Balandin Zanzibar beach resort

Balandin Zanzibar beach resort is a 3 star mid- range accommodations found at the central East of Zanzibar in Mchamvi on the private beach, overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean Tanzania region. The hotel is approximately an hour drive from Abeid Amani karume International airport and stone town. The HOTEL is set on a beautiful Landscape surrounded by the beautiful gardens, Palm Trees and the Indian Ocean. The hotel is in an ideal place to all travellers, tourists and holiday makers …

When To Visit Lake Manyara National Park

When To Visit Lake Manyara National Park : Lake Manyara National Park is a year-round Tanzania safari destination, but the dry season, which runs from June to October, is considered the best time for game viewing. Lake Manyara National Park is located at the base of the River Valley Escarpment. Unlike the more savanna-dominated parks, its groundwater forests provide a more varied landscape. The northern section of the park is very crowded during the peak tourist season, which is from …

When Is The Best Time To Visit The Serengeti?

When Is The Best Time To Visit The Serengeti? The most well-known park for Tanzania safaris is Serengeti National Park, also known as the “world’s richest” park, where the magnificent Serengeti Wildebeest Migration takes place almost every year. Given the abundance of wildlife, it is clear that Serengeti National Park can be visited all year. However, the best time to visit Serengeti National Park in the presence of the wildebeest migration may be during the driest months from June to …

The Ultimate Guide To Vegetarian And Vegan Food In Tanzania Safari

The Ultimate Guide To Vegetarian And Vegan Food In Tanzania Safari : Contrary to popular belief, Tanzania is a vegetarian hotspot. That is, of course, if you count the numerous intelligent herbivores that roam the Tanzanian wilderness, such as the millions of wildebeest, the tens of thousands of Thompson and Grant gazelles, and each and every zebra, giraffe, and another intelligent mammal. It might seem like a paradise of plants. Without these plants and the animals that depend on them, …

The Serengeti Ecosystem

The Serengeti Ecosystem : An iconic ecosystem that spans the border between Tanzania and Kenya, the Serengeti is protected in part by the Serengeti and Maasai Mara National Parks, as well as a number of other protected areas, such as game reserves, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and wildlife management areas that are run by local communities. However, the borders of protected areas rarely coincide closely with the boundaries of ecosystems, and many regions that are crucial to the greater Serengeti’s …

6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Tarangire National Park

6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Tarangire National Park : Why Visit Tarangire National Park? Tarangire National Park, which is a few miles to the south-east of the Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti National Parks, covers miles of savannah, kopjes, and swamps. The park, named after the Tarangire River that runs through it, is home to a wide variety of wild animals and has the highest density of elephants in the region. Despite being considerably smaller than its neighbors, Tarangire is …

Guide to Lake Manyara National Park

Guide to Lake Manyara National Park  : The small national park of Lake Manyara is nestled away in the Great Rift Valley, just two hours from Arusha and on the way to Ngorongoro and the Serengeti National Park. It is surrounded by picturesque escarpments, glittering water bodies, and swaying green canopies. The beauty of this lake prompted American literary icon Ernest Hemingway to pause and declare it the “loveliest lake in Africa.”  Lake Manyara is well known for its diverse …

How Do I Get To The Serengeti National Park?

How Do I Get To The Serengeti National Park? : Serengeti National Park is easily reachable despite being situated in a relatively remote area of our planet. Most safaris to the Serengeti depart from Arusha town. Flying into Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), which is located about 46 kilometers (29 miles) from Arusha, is the best way to get there. Another option is to fly into the nearby Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and then take a domestic flight to Arusha …

How To Get To Tarangire National Park

How To Get To Tarangire National Park : The majority of visitors who visit Tarangire do so as part of a longer Tanzania Northern Circuit safari itinerary. Tarangire National Park is part of Tanzania’s popular northern safari circuit, which includes parks such as Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. The majority of safaris on this circuit start in Arusha. The most recommended way to get to Arusha town is to fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), which is about 46 …

Going On Safari In Serengeti National Park

Going On Safari In Serengeti National Park : A successful Serengeti safari begins, as with all adventures, with preparation. When you start thinking about a Tanzania Serengeti safari, you immediately have a lot of questions, such as, “What should I bring? Do I require specific clothing or equipment? How about rain gear? Or how about a torch? While it always depends on how you travel and where you are going, we are happy to give you some general information. You …