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Safari tours to selous game reserve, udzungwa, ruaha and mikumi national parks southern circuit tanzania

Budget travel packages southern circuit safaris Tanzania.

Southern circuit tanzania safaris is adventure travel tours to selous game reserve, udzungwa, ruaha and mikumi national parks.

This is a Tanzania safari budget trip which includes game drives, wildlife viewing, walking safaris, bird watching and canoeing safaris.

Safari tour to mikumi, ruaha, uzdungwa national parks and selous game reserve takes 10 days and tourists experience tanzania wildlife safaris, natural wilderness and real bush safaris.

Budget camping safaris, Lodge safaris and cheap lodge safaris in Southern safaris packages are available.

10 days tanzania safaris luxury tented camps is real african safari experience.

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Tanzanite jewel, gemstones in Arusha, Tanzania

 

Tanzanite is the blue/purple variety of the mineral zoisite discovered in the Merarani Hills of northern Tanzania in 1967, near the city of Arusha. It is a popular and valuable gemstone when cut.

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Tanzanite is noted for its remarkably strong trichroism, appearing alternately sapphire blue, violet, and sage-green depending on crystal orientation.

Zoisite (Variety Tanzanite)

Tanzanite is the important gem variety of zoisite (zoisite is also refered

to as epidote)

Color is variable. Gem varieties are often sapphire blue or violet blue.

However, other colors occur, like the red variety (thulite), and a green

variety.

Hardness: 6.5-7 (note this hardness is less than normally desirable for a

gem used in jewelry subject to abrasion by dirt and dust)

Crystal system: orthorhombic

Composition: Ca-Al-silicate (tanzanite color is attributed to a Vanadium (V)

as an impurity strongly pleochroicView an uncut crystal.

Where is it found?

From deep in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania comes tanzanite, a gemstone with only a single known source. Tanzanite is one of the most intriguing and desirable precious gemstones of modern times.

1000 times rarer than diamonds, tanzanite has enchanted discerning jewellery buyers seeking rarity and distinction.

Exceptionally brilliant, tanzanite is unique among gemstones for its multi-dimensional colour, radiating a dazzling kaleidoscope of royal blue, violet, indigo, lilac and periwinkle. Tanzanite’s exquisite colour, poised intriguing between blue and violet, is unlike that of any other gemstone.

It is this unique colour, vibrant, individual and youthful, that gives tanzanite a strong, immediately recognisable identity and contributes to its special positioning in both the gemstone and the fine jewellery markets.

The variety of zoisite known as tanzanite was discovered in Tanzania in

1967.

TANZANITE occurs in pegmatite veins (inclusions suggest hydrocarbon-rich fluids) .

WE usually heat treated at 400 - 500 C to remove brown tints,

deepen blue

• Some cats eye varieties due to channels or needles
• Best orientation for color not same for chatoyancy

Clarity is the second most important of the 4 c's when considering Tanzanite

quality. Clarity simply refers to how inclusion-free a gemstone is. Once

again, the most universally accepted and most documented system is the GIA.

You need reliable and genuine information about Tanzanite Origin, Buying Tanzanite Guidelines, Tanzanite quality scale, using 4C,s from Tanzanite Foundation- internationally Recognised. Consider caring of Tanzanite and more information about this world wide worth jewel.

In Arusha you get genuine Tanzanite, Tanzanite jewels, Tanzanite gemstone, and Tanzanite products.

Whether you come Arusha for Business, wildlife safaris, mountain climbing, contact us and visit Tanzanite Store,either for window shoping, buying Tanzanite products like chains, bracelets, or Tanzanite tour at Tanzanite mining site.

Do you have more questions? Contact Expert at: andrew.m2006@gmail.com

Kilimanjaro climbing, Tanzania safaris,information and climbing

MOUNT KILIMANJARO NATURE, INFORMATION AND CLIMBING TACTICS.

Mount Kilimanjaro has a lot about Nature, People and Cultural inheritance everyone has to know and enjoy. Mount Kilimanjaro National Park is one of the 14 parks which are under the Custodian of Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA). The Park was Designated and Gazetted in 1973, and has an area of 756 square kilometres.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the Gift of God to all people around the globe; it is declared the World Heritage Site. Much information on internet available about Mt. Kilimanjaro do not still reveal all the secrets it entails. Mountains are so important due to their diverse and useful ecosystems they posses. Their necessity to health life of all human beings that is why The United Nations has declared 2002, the International year of Mountains.

