Come on board our traditionally crafted dhows, put your feet up, and allow our staff to pamper you as the Sultans of Zanzibar were once upon a time. Enjoy a guided tour of Stone Town by sea, being shown the famous historical sites of this enchanting town. Snorkel with our guide around the reef and discover a whole new underwater world filled with marine life and coral of brilliant colors. Table...

Food and Water on Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing.

We provide fresh fruits and food on the Kilimanjaro climb with a lot of carbohydrates, a food diet for vegans and vegetarians as well as special food for clients with food allergies, Halal and Kosher are offered.

BreakfastBreakfast is tea, coffee, porridge, sausages, bread, toast, eggs, and fruit. On longer hiking days wil...

Zanzibar is known as an island paradise around the world. A wonderful vacation spot is actually a group of islands consisting of 2 large islands, Pemba and Unguja, and several other small islands. The beautiful vacation destination features the entire eastern coast plus miles and miles of sandy pristine beaches. Here are 10 reasons why you should head over to Zanzibar for your next vacation:1. ...

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and hiking to the peak is a challenge that should not be underestimated. With all the information you could possibly gather, added to being physically prepared, one’s chances of reaching the summit are substantially increased. Stamina and mental determination to a great extent will determine whether or not you will be successful in your quest ...

CHAGGA PEOPLEFor hundreds of years, the Chagga have irrigated their fields with the ice water coming down from the glaciers of Kilimanjaro. The canals are simply dug into the ground or carved into the rock and often are no more than one foot wide. Also during this period (and still in existence to this day) were the establishment of customary rights regulating the times when water can be taken ...

When people first look into Tanzania safari costs, they might experience a moment of ‘sticker shocks’. As a developing nation, many people expect Tanzania to be a cheap destination. However, the safari industry is a big business in Tanzania, and those looking for a bargain might be surprised when they see how much a safari costs. We would like to consider your safari as an investment. You’re sp...

Tanzania boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Sparkling water meets soft sand as a light breeze scented with the ocean air blows through nearby palm trees. Nothing is more relaxing than stretching out and soaking up the warm rays of the sun. Best of all, you will not need to worry about crowds. You will feel like you have a private beach as you relax and enjoy your vacation. ...

Found in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s tallest mountain at about 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). It is the largest free-standing mountain rise in the world, meaning it is not part of a mountain range. Also called a stratovolcano (a term for a very large volcano made of ash, lava, and rock), Kilimanjaro is made up of three cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. Kibo is the summit of the mountain...

The Wildlife in Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater is home to a population of about 25,000 large animals, mostly ungulates, alongside the highest density of mammalian predators in Africa including the densest known population of Lion. Ngorongoro harbors a range of endangered species, such as the black Rhino, Wild Hunting Dog, and Golden Cat. It houses one of the largest animal m...

Ecology zones of Mt Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is made up of five distinct climate zones. Which are; Cultivation, Forest, Moorland, Alpine Desert, and arctic climate zones. Beneath we will look at each zone and its uniqueness. You will read through all of these zones on your ascent of the tallest mountain in Africa. CULTIVATED ZONEIt is also recognized as the bushland zone w...

If you are an adventurer in mountain climbing, then probably this is one of the best places to visit in the third tallest peaks in Africa. Mawenzi is the second-highest peak on Kilimanjaro seen from Kibo, Mawenzi looks less like a crater than a single lump of rough, rocky emerging from the Saddle. This is mere because its western side also happens to be it is highest and hides e...

Tanzania is fantastic for family safaris and Holidays! As the country is situated within Africa’s malaria belt, we don’t recommend traveling here with children under 6 years. However, it’s a great destination for wildlife-loving youngsters aged 6 years and over.

For the sheer concentration of animals, Tanzania is hard to beat! Game drives are action-packed out here, for example in the areas ma...

CLIMATE Tanzania’s climate is predominately tropical. Coastal areas are usually hot and humid, but on the beaches,  a sea breeze cools the air considerably. The average day temperature is 30c.Tanzania has two rainy seasons - the long rains from late March to June and the short rains from November to January. The long rainfall in heavy downpours is often accompanied by violent storms, ...

Zanzibar is known as an island paradise around the world. A wonderful vacation spot is actually a group of islands consisting of 2 large islands, Pemba and Unguja, and several other small islands. The beautiful vacation destination features the entire eastern coast plus miles and miles of sandy pristine beaches. Here are 10 reasons why you should head over to Zanzibar for your next vacation:&nb...

Since its official opening in 1977, Kilimanjaro National Park has become one of Tanzania’s most visited parks. Unlike the other northern parks, this isn’t for the wildlife-although wildlife is there. Rather, it’s to gaze in awe at a mountain on the equator capped with snow and to take advantage of the chance to climb to the top of Africa.

At the heart of the park stands a 58...

If you are looking forward to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro sometime soon, then we suggest that you prepare earlier the necessary gears for your Mount Kilimanjaro climbing adventure. Bring those items that are not optional but essential for your comfort and safety and enjoyable climbing.1: Physical PreparationsIt is important that your body is adequately prepared for the physical challenges of Mou...

Tourists come from around the world to see the wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Parl. The people call it the “Great Migration.” This is because of the thousands of wildebeests that leave their home in the Serengeti National Park to migrate toward the Maasai Mara in Kenya to take advantage of seasonal waterholes. They move towards Ololossitso (lion’s hole), where they fi...

Mount Kilimanjaro Story From ancient Ethiopian emperors to modern US presidents, Mount Kilimanjaro’s majestic snowcapped peak attracts adventurous from all over the world. According to legend, the first person to ascend Mount Kilimanjaro was King Menelik I, supposedly the son of King Solomon and Queen of Sheba. He ruled the Axumite Empire in what is now northern Ethiopia in the 10th Century BC ...

SAFARIIn Swahili, Safari simply means “Journey” today the word is synonymous with the thrill of seeing Africa’s great wildlife.Images of the grand hunting safari, complete with an entourage of porters, still abound in Tanzania, immortalized by adventures of glamorous big game hunters such as Ernest Hemingway. Today, it is photographic rather than hunting safaris that form the ma...

It takes at least 5 days to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Though, a minimum of 6 days, and preferably 7 or 9 days, can give you a far better chance of reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. For those with a longer time to spare, there are several other slow and scenic climbing routes that can be done over 10 or more days.

Mount Kilimanjaro is an extraordinary natural icon. The wo...