What Is Tanzania Known For? Tanzania is an East Africa country and is among the best tourist destination countries in Africa. It has diverse geography, history, wildlife, and beautiful sandy beaches that have made it to be a centre for tourist attraction.
Serengeti National Park: The Great Migration
Among the most visited attractions is the Serengeti National Park is one in Tanzania which is in the broader Serengeti ecosystem region. The park is famous for prides of lions, elephants, leopards, various species of plains’ animals and the wildebeest migration where millions of wildebeests, zebras among other animal species move from quarter to another in search of pasture. This outstanding event occur mostly at the long dry season, December to September which is the best time to see wildlife. Many people explore the Serengeti through game viewing drives, although travellers can also take everything from hot air ballooning to more conventional game viewing. The park is also home to the “Big Five”: lions, leopards, elephant, buffaloes and rhinoceros and thus is popular with tourists on wildlife endearing destinations.
Ngorongoro Crater
Another interesting site is the Ngorongoro Crater which is among the World Heritage Site for humanity. This type of volcanic eruption has resulted in the formation of a caldera, which can be recognised for extensive and aesthetically inspiring scenery and one of the highest populations of animals anywhere in the world. Though it hosts more than 25 000 large animals like lions, elephants and black rhinoceros, the crater is among the best destination to watch wildlife in whole Africa. It is a natural habitat of fauna that shapes a striking view of the bottom of the crater with the loin grasslands, swamps and a soda Lake. The other related interest within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where the actual crater is located also offer chance to gather information on Maasai people since they are also dwellers of the area alongside the large herds of wild animals.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa’s Highest Peak Tanzania now boasts of the tallest mountain in Africa ranked 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) above the sea level Mount Kilimanjaro. This popular mountain provides many different paths for trekking and climbing, visitors come here from all corners of the world. The hike crosses over different microclimates ranging from tropical rainforests, sub-alpine desert with stunning views once on the peak. Ascent of the Kili is a unique adventure and getting to Uhuru Point is a great accomplishment for `many travellers. Mountain is also an antecedent to take photographs and to contemplate an incredible and different scenery as much as ecological points of view.
Zanzibar
Here, lovers of quiet, sea and beautiful sand coves would find Zanzibar an ideal holiday destination. This island situated in the Indian ocean northwest of Tanzania is globally known for its beautiful sandy beaches beautiful waters and historical background. Clients can tour the numerous Spice markets in Town, and town which is a World heritage site and view the narrow streets, buildings and structures allied to the ancient history of the region. The scenarios that await tourists are plenty of water sports such as snorkelling, diving and sail. The Zanzibar is surrounded with great corals and marine life which makes it be among the best places for divers and marine lovers. Spice plantations which can be found on the island serves as a good ground for introduction of various aspects of the island in spice trade.
Tarangire National Park
A Hidden Gem , much like in the case of Arusha National park, Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania is often overshadowed by such gems of park as Serengeti, Manyara or Ngorongoro, but should not be underestimated. Prides of elephants, baobabs, lion, cheetah, well over 500 types of birds and other wildlife are attributes of the park.
It mostly composed of impressive elevated and beautiful plains, swamps and wetlands that afford wonderful opportunities for game viewing especially in the dry season when many animals flock closer to the Tarangire River. People can participate in game drives, guided walks and picnicking amidst some of the most scenic environment.
Lake Manyara National Park
An Eco-Diversity Hotspot Popular attraction of the Tanzania’s National Parks that is the Manyara Conservation Area, in particular, include the Lake Manyara, the landscape of that park is famed for its green woods, and colors that paint the park’s surroundings, as well as the awesome bird view. The park comprises of a 567 km2 shallow alkaline Soda lake and supports various biomes such as; Woodlands Biome, Grazing Land Biome and Wetland Biome. It is famous for flamingos and other classes of birds in large number, although the bird is not endemic to the country. Tour lovers can watch elephants, giraffes, and even tree-climbing lions in this so-special park. Like Other National Park, there are other activities that one can do in the park including canoes, walking safeties, bird watching and also take guided tours.
Cultural Experiences
The cultural aspect in Tanzania need not to be overemphasized because the country is endowed with that as well. There are chances for the visitors to interact with; Maasai, Chaga and Hadzabe people among others. Educational or cultural tours put the spotlight on the local, or traditional mode of living, and cultural practices. The Maasai live within Kenya and Tanzania, they have very striking and bright clothing, unique accessories and are a semi- pastoralist tribe. Meanwhile their traditions, dancing, warrior ceremonial, and guided cattle-herding tours are sorts of activities visitors can attend to and learn their way of live.
Culinary Delights
Tanzanian food is a blend of colors and tastes which reflects many origins such as Arab, Indian and local African origin. Delicacies on offer include ugali made from maize, nyama choma- barbeque meat and seafood which is common with regions that border the Indian Ocean. A more ethnic and mainstream street food can be accessed in the markets and food stalls coming in impressive colors.
Tanzania is one of the leading tourism Mecca in Africa boasting of wonderful attractions including important geographical features , diverse wildlife , excellence cultural encounters and beautiful beach fronts. This makes the country even more desirable for global travellers because of its policies on conservation and tourism. Whether intending to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, watch the spectacular vision of migrant wild animals in Serengeti or plan to enjoy the warm sand beneath your feet in Zanzibar, Tanzania has something for everyone, something that would leave impressive memories. And this again proves the fact that Tanzania has all types of tourist activities and hospitality needed to define the true African hospitality.
