Marriott International is set to launch a new tented camp at one of the most iconic wildlife areas in Africa; the Serengeti National Park. Marriott International, a well reputed hospitality company has named the property; Mapito Safari Camp. The name mapito is a swahili word that is explains the great location of the luxury safari camo, which is located in the main route that is followed by the Wildebeests herds during the great migration. More than a million wildebeests accompanied of hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles pass through the compound of the camp every year on their way
Going on a safari in Tanzania is more than just a vacation; it’s an adventure into the heart of Africa’s wilderness, where raw nature takes center stage. From witnessing the thunderous migration of wildebeests across the Serengeti to marveling at the astonishing beauty of Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania offers experiences that leave even the most seasoned travelers in awe. For many travelers, it’s the culmination of years of dreaming about the wild—an opportunity to step into scenes straight out of a nature documentary. Like any great journey, a Tanzania safari comes with its unique set of challenges and nuances. First-time visitors,
Spanning an immense 30,893 square kilometers, Nyerere National Park is not only Tanzania’s largest national park but also the biggest in East Africa. Since its establishment in 2019, this vast wilderness has rapidly risen to prominence, recently earning a spot among the Top 50 Best Safari Parks in Africa. According to the 2024 rankings by SafariBookings.com, Nyerere secured the 27th position—an impressive feat that underscores its growing reputation as a world-class safari destination. Nyerere National Park voted amongst the best The rankings were based on 2,384 reviews, combining feedback from 1,239 safari travelers from 74 countries and insights from 1,145
Planning a trip to Zanzibar or combining Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar beach vacation? Starting October 1, 2024, all visitors to Zanzibar Island will be required to pay a mandatory $44 insurance fee (approximately Sh118,360) to cover them for up to 92 days during their stay on the islands. Check out the Official Press Release by the Zanzibar; Zanzibar's new Travel Insurance. In a recent interview with local news rooms, Dr. Saada Mkuya Salum, Zanzibar's Minister of Finance, shared that the new measure is designed to enhance visitor services and offer protection in a range of situations. The insurance will cover
Zanzibar News Blast Zanzibar, a popular tourist destination known for its pristine beaches and rich cultural heritage, has recently implemented a new infrastructure tax aimed at generating revenue for development projects. The tax, which affects hotel accommodation, has sparked debates within the tourism and hospitality industry. Zanzibar New Infrastructure Tax Fees The Zanzibar government, through its Minister for Finance and Planning, Ms Saada Mkuya Salum, introduced the new infrastructure tax as part of the 2023-24 budgetary proposals. The primary aim of this tax is to generate revenue to fund infrastructure development projects in the region. The government asserts that the
Tanzania is one of the best safari destinations on the African continent and ranks in the 10th position in Africa after a survey that was carried out by the Travel and Tourism Competitive Index in 2019. Recent polls held by Safaribookings.com have ranked Tanzania as the number one safari country in Africa for 7 years now in a row, with Serengeti National Park ranked as the number one park in Africa for several years now by the World Travel Awards poll. Tanzania has a lot of attractions that include National Parks, historical and geological sites and not forgetting pristine beaches
Safari in Tanzania is unforgettable! The scenic drives between one park and another, crossing the Masai Steppe, marveling at a herd of elephants in the baobab tree dotted plains of Tarangire or combing the savannah in Serengeti in search of wild animals or walking in the remote Ruaha National Park. The feeling of an African honeymoon trip in Tanzania is just magical. Read on to get first hand insights on the best time for a honeymoon in Tanzania and how long is the best honeymoon safari in Tanzania. The best time to travel to Tanzania for honeymoon It is a
Tanzania is the mecca of wildlife safaris and it is Okay to go on safari with kids in Tanzania! Contrary to some misleading theories; Tanzania safari is both enjoyable and safe for children as long as you go on a pre-arranged, tailor-made Tanzania safari tour, like the ones that we arrange at Tanzania Safari Desire. Tailor Made safaris in Tanzania allows for you to give out all your finer details to the safari experts prior to your travel. Information that includes ages of the children and together with the travel experts, you will agree on a desired room configuration but
You do not need to do any COVID 19 PCR test when you travel from Zanzibar Island to the mainland Tanzania like Arusha or Dar es Salaam or back to Zanzibar. That is the straight and direct answer for that question that has been bothering travelers for a while. PCR Test for travelling from Zanzibar to Mainland Tanzania and Vice Versa?. For anyone who arrives into Zanzibar from abroad, they are required to show a negative PC test result at the airport in Zanzibar International Airport. The same applies to anyone who arrives to any international airport in Mainland Tanzania
Can you go on safari from Zanzibar? The answer is; Absolutely! You can do a short or long safari starting from Zanzibar to all the famous national parks in mainland Tanzania! We include short flights or 30 minutes to Dar es Salaam for southern Tanzania safaris, including a visit to Mikumi National Park, Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous), Udzungwa National Park or even the far flung Ruaha National Park. For Nyerere National Park ( Selous safari) and Ruaha National Park, we can arrange direct flights from Zanzibar to the airstrips located in the parks, using domestic bush flight companies. For