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Learn about Dar es Salaam past and present with this guided tour of the Tanzanian capital. You'll get the chance to explore the treasures at the National Museum, learn about a uniquely Tanzanian style of painting at the Tingatinga Arts Cooperative Society, and learn about the country's tribal diversity at the Village Museum, all with your own private driver-guide to take care of the transportation.

Enjoy an air conditioned vehicle private transfer from the Airport to your hotel or resort in Dar es Salam. On arrival you will be met by the driver who will escort you to the waiting vehicle vehicle and and transfer you to the hotel. Arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel will include a meet and greet service and this transfer service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and will all your travel requirements.

Visit two of Zanzibar's most interesting attractions in just one day with this tour. You'll visit Prison Island, known for its old prison and giant turtles, followed by a trip to Nakupenda, known as the "Vanishing Island" as it disappears during the high tide. You'll have plenty of time to swim, snorkel, and dine on seafood and white wine before you return to Stone Town by boat.

Dar es Salaam is dynamic, colorful and diverse. Originally a small fishing village known as Mzizima it’s now a bustling city and hub for East African business and trade. Packed with interesting culture, history, food and people our Dar es Salaam city tour will give you a taste of one of East Africa’s most exciting cities. These are a few of the things you’ll see on the tour:

This trip is professionally designed to give all our clients an unforgettable Experience of Dar es Salaam City. The tour will start with a visit to the National Museum and House of Culture where you will get to see exhibits about the history and natural environment of Tanzania and our trip will end in the Mwenge Woodcarvers Market which is the perfect place to buy or access cultural material from Tanzanian artists. We are the premier provider of an African Experience, saying so if you want to visit the City or when you are in Dar es Salaam, this tour is an option that will amaze your stay in Tanzania as well as provide you with a great life's memory.

You will experience the real life of locals and their difference compare to middle income peoples and higher income earners.

Bagamoyo is a magical town fringed with amazing beaches, Mangrove forest, unforgettable historical memories as well as various traditional lifestyle, located just 65kms north of Dar es Salaam on the coast opposite Zanzibar, it was the formal capital of the German East Africa. It derived the name from the word Bwagamoyo means “here I throw down my heart” reflecting the desperation and despair of the “broken heart” captives whose voyage into the unknown world began here. The town was the most important trading center pot of the east central coast of Africa, in the late 19th century its history was influenced by Indian and Arab traders, the German colonial government and by Christian missionaries. The visit will include; First German East Africa State House in East Africa, Old Fort, Kaole Ruins, Catholic Museum, Crocodile Farm, Old Port in East Africa, the First Cross erected by the Missionary on the coast of East Africa, Dr. Livingstone’s Church, the fish market, etc.

Gain first hand experience of the social issues facing Dar es Salaam – living conditions of families, rapid urbanization, infrastructure issues and the urban environment. You will visit markets and meet the people who work and innovate in the informal economy, and hear about the struggles they face.

The Mikumi floodplain, with its open grassland, dominates the park together with the mountain ranges that borders the park in two sides. The park provides excellent opportunities to view a variety of animals and birds in a short period of time without too much driving around. The wildlife viewing experience in this park can be experienced right upon entering the park where you can encounter baboon, zebra, impala and many more wild animals

Strolling through Bagamoyo’s narrow, unpaved streets takes you back to the mid-19th century, when the town was one of the most important settlements along the East African coast and the terminus of the trade caravan route linking Lake Tanganyika with the sea. Slaves, ivory, salt and copra were unloaded here before being shipped to Zanzibar Island and elsewhere, and many European explorers, including Richard Burton, Henry Morton Stanley and David Livingstone, began and ended their trips here. In 1868 French missionaries established Freedom Village at Bagamoyo as a shelter for ransomed slaves, and for the remainder of the century the town served as a way station for missionaries travelling from Zanzibar Island to the interior.

On this trip, you will visit Mikumi National park, which hosts lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and more than 300 bird species. Then, you will transfer to Zanzibar, where you will explore the historic city of Stone Town and also relax at Matemwe beach, one of the best beaches in the world. You will get a option to visit Mnemba Island for the snorkeling trip or go for Dolphin Tour, free or charge if you wish to, or you can stay at the hotel and relax at the beach.

Above Kilimanjaro Expeditions provides with care, safety, luxury and style an insight of a true African adventure that impacts everlasting memories.We go an extra mile to assure each clients maximum satisfaction during their Tanzanian Safari.

Home to approximately 120 tribal groups, most of these comprise small communities that are gradually being assimilated into the larger population due to changes in land use and the economic draw of city life. Pastoralists who fiercely guard their culture and traditions, Masaai tribal life revolves around protecting and caring for their herds of cattle and finding ample grazing land in their region. The 'Spice Islands' of the Zanzibar Archipelago, Pemba, Mafia, and the entire Tanzanian coast is home to the Swahili people, a vibrant mix of Arab, Indian and Bantu origins who historically based their livelihoods around Indian Ocean trade. The Swahili Coast, as the region is called, is a predominantly Islamic region with old mosques and coral palaces found throughout the area. Swahili culture centres around the dhow, a wooden sailing boat powered by the seasonal wind.

