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Tanzania

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Tanzania is where you find Africa's iconic safari landscapes—the vast Serengeti plains, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro—plus the spice-scented beaches of Zanzibar. It's one of the few places where you can witness the Great Migration and still experience authentic Maasai culture. With Swahili warmth and wildlife that rivals any on Earth, Tanzania offers a trip that feels both epic and intimate.

Capital
Dodoma (official capital)
Language
Swahili and English
Currency
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Best time to visit
June–October (dry season for safaris); December–March (calving season in Serengeti)
Visa
Visa on arrival for most nationalities; advance e-Visa recommended to avoid queues