Kilimanjaro is the majestic Mountain shrouded in mist, mystery and legend. It attracts a large number of climbers, naturalists, and explorers every year, each determined to conquer its majestic heights. Without following designated routes it can be difficult for Climber to reach the summit, many Europeans attempted. Take these vivid examples; finally Rebmann was the first European to have sighted Mt. Kilimanjaro in 1848, and it was not until 1889 when Hans Meyer successfully scaled the summit.

Mountain climbing is exhilarating, beautiful and challenging. As thousands of Tourists climb Mt. Kilimanjaro every year, our guides’ gains experience, explore and narrate all what is new in Mt. Kilimanjaro geology, Forests, wild animals, weather, and tips on successful climbing to the top.

Now, we welcome you to join the writer, read and know contemporary news about Mt.Kilimanjaro. After reading this paper, you will be the first one to know any discoveries and changes which occur in Kilimanjaro and East Africa.

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Now, relax and Join us in Kilimanjaro Trekking in Mind. For generations, people in East Africa have turned to this, the 19,341-foot mountain that rises above the rest of the continent, and prayed. "Please God," they asked, thinking he lived on top of Kilimanjaro. Now outsiders flock to this trekking Mecca, to this piece of heaven on earth. Some are looking for adventure, some are searching for answers. Many will talk to God during the climb. Some will pray as they gasp for breath in the cold, thinning air of the mountain's summit. Kilimanjaro, the Everyman's Everest, is a seemingly easy climb.

Kilimanjaro Location

Kilimanjaro is located just (Location: 3.07 S, 37.35 E) near the equator, in the Tropical Country yet its peak covered by snow throughout the year. Rising abruptly from the open plains, capped by snow and frequently fringed by clouds, it is one of Africa’s classic Mt. Kilimanjaro Formation/Genesis

Kilimanjaro is a giant statovolcano reaching an elevation of 19,335.6 ft. (5,895 m). Is one of the largest Volcanos ever to burst through the earth’s crust?

Africa's tallest mountain, with its white peak, is one of the most instantly recognisable sights in the world. But as this aerial photograph shows, Kilimanjaro's trademark snowy cap, at 5,895 metres (19,340ft), is now all but gone - 15 years before scientists predicted it would melt through global warming.

Kilimanjaro is a dormant, but not extinct Volcano. Ominous rumbles can sometimes be heard and gases emerge from the fume holes in the crater. Although it is just three degrees south of the Equator, the peaks of both Kibo and Mawenzi have permanent caps of Snow and Ice.

Global Warming Effects
Practical Explanation of How Global Warming has so Far Affected Mount Kilimanjaro; Thompson began analyzing ice cores—cylindrical samples—for the information they hold about the Earth's historic weather patterns in his lab at Ohio State University, where he's a professor of geological sciences. Figuring that the highest, coldest ice contains the most accurate records, Thompson pioneered new technologies to drill at altitudes such as Peru's treacherously high Quelccaya Ice Cap.

In 2000 Thompson took ice samples from Africa's Mount Kilimanjaro, a peak that has lost 80 percent of its ice cover in the past hundred years.

For Thompson, high science has attracted a lot of attention. His projects highlighting radical climate changes have been referenced by Al Gore, the New York Times, and the BBC. Three years ago Time magazine ranked him as one of "America's Best" in science and medicine.

Tourism to Kilimanjaro is the number one foreign-currency earner for Tanzania. Some 20,000 tourists travel to the mountain each year, and more than half of them make it to the summit, at least partially to see the tropical glaciers that have been immortalized by [visual] artists and in Hemmingway's The Snows of Kilimanjaro.

