SAFARIS


  Also in our organisation we have the division of safari where by will taking tourist to different beautiful destinationations by using our proffesinal tour guiders and by using our execcellent vehicles The organisation safari will be organizing safari to different places as explained below
        The Serengeti National Park is the primary attraction of Tanzania apart from the other national parks like Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire Park, Lake Manyara, Ruaha and Selous National Park. Mount Kilimanjaro provides some exotic eye-pleasure with its snow-capped peaks. Among one of the most fascinating islands in Tanzania, is the 'Spice Island' of Zanzibar. Located on the eastern coast of Tanzania, this island also has several historical ruins and palaces and is a vital heritage site. Since, there are few islands in the country, there are some cool and serene beaches too, which have become major tourist destinations  

             Tarangire National Park is not a much frequented national park like the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. There is a flavor of undiscovered wild Africa in the Tarangire National Park. Named appropriately after River Tarangire, the park is in close proximity to the Tanzanian city of Arusha, spreading over an area of 2850 square kilometers. Lake Manyara lies to the southeast of Tarangire National Park.                    Tarangire National Park is worth a visit in the dry season of Tanzania ranging from June to October. Abundant large mammals can be seen during this season. Tourists interested in wide variety of birds can visit the national park in the rainy season from March to May. Large herds of elephants and buffaloes can be seen in the dry season. Other large animals found in Tarangire National Park include wildebeest, zebras, oryx, eland, lions and rhinos. Few colorful birds also have their residence in the Tarangire National Park. Since the weather remains almost dry with scanty rainfall, the animals and birds migrate to places where there is ample water. It is during this time that lots of animals are seen together in Tarangire National Park. Wide varieties of reptiles are also found in Tarangire National Park, which also include the large and dangerous python. Termites are also found, which act as food for mongoose and other preying birds.There are various accommodation facilities in Tarangire National Park ranging from small hotels and lodges to tented camps.
             Lake Manyara National Park is one of the developing national parks in Tanzania. It is one of the most diverse national parks in Tanzania with varied landscape features in one park only. Spread across 325 square meters, there is the Rift Valley Lake, steep mountainside and dense and deep woodlands in Lake Manyara National Park. A full day is required to explore the entire national park. Safari experience in Lake Manyara National Park is bound to be good with large animals in the national park. Wildlife is abundant in Lake Manyara National Park. There are several varieties of wild animals on prowl in the national park. Elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest, giraffes, leopards, lions, cheetahs, rhinos, hippos and many other wild animals are found in Lake Manyara National Park. The best opportunities of bird watching can be found in this national park in Tanzania. A lion perching on the top of a tree in the Lake Manyara National Park is a rare sight and one has to be really lucky to have such a glimpse.Lake Manyara National Park is almost covered by the alkaline Lake Manyara. The best time to visit this extremely interesting national park in Tanzania is between December to February and from May to July. These periods are dry and animals are seen wandering freely in the vast stretches of land in the Lake Manyara National Park. March to May is the rainy season in the national park.                                                           