The Selous (Nyerere N P) is almost 4 times the size of Serengeti:vast and wild,featuring Rivers,Lakes,Hot Volcanic springs,350+resident birds and a mighty diverse landscape and animals in comparison to non in Africa.The Mikumi lies on the main highway to the highlands parks,mountainous ,waterfalls,hippo pool and a great population of Elephants,Giraffe,Antelopes variety,Zebra,Mongoose,Lion,Cheetah,leopard,Hippo,Wildebeest and much more.Tented lodges with all amenities are located in exceptional sites uphill surrounded by nature in both parks.Meals are mouthwatering with a mixed Euro/Afri cuisine .

Amboni, have been associated with fascinating stories of a deity residing in the caves where traditional rites are still continuing to be held up to the present time. Ethnic groups such as the Segeju, Sambaa, Bondei and Digo who lived near the caves used it for prayers. There are chambers treated as sacred chambers for worshipping some spirits. One of them is called “Mzimu wa Mabuvu”. Some believe that there is a powerful deity which can alleviate their sickness, sufferings or increase their fertility. This is where Osale Otanga, the person who gave colonialists a hard time lived. The caverns are associated with dazzling stories. One cavern was allegedly used as a hideout by a famous Pre-Uhuru pair of Robin Hoods in the 1950s Mau Mau insurrection. The cave attracts tourist as well as students for their geography lessons.

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The Maasai people, one of the well-known tribes are recognized for their unique and ancient rituals, attire and beliefs. But they are slowly modernizing, and more and younger members are leaving their homelands and traditions for life in the city. Mikumi National Park there are spectacular rock formations of the mountains Rubeho and Uluguru. The southeast part of the park is less rich in wildlife, and not very accessible. Mikumi It is the best place for a game drive and you may stay overnight in the park either in the tents or in the lodges inside the park.

We offers you the highest quality and most budget tours on the market. Our daily goal is to deliver the best value and exceptional service to our family of travelers. We treat each customer as a unique individual with unique travel needs. Our enthusiasm of excellent service, innovative tours and competitive prices will make your vacation a valued and pleasurable experience such as day tours and sightseeing trips. Recommended Full day Zanzibar Tours & Excursions offers!!! Enjoy full day Mnemba Island, Nungwi Beach, and Kendwa Beach. Overnight at hotel. This tour program has aim to save your Budget and time.

Pick up from Dar es salaam at 5 am and to drive to Mikumi National Park which takes approximately 5 hrs to 6 hrs depending on the traffic on the highway. You will have your breakfast at Morogoro Town then with your picnic lunch box drive into Mikumi National Park. You will arrive around 0900am proceed with game drives until late in the afternoon having a lunch at the picnic site. Mikumi National Park provides excellent opportunity to view diverse number of wildlife and many species of birds in a short period of time without too much of driving around inside the park. You will have the opportunity to view the unique Mikumi Giraffes that naturalists say seem to be a cross breed between reticulated and Maasai Giraffe, Antelope, Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Hyena, Wildebeest, Wild Dog, Zebra, Leopard can be easily sported in this park. Then drive back to Dar es Salaam see beautifully landscapes and scenarios in the way back, arrival around 0900pm.

Get an in-depth look at Tanzania’s capital city on this guided tour. Depart from your Dar es Salaam hotel or port with a driver and make your way into the city. In the company of your guide, learn about the city’s history and rapid growth. Taste coconut water and street refreshments as you explore the streets of Dar es Salaam.

Enjoy the wilderness and nature’s variety of the East Usambara Mountains. THE ESTATE The Magoroto Forest Estate with its tropical rain forest is the perfect spot for getaway. The estate is located on an altitude of 850m above sea level where temperature are pleasant all year around. Due to the altitude there are almost no mosquitos. The Estate offers stunning views from the Muheza Valley to the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the lush rain forest with rare plants and bird species or walk through the old palm oil plantation. Learn about organic spice production such as cardamom, pepper, cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, tea and many other useful plants. Have a picnic or swim in our beautiful lake. ACTIVITIES Enjoy and experience the wonderful nature up in the mountains. The estate offers a great variety of activities to explore the area.:  Hiking (Short walks to full day trips)  Forest or Village walk  Mountain biking  Picnic at the lake  Swimming  Fishing  Bird watching  Spice Plantation tour

Mikumi National Park hosts a big variety of mammals, reptiles, and over 300 species of birds. Animals that are frequently seen in Mikumi National Park include lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and many more. Additionally, you will be able to view more than 300 bird species and a variety of plants. At Mikumi National park, you will stay at comfortable lodges inside or outside the park. You can also stay at luxury hotels a few miles outside the park if you wish to. WHY MIKUMI? (and NOT Serengeti or Ngorongoro): - Less crowded with Tourists - More affordable - It is only a five hours drive from Dar Es Salaam with a nice view - Budget-friendly accommodations can be found along the main road in the town Udzungwa National Park is a tropical rainforest in the mountains and is the perfect destination for beautiful nature hikes after your safari. Hike to the waterfalls and explore the many reptiles and monkeys that call the park their home.

Dar es Salaam (meaning 'place of peace') is the largest city and former capital city of Tanzania. On the Swahili coast, Dar es-Salaam is an important economic Centre and one of the fastest growing cities in the world.

Get to shape the night how you want , with just a little bit of guidance you will be able to know where and what you would prefer to see or do, and I on the other hand I will be this catalyst in your night to ensure you have a great experience to remember not only our beautiful city but Tanzania in general . I used to host Swahili lessons to volunteers and tourists too so don't hesitate to poke me for those with multilingual minds . KARIBU SANA.