We are continuing this week with our 3 week journey through 9 of Africa's most wondrous countries. As a reminder, we are trying to guide you to your perfect African journey, whether that be gorilla trekking in Uganda or Rwanda, or hiking red sand dunes in Namibia. The point is that the possibilities are endless and that you really need to focus on what you want out of your African experience. Ideally that involves trusting your favorite travel advisors, that's us!
- Tanzania
Top Destinations:
- Tarangire National Park
- Nyerere National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
Known For:
- The Great Migration
- Mt Kilimanjaro
- Lake Tanganyika
- Ngorongoro Crater
Best Combined with Kenya, Zanzibar and the Seychelles
When To Go: There is no bad time to go. Peak season is July thru October when migration river crossings can be expected. heaviest rains are April and May.
Tanzania offers visitors:
- Culture in addition to wildlife
- The once-in-a-lifetime experience of The Great Migration
- A wide variety of landscapes in a single country
- Hot air balloon rides over the Serengeti
- Scuba diving at Mafia island
2. Uganda
Top Destinations:
- Kampala
- Entebbe
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Kibale Forest National Park
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Murchison Falls national park
Known For:
- Pristine forest landscapes
- Mountain gorillas
- Bird-watchers paradise with over 1,000 bird species
Best combined with Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda
When to Go: Year round! with January and February along with June to September the best times to visit, especially for gorilla trekking.
Uganda offers visitors:
- Mountain gorillas and chimpanzees
- Great for hikers and those who like to be active
- Diverse culture and wildlife
3. Zimbabwe
Top Destinations:
- Victoria Falls
- Hwange National Park
- Mana Pools National Park
- Matobo National Park
- Matusadona National Park
Known for:
- Victoria Falls (+ adrenaline activities)
- Lake Kariba
- Large herds of elephants
- The flame lily
Best combined with... South Africa for a perfect intro to Africa; Zambia to see both sides of the falls; Botswana for diversity.
When to Go: Zimbabwe is generally at its best in May to October when temperatures are mild and the weather is dry.
Zimbabwe offers visitors:
- Spectacular views of Victoria Falls
- Excellent game viewing opportunities
- Some of the best guides on the continent
- Easy access from major hubs
- Lots and lots of elephants
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