Top 5 Unique Things to Do in Tanzania
Tanzania is the land of wilderness, adventurous activities, and amazing national parks. It is one of the most popular destinations in Africa. The wide popularity of the country also results in the growth of various adventurous and fun activities across different tourist attractions in Tanzania. From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and snorkeling with whale sharks to nature walks or hot air balloon safaris, there are numerous unique things to do in Tanzania.
By the time you reach the end of this article, you'll have a diverse list of unique activities you can do in Tanzania.
5 Unique Things to Do in Tanzania
HikING Mount Kilimanjaro
It is not every day that you get the opportunity to scale one of the seven summits. Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world, standing at a height of 5,895 meters. You have to go to Kilimanjaro National park to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Another interesting fact is that Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano, making the climb experience even more interesting.
There are several routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, but some of the more popular routes for climbing are:
The Marangu route (takes around 5 to 6 days).
The Machame route (this is the most popular route and takes around 7 days).
The Lemosho route (claimed as the most scenic route and takes around 8 days).
The Rongai route (the only route from the north of mount Kilimanjaro and takes around 7 days).
The Northern circuit route (the longest route and takes around 9 days).
Sababu Safaris can arrange your whole climbing experience according to your needs and budget. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is, of course, one of many unique experiences you can include in your visit to Tanzania.
Snorkeling and Scuba Diving on Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar is a string of islands in the Indian ocean. The island is located about 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania. Zanzibar, or Spice Island (popularly called), is one of the most visited places in Tanzania. Visiting the Zanzibar archipelago makes you feel like taking a tour through history. For centuries, the island has been the major exporter of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper.
In addition to its spices, the island is also famous for its marine life - the Zanzibar islands host more than 500 marine species and is one of the best spots for divers and snorkelers. There are countless diverse dive sites throughout the island of Zanzibar, from wall and wreck diving to reefs. The best part is that you can go diving all throughout the year in Zanzibar. The Indian Ocean waters remain warm throughout the year. Some of the most popular sightings you'll have while diving are eagle rays, seahorses, blacktip reef sharks, whale sharks, and manta rays, among many other marine animals.
The most popular places to visit in Zanzibar to experience marine life are the Nankivell & Hunga Reef, Leven Bank, and Boribu reef.
ExperiencING the Serengeti in a Hot Air Balloon
While visiting Serengeti National Park, apart from going on a game drive and seeing the wildlife from your vehicle, you shouldn't miss going on a hot air balloon ride. It is definitely an experience of a lifetime. A balloon ride over the endless plains of the Serengeti is the ultimate way to take in the park’s wild vastness. You can enjoy a birds-eye view of the horizon when flying at a higher altitude, as well as viewing the wild animals up close when flying low. See different wildlife roaming on the ground or in the rivers, along with the changing colors of the horizon, making the ride unforgettable.
The balloon ride in the Serengeti National Park comes with a price tag, but the experience will be etched in your memory forever.
Visiting the Maasai Tribe
Tanzania is a culturally and ethnically diverse country. Among the many tribes in Tanzania are the Maasai. Sababu Safaris will take you to visit a Maasai village around the Mto wa Mbu area to distribute solar lights. You will be able to witness how Maasai families live and contribute positively at the same time. The sight of Maasai warriors in their colorful Maasai robes along the African savanna backdrop will make your Tanzanian visit memorable.
Spending a day in the Maasai village, going on a nature walk with them, and witnessing their dance and singing will take you to another world. You can also learn some of their customary practices. One such practice is the art of beadwork. To support the Maasai tribe, you can purchase their handmade gift items and can carry them back as souvenirs.
Try Tanzanian Cuisine
When visiting a new country, trying the native cuisine is one of the most interesting things to do. Tanzanian cuisine is heavily influenced by Indian, Pakistani, Arab, and European cuisines. One traditional food of Tanzania includes rice served with spinach and beans. Another popular food is meat and curry sauce. Nyama Choma is another popular local food, which you shouldn't miss. If you're visiting the Zanzibar islands, you should taste the variety of seafood in different flavorful spices.
If you have a taste for alcohol, Tanzanian local beer is something you should try. Among the different varieties of alcohol, banana beer and honey beer are the most popular.
The list of unique things in Tanzania doesn't end here. There are many other things as well, which you can enjoy while traveling. Some of them are:
Taking a tour through the spice island
Explore the national parks.
Visit Zanzibar’s night market
Game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater
Visit Stone Town
Wrapping Up
Tanzania is a place where you can tick off unique bucket list items. The islands off the coast offer a warm welcome to tourists looking for some history, good food and marine activities. Learning more about the local culture by visiting the Maasai tribe will be an enriching and memorable experience.
Be amazed at how rich Tanzania’s culture and traditions are. Tanzania is proof that the world’s ecosystem is diverse and beautiful. To help you iterate the perfect Tanzania holiday trip, we at Sababu Safaris are always at your service.