                    The Ruaha National Park is a famous park in Tanzania. This Ruaha National Park has an area of 10,300 square kilometer. This national park is situated 130 kilometers away from Iringa, the closest city. The Ruaha National Park is also an integral part of the vast ecosystem as it consists of some of the biggest game reserve like the Rungwa Game Reserve, Usangu Game Reserve. The name Ruaha National Park has been derived from the name of the Great Ruaha River, which flows through the south eastern part of this park. The Ruaha National Park got the prestige and status of a park in the year 1964.
               The Ruaha National Park is mainly famous for its elephant population in large numbers. Presently, 10,000 elephants can be found roaming in the dense jungle of Ruaha Park. Apart from this, this area is no less special for viewing various species of birds. Out of 475 species, 436 have been identified. The permanent species of birds here are Sunbirds, Kingfisher and Hornbills. Many species of birds also immigrate to this place like the White Stork. Other wildlife of the Ruaha National Park consists of African Wild Dog and the Sable Antelope. Rhinoceros were last found in 1982. Experts are of the opinion that this animal is getting extinct due to poaching. This apart, a large number of lions, leopards, giraffe, buffalo, crocodiles and hippopotamus can also be found here.
                                           The ultimate place to satiate one's thirst of African safari is the Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is located on the eastern side of the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, in northern part of Tanzania. Ngorongoro Crater is regarded as the largest unbroken volcanic crater in the world. Surrounded by steep walls and green forests, the crater has a large lake in the center. The natural beauty of the place is awe-inspiring. There are various springs and streamlets that provide water in the interior part of the crater. These water sources also prove to be useful to the local Masai people. Located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ngorongoro Crater abounds in wide variety of wildlife. There are about 20,000-30,000 animals found in the crater at a particular time. Because of the grasslands, the swamps and the water bodies, wildlife flourishes very well in Ngorongoro Crater. The ecological balance in the area is maintained very well due to a strict restriction on hunting and poaching.There are wide varieties of animals, which can be seen in Ngorongoro Crater. It is also the home to the almost extinct Black Rhino. Almost all the species of east African wildlife can be seen in Ngorongoro Crater, which include zebras, gazelles, hyenas, buffaloes, lions, hippos and ostriches. The place is located on a high altitude and as a result climatic conditions are wonderful. All these conditions favor the growth and natural breeding of wild animals in their natural habitat.
          The Gombe Stream is actually a national park built to protect the wildlife specially the endangered species of chimpanzees. The national park of Gombe Stream covers an area of 52 square kilometers. The Gombe Stream National Park was created in the year 1968 by an eminent zoologist Jane Goodall.The Gombe Stream National Park is found located along the shore of Lake Tanganyika. It is more precisely located on the western part of Tanzania and the Congo. The scenic beauty of evergreen forests and the lakes appeal to every type of tourists. Apart from the natural viewing of the sceneries, there are other source of entertainment for the adventure loving persons like hiking and swimming.The Gombe stream also comprises of wide varieties of wildlife like baboons, monkeys, forest pigs, various species of birds, small antelopes. The main attraction of the chimpanzees really attract huge number of tourists from distant parts of the globe. The chimpanzees are kept in a protected area surrounded by the boundaries on all sides. The visitors can avail the guides to enter deep into the forests in order to have a close view of the behavioral pattern of these animals. The Gombe Stream National Park is divided by 13 valleys, which are created by fast flowing streams flowing fro east to west.
        Selous Game Reserve is one of the leading wildlife reserves in Tanzania. Located in southern Tanzania, the wildlife reserve became a World Heritage Site in the year 1982. The most important and attractive feature of Selous Game Reserve is that the place has not yet been tampered by human civilization and raw nature at its best can be seen in Selous Game Reserve. Spread over a wide area of 54,600 square kilometers, the place has wide diversity of wild animals and birds.The physical features that enhance the beauty and charm of Selous Game Reserve are the surrounding sandbanks, lakes, forests and woodlands. The ambience in and around Selous Game Reserve is absolutely suitable for safari and the place has become one of the leading safari destinations in Tanzania. Not only opened as a tourist attraction, Selous Game Reserve is also a leading place for wildlife preservation in Africa and a place for professional photographic tourism.There are both types of wildlife found in Selous Game Reserve-permanent as well as migratory. Elephants, lions, leopards, antelopes, buffaloes, wildebeests, zebras, monkeys, crocodiles and many more animals have made the national park their permanent home. There are almost 440 varieties of birds that are found in Selous Game Reserve. Many of these birds are migratory too. Many scientists and researchers related to wildlife study get immense help from the national forest due to the wide variety of fauna that is present in Selous Game Reserve.                                      


