Zanzibar, situated off Tanzania’s picturesque coastline in the Indian Ocean, boasts a tropical climate. The place is blessed with pleasant weather and sunshine for most of the year. There are two main seasons—the dry and wet seasons with the latter characterized by short and long rainfalls. Image Source: Shutterstock The dry season spanning June to...Read More

Most vacations to East Africa are incomplete without a peak into the wilderness of Kenya and Tanzania. The sceneries and variety of wildlife in both countries will leave even the most frequent safari-goers in awe. Yet, factors like accessibility, infrastructure, beaches, and many more can suit several travel preferences. Let’s look into the wildlife situation...Read More

Tanzania – the land of green and peaceful promises. It is where the golden sun paints the vast savanna in warm hues. Spend an evening and you’ll witness the dusk casting long shadows of acacia trees across the dusty plains.  Gentle breeze swaying over savannahs, melodic calls, long grasses, roars, thunders, mountains, beaches, craters, and...Read More

Heading into the Serengeti’s bushes or Zanzibar’s beaches calls for well-packed luggage.  Whether you’re thirsty, need insect repellent or sunscreen, or when your binoculars are your only option to spot predator attacks or cuddling lions – your haversack will come in handy almost through the day. Here’s a complete guide on what you need to...Read More

Have thrilling wildlife encounters been on your bucket list for long?  If yes, planning adventurous safaris in Tanzania or South Africa is all you need to cross that wish off your list.  Tanzania vs South Africa safari, whichever you choose–each promise memorable trips with beautiful sunsets, sceneries, and exciting safari experiences. But travelers are often...Read More

Uhuru Peak is the highest of 3 summit points on Kilimanjaro, which include Stella Point, Gillman’s Point and Uhuru Peak. The mountain peak is situated on Kibo’s volcanic cone and is often approached at night from 3 base camps: Barafu Camp, Kibo Hut and Crater Camp. Even though the summit offers breathtaking views of Mawenzi...Read More

The Rongai route is 1 out of 7 Kilimanjaro routes, which boasts a summit success rate of roughly 80% and covers a hiking distance of nearly 81 kilometers (approximately 50 miles), as indicated in the 1:10,000 scale map below. Unlike the 5-day Marangu, the 6-day Umbwe, the 7-day Machame or the 8-day Lemosho routes, the...Read More

In 2023, the Marangu Route is ranked 7th out of 7 Kilimanjaro routes and has a difficulty scale of nearly 1 climbing grade (Yosemite Decimal System), a hiking distance of roughly 82 kilometers (50 miles) and summit success rates of approximately 42%, on a 5-day hiking schedule, and an improved 56%, covered over a 6-day...Read More

Compare 6-day Machame tours & realize a 73% Kilimanjaro summit guarantee when you hike this 6 day Machame route itinerary. This especially applies if you’re under 30 years of age and have no experience trekking at high altitudes. Request Trekking DatesCompare & get the best Mount Kilimanjaro trekking dates for your expedition. Details Itinerary Lodging...Read More

Compare 7-day Machame route itineraries & realize an 85% summit guarantee on this 7-day Kilimanjaro Hiking program. This especially applies if you’re under 30 years of age and have no experience hiking at high altitudes. Request Trekking DatesCompare & get the best Kilimanjaro trekking dates for your expedition. Details Itinerary Lodging Map FAQs Hiking Difficulty:...Read More