tanzania

Tanzania is a land of rolling plains, dramatic mountain ranges, picturesque lakes and pristine white-sand beaches. Home to the 'Big Five', the impressive national parks and game reserves are teeming with animal and birdlife, making Tanzania a top safari destination. Beyond the incredible wildlife viewing, encounter local tribes and learn about their fascinating cultures and traditions, climb Mount Kilimanjaro, or dip beneath the waves of the Indian Ocean and explore the unspoiled coral reefs before relaxing on sun-drenched beaches.

• Located just south of the Equator, Tanzania is known for its vast wilderness areas. Almost 40% of the country is in protected conservation zones supporting diverse ecosystems and habitats. Be sure to spend time with the friendly Tanzanian people and learn about their unique cultures and traditions.
• Kiswahili and English are the official languages of Tanzania. There are 126 languages spoken throughout Tanzania, mainly belonging to the various Bantu and Nilotic, Cushitic, and Khoikhoi tribal populations. With so many spoken languages in Tanzania, Kiswahili is considered the unifying language of the country.
• Tanzania is a year-round destination with temperature fluctuations mainly determined by altitude and proximity to the ocean. June and July is a popular time to see migrating wildebeest in the Serengeti and calving in January and February.