                  The Mafia Island is indeed an important place to visit in Tanzania. This Mafia Island is an integral part of the Tanzanian Spice Islands along with Zanzibar and Pemba. This Mafia Island is controlled by the mainland and not from Zanzibar. The Mafia district has a population of 40,801 according to 2002 Tanzania National Census. The people living here are mainly fishermen. Some of them are also engaged in small scale food cultivation.
The Mafia Island in Tanzania is an ideal spot for the fishermen, scuba divers and those who want to enjoy a hustle and bustle free cool and calm environment. For the divers, the best time is from October to end of March. For the common tourists the ideal time is from May to October. The Lizu and the Aswan hotel in the capitol city of the Mafia Island offer the best accommodation facilities to the visitors.The Mafia Island comprises of one large island, which is 394 square kilometers in length. Besides this, the island also consists of ample number of small islands. Some of the islands are even inhabited like the Chole Island, which has a permanent population of 800.The main town in this area is Kilindoni. The water path between the deltas of the Rufiji river and the island is called the Mafia Channel. The Mafia district is divided into seven divisions such as Baleni, Jibondo, Kanga, Kilindoni, Kirongwe, Kiegeani, Mibulani. The history of the Mafia Island is also highly significant because this island played a crucial role in the trade between far east and the mainland Tanzania.
A dense forest by a sea beach can be a perfect destination for African safari. Such an opportunity is provided by Saadani National Park in Tanzania. The coastal wildlife reserve is in close proximity to both the important cities of Tanzania, namely Dar es Salam and Zanzibar. Saadani is a newly upgraded national park in Tanzania, previously it was a game reserve. The national park is located in the north of Bagamoyo, on the Tanzanian coast. 
             Saadani National Park in Tanzania has the combination of both costal beauty and the adventure related to a deep, dense forest. Several species of animals are birds are seen in the national park. Many new species of animals were introduced in the national park for increase the existing collection of fauna.Presently, there are large numbers of animals in Saadani National Park, which include the majestic lions, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, wildebeest, elands, warthog, greater kudu, waterbuck, hartebeest, red duiker, baboon, vervet monkey and a rare species called Roosevelt’s sable antelope. Elephants moving in large herds are a common feature in Saadani National Park. Boat rides on the Wami River may enable one to get a glance of seeing hippos, rhinos, crocodiles and some rare species of reptiles.
Some rare species of birds, which include the mangrove kingfisher and the lesser flamingo are also spotted in the national park as well as on the beach in Saadani. The beach of the Saadani National Park is also a breeding ground for the rare green turtle.
Tanzania beaches are one of the most attractive features in the exotic country of Tanzania. Since the country has several islands, there are good beaches, which have attracted tourists from all over the world. Since these places are not highly frequented, nature in these places is not tampered. As a result, the Tanzanian beaches are calm and quite and perfect for unwinding and relaxing. The combination of white sand and warm waters makes the beaches in Tanzania more appealing to tourists and visitors.

There are fantastic beaches in Zanzibar, Pemba and the Mafia Islands. Zanzibar is also called ‘Spice Island’. With white sand beaches and fragrance of clove lingering in the air, Zanzibar proves to be a perfect holiday destination. There are palm trees and coconut trees making the beaches look more attractive and wanting. Tourists are seen loitering on the beaches with a sip of cocktail.

There are two beaches to the south of Zanzibar namely, Fuji Beach and Chuini Beach. There are wide array of water sports activities in this region. The calm and tranquil beach of Mangapwani lies to the north of Zanzibar. This beach has a laid back attitude.

There are several other Tanzania beaches. Some of the names in this category include Matemwe, Uroa, Mapenzi, Mjimwena, Kunduchi, Mbwa Maji and Kiwenga. Most of these beaches in Tanzania have well developed water sports activities. Most of the beaches are surrounded by exotic and well developed beach resorts.
Tanzania is an exotic African country with lots of islands, beaches, mountains, forests, national forest reserves and bird sanctuaries. Tanzania islands form an integral part of the physical features of Tanzania. The islands are beautiful with closely arranged palm trees on the fringes of the island and exotic beaches. There are total 12 islands in Tanzania, out of which some islands have made place for themselves as international tourist destinations.

Three Tanzanian islands have been most commonly and frequently talked about. They are Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia. Zanzibar is also called as ‘Spice Island’ and is the most frequented destination in Tanzania for the exotic beaches. This exotic island of Zanzibar has beautiful historical buildings and ruins and acts as a heritage site. Extensive clove plantations make the air fragrant in Zanzibar.

Pemba Island is also among famous Tanzania islands. Commonly known as ‘Green Island’, the island has rich soil and is a hub of quality clove. Last but not the least, Mafia Island is located to the south of the Zanzibar Islands. This island is a preferred destination for fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. Wide and extensive coral reefs are found in Mafia Island, which enhances the beauty of the place considerably.

