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Ecotourism safaris

Ecotourism Safari

Ecotourism’ (also known as ecological tourism) is
responsible travel to fragile, pristine, and usually protected areas that
strives to be low impact and (often) small scale. It purports to educate the
traveler; provide funds for conservation; directly benefit the economic
development and political empowerment of local communities: Booking ecotourism safaris in Tanzania generates funds for conservation, reduces threats to wildlife, and benefits communities. Furthermore employment to local people improves community welfare. Example Most guides who lead climbing Kilimanjaro originate from Marangu and Moshi area, foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Samewise most wildlife tour guides comes from Arusha and Moshi.

 

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Eco-Tourism in Tanzania

The beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Rift Valley,Ngorongoro
Conservation area, and the Serengeti attracts countless visitors every year.
The aim amongst those promoting eco-tourism in Tanzania is to harness that
popularity and use it to develop greater respect for environment here.
Engendering respect as well as making a significant practical difference is the
basis of eco-tourism in Tanzania and you could be part of it! Booking Kilimanjaro trekking adventure trip and safari booking is way to help Tanzanian government protect the World Heritage sites, wildlife safari parks and mountain environment.

Amani Nature reserve (ANR) has been termed as the “Last
Paradise” it is a paradise of nature in the sense that the flora and fauna
are unique. The species composition is very diverse with a complex structure
very large and Tall trees (over 60 metres) exist throughout the ANR while below then many different types of plant species including climbers parasitic plants bryophytes, epiphytes and lianas being supported by tall trees. These
characteristics make ANR a suitable area for Eco-tourism whereby it could be
utilized for human pleasure by undertaking activities such as game viewing
enjoying natural beauty or site seeing, hiking, camping, walking, picnics
boating fishig and learning while maintaining sound ecological processes and
stability of the area.

The Amani Nature Reserve Includes also one of the largest
Botanical Gardens in Africa. This garden was started by the Germans in 1902
including the first tree nursery in Tanganyika. The Amani Botanical Gardens
(ABG) occupies an area of 350 hectares, The German planted about 900 different tree species both indigenous and exotics from different parts of the World. Thus ANR is centre for biological diversity. The floristic composition is very diverse and there are 2012 vascular plants species per Ha. Thus a large
proposition of the endemic species are found within ANR.

Prior to the Germans the Usambara Mountains were already
inhabited by the Lushoto an eco – friendly tourism spot. Lushoto can be reached from Mombo situated on the main Tanga, Arusha highway at the fort of the western Usambara. Driving up here on a tarmac through escarpments is a pleasant experience. Twisting and turning around roads, stopping green and gray walks of the mountains running and falling rivers colorful birds, tiny villages deep in the valleys and over obliging people make Lushoto a focal point for eco – tourists. The town also offers an excellent study of tradition and customs of Wasambaa farmers. Various view points on the edge of the mountain are also interesting parts of the tourism programme. All these can be experienced in places like Irente, Mtae, Mlalo, Soni, and Mazumbai.

Lushoto gives a feeling of being on the Swiss Alps. The town
inspires the visitors to include in reverting what is behind the curtains of
nature. The Germans have played a very vital role in developing Lushoto.

Udzungwa is a magnet for hikers. An excellent network of
forest trails includes the popular half-day ramble to Sanje Waterfall, which
plunges 170 metres (550 feet) through a misty spray into the forested valley
below.

Those are ideal places for walking safaris,nature trekking,
bird watching and natural waterfalls swimming.

 

Enriching your travel experience; Contributing to poverty
alleviation.

Tanzania is endowed with the rich cultural heritage of 120
ethnic tribes. The Cultural Tourism Programme provides visitors with authentic
cultural experiences that combine nature, scenery, folklore, ceremonies,
dances, rituals, tales, art, handicrafts and hospitality that give a unique
insight into the people’s way of life.

 

It is a rewarding experience to leave the safari vehicle
behind and walk through the lush tropical slopes of Mt Meru or Mt Kilimanjaro
while Waarusha, Wameru or Wachagga guides proudly describe their carefully
cultivated shambas with coffee, bananas, fruits, vegetables and dairy cow
farming.

 

Discover how many steps it takes to grow, pick, dry, roast,
pound and brew fresh aromatic coffee. Participate in the process yourself
before enjoying the taste and taking home your very personal packet of
Tanzanian coffee! In the pastoral areas of the north you can follow the Iraqw,
Barbaiq, and Maasai tracks to explore almost forgotten traditions and a way of
life that is closely linked to nature and wildlife. In southern Tanzania follow
the famous drumbeats and let the Ndali dancers interpret the music and
performances they inherited from their ancestors. Taste the local cuisine, with
all the culinary variations of Ugali, Makande, Machalari, Pilau, Chapati, Nyama
choma, and sample the local brew.

 

Sense the culture and history of the Swahili people of
coastal Tanzania. Explore the savannahs on a camel’s back. Boat down a river or
row in one of the many lakes while listening to hair-raising legendary tales!
Paddle between mangroves and sail with the fishermen to pristine sandy islands.
Climb a holy mountain and rest in the shade of a giant baobab tree in the Rift
Valley. Meet the friendly inhabitants of Tanzania’s “Switzerland” while hiking
through the Usambara Mountains. Admire ancient irrigation systems or today’s
local craftsmanship. Listen to a traditional healer’s diagnostic methods and
obtain the correct remedial prescriptions.

 

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