A Kenya And Tanzania Safari Is A Sure Way To Experience The Best Of African Wildlife

By Elsa Noel


An African adventure is a priority on the Bucket List of most adventurers and nature lovers. Whether it is the vast, pristine plains, incredible sunsets or famous Big Five that pique one's interest, or the challenge to conquer Mt Everest - there is something about Africa that speaks to the soul of most human beings. Few countries have such a magnetic pull to the unknown as this wild, wonderful wonderland where rare and remarkable species still feed and breed in peace - in their natural habitat.

Who would not like to see the King of the Jungle and his family in their natural habitat? A bonus would be if one witnesses in close proximity how a lion hunts a buck or a buffalo and move in for the kill! What few people know and even fewer have had the opportunity to see, is that lions love to laze high up in trees to get away from ants and wet grass. But there's much more to see in the African jungle and a Kenya and Tanzania Safari is a sure way to experience the best of African wildlife.

Kenya and neighboring Tanzania offer some of the best wildlife experiences one can dream of. This is where the Serengeti and Mt Kilimanjaro guard and groom the prolific fauna and flora that abound in vast plains. Imagine watching millions of wildebeest, gazelles and other plain game trekking over 800 kilometers in search of grazing? Or climbing to the summit of the highest mountain in Africa for a breathtaking view into infinity?

Another world-famous landmark in Tanzania is Mt Kilimanjaro (Mountain of Greatness) - the highest mountain in Africa. At 19,341 feet above sea level, this dormant volcanic mountain with three volcanic cones is also the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The challenge to reach its summit (Uhuru Peak) has become a major tourist attraction.

Both Kenya and Tanzania boast breathtaking natural landscapes and an abundance of extraordinary wildlife. At any of the main natural waterholes, one can at any given time expect to find elephants, rhino, zebras, buffalo, leopards, gazelle - and of course lions! - competing for preference. Especially at sunrise and sunset, these waterholes attract thousands of game. The Ngorongoro Crater and conservation area, as well as Lake Manyara and Tarangire, are some of the main tourist attractions in Tanzania.

Kenya is where African safaris originated. This vast country and its magnificent variety and diversity of wildlife and natural resources, was in earlier years a magnet to especially the rich and famous, who flocked here to have a true African wildlife experience. Today, the country still attracts drones of people from across the globe, but its magic has become more accessible to include both rich and shoestring travelers.

Any trip to Kenya or Tanzania will bring you into close contact with the proud tribesmen of the Maasai culture, dressed in traditional red and proudly carrying a handmade wooden spear. The biggest part of the Serengeti was once known to outsiders as Maasailand. It will stand any visitor in good stead to learn some Zwahili words such as Jambo (hallo, how are you?) and Karibu (welcome) in order to show goodwill and respect to these fierce warriors.

Dozens of agencies and tour groups offer a wide choice of African Adventure packages, tailor-made to suit any visitor's needs. Whether you want to stay in luxury in 5 star hotels, or have a more authentic tent-life experience of wild, wonderful Africa - it's there for the taking. To experience the best of both worlds in Kenya and Tanzania, choose a package that includes both countries as well as a visit to Zanzibar! Hakuna Matata!




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