Arusha

Africa

Tanzania

In Tanzania, it was more than one hundred tribal units which lost their freedom; it was one nation that regained it.

— Julius Kambarage Nyerere

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Arusha
Despite its population of half a million, tourists would be forgiven to thinking Arusha is more of a staging ground for tours than a thrivi…
Kendwa Beach, Zanzibar
A small touristy village in the far north of Zanzibar on the west coast. Kendwa offers beautiful beaches, warm water and some premium hotel…
Lake Manyara
Offering incredible views over the rift valley escarpment and with two thirds of its area covered by water, the Lake Manyara National Park …
Moshi - Gateway to Kilimanjaro
The capital of the Kilimanjaro region, Moshi is named for the smoke that used to come from the volcanic Kilimanjaro. It is one of the main …
Hiking the Machame Route to Kilimanjaro's summit
Turning 42 on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, I hiked the Machame route from Machame Gate to Uhuru Peak, and down to Mweke Gate.
Mto Wa Mbu
Directly translated, Mto Wa Mbu means ‘The River of Mosquitos’. This town is often used as a base for Safari tours. Staying overnight in a …
Ngorongoro Crater
First listed as a preserve in 1921, 25,000 animals make it their home, including 62 (as of 2001) Lions who suffer inbreeding issues due to …
Safaris in the Serengeti National Park
Established in 1952, the Serengeti National Park is synonymous with Safari. Famed the world over, even those who are unaware it is in Tanza…
Stone Town
Called Mji Mkongwe in Swahili, Stone Town is a district of the larger Zanzibar City, Stone Town has been the capital of the spice trade and…