Highlights van Tanzania

About the destination: Discovering Lake Victoria: Tanzania's Aquatic Gem Welcome to Lake Victoria, an expanse of water so vast that it feels like an inland sea cradled by the arms of Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya. This guide will help you plan your journey to the Tanzanian shores of the world's second-largest freshwater lake and the largest in Africa, offering an experience brimming with natural beauty, cultural richness, and a serene atmosphere. Begin your adventure at Mwanza, often referred to as 'Rock City' due to the boulders punctuating the cityscape and its surroundings. Mwanza is the perfect gateway to Lake Victoria on the Tanzanian side; it's not only the economic heart of the region but also a hub for explorers looking to experience the lake's wonders. From here, take a boat trip to the islands of Ukerewe and Rubondo, where you'll enter a world of lush greenery, abounding wildlife, and tranquil waters. On Rubondo Island National Park, one of the lake's hidden treasures, you can immerse yourself in unspoiled nature, where elephants, giraffes, and chimpanzees roam freely, and the birdlife is simply spectacular. As you travel around Lake Victoria's Tanzanian coastline, you'll encounter charming fishing villages where life moves to the rhythm of the lake. The local inhabitants, known as the Sukuma, are the largest ethnic group in Tanzania and have a rich cultural heritage to share. Visit the bustling marketplaces where the catch of the day is sold alongside fresh produce, and don't miss the opportunity to sample the local cuisine, with fish dishes such as fried Nile perch or tilapia being a staple. Engage with the breathtaking natural surroundings by venturing on a fishing excursion with local fishermen, learning the traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. Not only will you gain insight into the daily life by the lake, but you'll also contribute to the local economy. The sunsets at Lake Victoria are legendary, painting the sky in hues of fiery orange and calming purple as the day comes to a close. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a culture seeker, or simply in need of a peaceful retreat, Lake Victoria in Tanzania offers an enchanting escape that will linger in your memory long after your visit.

About the destination: Cheetahs, leopards, hippos, giraffes, and African elephants … are some few of the thousand species of animals that you will find in more of the thirteen thousand square kilometers of the Nature reserve of the Serengueti in Tanzania. This name is the one that the masai used to use to name this place, the Serengeti, which also plain means “land without and ending". This great plain is replete for kilometers of sheet and opened forest. Something very symbolic in this natural reserve, are the migrations of gnus, gazelles and zebras which is one of the most impressive spectacles of the nature that you can see nowadays and for what many tourist come to visit. The National Park of the Serengeti was declared Heritage of the Humanity by the UNESCO in 1981. There are a lot of interesting places to visit such as Seronera (the central zone), which is a small plce that concentrates a great variety of animal species. Besides everything there are also a great variety of activities to do such as: Balloon safari around the natural reserve, visiting a hippo pond, climbing the "hill naabil" and enjoying the views. In general it is the ideal place to connect with nature.

About the destination: The Ngorongoro Conservation area is a protected area located in the volcanic Highlands of Tanzania. All of the protected land covers an area of about 8500 km² approximately. Due to its location in the volcanic Highlands can find nine volcanoes, of which only one is active, the Oldoinyo Lengai. The tourist offer is in safaris and guided tours which are made throughout the natural area even though two of the most attractive tourist destinations in Tanzania are also and have a great popularity worldwide these are; the stunning Ngorongoro Crater and Oldupai Gorge, one of the most important sites for the research of the evolution of the human species.

About the destination: Arusha is a city in northern Tanzania and the capital of the Arusha Region. Located below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of theGreat Rift Valley, The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park on Mount Meru. Arusha is a major international diplomatic hub. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Climb Mount Meru. • Wildlife safari tours to Arusha National park located at slopes of Mount meru. Camel safaris is done at slopes of Mount Meru at Maasai village. Camel safaris offer great opportunity for wildlife safaris, masai culture tour and adventures. At the slope of Mount meru, Kilimanjaro is visible in clear days without clouds.

About the destination: Kilimanjaro It´s Located in the North-East of Tanzania. It´s the world's highest free standing, snow covered Equatorial Mountain, 19,341 feet above sea level. This magnificent beast can be seen from far into Kenya and Amboseli National park. Around 75,000 people climb Kilimanjaro each year so it is not the most remote mountain, neither is it the most arduous, but it is certainly a test of one’s abilities with altitude sickness being the main reason for climbers not to summit. There are plenty of activities that you can do such as safaris at the “Kilimanjaro National Park”, a lot of activities such as climbing, bike tours, hiking, visiting museums like the Chagga Live Museum. Kilimanjaro has turned almost as a “mandatory” thing to do around travelers interested in the mountain in the last years, is an extraordinary place to connect with the nature.

About the destination: Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's financial and political hub and its largest city. Dar es Salaam has become one of East Africa’s most important ports and trading centers. Dar has many charm and a great atmosphere. It presents a mix of African, Muslim, and South Asian influences and has a picturesque harbor, beautiful beaches, chaotic markets, and historic buildings. It is well worth extending your stay beyond the time between flights. Walks around the city center are a great way to get a feel for the culture and Kariakoo market can be an interesting place for the more adventurous. It can also be a good base for visiting some of the nearby sites such as Bagamoyo, Bongoyo and Mbudja Islands, as well as to learn to scuba dive or go deep sea fishing.