Tanzania
LAND OF THE GREAT MIGRATION
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The quintessential African experience is had in Tanzania with its unimaginable
array of internationally-renowned destinations. The Great Rift Valley, the
Serengeti Plains, Mount Kilimanjaro and the Ngorongoro Crater all amazingly fall
within this lone nation’s borders. Africa’s “Big Five” mammals – African
Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, and the extremely rare Black Rhinoceros
can be seen in a single day in at Ngorongoro – a self-sustaining ecosystem that
is often described as a natural “wonder of the world”. One of Earth’s great
natural spectacles – the mass migration of the wildebeest – is observed in the
sweeping, golden grasslands of Maasai; hippos are an ominous presence in the
Simba River. And what’s not to say about Mount Kilimanjaro? A climb up this
legendary behemoth is an experience rivalled by few others on the planet. Join
one of our treks or safaris and let Africa’s eastern jewel leave a lasting
impression.
Good to Know
Greetings in Tanzania start with Jambo (hello) or Habari (how are you?) paired with firm handshakes between men and lighter grips for women, often repeated among groups to show respect.
Communal meals feature elders eating first from shared platters of ugali and relish, using right hands only, which reflects umoja (unity) and communal harmony central to Tanzanian tribal life.
What to Eat
Ugali is Tanzania’s national dish, a thick maize flour porridge cooked with water into a firm, dough-like staple. Roll small balls in your right hand to scoop relishes like meat stew, beans, greens, or fish, using your thumb to form a depression for perfect bites.