Nemo2
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Now this I'd love to see:
Doesn't get better than that!Now this I'd love to see:
I just want to point out that Egypt is in Africa...
So yes, I have been to Africa...
Haven't been yet, but am planning to within the next year as our big ER trip..
Looking at Tanzania as we've heard that's in many people's opinions the 'best' for game viewing. The Great Migration apparently only happens in Tanzania and Kenya, with a much smaller (20%) part of the time in Kenya.
Areas we're looking at are The Sergengeti (3 days?), Ngorongoro (2 days) and Tanangire (2-3 days).
Would love to hear of any experiences from anyone who's been to that part of Tanzania. I've spent dozens of hours reading on TripAdvisor also and am in the process of reaching out to local (Tanzanian-based) tour operators..
Yes. Imagine the worst road you have ever been on. These are worse. Anyone with back problems that would be aggravated by a long, extremely rough ride should probably avoid this route, neat though it is. Our experience in southern Africa (RSA, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia) was that the roads were much better, even in the bush. Not sure why.... Sergengeti, Ngorongoro, Tanangire ... the only negative was the really bumpy, dusty roads. ...
I did a Sergengeti, Ngorongoro, Tanangire, and a couple smaller parks about a decade ago. Loved them all. We stayed in nice lodges each night with good food. By the end of our 7-day driving safari, the only negative was the really bumpy, dusty roads. We drove 6+ hours a day to see lots of amazing animals, but in most of the parks, you are not allowed to exit the vehicle, lest you be eaten by a critter. The long drives started to wear on us by the end, but it was still wonderful.
If you decide to go, be sure and take a bunch of ball-point pens, pencils, and writing pads for the local kids. For some reason these things are highly valued and they really appreciate them.
Agreed. You can also barter used clothing (especially hats, sunglasses, and shoes) for handcrafted items in some areas.If you decide to go, be sure and take a bunch of ball-point pens, pencils, and writing pads for the local kids. For some reason these things are highly valued and they really appreciate them.
If you decide to go, be sure and take a bunch of ball-point pens, pencils, and writing pads for the local kids. For some reason these things are highly valued and they really appreciate them.
Areas we're looking at are The Sergengeti (3 days?), Ngorongoro (2 days) and Tanangire (2-3 days).
Would love to hear of any experiences from anyone who's been to that part of Tanzania. I've spent dozens of hours reading on TripAdvisor also and am in the process of reaching out to local (Tanzanian-based) tour operators..
I enjoyed Malawi very much. Some English is spoken there, so that was a help to me. Very friendly people. I was there for a couple of weeks, in Lilongwe and some rural spots around Lake Malawi. It was springtime and very lush.I am off to Malawi in two weeks. Long flights. Wonderful people.
One suggestion - if your priority is seeing wildlife, go towards the end of dry season. The animals will be out looking for water. We went in September and saw loads of wildlife - lions, giraffes, elephants, waterbucks, buffalo, hippos, cheetah, gazelles, impala - just no rhinos for us. Lots of beautiful birds too!
Exercise increased caution in Tanzania due to crime, terrorism, and targeting of LGBTI persons.
Violent crime, such as assault, sexual assault, express kidnapping, mugging, and carjacking, is common. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to serious crime.
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Tanzania. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting embassies, police stations, mosques, and other places frequented by Westerners.
Members of the LGBTI community have been arrested, targeted, harassed, and/or charged with unrelated offenses. Individuals detained under suspicion of same-sex sexual conduct could be subject to forced anal examinations.
Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.
Uh-oh. I just got a State Dept. travel advisory:
violent crimes do occur throughout the country, especially in urban areas. Visitors to large cities and popular tourist destinations should be aware that parked cars are regularly targeted for opportunistic smash-and-grab thefts, and they are cautioned to avoid leaving any unattended possessions in a vehicle, even in the trunk. Due to the high incidence of such crimes, motorists ... can be fined for leaving their car doors unlocked or for leaving valuables in view. Visitors should exercise precaution to safeguard their property.
Just my tuppence, but if I paid attention to every State Dept. travel advisory I read, I'd never come out from under my bed. Gotta take those things with some salt.
For example:
But how worried would I actually be when driving in Canada?