going on a Ngorongoro crater safari; a visit to a World Heritage site, and one of the few places in Tanzania you can spot all the “BIG 5” animals in one day – Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, and Rhino.
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Nyerere National Park Safari Tours (Formerly Selous Game Reserve)

The unexplored and partly unspoiled Nyerere national park is in a class of its own. With one of East Africa’s most water-rich river, Rufiji, running through the northern part of the reserve, it houses many hippos and huge crocodiles, among others. Roaming elephant populations, the reserve’s famous wild dogs and some of the remaining Black rhinos share in its rivers, hills, and plains. The scenery is simply enchanting, and a wonderful Tanzania wildlife safari destination.
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Things to do in Zanzibar

10 Things to do in Stone Town – Zanzibar!

Behind its elegant waterfront, awaits a photographer’s dream, crumbling Arabian-inspired buildings, ornate doorways hinting at the secrets that lie within their rooms, children running through the streets playing and shouting, women in headscarves scurrying along in the shadows… Stone Town is full of character and an exotic atmosphere that shouldn't be missed.
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Best Zanzibar Beach

Top 10 Zanzibar Beaches You Should Visit!

Zanzibar has some of the World’s most incredible beaches but which ones should you visit? (All of them if you can). Well, we have come up with the Island’s top 10 beaches. What do you think? Will you be visiting Zanzibar in the near future?
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13 Best Zanzibar Tours: Beyond The Beaches

There is no shortage of things to do while on vacation in Zanzibar, let our dedicated team of experts show you wonders you’d never find on your own. We make sure every one of our tours in Zanzibar runs smoothly and safely without a hitch. You’ll be in good hands with us every step of the way…
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Tanzania safari clothes for men and women

What to Wear on Tanzania Safari: Expert Safari Clothing Advice & Tips

Wondering about what to wear on Tanzania safari? We have put together a guide on safari clothing advice, what to wear while on safari in Tanzania, we cover both safari clothing for men and safari clothing for women in this section.
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Plan & Book Your African Safari Holiday in 5 Simple Steps

We know it can be very overwhelming planning a safari to Africa when there are so many incredible places to see and experience. We have put together a guideline of 5 simple steps to follow when planning your perfect African safari holiday.
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5 days safari Tanzania

The Best Affordable 5 Days Tanzania Safari: A Detailed Itinerary

There is definitely more to Tanzania safaris than the stops included on this itinerary (we’ve neglected other parks for example), but the timings on this affordable 5 day north Tanzania safari have been arranged in such a way that you will maximise your game viewing opportunities in the national parks visited - That's why it's the "best" five days safari itinerary.
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Best Zanzibar Street Foods

11 Best Zanzibar Street Foods & Drinks You Should Try!

So why do we love Zanzibar? Well for starters, there is a whole lot of historic sights, beautiful beaches, lovely people, a chilled atmosphere, and most importantly lip-smackingly delicious street food! So, listen up foodies, and take note of these ten of the best street foods in Zanzibar, recommended by yours truly.
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