The iconic and powerful highlights of Tanzania inspire conceptions of \u2018quintessential Africa\u2019. The vast Serengeti, with the phenomenon of the annual migration of the wildebeest; the Ngorongoro crater, the largest caldera in the world; and the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, have all long been enormous draws to Africa.<\/p>\n
However, the country also boasts less celebrated areas with equally rich ecosystems and dense wildlife\u2026 and fewer guests. The lesser-known parks and reserves in south of the country offer a more remote safari experience; and the diverse range of wildlife encounters extends to the best chimp viewing in Africa in the west of the country.<\/p>\n
Finally, the turquoise seas of the Indian Ocean beckon for some incredible marine experiences, notably from some of the islands, famed for their beauty, coral reefs and rich sea-life. A glistening, multi-toned cerulean ocean meets an exquisite archipelago of soft, white shorelines fringed by palms on Tanzania\u2019s Spice Islands.<\/p>\n
Zanzibar\u2019s capital, the important former trading-post of Stone Town, reveals cultural and historic riches. Zanzibar\u2019s verdant forests host the endemic rare red colobus monkeys. Calm seas benefit its array of water-based activities. Local culinary delicacies fuse exotic spices with island cultures. Zanzibar is a worthy destination in its own right and warrants a decent amount of time properly to explore.<\/p>\n
The islands of Mafia and Pemba are entirely undeveloped. The intrepid can enjoy unspoilt nature on land; dive and snorkel in some of the best coral reefs in East Africa; and swim with resident, friendly whale sharks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3855,"template":"","format":"standard","country_category":[194],"when-filter":[],"type-filter":[],"who-filter":[],"appeal-filter":[],"class_list":["post-4155","destination","type-destination","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","country_category-africa-en-us"],"yoast_head":"\n