The annual wildebeest migration happens from July to September. The migration goes between Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve.
Thousands of wildebeest and zebras make the seasonal migration in search of food during this period of the year.
Predators such as lions take advantage of their movements, making it likely that visitors on safari in the Masai...
With an amazing diversity of landscapes and a wide variety of activities on offer, there is no shortage of great locations to travel to when you are visiting Tanzania. However, some destinations have unique things to offer that make them worth a special visit. In my opinion, the best places in Tanzania are as follows:
Zanzibar – The dazzling archipelago...
Flights from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro airport are the easiest way of getting from the relaxation of the islands to the adventures of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
All flights to Kilimanjaro require a layover in Dar es Salaam. Flights leave from Kisauni Airport, which is located on Zanzibar’s Unguja island. Most people refer to Kisauni as Zanzibar International Airport, which has an...
Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve (also called Maasai Mara Game Reserve) is one of the world’s most popular African safari destinations.
The Masai Mara is known for its vast land and numerous animal populations, including lions, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, zebras, deer, wildebeests, rhinos, hippos, and crocodiles.
The best time of year for a safari in the Masai Mara is from July...
Flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar are a great way to get from Kenya’s capital to Tanzania’s most famous islands.
All flights that travel on this route depart from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and arrive at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), which is also called Kisauni Airport. The airport is located on Unguja Island several miles south of Stone Town.
Flights...
Kite surf when the wind blows. SUP when it’s not around.
Best For: Kitesurfers who dream about consistent 18 to 25 knot winds that blow all day, almost every day, 300 days a year.
At Che Shale, a chic cluster of seven bures that sits on a 3.5-mile long deserted beach, there is nothing to get in the way of a...
Flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar are a great way to get from one of Kenya’s most popular beach holiday destinations to Tanzania’s beloved Indian Ocean archipelago.
There are several airlines that offer flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar. Some are regional East African airlines, some are Kenyan low-cost airlines, and others are larger European airlines.
The list of airlines that fly from...
Le Village des Tortues in Senegal
Address: Noflaye, km 12, Route de Bambilor, BP 655 Rufisque, Senegal
Phone: +221 77 658 99 84
Situated to the northeast of Dakar, Le Village des Tortues is a great place to see West Africa’s wide variety of turtle species all in one place. Opened in 2001, it is home to over 350 turtles, from large...
Lac Rose is located on the outskirts of Dakar and makes for a great day trip from Dakar. There is plenty to do and see in Lac Rose, not least of all the pink lake.
Be warned, though, that Lac Rose does not always appear pink. Try to visit on a day that is not windy if you want to...
Zanzibar is one of the best places to visit in Tanzania, and is worth including on any travel itinerary. Flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are among the best ways to get from the capital of the country to the famous islands.
Flights from Dar es Salaam are offered by Bankair, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air, and ZanAir. Some of these airlines offer...
