Major Tourist Sites
Tanzania is home to many tourist attractions that many around the world relish to visit. Most major tourist sites in Tanzania are natural landmarks formed by non-other than Mother Nature herself, while others are island paradises for many who wish to seek serenity.
One of the most popular tourist sites within Tanzania is the Serengeti national wildlife park. This is one of the best known game safari destinations in Africa and can easily be called the most popular attraction within Africa. The Serengeti is famous for its annual migration of wildebeest and Zebra. The best time to visit the Serengeti is in the month of May when the grasslands begin to become dry and fatigued forcing the Wildebeest and the Zebra to form a massed army, this offers a spectacular look at the wildlife.
One of the most popular tourist sites within Tanzania is the Serengeti national wildlife park. This is one of the best known game safari destinations in Africa and can easily be called the most popular attraction within Africa. The Serengeti is famous for its annual migration of wildebeest and Zebra. The best time to visit the Serengeti is in the month of May when the grasslands begin to become dry and fatigued forcing the Wildebeest and the Zebra to form a massed army, this offers a spectacular look at the wildlife.
Mount Kilimanjaro is easily one of the most spectacular sites you will ever see. Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano located on the north-eastern end of Tanzania, close to the border between Kenya and Tanzania. Mount Kilimanjaro sits approximately 5,892 metres above sea level and is Africa’s highest peak as well as the world’s highest free-standing mountain. The mountain is famous for its snow-capped peak that is positioned overlooking the plains of the savannah. Mount Kilimanjaro has been a popular site for mountaineers and trekkers from all over the world looking for an adrenaline rush.
Zanzibar is a popular tranquil space that presents many opportunities for those who seek serenity within Tanzania. The island of Unguja (part of Zanzibar) is popular for its Stone Town which presents white-washed coral rag houses and its white sandy beaches. This Town was constructed during the 19th century and has remained largely unchanged, presenting a maze of narrow alley ways. The early morning market on creek road is a thrilling experience with locals running to haggle for fragrant and exotic spices, fruits and fresh fish.
Lake Manyara National park is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful scenery. Lake Manyara national park is located along the base of the Great Rift Valley stretching for 50 kilometres. The park offers multiple hot springs for people who wish to seek to relax whilst on Safari. The Lake Manyara National park is home to over 400 species of bird and mahogany, sausages and croton trees present packs of blue monkey’s, baboons and vervets. Lake Manyara is also home to an array of animals such as the African Elephant, tree-climbing lions, large herds of buffalo, cheetah, bushbuck, waterbuck, Aardvark, leopard, Maasai giraffe, hippo and Impala. An extraordinary site you won’t want to miss.