Apart from these islands, there are some more Tanzanian islands, which are unique in themselves. These Tanzania islands include Chumbe Island, Mbudya Island, Pangavini Island, Toten Island, Nabuyongo Island, Zanzibar Archipelago, Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve, Bongoyo Island and Fungu Yasini Island.
Mt Kilimanjaro
Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania has two references-both as a mountain peak and as a national park. Mt Kilimanjaro was previously known as Kaiser-Wilhelm-Spitze and is an inactive volcano in the north-eastern part of Tanzania. It is the highest peak in Africa and is almost 15,000 feet above its base. The peak of Mt Kilimanjaro is at a height of 5,895 meters. The scenic beauty from the mountain summit is exceptionally spectacular. The volcanic mountain is presently inactive, but there are chances of explosion due to the intense global warming taking place all round the world. There are some official routes that have been approved by the Tanzanian Government for climbing Mt Kilimanjaro. Mt Kilimanjaro as a mountain has found several references in various films, books and journals.

There is also a national park by the name of Mt Kilimanjaro. The national park is located on the lower slopes of the mountain range and provides beautiful scenic view to visitors and tourists from across the globe. The elusive forest on the foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro, have made way for the national park. Variety of wildlife is found in this national forest reserve. Along with several endangered species, there are elephants, leopards, rhinos, cheetahs, buffaloes, primates and monkeys in the national forest. The abbot's duiker is a rare species that is slowly becoming extinct and is found in Mt Kilimanjaro National Park. December to February and July to September are the best seasons to visit the national park.
Mountains and volcanoes are integral part of African landscape forms. Mt Meru is one of the active volcanoes located to the west of Mt Kilimanjaro. The volcano had an eruption about a century ago and there are high chances of an eruption again. Total of four massive eruptions have taken place in the mountain till date. Mt. Meru is the second highest mountain peak in Africa with a height of 4566 meters.

The most fascinating part of Mt. Meru in Tanzania is that it is an integral part of the Arusha National Park. So to reach the summits of the mountain, one has to pass through the national park. The path to the mountain is very interesting with wildlife surrounding the hikers and trekkers. There are variety of animals in the Arusha National Park, which include elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, reedbucks, antelopes, monkeys, duikers, baboons and various species of colorful birds.

Not only restricted to varied fauna, Mt. Meru is also rich in flora. Fireball lilies, juniper plants and podos are some of the common plants found in the area.

Trekking and hiking are famous activities on Mt. Meru, Tanzania. Mountain climbing takes two to three days, which is again dependent on the weather conditions of the place. There are several dormitory type huts on the mountain slope of Mt. Meru, where overnight accommodation can be arranged.
Usambara Mountains have not been discussed very extensively by tourists and visitors to Tanzania. But the mountain range is considered to be one of the most beautiful landscape features in the African continent. A treasure house of zoological and biological diversities, the mountains are indeed spectacular. Located between Mt Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean, the mountains are an excellent place to relax in peace and solitude. Some of the mountains in the Usambara Mountain range reach up to a height of more than 2000 meters.

Usambara Mountains can be accessed from two towns in Tanzania, namely Amani in the east and Lushoto in the west. The mountain range is divided into two ranges. The East Usambara is smaller than the western part and is nearer to the sea coast. East Usambara Mountains also receive more rainfall than the West Usambara Mountains.

The ecology in the Usambara Mountains is not massively tampered by human civilization and industrialization. Though in the previous times, the mountain area was under thick vegetation cover, several trees had to be cleared for plantations. There has been significant production of tea, coffee, rice, cinchona and sisal at the foothills of the mountains.

There are several species of rare animals and birds found in the tropical forests of Usambara Mountains in Tanzania. The place is also a favorite place of relaxation for trekkers and hikers. Mountain walking is a favorite activity on Usambara Mountains, Tanzania.
The Tarangire National Park is a truly beautiful tourist spot in Tanzania. This national park offers wide diversity of flora and fauna to its visitors. The Tarangire National Park is poorly visited by the tourists. This park is located to the south east of Lake Manyara and extends up to an area of 2850 square kilometers. Tarangire has been named after the Tarangire river, which flows through this park. It is about two hours journey from Arusha and this national park was established in 1970.