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing
If you have not planned To Visit Tanzania and climb Mount Kilimanjaro, plan it now! You need to witness the Climatic change and its effects. Don’t wait to be told or just read as History from Books. A little more legend about this Highest Volcanic Mountain which is crowned by Snow! Other names for this volcano are: Kilima Dscharo, Oldoinyo Oibor (White Mountain in Masai), and Kilima Njaro meaning shining mountain in Swahili. This volcano's highest and youngest cone is named Kibo. Its outstanding features are its three major volcanic centers, Shira (4269m) in the West, Mawenzi (5280) in the East and the Snow capped Kibo in the centre (5895m). Kibo has not been active in modern times, but steam and sulfur are still emitted. At the top of Kibo's summit is a 1 1/2 mile (2 1/4 Km) wide crater. Kilimanjaro is the largest of an E-W belt of about 20 volcanoes near the southern end of the East African Rift Valley. It’s slopes and glaciers shimmering above the rising clouds and one of the greatest Volcanoes on Earth

KILIMANJARO NATURE, CULTURE and Ultimately successful Climb
Lowlands and even relatively high sheltered valleys can reach temperatures as high as 30 degree centigrade by day, night time temperatures generally fall below zero and even -20 degree centigrade.

The cloud cover over the rain forest tends to be denser. In Mt.Kilimanjaro National Park must be noted that Kilimanjaro has a typical Montane climate –unpredictable even in the ‘driest ‘season. A bright clear morning on Shira Plateau can turn to rain and Sleet in the Afternoon as the hot air rises from the lowland valleys and gathers moisture from the rainforest.

Get prepared for high altitude sun that can burn the skin severely and for cold nights that demand four season sleeping bags and good thermal clothing

Kilimanjaro Tribe - Cultural Tour

Today the main African Tribe to inhabit the Kilimanjaro foothill region is the Wachagga People. Most importantly they from the largest tribal group involved in the Operation of Kilimanjaro climbs. Wachagga are adapted so well and so cheerfully to the task of guiding and looking after the “Wageni” as they pour into Tanzanian their thousands to climb the big Mountain. It is clearly narrated in many Literature that the First White Man (European) –Hans Meyer to conquer Mt. Kilimanjaro in the year 1889 was led by Chagga Guide (Mr.YOHANA LAUWO) to the Top 5895m/19340ft.

Kilimanjaro Trails

During their time on the Mountain, climbers pass from a tropical to arctic environment in just a few 5/6/7 days. The climber can use one of these routes to climb the Mountain; These are Marangu (Coca cola), Machame ( Whisky), Rongai, Shira, and Umbwe route/trail.Various trails first pass through lush rainforests before reaching heather and open Moorland where giant lobelia and huge cactus –like groundsel grow.

Above moorland is the almost lunar landscape of an alpine desert which stretches between the two peaks of Kibo, the flat topped dome at the centre, and Mawenzi, a group of jagged points and pinnacles on the eastern side. In hospitable as this “moonscape” may seem, animals such as herds of eland thrive there. 

Proceed Climbing after rewarding Narration ……of
The highest point on Kibo and indeed the whole of Kilimanjaro is Uhuru Peak, with its spectacular hanging glaciers and stupendous views of the African plains some 20000 feet below. Also on Kibo is the slightly lower peak of Gillman’s Point. These are the goals for most trekkers. The peaks of Mawenzi are for Mountaineers only. With the Help of Porters and a Guide, it is possible to walk all the way to the summit without specialized Mountaineering equipment-or experience and Kilimanjaro can be conquered by any reasonably fit person. There are several different routes including Marangu (Coca cola route), the easiest climb, and therefore the most popular; Other routes Machame, Rongai, Lemosho/Londorosi Shira, Mweka and Umbwe.

The total climb normally takes five to six days and involves four or five overnight stays in comfortable mountain huts/camping sites. Fees payable in US dollars include park entrance and accommodation for climbers (Tourists). Guides and Porters, food, Camping equipments, food, Transport is organized by the Tour Operator/Travel Agency. Climbing gears/equipments like walking sticks, boots e.t.c can be brought by the Climber/tourists or hired from the National Park Gate private Stores or Tour Operator Office.

Apart from climbing kilimanjaro, tourist can do kilimanjaro sight seeing day tours. Discover natural waterfalls, cultural tourism, coffee plantations, banana farms and natural volcanic tours.

