Explore Tanzania vacation holidays destinations

March 29, 2010 - PRLog -- Tanzania is one of the unique destinations on the African continent that has yet to be discovered by many. It is a land of many wonders hubbing an un-paralleled diversity of fauna and flora. Tanzania is a Home to 8 World Heritage Sites. Kilimanjaro, the highest permanently snow-capped free standing mountain in Africa, the exotic Islands of Zanzibar, the finest game sanctuaries of Serengeti, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Ruaha, Selous and the Marine Park of Mafia Island are only but a few of the living examples. The scenery, topography and very friendly people harbour the growth of excellent cultural tourism beach holidays, game hunting, historical and archaeological ventures – and certainly the best wildlife photographic safaris on the continent. All these are tourist attractions that inspire people to travel from their countries and continents for sake to admire these wonders.
Tanzania Northern circuit safari circuit.

This safari circuit consist of Tours to Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Natron and Oldonyo Lengai.
Climbing mount kilimanjaro,tanzania safaris,cultural tourism, and sight seeing are some of vacation holidays to do.

Southern circuit tanzania safari consist safari to Selous game reserve, udzungwa, ruaha, katavi, mikumi national park. Virgin wilderness, reach with diversity wild animals, unique wildlife safaris and unlimited safaris experience. Price is cheap than northern circuit safaris.

Eastern tanzania is a beach holiday and involve visit to saadani national park, kilwa ruins, bagamoyo beach, zanzibar island and mafia island.

Western part is famous for chimpanzee safaris and gorilla tracking. Mahale and gombe parks are famous. Enjoy ecotourism, primate safaris and chimpanzee trekking safaris.

From above tourists circuits, there are a lot of natural attractions. In these attractions, there are a lot of adventure, sports, leisure, tours you can do to enjoy yourself. These tourist activities range from mountain climbing, trekking,hiking,walking safaris, bird watching, ecotourism, wildlife viewing, camel safaris, horse riding, boat safaris, snorkelling, scuba diving, swimming e.t.c

Ecotourism' (also known as ecological tourism) is responsible travel to fragile, pristine, and usually protected areas that strives to be low impact and (often) small scale. It purports to educate the traveler; provide funds for conservation; directly benefit the economic development and political empowerment of local communities; and foster respect for different cultures and for human rights.

Ecotourism generates funds for conservation, reduces threats to wildlife, and benefits communities.

Eco-Tourism in Tanzania
The beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Rift Valley,Ngorongoro Conservation area, and the Serengeti attracts countless visitors every year. The aim amongst those promoting eco-tourism in Tanzania is to harness that popularity and use it to develop greater respect for environment here. Engendering respect as well as making a significant practical difference is the basis of eco-tourism in Tanzania and you could be part of it!

Amani Nature reserve (ANR) has been termed as the "Last Paradise" it is a paradise of nature in the sense that the flora and fauna are unique. The species composition is very diverse with a complex structure very large and Tall trees (over 60 metres) exist throughout the ANR while below then many different types of plant species including climbers parasitic plants bryophytes, epiphytes and lianas being supported by tall trees. These characteristics make ANR a suitable area for Eco-tourism whereby it could be utilized for human pleasure by undertaking activities such as game viewing enjoying natural beauty or site seeing, hiking, camping, walking, picnics boating fishmg and learning while maintaining sound ecological processes and stability of the area.

The Amani Nature Reserve Includes also one of the largest Botanical Gardens in Africa. This garden was started by the Germans in 1902 including the first tree nursery in Tanganyika. The Amani Botanical Gardens (ABG) occupies an area of 350 hectares, The German planted about 900 different tree species both indigenous and exotics from different parts of the World. Thus ANR is centre for biological diversity. The floristic composition is very diverse and there are 2012 vascular plants species per Ha. Thus a large proposition of the endemic species are found within ANR.

Prior to the Germans the Usambara Mountains were already inhabited by the Lushoto an eco - friendly tourism spot. Lushoto can be reached from Mombo situated on the main Tanga, Arusha highway at the fort of the western Usambara. Driving up here on a tarmac through escarpments is a pleasant experience. Twisting and turning around roads, stopping green and gray walks of the mountains running and falling rivers colorful birds, tiny villages deep in the valleys and over obliging people make Lushoto a focal point for eco - tourists. The town also offers an excellent study of tradition and customs of Wasambaa farmers. Various view points on the edge of the mountain are also interesting parts of the tourism programme. All these can be experienced in places like Irente, Mtae, Mlalo, Soni, and Mazumbai.

Lushoto gives a feeling of being on the Swiss Alps. The town inspires the visitors to include in reverting what is behind the curtains of nature. The Germans have played a very vital role in developing Lushoto.

Udzungwa is a magnet for hikers. An excellent network of forest trails includes the popular half-day ramble to Sanje Waterfall, which plunges 170 metres (550 feet) through a misty spray into the forested valley below.

The more challenging two-night Mwanihana Trail leads to the high plateau, with its panoramic views over surrounding sugar plantations, before ascending to Mwanihana peak, the second-highest point in the range.
Ornithologists are attracted to Udzungwa for an avian wealth embracing more than 400 species, from the lovely and readily-located green-headed oriole to more than a dozen secretive Eastern Arc endemics.

Those are ideal places for walking safaris,nature trekking, bird watching and natural waterfalls swimming.

Enriching your travel experience; Contributing to poverty alleviation.
Tanzania is endowed with the rich cultural heritage of 120 ethnic tribes. The Cultural Tourism Programme provides visitors with authentic cultural experiences that combine nature, scenery, folklore, ceremonies, dances, rituals, tales, art, handicrafts and hospitality that give a unique insight into the people’s way of life.

It is a rewarding experience to leave the safari vehicle behind and walk through the lush tropical slopes of Mt Meru or Mt Kilimanjaro while Waarusha, Wameru or Wachagga guides proudly describe their carefully cultivated shambas with coffee, bananas, fruits, vegetables and dairy cow farming.

Discover how many steps it takes to grow, pick, dry, roast, pound and brew fresh aromatic coffee. Participate in the process yourself before enjoying the taste and taking home your very personal packet of Tanzanian coffee! In the pastoral areas of the north you can follow the Iraqw, Barbaiq, and Maasai tracks to explore almost forgotten traditions and a way of life that is closely linked to nature and wildlife. In southern Tanzania follow the famous drumbeats and let the Ndali dancers interpret the music and performances they inherited from their ancestors. Taste the local cuisine, with all the culinary variations of Ugali, Makande, Machalari, Pilau, Chapati, Nyama choma, and sample the local brew.

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