Tanzania
Home to some of Africa’s most alluring destinations, Tanzania is a land of many wonders, with unparalleled diversity in flora and fauna.
Tanzania has a legacy of the exotic, 19th century caravan routes and once famous ports for merchant ships from the Orient.
Within the space of a few hours, it is possible to go from lazing on idyllic beaches to exploring moss-covered ruins of ancient Swahili city-states; from climbing mist-covered slopes in the Southern Highlands to trekking through the barren landscapes around Ol Doinyo Lengai. Yet, despite its attractions, Tanzania has managed for the most part to remain unassuming and low-key. It has also remained enviably untouched by the tribal rivalries and political upheavals that plague many of its neighbours
Zanzibar
On 3rd February we received the following communiqué from the Zanzibar Ministry of Health:
Following the Yellow Fever outbreak in Northern Uganda: “all arrivals from endemic countries in Africa and South America must be vaccinated against yellow fever and show the certificate at the port of entry to Zanzibar.
Direct arrivals from non-endemic countries in Europe and North America are not required to show the vaccination certificate but it is highly recommended that they take the shots against yellow fever for their own safety.”
The vaccination against yellow fever is safe and effective, and it is advised to receive the vaccination 7 days prior to travel to the affected area.
Zanzibar is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, formed by a main island, Unguja – the island normally referred to as Zanzibar Island – a smaller island, Pemba, and over 50 smaller islets.
The name Zanzibar means "Land of the Blacks" and originates from the Arabic words "Zinj" meaning black and "barr" meaning land.
The Zanzibar archipelago is about 35 km off the coast of mainland Tanzania and it is famous for its paradisiacal shores, for its clear waters and for the abundant marine life.
Zanzibar’s charme is also in its history, art and culture and no stay in Zanzibar is complete without a visit to the sites and sounds of Stone Town.