ALTITUDE SICKNESS, Measures and Price:

Kilimanjaro climb is lifetime adventure trek, with professional mountain guide. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro sometimes encounters with difficulty like mountain/altitude sickness. Mountain sickness when climbing mt. Kilimanjaro can be overcame/prevented by some measures. Professional and experienced guide can do guide you climb Mount Kilimanjaro slowly slowly. Kilimanjaro climb slowly slowly enables the climber do breath enough, so get enough natural oxygen. Also Bottled mineral and natural spring water from the Kilimanjaro snow/glacier melting and pass through volcanic rocks in Kilimanjaro. 6/7 days is very important so that one day can be used as acclimatization day. You know, acclimatization day is important as it get you used to the climate and hence reduce risk of falling to Altitude/Mountain Sickness. Mountain/Altitude sickness can reduce success.The skills and experience of Mountain Guides also helps you to reach Kilimanjaro summit. Like how water is important, walking, food and much more in which you can know on arrival

HOW TO CHOOSE KILIMANJARO CLIMBING PACKAGES AND TREKKING OUTFITTERS.

Kilimanjaro climb is cheap and possible for everyone, but depends on services.

The prices varies according to the type of accommodation (standard budget tourist hotels, 3*, 4*, 5*) on arrival/pre climb dates. Also number of days determines the price, get price quotations and read package details to understand the quality.
Several Tour Operators offer kilimanjaro climbing competitive prices and quality services. You can contact several climbing mount kilimanjaro tour operators and compare prices. Make sure you also check their services to see what are included. And if possible ask them for references or testimonials from past tourists. Prices vary, how ever cheapest may jeopardize the quality of services.

BROWSE KILIMANJARO INFORMATION, SEVERAL KILIMANJARO CLIMBING CHOICES.

The warmest months with the clearest trekking days, are from mid to late December, January, February, September and October. The rains often come in April and the start of May with the possibility of some snow.

June through to August are superb trekking months, though evening temperatures tend to be colder. The wettest months, are November and early December, where snow falls are likely. Note however, that as this is a mountain it is not impossible to get sporadic snow or rainfall at odd times throughout the year.

Many people like to arrange their summit around a full moon and Christmas and New Year are very popular

Of the Seven Summits, Kilimanjaro is the least difficult to climb. However, at over 19,000ft high, it is still a tough ascent and trekkers will need to be in good physical condition. Our expedition incorporates a thorough programme of acclimatisation, including an ascent of nearby Mount Meru (4,556m/14,947ft) as preparation for the main objective. By applying our expertise from guiding many of the world's most formidable mountains, including Everest, we have established an unparalleled track record of success on Kilimanjaro.

Without the Climb, Mt. Kilimanjaro with safari in itself

It is not necessary to be a climber to enjoy a visit to the stunning Mount Kilimanjaro region. Indeed visitors can ascend 12000 feet to the Shira Plateau of West Kilimanjaro by Four –Wheel drive vehicle.

Day and night game drives are taken in open Land cruisers that allow for a full view in every direction.

In its turn the rainforest ensures the fertility of the lush, lower-lying people ‘shamba’ country where the Chagga people cultivate their Coffee, maize, and bananas.

A stroll through the plantations will provide a fascinating insight into the lives of local population. A few larger mainly Arabica Coffee farms still exist on the lower slopes. Once you visit you can taste a cup of Coffee with tantalizing pure aroma.

One can visit local wood carvers and observe the vibrant patterns of the beadwork, necklace, and earrings. Also there are curio Shops you can get Antique pieces, souvenirs and pieces Gemstones and jewels like Tanzanite.

Nearby, close to the road between Moshi and Taveta, is Lake Chala, an azure Crater-Lake formed from the waters that drain off Mount. Kilimanjaro.

Lake Jipe lies on the same same road. Sixteen kilometers long by five Kilometers wide, it is slightly saline and significantly large than Chala. On the Tanzania-Kenya border, It is rarely visited so exudes an atmosphere of tranquillity and Seclusion.

After a day of gentle exercise and sight seeing Visitors can return to one of the many small Hotels in the area offering character accommodation and highly personalized Service. They are great places in which to relax and unwind – and to view the colours of the sunset reflected on the Snow capped peaks of magical Mount Kilimanjaro

The Mountains ecosystems are as strikingly beautiful as they are varied and diverse remains of early (Ancestral) Plants and Animals like the Bones of elephants died on the high altitudes of Mt.Kilimanjaro long ago. Black and white Colobus monkey, resident and migratory Birds are available

Another options is day trips
Points of interest.

