Africa Travel Overview : Tanzania

Why Tanzania?

Tanzania - long considered Kenya’s ‘little brother’ - has finally come into its own.
This wildlife-rich country boasts the famous Serengeti Reserve - an extension of the Masai Mara and, in fact, the origin of the great migration.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the natural wonders of the world, and should not be missed.

Accommodations:
Some large lodges but mostly smaller tented and tree-style camps and lodges.

Gameviewing:
Pop-top minivans and land cruisers in national parks, open vehicles in private concessions.

Getting Around:
Flying is strongly recommended for long distances. No self-drive.

Other Attractions:
Mt. Kilimanjaro beckons to those adventurers seeking a challenge, while those needing some relaxation find sun and surf at Indian Ocean lodgings near Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.

Africa Travel Overview : Kenya

Young Masai girl paricipating in a local festival ritual

Opportunities forgame viewing often present themselves on the Kenya horseback safari

Why Kenya?
African Travelling in kenya has several place.
There are few places other than Kenya, that can claim to have hosted such luminaries as Teddy Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Ernest Hemingway. However, it’s the abundance of animals which draws present day safarists. Here one can witness the breathtaking migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra traversing the famed Masai Mara Reserve from late June through October.

Accommodations:
Large hotels and lodges, intimate tented camps or elegant historic bush homes.

Gameviewing:
Pop top minivans and land cruisers in national parks,open vehicles in private concessions,
day walks or overnight ‘fly camping’ excursions are added options.

Getting Around:
Flying between points is preferable when possible.
No self-drive.

Other Attractions:
The colorful Masai people add another distinction to this destination. Their relatively nomadic life, traditional dress and reverence of their cattle, provide a rare cultural experience.