An African safari can be enjoyed in almost any corner of the
continent with different perks on offer, from Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls to
South Africa's boutique reserves and the big cats of Kenya. The reason why
Tanzania is seen is one of the best African countries for a safari is because
there are so many different packages to enjoy within its fifteen parks – such
as tracking, specialized wildlife tours, boat rides, mountaineering, walking
tours and hot air balloon rides – and there is a park to suit all kinds of
visitors. The following examples showcase the five best parks for those with a
taste for adventure, wildlife enthusiasts with either a desire to expand their
knowledge or see rare spectacles, anthropologists keen on the other side of Tanzanian safari
and first timers wanting to see as much as possible.
For the collector – Ruaha National Park.
Starting
with the more traditional type of safari destination, Ruaha offers precisely
what most visitors are hoping for – a large selection of wildlife in a
beautiful setting – and this makes it ideal for the collector, the type of
visitor that wants to see as many species as possible and tick some rarities
off the list. The park is famous for the river of the same name, which provides
a crucial water source for vast numbers of animals that make up a vital part of
the food chain. Impala, gazelle, kudu and waterbuck all risk taking a drink in
the territory of predators like lions, hyenas and jackals. Additionally, the
park is also home to endangered African wild dogs and a recovering population
of elephants and other favourites like cheetah.
For the enthusiast – Serengeti National Park.
While
Ruaha National Park offers a great taste of diversity and is perhaps the easier
option, the Serengeti can provide a stunning display of a different kind that
real wildlife enthusiasts will really appreciate. Here, zebra and wildebeest
migrate in vast numbers into a ancient landscape that is also the permanent
home of other must-see creatures like elephants, giraffes and hippos. The
reason why this trip is best recommended to those keen to see the famous,
dramatic event before their own eyes, rather than those keen to see lot of
different animals, is because of the unpredictability of it all. Timing is
everything with the migration and travellers have to be prepared – both for the
planning involved and the potential disappointment.
For the anthropologist – Ngorongoro Conservation
Area.
Understandably,
the draw of most Tanzanian safaris is the wildlife that can be seen, but that
does not mean there are not other elements to enjoy and Ngorongoro Conservation
Area is a great choice for budding anthropologists because of the links to the
Maasai, some of whom still reside there, and ancient civilisations, Olduvai
being home to some of oldest records of man's existence. That is not to say
that there isn't lots of wildlife to found there; the shape of the park, with
its large crater, naturally brings together many species for a great safari
experience and is home to a population of endangered black rhino.
For the ecologist – Katavi National Park.
On
the other end of the scale, there are of course those that not only interested
in seeing the different animals but also the different habitats to get a true
sense of the wilderness and learn about the science and ecology of the area.
For these self-confessed geeks, Katavi National Park is the place to go because
of the diversity on offer. Said to be one of the most unspoilt areas in the
country, Katavi lets tourists see birds and hippo in the flood plains, follow
the tracks of elephants through the forest and enjoy all the other wonders of
the bush and plains like the herds of roan and sable antelope.
For the explorer – Kilimanjaro National Park.
Finally,
there is a national park where the main attraction needs no real introduction.
Keen adventurers and explorers are sure to have a fantastic time riding through
the plains at any of the aforementioned destinations but there is nothing quite
like the prospect of climbing to the summit of one of the most famous mountains
in the world. It may be one of the easiest mountains to climb, when compared to
enormous, treacherous peaks like Everest, but it must be remembered that 40% of
climbers return before reaching the top. Whether you reach the top and get to
survey the vast Tanzanian landscape below you or marvel at the snowy peak from
the base, it will still prove to be a breathtaking experience.
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