The Tarangire National Park seems more beautiful and lively during the dry season as the animals come close to the Tarangire river to drink water. Till the coming of the rains these animals stay together. With the coming of the rains these animals move to the areas where they could graze. This national park covers an area of 2600 square kilometers.

The big trees in the Tarangire National Park add to its natural beauty. The huge size of these trees makes the big animals feel dwarf. The scenic pleasure and the variety of wild life of this area will make it the most sought after park in Tanzania in the near future. The calm nature of this place will also help in appealing to a large number of tourists of all ages to provide them a serene feeling and make them free from the hustle and bustle of city life. Tanzania is a country with varied landscape features and volcanoes form an integral part of these features. Tanzania volcanoes are mainly found in the East African Rift and are some of the greatest volcanoes in the world. Most of these volcanoes were once active but have not erupted in the recent years. Located on mountain tops, these volcanoes have attracted tourists from across the globe.

There are many volcanoes in Tanzania. Among the most famous and renowned Tanzanian volcanoes are Mount Kilimanjaro, Crater Highlands and Mount Meru. Mount Kilimanjaro is a mountain located in northeastern Tanzania and is an inactive volcano. Though now the mountain has become inactive to some level, sometimes fumaroles emit gases. The main summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is Kibo. There are chances of the volcano collapsing due to the lava pressure.

One of the active volcanoes in Tanzania is Mount Meru. Located to the west of Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru had a small volcanic eruption about 100 years back. Small craters and fissures on the mountain slopes hint at chances of volcanic eruptions.

Crater Highlands are another vital region of erupting volcanoes. There are several craters and volcanoes in the area and the place falls in the zone of active volcanic eruptions. Magma tries to reach to the surface and results in the formation of cones on the slopes of the Crater Highlands.

Some other Tanzania volcanoes include Gelai Volcano, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Ol Doinyo Lengai.

Southern Tanzania is the ultimate destination for safaris and game in the African continent. One can experience ultimate wilderness in the forests of Southern Tanzania. Most of the national parks and bio-reserves are located in this exotic place. The most exciting and adventurous safaris are carried on in this part of the exotic country, Tanzania. Apart from the safaris, there are languid beaches by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where people can unwind themselves and relax.

The Selous, Ruaha and Katavi national parks are perfect destinations for enjoying an excellent safari. There are some unexplored and exotic beaches and islands in Southern Tanzania, which can be as attractive as the forests of Tanzania. There are ample varieties of wildlife species in all these forests and national parks. Several rare and endangered species can be found in Southern Tanzania, which are subjects of study for zoologists.

The accommodation facilities in Southern Tanzania keep in tandem with the raw environment of the place. There are small tented camps rather than large hotels and lodges in this part of Tanzania. These camps provide an excellent feeling of wilderness and adventure. Having minimum luxury facilities, these camps provide basic amenities that are required for a comfortable stay. Though gaming and hunting have been strictly prohibited in the forests, but till date Southern Tanzania has been the most authentic and unadulterated safari lands in Tanzania.
The Katavi is the third largest national park of Tanzania. The Katavi lies to the south west of Tanzania and east of Lake Tanganyika. It covers a total area of 4471 square kilometers. The name Katavi has been given after a renowned hunter Katabi. The ideal time to visit this place is from May to October because during the remaining season there is the possibility of heavy rainfall and as a result, the roadways may get flooded. The Katavi National Park has a serene and calm atmosphere, which attracts visitors of all ages in large numbers. The main attractions of this place are the Lake Katavi, Lake Chada and the Katuma River.

During the rainy seasons, the lakes get over flooded and the marshy and the swampy areas of the dense evergreen forest become the home ground for Tanzania's crocodiles, hippos and varied species of water birds. During the dry season the Katuma River gets dried and then it becomes the only source of drinking water. The wildlife of this area consists of buffaloes, giraffes, around 4000 elephants, red bucks, impalas, hyena clans, lions and zebras. The accommodation part can be well satisfied in the hotels of Mpanda, luxury tent camp near Lake Chada and rest house at Sitalike. Apart from this there are plenty of camps inside the park.
Mikumi is a renowned national park in Tanzania. The Mikumi is the most popular and the most accessible spot of Tanzania. The natural beauty of this place attracts huge number of visitors of all ages. The main attractive feature of this place is the open grasslands covered by mountain ranges on two sides.

