The Serengeti is one of the best-known ecosystems in the world, but this vast landscape has a few secrets! Find out 5 little known facts about the Serengeti!
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Due to their distinct traditions, regalia and culture, and the proximity of their residence to many East African national parks, the Maasai are among the most well-known tribes in the world. Read more about them in our spotlight.
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Discover why Tanzania is Africa’s Top Safari Destination with some help from Sababu Safaris. Incredible wildlife, people, & landscapes. Read more!
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To keep you inspired and entertained, we’re going to share a few memorable, real-life safari stories with you! Our first Safari Story is from 2017 when our very own Robert found himself in a precarious situation. Read for yourself…:)
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Transformational travel is about you and every single person, place or thing you touch along the way. It’s about awareness, predicting how your journey will affect others, finding ways to minimize the potentially negative impacts, and gaining a valuable perspective that informs how you relate to the world. It’s about breaking down cultural divides and finding those commonalities that bring us closer together.
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Popularly known as the Spice Islands, Zanzibar is a beautiful archipelago in the Indian Ocean, right off the coast of mainland Tanzania. The Spice Islands boast some of the most exotic beaches on the planet and offer a diverse culture and history. Zanzibar is made up of three main islands which are visited most frequently: Unguja (commonly referred to as Zanzibar), Pemba and Mafia Island.
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Since Tanzanian cuisine is not widely known, you might be wondering what food is like in Tanzania. Let us introduce you to some flavors of the country.
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Located in Northern Tanzania, Mt Kilimanjaro stands at 5,895 meters (19,340 feet) above sea level. This famous African snow-capped peak looming over the plains of the savannah has become a major destination for mountaineers and trekkers from around the world. Here’s why climbing Kilimanjaro should be on your bucket list, too.
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Purpose-driven and meaningful travel is rising in popularity, as the pandemic has forced us to reevaluate how and why we travel. We are aspiring less and less toward artificial brand worlds and are seeking unforgettable, meaningful experiences with a purpose instead. The opportunity to take care of our own well-being - our physical and emotional health and security - is increasingly regarded as a modern embodiment of luxury.
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Many people dream of going on safari in Tanzania, consistently voted the best safari country in Africa. For some, it’s a bucket list adventure, for some it’s a once in a lifetime experience, and to others it’s a passion that needs to be fulfilled. Whatever the reason for traveling, many people don’t quite know what to expect. With that in mind, here are a few things you can look forward to.
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It’s crucial that we all practice sustainable tourism and do what we can to protect wildlife and the environment. One way or the other, each species plays a distinct and vital role in the ecosystem in which it lives and it is on us travelers to play our part in making sure these animals and their respective habitats are duly preserved. We believe that all travel can (and must) become more sustainable by ensuring trips have a low environmental impact, benefit local economies, and safeguard cultural heritages.
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There is an ever-growing fire to travel building up in all of us. While we’ve all been doing our part to help each other stay safe and healthy, now is the time to start dreaming of getting back out there and planning your next trip. We want to show you why Tanzania is the perfect post pandemic travel destination, and look forward to helping you plan an incredible safari adventure in the future – whether it be later this year, 2021, or beyond.
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The tribes and cultures of Tanzania are every bit as fascinating as the wildlife and breathtaking landscapes that the country is popularly known for. What’s even more interesting is that Tanzania is home to more than 120 tribes, all with their distinct traditions and customs. Naturally, the best way to learn about these new cultures and gain a deeper appreciation for their diversity is to include a visit to these tribes in your itinerary.
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Known all over the globe for its abundance of wildlife and high biodiversity, the Serengeti boasts a vast ecosystem spread over 1.5 million hectares of savannah, grassland plains, riverine forest, and woodlands. The word Serengeti is an approximation of the word Siringet, used by the Masai meaning “the place where the land runs forever”, and the sheer size of the Serengeti makes it a unique and important ecosystem in both Tanzania and Africa at large.
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Brian Jackman has the amazing ability to capture what is so appealing about Africa and why it touches the soul. This timeless piece of writing is a great reminder of the overarching reason we love this continent so much. You may be unable to visit Africa right now, but we thought you might feel a connection through his reflections. Stay safe and happy reading.
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As we are certainly all coping with the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic (although in many different ways), we would like to paint a picture of the current situation in Tanzania and let you know how you can help.
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More than ever Sababu Safaris believes in the power of travel and the good it brings into this unpredictable world. We are proud to be a part of the Transformational Travel Council and to share the same mission and values: we believe that when travel is done the right way and “acted upon with intention, it positively impacts not only the traveler but the communities, cultures, and environments that they interact with...and by doing so makes the world a better place".
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Preparing for your African safari can be an adventure of its own. Along with knowing where to visit and your accommodation settings, it helps to know what to pack. If you’ve never been on safari before. Not to worry, as we’ve put together this general rundown of what you should definitely include in your travel bags when visiting Africa and what it means to pack for a purpose.
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No doubt, the internet has transformed the travel industry, giving us more convenience and control. We can book flights, reserve hotel rooms and arrange car hire services, all from our smartphones. However, booking your safari tours in Tanzania is not nearly as straight forward. In this instance, traveling with a local safari operator is definitely the more prudent way to go.
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The vibrant town of Arusha is more than just a gateway to Tanzania’s ‘Northern Circuit’. It actually has a lot to offer for travelers who are willing to spare the time. Many international travelers often opt to stay in Arusha just long enough to overcome the initial jetlag before heading to the likes of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire or Lake Manyara. But for those who choose to linger a little longer before or after their safaris, Arusha does offer a surprising number of things to do.
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