African Blog: Tanzania

• A single Tourism Visa for Southern Africa in the pipeline

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  May 13th, 2010 3:10pm

  Seven border crossings in five days was one of my bragging points after a recent visit to Victoria Falls and the wildlife-packed Chobe River; I do like collecting stamps in my passport! B...

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• What’s On in Africa in June & July

  kimberoo in Kenya,, South Africa,, 2010 FIFA World Cup ™,, African Adventures,, Community & Culture,,

  June 4th, 2010 10:36am

  I still remember the day we celebrated 100 days until the FIFA Soccer World Cup™ - and it seemed amazing, ...

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• Bikes, Quads & Canoes: Alternatives to Game Drive Safaris

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  July 21st, 2010 8:50am

  Last week I wrote a blog about animal-back safaris - something everyone needs to try at least ...

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• In the Trees: Tree Houses in Africa

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  August 2nd, 2010 5:37pm

  A tree house in Africa is not like the tree house you used to play in as a youngster, in fact, many of them are filled with four poster beds, antique furniture and Pers...

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• Chimp Safari: Chimpanzee tracking in Africa

  emmagass in Tanzania,, Uganda,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  August 3rd, 2010 5:06pm

  Chimpanzees are our closest relatives, separated by a mere 6 million years and 2% of our DNA. Trekking through the dense forests of Central Africa to observe them in their natural habitat and engaging in the...

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• Lake Nakuru National Park

  ziarasafaris in Kenya,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, On Safari,, Self-drive holidays,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  August 4th, 2010 3:37pm

  With so many National Parks and Game Reserves in Kenya to choose from, it is often hard to decide on which ones you should be adding to your itinerary. The best way to decide is to weigh up the specific things that you would like to see in each par...

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• 1st Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro

  mmaggi in Tanzania,,

  August 8th, 2010 10:39am

  The trip was the best vacation ever. It was amazing how close the guides could get us to the animals in Serengeti in Tanzania. The agency was www.go2africa.com and the agent was Diederik van d...

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• Go North! Tanzania’s Classic Northern Safari Circuit

  kimberoo in Tanzania,, Travel Tips,,

  August 20th, 2010 4:48pm

  Go north! No, south! Wait, combine it with the coast! What on earth? ...

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• Kenya’s Popular Safari Routes - Where to Go?

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  September 6th, 2010 4:19pm

  Although not as big as southerly neighbour Tanzania, Kenya - the birthplace of the classic African safari and all things 'Hemingway-esque' - is still two and a half times the size of ...

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• Doggone It: the Best Places to See Wild Dog

  thefynbosguy in Botswana,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  September 21st, 2010 8:19am

  Painted Wolves, Cape Hunting Dogs, African Wild Dogs - call them what you will but one thing is for sure: after the gaspingly rare Ethiopian Wolf, the Wild Dog is Africa's most endangered large carnivore whose number...

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• Primates in Africa: Gorillas, Chimps, Monkeys & Baboons

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  September 23rd, 2010 3:57pm

  'I'm going on safari!', you say to an admiring group of friends, impressed with your daring and courage. They immediately think of you tracking lions in the savannah, c...

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• Most Romantic Safari Lodges

  claudiskies in Kenya,, Malawi,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Romance,,

  November 8th, 2010 11:12am

  The idea of an African safari is in itself a romantic pursuit. But what if you want something with a touch more romance? Perhaps a honeymoon? Or simply a romantic getaway for two? ...

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• 100% Masai

  lauren in Kenya,, Tanzania,, Community & Culture,, Inspirational Stories,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  November 16th, 2010 9:26am

  Picture this.... you are standing at the very edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, the caldera spread out below you and a glass of bubbly in hand. As darkness settles and the torches are lit a...

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• My Dream Remote Lodges in Africa

  emmagass in Mozambique,, Seychelles,, Tanzania,, Beach holidays,, Inspirational Stories,, Quick lists,,

  November 24th, 2010 4:00pm

  My dream lodges in Africa are remote. There is something spine-tingling about being miles and miles from civilization on the wild continent of Africa, with nothing around you besides uninhabited wilderness or deep teeming waters....

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• Governors’ Camp Collection Game Report Masai Mara December 2010

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  January 20th, 2011 10:53am

  Governors' Camp Game Report, Masai Mara, December 2010 Weather & the Plains: December in the Masai Mara was most...

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• The Ins & Outs of Fly-Camping in Africa

  kimberoo in Tanzania,, Zambia,, African Adventures,, On Safari,,

  January 20th, 2011 11:31am

  Hearing the word 'camping' can for some conjure up hideous pictures of collapsing tents, mud everywhere and mosquitoes galore. Believe me, I've had a few similar vision...

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• Cheap East Africa Holidays Aren’t Always Worth It

  emmagass in Kenya,, Tanzania,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  February 3rd, 2011 4:16pm

  Bargain bins, special prices, the unknown gem, the little guy willing to negotiate… we all want to believe we have found a great deal at a great price. It might seem good at first, but you could end up paying a ...

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• Tarangire and Tsetse Flies

  thefynbosguy in Tanzania,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  February 28th, 2011 3:25pm

  If you are planning to visit the Tarangire National Park then you may be aware of the current reports coming from visitors to the park concerning the discomfort caused by tsetse flies. ...

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• Enter Title Here

  docmauri in Tanzania,,

  March 1st, 2011 11:00pm

  I just want to advice everybody about SELOUS ADVENTURES LTD, based in Tanzania, and offering safari & tours: DO NOT TRUST THEM !!! and don’t send them any sum of money. ...

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• Under Pressure: World Heritage Sites Threatened by Development

  sandramallinson in Kenya,, Tanzania,, News & Current Affairs,, Responsible Tourism,, Wildlife,,

  March 10th, 2011 4:39pm

  The pressure to develop and the need to conserve: two massive forces continually butting heads. Although this battle...

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