• Waterfalls, with clear azure blue water, some can attempt swimming
• To go for a Birdwatching and explore the diversity of Bird species in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park.
• Cultural Tourism-There are a number of cultural Tourism Programs around Mt. Kilimanjaro. This includes Mostly Chagga and some Maasai. You can Reveal the useful Customs& Traditions, remains of ancient pre-colonial activities like iron smith and Colonial Wars like War Caves., First Churches built by Missionaries.

• Home and Legend of the Chagga Guide and Marangu native (African) Mr. Yohana Lauwo who was among the first Mountain Climber guide and aided the First Whiteman (European) Dr.Hans Meyer to Conquer Mt.Kilimanjaro in 1889.

OTHER MOUNTAINS TO CLIMB in TANZANIA ARE
*Mount Meru; Tanzania

Meru, Tanzania. Location: 3.25S, 36.75E. Elevation: 15,000 ft (4565 m) Meru is a stratovolcano in Tanzania. Its history has been quite explosive. It has had four eruptions, the last of which occurred in 1910.

Mount Meru is located within Arusha National Park. Mount Meru has the extinct Volcano’s extensive base which gives a way to a perfectly formed Crater, and another internal Crater whose walls are sharp sheer cliffs. An ash cone forms a subsidiary peak and the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater are visible from Meru slopes.

When hiking Mount Kilimanjaro at about 10000ft, mount Meru is Visible.

Oldonyo Lengai-Maasai Mountain of God (Sacred Mountain).

Ol Doinyo Lengai (2878m/9650ft) is a volcano located in the north of Tanzania and is part of the volcanic system of the Great Rift Valley in Eastern Africa. Overlooking Lake Natron, Oldonyo Lengai is erupting now, a lot of magma, lava and Ashes poring ashes in Serengeti sky.

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Cheap Flights to Kilimanjaro

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 (A) Travel, vacation holidays to Tanzania.

The most stunning tourist attractions in Tanzania are those natural resources available in Tanzania which are unique and found only in Tanzania.

1. Mount Kilimanjaro National Park: The highest mountain in Africa 5895m/19340ft, with its peak covered with snow throughout the year. It is a volcanic mountain and easier mountain for normal people (without technical expert) can climb successful. There are six routes named Marangu, Rongai, Machame, Shira, Umbwe, Londrosi/Lemosho. You can climb through one of the routes to the Summit.
2. Serengeti National Park, with the Great Wildebeest Migration, Kopjes (where cats hide there), Great Rivers like Grumeti (where crocodiles survive), and large plain.
3. Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Ngorongoro Crater). – NCA: NCA is often called ‘African Eden’ and the ‘Eight Wonder of the Natural World’, Man and Biosphere Reserve.
4.  Zanzibar spice Island (Unguja and Pemba).
5.  Selous Game Reserve.

There are more details on selected Most Top Tourist destinations, go on reading.

B) Adventure Activities to be done in Tanzania.

• Safaris, wildlife safaris. This is a tour to National parks and Game reserves to view wild animals, plants and geographical features like Rivers, Lakes and so on.
• Climbing, trekking, and mountaineering. Mountains Kilimanjaro, Meru and Oldonyo Lengai
• Walking Safaris, birdwatching and ecotourism. Nature lovers would like also to go deep to come close to nature.
• Night game drives safaris, canoeing safaris. This is another optional safari in Tanzania.
• Beach holidays. Tour to areas with beach for swimming,snorkeling, scuba diving, dolphin tour, fishing and water sports. Zanzibar island, Mafia island, Dare salaam and Pangani Tanga coasts. Also Lake Victoria coast.
• Cultural Tourism: to learn their custom and tradition and interfere with local people. Example Maasai in Ngorongoro Crater and Chagga near Mount Kilimanjaro.

(C) Helpful travel Tips and information about Tanzania.

Exclusive, new dimension helpful info-travel tips for tourists moving to Tanzania.

Currently many people from abroad/overseas are seeking information about Tanzania.

These people are Tourists/Travelers, Investors, Business people, Researchers, Students, and other group of people.

Luckily, there is National Website which is; http://www.tanzania.go.tz/

How to get in to Tanzania; Several major Airlines get into Tanzania;KLM, Condor Airlines,Swiss International and Ethiopian Airways get into lands at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA/JRO) and Dar es salaam International Airport (DIA) daily.British Airways, Qatar Airways, Egypt Air,Emirates Air,  and Swiss Airlines lands at DIA at least twice a week. Most Airlines starts have connections to USA, Canada, Europe and Asia. Flight tickets varies depending on holiday season and also Airline.

