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TANZANIA


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The Republic Of Tanzania lies on the East African coast and is the largest of the East African countries. Tanzania comprises of 2 parts: Tanganyika the mainland and The Zanzibar Islands off the mainland coast. Lap up the luxury of the coastal city of Dar es Salaam and the Zanzibar islands; Test your stamina by climbing Mountain Kilimanjaro and enjoy a rewarding Safari. There is a wide choice of hotels and lodges for you to relax and enjoy your stay.

Tanzania is a land of geographic wonders. It is host to the world's greatest wild life phenomenon the wildebeest migration .At its borders with Uganda and Kenya lies Africa's largest lake : Victoria, At the border with Kenya is Africa's highest mountain: Kirimanjaro. In the West is Africa's deepest lake:Tamganyika.

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Witnes the wildebeest migratio

In Tanzania's Serengeti National Park you can witness the World's greatest mass wildlife phenomenon the wildebeest migration. Whether it is a champagne breakfast in the middle of the Tanzanian wilderness as the wild animals enjoy their breakfast graze, or a view from a hot air balloon or in the back of a truck, the Serengeti experience is a lifetime spectacle.

Sun Sea, Sand & Spice in Zanzibar

Zanzibar "spice islands" is an archipelago of Zanzibar, Pemba and several smaller islands 25 miles off Tanzania's mainland. Spice fields, mediaeval streets, deep blue waters, stunning beaches, rich coral reefs and limitless water sports opportunities. Zanzibar is a truly exotic and romantic destination with luxury hotels and resorts. For holiday or honeymoon these islands are a spice of life.

Reach the peak of Africa: Kilimanjaro

The sight of the permanent snow capped peak of mountain Kilimanjaro is breathtaking and inspirational. Travel through different climatic zones. Enjoy the magnificent views of Amboseli National park of Kenya; the Rift valley and the Masaai steppe. With a sound level of fitness and ability to acclimatize you will scale to the top of Africa. No technical climbing skills required.

Useful Information

Due to its diversity and size, Tanzania has 5 major tourist circuits: The Northern circuit, the southern circuit, the Western circuit, the Eastern circuit, and, the Tanzanian coast and Zanzibar.

Any of the other 4 regional circuits can be explored in combination with the Coastal and Zanzibar area to give you a more manageable experience of this astonishing country.

Top Tips

1. Enjoy a balloon flight and champagne breakfast in the Serengeti plains.

2. Visit Zanzibar's Stone Town and explore the history and culture of these Islands.

3. Plan a rest period in the coastal regions or Zanzibar as part of your holidays

4. Take to the waters and enjoy the amazing marine life.









Tanzania
Total Area:
945,087 sq km(364,900 sq miles)

Currency:
Tanzanian Shilling (1 shilling =100 cents)

Capital: Dodoma (official), Dar es Salaam (commercial)

+ 3Hrs GMT

Dial Code: +255

Population:
38.4 million (UN 2005)

Airports:
3 international airports in Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar

Languages:
English Swahili


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