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The Best Places to Visit in Zanzibar

The Best Places to Visit in Zanzibar

When dreaming of white sand beaches, delicious food, and exciting adventures, the island of Zanzibar usually doesn’t come to mind. But, situated off the coast of Tanzania, this African archipelago stuns its visitors with its blue waters and kind local population. If you want to discover the best things to do while on island time, keep reading!

African Safaris on a Budget

African Safaris on a Budget

Contrary to what most people believe, no, you don’t have to go broke spotting the ‘Big Five’ in Africa. Luxury safaris can cost upwards of $12,000, but luckily, we have the backpackers’ inside look on budget alternatives to the African safari of your dreams.

Why You Should Go on Safari in Tanzania

Why You Should Go on Safari in Tanzania

Located in East Africa, Tanzania is one of the best places for game drives and THE scene for the Great Wildebeest Migration where almost two million mostly wildebeest, zebra, and antelope move through the Serengeti in search of water and food. One of the many advantages of choosing Tanzania for your safari is access to the biggest terrestrial conservation area in Africa and perhaps even in the world.

Top 10 Things to Do in Tanzania

Top 10 Things to Do in Tanzania

Tanzania is by far one of the best places to travel to in Africa, and for good reasons too! The country is bursting with a rich variety of culture, wildlife, unbelievable destinations, and activities that are sure to leave you with some lasting memories. Tanzania is a place to experience at least once in your life, so much so that we found it rather impossible to fit everything in a top 10 list!

The Best Time To Visit Tanzania

The Best Time To Visit Tanzania

Located on the rugged East African coastline, the country of Tanzania is the largest is East Africa and is home to some of the most spectacular wildlife on the planet. Due to its vast wilderness areas, including the famous Serengeti National Park and Kilimanjaro National Park (which holds Africa’s highest peak, Mt. Kilimanjaro), Tanzania has become one of the world’s top safari destinations, drawing in millions of adventurers each year. In fact, it is one of the best-known places in the world to see the “big five:” lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, and leopards. Yet, with so much to see and nearly endless safari opportunities, when is the best time to travel to Tanzania? Continue reading below to find out when you should go! 

The Best Places to Go for Animal Encounters

The Best Places to Go for Animal Encounters

A trip to a far-off place is always special, but there’s something mesmerizing about getting up close and personal with the region’s wildlife. For animal lovers, this can be the drive behind choosing the destination of their next getaway. From embarking on an African safari to swimming with sea lions in the Galapagos, there are countless opportunities for exciting adventures. Keep reading to find out the best places to go for animal encounters!

What to Pack for an African Safari

What to Pack for an African Safari

A trip on an African Safari is an amazing way to be exposed to nature and see a variety of animals in their natural habitat. If you are wondering where to go in Africa to have this once in a lifetime experience, check out these trips to Botswana and Tanzania, to visit some of the most famous places in Africa, like the Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, or Ngorongoro Crater. Do keep in mind that many safari trips involve arriving on a small plane with luggage restrictions, so being mindful of what you bring is very important.

Best Place to Go on Safari

Best Place to Go on Safari

For many people, an African safari seems like the ultimate bucket list activity. From the exhilarating feeling of getting up close and personal with the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo) to the endless beauty of sprawling plains and and glistening waterways, there’s nothing quite like it. With so many countries and countless parks to choose from, it can be a challenge finding the right safari for you. While there’s no such thing as a bad safari, what kind of trip you’re looking for in terms of price, accommodation, and adventure level can determine the ideal destination. Whether you long for the exclusivity of a Zambia safari or the wow-factor of a Tanzania safari, keep reading for the best places to go on safari!