Other Airlines are South African Airlines (SAA), Emirates, YEMENAIR,Oman Air, Qatar Airways, and Kenya Airways.We have domestic flights network covering all tourists’ destinations in East Africa.Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Zan Air, Coastal Aviation, Regional Air and other small charters.

TANZANITE: Have you heard of Tanzanite Gemstone/jewel? Undoubtfuly you have heard. Tanzanite is a famous and most beautiful blue gemstone found in one place and only in Tanzania. Tanzanite jewel is found sold many places in most countries in the World. When a Traveler get chance to visit Tanzania is high time you have a good luck to purchase Tanzanite in relatively low prices. Just consult your Tour Operator to help you find registered Gemstone Dealers or Jewel Agents.

Immigration: VISA application and requirements.



 An onward ticket and sufficient funds are required when entering Tanzania. Visas required by all visitors except citizens of the Commonwealth, Scandinavian countries and the Republic of Ireland.VISA can be obtained at Tanzanian Embassy Abroad near you, Online VISA application or at point of entrance at International Airports of Dar es salaam, Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar. The visa fee depends on the type of passport held. A visitor’s pass is required for all travelers. This can be obtained free from any Tanzanian diplomatic mission or point of entry. It is advisable to get one before you leave home.

When to Visit - Tanzania High Season/Peak Season or Low Season.





June to December and Jan to March are season in which many tourists, travelers, adventurers, nature enthusiasts,mountaineers visit Tanzania in large numbers. This is the period in which Tourists take vacation holidays from their job so that they can visit Tanzania. This are best months to visit Tanzania because weather is conducive and is a season where many wild animals can be seen easily.



Climate and Weather of Tanzania.

Tanzania has a Tropical climate. The central plateau is dry and arid with hot days and cool nights, while the north-west highlands are cool and temperate. June to August is the cooler season. There is no winter here. Temperatures in northern Tanzania range between 60 – 70 degree Fahrenheit during the day and 40 -50 degree Fahrenheit at night from May to October. From November to March, the day –time temperatures varies from70-90 degree Fahrenheit and from 60 – 75 degree Fahrenheit at night.The ‘long rains’ are from March to May and the ‘short rains’ are between October and December. The hottest months are between October and February. On the coast, it rains in November and December. From March to May, Coastal areas are hot and humid although sea breezes cool the area pleasantly between June and September.Safari





Dressing What clothes to wear or take





 While on Wildlife safaris or wildlife lodges and country hotels, the emphasis is on comfort and informality. For ladies light, easy to wash, drip –dry blouses, skirts dresses, light khaki trousers and bush jackets go well. For evenings, light dresses or trouser suits are suitable. For men, drip –dry casual shirts, short khaki trousers and bush jackets are ideal. Evening attire in towns can consist of light suits or long sleeved shirt and tie.Bright colours should be avoided while viewing wildlife. Visitors to Ngorongoro are advised to carry a pullover as it can be chilly after sunset. A bush hat or a scarf for protection against the sun and dust is a must. It is very useful to carry a pair of sunglasses, insect repellent, suntan lotion and a flashlight.

LANGUAGE: 



 Usually language might be barrier for Intercontinental travel. How ever several well recognised languages International languages are spoken. Many tourist destinations, hotels, lodges have guides and staff who speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian, German and more. In Tanzania many Tour companies have driver guides who speaks multilanguages from German, Italian,Spanish,French and more.

Photographing; 

Photographic safaris, Tanzania is best country for photographic safari, with best pictures for wild animals, scenery and mount kilimajaro

 It is advisable to ask a permission before photographic any event relating to certain tribes like Maasai, Hadzables, Datoga. These tribes are very conservative and have maintained their original traditional customs. They still do primitive pastoralism, wild fruits gathering and wearing local made materials covering part or half of body.

Some Government Institutions and Organizations don’t allow any photographic action to them or near to them. These are Military Camps and Bank of Tanzania just for security purpose.When on the road and hear traffic hail don’t continue driving or walking, if you have the car park aside or if walking step aside. This is the signal that the top Government Leader is passing like President, Vice President and Prime Minister.

