Category: Places
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5 Best Places to See Gorillas in Africa
Most people who go opt to see gorillas always look at visiting Uganda or Rwanda! however there are ten countries where gorillas can be seen in the wild. Here are ten places to see them for yourself. 1. Rwanda Visitor infrastructure: 5/5 Chance of sighting: 5/5 Rwanda is a favorite to those looking to seeing […]
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What are the Best Parks for Gorilla Trekking in Africa?
There are only two populations of mountain gorillas left in the world. Mountain gorillas are found on two separate locations, the first one lives in the Virunga volcanic mountains of Central Africa, with groups scattered between Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The second population lives deep in the thick Bwindi Impenetrable […]
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5 Top Birding Sites in Uganda
Some of the travelers who annually visit Uganda are more interested in doing the birding activity. For every traveler wishing to go on a birding safari, this article unveils the best birding sites in Uganda that you should consider most: Semuliki National Park & Reserve Semuliki, in western Uganda, is arguably the best birding site […]
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Visiting Tunisia Taxis from Tunis to Carthage
Taxis from Tunis to Carthage are the easiest way to get from one city to the other and make for a good way to see the far-flung ruins of Carthage. Taking a taxi from Tunis to Carthage is best done as a day trip. Your taxi will take you from the Tunis city center to […]
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Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Dar es Salaam is the traditional capital of Tanzania and is the most important city in Tanzania economically. Located on the coast of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam is home to beaches, harbors, and other maritime activities. People visiting Tanzania can check out Dar es Salaam’s cultural sights in addition to its coastal beauty. Dar es […]
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Simba Camp in Ngorongoro Crater
Simba Camp in Ngorongoro Crater is the only common campsite in the park. With basic facilities that are frequently described as “so-so,” Simba Camp is not a Tanzania safari lodge for those that want a nice place to stay. Simba camp becomes crowded in the high season, but has basic amenities like showers and toilets. […]
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Best Places to Dive and Snorkel in Zanzibar
Zanzibar, located in the Indian Ocean, is famous for its beautiful, clear water and great diving and snorkeling. Below is a list of some of the best places to dive and snorkel in Zanzibar: Diving in Zanzibar’s Pemba Reefs – There is a lot for experienced divers to explore while diving in Zanzibar’s Pemba Reefs, […]
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Visiting Tanzania and Zanzibar
Buses from Dar Es Salaam to Kilimanjaro Bus in Moshi Originally uploaded by eat more chips The best buses from Dar Es Salaam to Kilimanjaro are run by the Scandinavia Express Services bus company. Buses from Dar Es Salaam to Kilimanjaro stop in Mombo, Moshi, and Arusha. The distance is 646 km from Dar Es […]
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NY Times: Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro: On Africa’s Roof, Still Crowned with Snow A THICK veil of snow had settled on Kilimanjaro the morning after my group arrived in Tanzania. Over breakfast, we gazed at the peak filling the sky above the palm trees of our hotel courtyard in Moshi, the town closest to the mountain. It was as […]
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Lake Nakuru Kenya
Located in the Rift Valley 140km northwest of Nairobi, Lake Nakuru is a great place to spend a few days before or after a safari in the Masai Mara or a trip to Mombasa. Nakuru is a 150km drive from Nairobi on the A104 highway. Lake Nakuru is a great place to see the elusive […]