Zanzibar

To compliment your African Safari a trip to the Tanzania Coast and the Zanzibar Archipelago is a must. These islands offer crystal seas and sun bleached white sands making a Zanzibar Holiday and Idyllic place to unwind and relax. The palm fringed coast line looks out over the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.

Stone Town is the capital, the port and entrance to these spiced islands. Entering this small port by ferry from Dar es Salaam is certainly an unforgettable experience, never failing to make the most worn-out traveler eager to explore this ancient port.

As you step onto the wharf the smell of cloves is carried on the breeze to greet you; immediately you are aware Stone Town is out of the ordinary. Arab dhows white-sails shaped like the crescent moon, sail gently out of the harbor and pass along the miles of palm fringed beaches. Stone Town transports you into the past. The whole atmosphere is of medieval times, veiled women, their hands and feet hennaed with elaborate patterns, haggle in the markets and small shops which cluster the peripheries of the town.

The warm crystal waters and tranquil lagoons are tropical fish tanks – with the brightly colored inhabitants swimming in their underwater coral gardens – these spiced islands offer some of the best diving in the world.

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Pemba Island

This sleepy island is an ideal place for a honeymoon or just to relax and unwind. For the more energetic Pemba is listed as one of the top diving locations in the world there is a fully-equipped PADI Resort Diving Center and a wide range of water sports including snorkeling and kayaking.

As the climb is classed as non-technical often climbers will underestimate the fineness level required to enjoy their trip and to succeed in climbing to the summit. You should be comfortable in walking four to eight hours per day. The accent to the summit being the most demanding day of all; usually taking eight hours on the steep accent to Uhuru Peak and another seven hours on the decent; this requires both strength and endurance. The secret, if there is one, is in taking the climb slowly; Kilimanjaro stands at an extreme high altitude and all too often this is underestimated; Uhuru Peak stands at 5,895 meters above sea level.

Best Times of Year to go really depend on what you want as Kilimanjaro can be trekked all year, with advantages and disadvantages each month. Mid December to March are the warmest months and fairly free from clouds. April and early May has heavy clouds, rain and even occasional snow blizzards; the mountain has few climbers this time of year. By late June to the end of August it is very cold at night with a clear sky above 3000 meters and fantastic views. September and October the mountain is warmer with October usually having little or no rain and mild temperatures. November to mid-December has the short rains with the possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoons - and occasional heavy snow towards the summit.

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