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View of Ngorongoro Crater as we exit the park

To Africa and Back!

Each country is Africa is so different and I was lucky enough to experience both South Africa and Tanzania on my trip to the continent. Traveling from North America to Southern Africa is worth every second you have to spend in airports and on long plane rides. A place unlike any other, I hope my blog about the culture and wildlife I encountered …
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Kenya Center Renovations Grant

Adventure Life has graciously given Amani ya Juu (amaniafrica.org) funds to begin renovations on our center in Nairobi, Kenya.

Amani ya Juu means “higher peace” in Swahili. Amani is a fair trade sewing and training program for marginalized women in Africa. Women from many African nations and cultures are learning to work together through …
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush

Best Times to Visit Africa

What is the best time to take an Africa trip? As such a huge continent, the optimal travel months vary by region. Travelers can use this helpful chart that gives an overview of when to visit various areas. Of course, weather & wildlife are not predictable - which makes your trip all that much more adventurous!
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Masai tribe woman dancing

Our Kenya Safari Adventure

We traveled on a Kenyan safari and encountered so much wildlife on our journey: cheetahs, lions, elephants, giraffes, ostriches, hyenas, and more! We also had the privilege of visiting a Masai village and view some of their cultural ceremonies and dress.
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Me and my kids with some Massai

Family Safaris--Yes, You Can Go on Safari as a Family!

Whether you are thinking of taking the kids on an African safari or doing a multi-generational trip, with a bit of planning and some expert advice, you and your family can experience the joys of safari.
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Huge pride of lions in Serengeti National Park

Tanzania Safari

A breathtaking journey through the northern safari circuit of Tanzania, including Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Natron and the Serengeti.
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Beautiful Maasai mom with her baby helping to milk the cows for the morning.

Tanzania Adventure!

My husband and I spent two weeks exploring Tanzania by eating good food and fruits, built huts with the local people in a village, exploring the plains, spotting the "Big Five" and other wildlife on safaris in the Serengeti. We also enjoyed the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. We had a wonderful trip!
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Wildebeest migration

Best Time to Travel to Tanzania

The best time to visit Tanzania and Ngorongoro Crater. This travel guide will discuss wet vs dry season and the benefits and drawbacks of both including when the best time is to spot wildlife.
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Wildlife on an Africa safari

Best Time to Do a Serengeti Safari (Tanzania)

The Serengeti in Tanzania is one of the best places in Africa to go on safari to see wildlife. Among other reasons, there is never a bad time to explore the Serengeti. Both the wet and dry seasons have their benefits. The Serengeti National Park is dry and sunny from June through October, making this the best time for a safari in Tanzania.
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.

Tanzania FAQs

Inevitably, a trip to Tanzania is going to result in a lot of different questions - from common foods to local currency, or expected weather to budget recommendations. These answers to commonly asked traveler questions will help you be better prepared for your Tanzania trip. Of course, our expert trip planners can assist you with any other inquiries you might have.
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Ebola Risk

Ebola Risk - Peace of Mind for Travel to Africa

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Along the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater

Where to Go on a Family Safari

So going on a family safari is easier than you think. You just need to do some planning ahead of time and get things set up the best way for your family. The earlier you plan, the better off things will be. For most families going on safari, it will be when the kids are out of school. So demand for the "family tents" at various safari …
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Hiking outside the national parks in Tanzania

Preparing Kids for a Safari

So you've decided to take the kids on an African safari. Now you need to prepare them. And yourselves.

You will need some appropriate clothing, footwear, and a few extra tidbits. We are happy to help with some advice on all of this. Clothing should be in neutral colors and in easy-to-care-for fabrics. You may need layers depending on your …
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Hot air balloon safari - Serengeti National Park

Balloon Safaris and the Unofficial Night Game Drive

Hot air balloon safaris are offered in many places in Tanzania – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ruaha, Grumeti, and more. I had never been in a balloon before, so I made sure to add this to my itinerary. My balloon safari was operated by Serengeti Balloon Safaris in Seronera (central Serengeti).

It is well known that night game drives are forbidden …
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Cheetah in Tarangire

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire was my favorite park, rather unexpectedly. I feel like it's the unsung hero of Tanzania; the little brother to the Serengeti. It's vast -- not nearly as vast as the Serengeti, but it almost felt bigger because we hardly saw another game drive vehicle in two days. It made me feel incredibly small to be out for an entire day and …
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Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

I'm going to get flack for this, but Ngorongoro was my least favorite safari location on my trip. From a geological perspective, I thought it was fascinating and I liked driving along the rim, but when we descended the crater for our game drive, I was struck by how busy it was down there. It was far more crowded with game drive vehicles in the …
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Tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara National Park

In the past, I would include Lake Manyara National Park in most of my Tanzania safari itineraries. Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions. Why is this unique?While a leopard sleeping lazily in the treetops is a common sight on safari in Tanzania, this strange behavior exhibited by lions has been the subject of interest and wonder. Lions …
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Kassandra on Safari - Serengeti National Park

Tanzania Packing List

Travelers often ask me for a packing list when they go on safari. To some degree, packing is a bit personal, so here is my personal packing list for my Tanzania safari plus some important commentary:

Head:

* Tilley Airflo Hat - always comes with me to Africa

* Sunglasses - needs no explanation

* Scarf/wrap - I usually bring along a lightweight …
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A most excellent guide, dearest Charles.

Unique Features of Tanzania Safari

As I travel more in Africa and experience safaris in different countries,I start to pick up on the unique features of each country. In South Africa and Botswana, you are typically flying into an airstrip near your lodge and doing game drives in open air safari vehicles with guides that are based out of the game lodge. In Botswana, you normally fly …
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baby zebra - Ngorongoro Crater

The Importance of Logistics and Tipping

Logistics for Tanzania safaris are a bit more convoluted than in other countries. I’ve already discussed the pros and cons of fly-in safaris versus driving safaris. Essentially, if you have the budget for it, flying will save you time and eliminate long drives. What you give up in a fly-in safari is having the same private guide from start …
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Flamingos at Lake Natron

Lake Natron

A lot of people skip Lake Natron and I'm really glad I included it. Natron is hard to get to. It took us 4 hours of driving to get between Tarangire and Natron. Only about 45 minutes of that is on pavement, then it's a dirt road the rest of the way. The first two hours on the dirt road was decent for us. The last hour and a half was ROUGH, …
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bull elephant - Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

And here's what we all came for: Serengeti National Park. I half wish I could say it was overrated, crowded, didn't have much wildlife, etc. But that's no the case at all. The hype is real. Just driving in on the main road, we saw several lions sitting along the dirt highway.

This is where the Big 5 happened for us. We saw 2 rhino on …
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Goodbye Zanzibar!

Zanzibar Days

We ended our trip with a few days in beautiful Zanzibar. It’s important to be mindful of the change in culture as you travel to Zanzibar as it’s not the typical beach vacation you may have in mind. You are encouraged to be more modest when enjoying the sunshine and warm water of the Indian Ocean. I wore a swimsuit cover that also …
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We traveled with another balloon witch provided photographic moments.

Balloon Safari On The Serengeti

I told my coworkers that I was a bit nervous to take a balloon ride as I’ve always been afraid of heights. One of them said, “oh, just think of it like you’re in an airplane!” They couldn’t be more right. We were picked up early in the morning to arrive to where the balloons were being filled at 6 AM. When we arrived, …
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