Mountain Climbing-Kilimanjaro, Meru and Africa safari packages- Price fluctuations;Park fees entrance to National Parks and Ngorongoro Crater fees has increased but still there is only slight change of price for Travel Packages. I hope most of you is aware of this price changes.

CHECK TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS WEBSITE;http://www.tanzaniaparks.com/



and Ngorongoro conservation area (Ngorongoro Crater) http://www.ngorongorocrater.org/

Health: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is essential if arriving from yellow fever infected areas. Anti-malaria tablets are recommended.

Take prescribed drugs a few days prior to arrival, during your stay, and for a short period after returning. Boil or sterilize drinking water and milk. Cook or peel vegetables. Private health insurance is recommended.Currency; There is no restriction on the importation of foreign currency. Foreign currency can be changed at the bureau de change which offer better rate than the banks. Insurance; you are strongly advised to have your own insurance cover to cover baggage, personal accident and medical expenses.

Tipping; Tipping is not obligatory. Tipping is at the discretion of the visitor and the following should only be used a guideline.

PORTERAGE: US $ 1.00 per bag.

DINING ROOM STAFF: US $ 1.00 per person.

Driver Guide; US $ 15.00 per day.

Mountain climb Guide; US $ 15.00 per day.

For outstanding personal service, you may decide to give a higher tip.

Helpful travel tips on safety and security

Tanzanians are generally very friendly people. We would like you enjoy your stay in this country therefore

1. Don’t change money in the streets even if you are given a good rate as you might be cheated. Go to bureau change. Some Tourist Hotels operates Bureau De Change.
2. Don’t go to too cheaper Tour Operator the services might be too disappointing or vehicles used can broke in the middle of safari, or poor accommodation or any mishap pens like any cheating. Just try to compare prices, and choose, accept the standard prices.
3. Always ride in registered taxis
4. Don’t take fastest buses.
5. Never walk unaccompanied at night in poorly –lit streets or along deserted streets.
6. When shopping in streets bazaars, always bargain. However some prices e.g in restaurants are fixed and you might be mistaken for miser if you start bargaining.
7. Always choose a guest house or lodge that has a working telephone.

I hope above information will give you hint on how to ask specific questions:

I will be glad to suggest about 5 or more Local Tour Operator. These are Legal Licensed Tour Operator. Then you can write email to them and get different packages and prices for Comparison.

These Tour Operators are member of Tanzania Association of Tour Operators and Recognised by Tanzania Tourist Board.

How ever you can also get travel costs like Transport (4WD) jeep safari car hire cost, National park and other entries fees, accommodation on various park/game lodges, and any others.

Email me: andrew.m2006@gmail.com

Please continue reading the blog for other information like details of specific Tourism destinations and welcome to post your comments and emailing me.

Email: andrew.m2006@gmail.com

Gemstones, Tanzanite Jewels bargain prices in Arusha - Tanzania

AAA+ Gems of East Africa based in Arusha Tanzania selling high quality: Tanzanite, Green Garnet, Alexandrites,saphire, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, Rough and cut gemstones.

CULTURAL HERITAGE – ARUSHA.

It is one stop shopping centre for gifts,culture,crafts and tanzanite for tourists,travelers who visit Tanzania for vacation holiday activity like wildlife safaris,Kilimanjaro climbing or education, research,volunteer trips.

In addition, the Cultural Heritage Center on Dodoma Road offers jewelry and gemstones as well as local crafts. Being located strategically in northern circuit safaris route, it is easily accessible.

TANZANITE ONE – EXPERIENCE SHOP:

tanzanite mine visitor centre, mererani mining site tour,tanzanite museum and Shanga all situated in Tanzania, where visitors have the opportunity to learn about the history, mystery and rarity of this wonderful and unique gemstone.

Purchase tanzanite directly from the source!

Freelance safari guide, Tour leader, Travel Consultancy will show you around Arusha.

Email: andrew.m2006@gmail.com





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Rent your House in Arusha Tanzania, contact Reliable Housing Agent/Broker in Arusha.
Expatriates moving to Tanzania can find and rent nice Houses in Arusha.

Houses for rent in all areas like NJiro, Sakina, Moshono,Mwanama, Masai Camp, Sekei, Ilboru, Burka.

Rent a House with furniture or without furniture and all budgets Houses for rent Tanzania.

Also you can buy a Nice House for your new Home. Houses for Sale are available in Njiro and Sakina Arusha.

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