The Mikumi National Park covers an area of 3230 square kilometers. Due to its pleasant climatic conditions and undisturbed nature, the visitors frequent this place throughout the year. This area is much more civilized and the mode of transportation to this place is also available in plenty. Mkata River are found here. Hence, presence of swamps and wetlands are a common feature of the Mikumi National Park. With all its diverse features, this place is worth a two day visit.

The wild life of the Mikumi has hippos, varied species of birds, wild dogs, yellow baboons, red bucks, impalas and other antelopes. Apart from this other animals include black-bellied bustards, black turkeys and ground hornbills are found in abundance in the plains. In the Mikumi National Park, there are two water holes where the visitors can see the deadly python, hammer kop, saddle-bill stork and the malachite kingfisher. On the eastern part of the plain one can see the cunning jackals, the most common predator. The plant life consist of the baobab trees, shady fig trees and the gigantic pink Jacaranda trees.
Lake Natron is a salt water lake located in the northern part of Tanzania. It is situated closely to the Kenyan border in Africa's Great Rift Valley. The Lake Natron is generally shallow and its depth is less than 10 feet. However, the depth varies with width depending upon the water level. The color of the lake depends upon the intensity of evaporation.

Due to high evaporation, the salt level of the lake increases and as a result, some salt loving microorganisms start thriving there. These microorganisms can prepare their own food like the plants. Examples of this microorganism is cyanobacteria. The red pigment provides deep red color to the open water of the lake and orange color to the shallower parts of the lake.

The Natron Lake is the breeding ground of nearly 2.5 million Flamingoes and these Flamingoes generally thrive on these microorganisms such as the algae and the bacteria. The reason of this area becoming the only breeding ground for the Flamingoes is its high content of caustic elements, which prevents the other predators from entering into their nests. The temperature of the swampy area can rise up to 50 degree Celsius and depending on the amount of rain, the level of alkalinity can go up to a pH of 9 to 10.5. A particular type of fish known as the alkaline Tilapia, which is very much native to Lake Natron, is also found in abundance near the hot spring inlets.
Lake Victoria is also known by the name Victoria Nyanza. Lake Victoria is regarded as one of the Great Lakes of Africa. This lake with 68,800 square kilometers is Africa's largest lake, largest tropical lake in the world, and second largest fresh water lake in the world. The average depth of the lake is 40 meters and the maximum depth is 84 meters. In volume, this lake is the seventh largest fresh water lake. The total volume of water in this lake is 2750 cubic kilometers.

The Lake Victoria is located in the western part of Africa's Great Rift Valley. The shoreline of this lake extends up to 3440 kilometers and consists of more than 3000 islands. Many of these islands are inhabited. The islands, which are becoming popular tourist destination in the present day, are the Ssese Island in Uganda, some islands in the north western part. The Lake Victoria is also one of the major sources for water supply in the Nile. The Arabs came to the island of this lake in search of gold, ivory, other precious metals and slaves.

The Lake Victoria plays an important role in maintaining the ecological balance. It sustains huge number of human population. Nile Perch was started in 1954 to increase the yield of fish in the lake. Lake Victoria ferries have become popular from the 1900's for smooth transportation to Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya. Some important ports on this lake are Kisumu, Mwanza, Bukoba, Entebbe, Port Bell and Jinja.
Lake Manyara is truly a beautiful shallow fresh water lake in Tanzania. The scenic beauty of this lake attracts huge number of visitors of all ages from various corners of the world. Lake Manyara enables the ornithologists to study and observe the behavioral pattern of 300 various species of birds like flamingo, grey-headed kingfisher and long-crested eagle. The water surface of the lake Manyara covers an area of 89 square miles.

