Unveil the essence of Tanzania and ignite your wanderlust for your upcoming adventure through our thoughtfully curated travel blog. Embark on a journey of shared experiences, immersive narratives, and the latest updates about this captivating nation.
Visiting a Maasai village is one of the cultural highlights of our traveller’s dream activities in Tanzania. A rare chance to experience a taste of local life and learn about the traditional cultures of Africa, it’s certainly not hard to see why visiting a Maasai village is at the top of the Tanzania must-see list! […]
Staying in luxury Serengeti lodges and unique tented camps is one of the many highlights of travelling in Tanzania. There truly is something to suit every traveller. From permanent structures in the middle of the Serengeti to tented luxury safari camps for an unforgettable experience in the wild. But how do you know what’s best […]
Do you know how to say hello in Swahili? This is one of the first questions our expert travel guides at Tanzania Specialist get asked by our clients upon arrival to Tanzania. Being able to greet local people during a trip to Tanzania is one of the simplest ways to gain a more authentic travel […]
Tanzania travel just got easier with the new Zanzibar Airport! Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, previously known as Kisauni Airport or Zanzibar International Airport, is Zanzibar’s main airport. The airport is located about 5km south of Zanzibar City – the vibrant capital of Tanzania’s beach paradise. The majority of international flights from East Africa, Europe […]
For many, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is the – wait for it – the peak of their hiking aspirations. At a breathtaking 5,895 metres above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest freestanding mountain in the world. So, it goes without saying that the process of summiting this mighty mountain comes […]
Going on safari in Africa is an experience that you certainly won’t ever forget, and epic safari photography makes sure that you are able to share the incredible experience with family and friends. In fact, the photos that you take while on safari are one of the best ways to share this experience with the […]
As one of the leading Tanzania travel experts in the country, Director and Co-Founder of Tanzania Specialist Epimark Bernard has led an extraordinary life. Growing up in the Usambara Mountains in northeastern Tanzania, Epimark paved a way for himself in the burgeoning Tanzania travel industry early on. Over the past 20 years, he has worked […]
We are excited to report an increase in sightings of rare albino animals in the northern safari circuit of Tanzania in recent months and weeks. Among the albino animals spotted are a giraffe, a zebra and a wildebeest in the Serengeti, as well as a baboon and a buffalo in other parts of the country. […]
As we reported last week, recently there is been an increase in sightings of albino animals in Tanzania. Joseph Abel Laizer works as a Tanzania Specialist safari guide in Arusha and tells how several albino animals were spotted in the past few weeks last month. “A few days ago a colleague saw an albino giraffe […]
Do you want to go scuba diving in Zanzibar? This tropical archipelago in the Indian Ocean that can be found just off the coast of both Kenya and Tanzania -features some of the most gorgeous and idyllic beaches and scuba diving sites in the world. The beauty can be found both above and below the […]
If you are looking for a beautiful African country to visit for a luxury vacation, then look no further than Tanzania. Read further about the best tourist attractions in Tanzania. Tanzania is packed with natural beauty and the opportunity to experience wildlife in a way that you can nowhere else in the world. Tanzania really […]
Tanzania is one of the largest countries in the world, residing in the great lakes region of Africa. Because of its size and diversity, it is one of the most incredible beds of wildlife in the world. But don’t forget to keep an eye out for all the beautiful flowers of Tanzania too! If you’re […]
Whether you are experienced when it comes to safari tours or it is your first time, it is important to know exactly what you need to bring with you in order to not only get the most out of your safari in Tanzania but also to make sure that you- and any other guests that […]
Many of the Serengeti antelopes will be familiar to visitors from books, television or movies. But there are a great number of antelope that perhaps are not so famous or familiar although just as important to the ecology of the landscape. We take a look at the antelopes of the Serengeti as part of a […]
Zanzibar is probably most famous for its beautiful white beaches, and sparkling clear blue oceans. But have you ever tasted Zanzibar food? Beautiful beaches and incredible food The areas of natural beauty are more than enough to attract you to Zanzibar, and have you eager to pursue a luxury visit to this area. However, something […]
It’s not difficult to prepare for your forthcoming safari in Tanzania, including what to wear and what things to pack. Most likely, you already have everything you need in your closet! On a Tanzanian safari, our clothing recommendations are applicable year-round, but they alter depending on whether you’re climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or making your way […]
Let’s face it, you could go on your honeymoon to a variety of places that can offer that secluded and intimate experience that you and your partner can revel in, but if you’re looking for something adventurous, you might be pressed to find somewhere unique. What about a honeymoon in Tanzania? There are many countries […]
The cheetah is an incredible species of big cat and is known as the fastest land mammal on Earth. In Tanzania, there is a subspecies of cheetah named the East African cheetah that lives in the country’s grasslands and savannahs. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the East African […]
