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Tanzania
Iconic Africa
Tanzania is famed as
the home of the great
African Safari where you are
guaranteed to see all sorts of
wildlife in their natural habitats
and against the backdrop
of beautiful open vistas. A
safari in Tanzania offers an
ample opportunity to see
and photograph the famed
big five animals and this is a
memorable experience that
for many is the sole reason of
their visit.
However, don’t be fooled into
thinking this the only attraction
Tanzania has to offer. Tanzania
is also home to vibrant cities,
beautiful beaches, majestic
mountain ranges, an exciting
culinary scene, an exceptional
wellness culture and the
unique shopping spectacle. All
of which are not to be missed
on a visit to the country.
Getting in and Getting Around
Tanzania is home to two international airports
one located in the capital Dar es Salaam called
Julius Nyerere International airport and the
other Kilimanjaro International airport. Both are
well served by European, Middle Eastern and
African airlines. If you’re coming in from Zambia,
then you can get a train from New Kapiri Mposhi
town to Dar es Salaam.
Driving in or getting a bus makes for a great
scenic route no matter where you depart from.
Tanzania is surrounded by Burundi, Rwanda,
Uganda, Kenya, Mozambique, Malawi, and
Zambia. Although Tanzania does border the
Democratic Republic of Congo, there is no
direct way in so the best option would be to fly
in or drive through Burundi or Rwanda.
The best way to travel around Tanzania is by
using the buses, hiring a private driver or selfdriving.
If you choose to self-drive then be
prepared for poorly maintained and littered
roads.
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