The Lake Manyara National Park covers an area of 127 square miles. This lake provides shelter to loads of herbivorous animals like the elephants, impalas, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, warthogs, wildebeests and baboons. The flood plains are located away from the forest in the fringes of Lake Manyara. Here the tourists can have a glimpse of the big cats like the lions and the leopards. The Lake Manyara National Park offers the tourists a wide variety of flora and fauna, which adds to the beauty of the place.

The Lake Manyara is 50km long and 16km wide. It contains huge deposits of salt and rock phosphate. The gigantic fig and the mahogany trees surround the lake and they absorb the nourishment from the crater highlands above the Manyara basin. The lake also supports adequate number of settlements and the natural splendor of this place really appeal to tourists of all types.
Tanzania is an African country with varied landscape features including several large salt-water lakes. Lake Eyasi is one of the most popular lakes located in the southern area of the Serengeti National Park. It is one of the many lakes in the bottom of the East Africa Rift Valley, and lies to the southwest of the Ngorongoro Crater in the Crater Highlands of Tanzania. The lake is there fore surrounded by awe-inspiring natural features and presents a picaresque sight to tourists and visitors of Tanzania.

Lake Eyasi in Tanzania is rectangular is shape except in the southeastern side of the lake. The alkaline lake stretches to a distance of almost about 50 kilometers in the southwest direction. The lake has such a structure and position that it seems shallow even when it is full of water in the rainy season. Periods of maximum water level also show Lake Eyasi to be devoid of water.

Lake Eyasi is encompassed by several acacia and palm forests in the north-east side. There is a small Kisima Ngeda farm in this place that has some fresh water springs facilitating growth of plants and vegetables. The shore of Lake Eyasi in Tanzania also has some meadows, which act as a permanent habitat for several wildlife species including some rare species of birds. A wide variety of monkeys, leopards, hippos, giraffes and hyenas are found near Lake Eyasi along with birds like storks, greater and lesser flamingos and pelicans.
Lake Nyasa is one of the largest lakes in the Great African Rift Valley area. Bordered by three African countries of Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique, Lake Nyasa is the third largest lake in Africa after Lake Victoria and Lake Tanganyika. The lake is also known by the name Lake Malawi. Located in the southwest of Tanzania, the lake is spread over an area of 11,400 square kilometers. The depth of the lake also reaches to 700 meters in certain places.

Lake Nyasa has some special features, which make the lake very attractive. Fourteen rivers flow into this large lake, but only River Shire flows out from Lake Nyasa to the sea. Encompassed by the Livingston Mountains and the Nyika Plateau, a splendid view of the lake can be seen from the top. The larger section of Lake Nyasa is situated in Malawi including the two inhabited islands of Likoma and Chizumulu.

Lake Nyasa in Tanzania is a major source of fish for the country as well as for the areas in close proximity to the lake. Some of the most famous species of fish found in Lake Nyasa include the chiclid species, chambo, kampango, nyasalapia and a large catfish. Apart from fish, the lake population consists of large crocodiles and other reptiles. Fish eagles enjoy a sumptuous meal with the fish of Lake Nyasa. Snails are also among the common molluscs found in the lake.
Lake Tanganyika is regarded as the second largest and second deepest freshwater lake in the world after Siberia’s Lake Baikal. Situated amidst the natural beauties of the Great Rift Valley of Africa, the lake joins the Congo River followed by the Atlantic Ocean. Burundi, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia-all the four countries enjoy some parts of Lake Tanganyika. Spread over a massive area of 32,900 square kilometers, the grand lake is encompassed by high mountains from all sides.

Lake Tanganyika is not only a place of tourist attraction, the surrounding areas of the lake are also developed for various economic activities. Mining, livestock raising and agriculture are the primary economic activities of the place. Fishery is also an important industry in Lake Tanganyika, with wide varieties of fish found in the deep lake. New spices of fish are also discovered regularly in the lake with existing 350 species of fish.

Transportation facilities to Lake Tanganyika are ample with ferries operating between Kigoma and Bujumbura. With an average width of 50 kilometers, Lake Tanganyika has ample opportunities for water sports activities. Water diving, snorkeling and swimming are various types of activities, which are enjoyed in Lake Tanganyika. In many areas under the Lake Tanganyika, fossils of rare species of fish and aquatic animals are found. The lake also provides abundant facilities and topics for research and development for marine sciences.