The Rough Guide to Tanzania 2

by Finke, Jens; Finke, Jens; Finke, Jens; Finke, Jens; Rough Guides

• ISBN13: 9781843535317
• ISBN10: 1843535319
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-05-01
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

The Rough Guide to Tanzaniais the definitive guide to one of Africa's most beautiful destinations. A 24-page, full-colour section introduces Tanzania's highlights, from the volcanic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater to the Indian Ocean beaches of Zanzibar. In addition, there are two, full-colour, 4-page inserts: 'A Year in Celebration' and National Parks'. The guide includes a new 'author's pick' section of the very best hotels and restaurants, plus up-to-date listings of all the top lodges, safari companies and bars, in every price range. From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to arranging a Serengeti safari, this guide has all the practical advice you will need. There is an extensive chapter on learning and speaking Kiswahili, plus reliable coverage of Tanzania's history, politics, environment, wildlife and music. The guide comes complete with maps and town plans for every region.

Table of Contents

Colour section	p. 1
Introduction	p. 6
Where to go	p. 7
When to go	p. 11
Things not to miss	p. 13
Basics	p. 17
Getting there	p. 19
Red tape and visas	p. 27
Information, maps and websites	p. 28
Insurance	p. 30
Health	p. 31
Money and costs	p. 37
Getting around	p. 40
Accommodation	p. 49
Eating and drinking	p. 52
Communications	p. 56
The media	p. 58
Opening hours, public holidays and festivals	p. 60
Outdoor activities	p. 61
Cultural tourism	p. 64
Safaris	p. 67
Photography	p. 72
Shopping	p. 73
Trouble	p. 74
Customs and beliefs	p. 78
Working in Tanzania	p. 81
Travellers with disabilities	p. 82
The environment and ethical tourism	p. 84
Directory	p. 85
Guide	p. 87
Dar es Salaam and around	p. 87
The north coast	p. 145
The south coast	p. 189
Central Tanzania	p. 249
The northern highlands	p. 317
Arusha and around	p. 377
The Northern Safari Circuit	p. 425
Lake Victoria and northwestern Tanzania	p. 485
Lake Tanganyika and western Tanzania	p. 527
Southern Tanzania	p. 573
Zanzibar	p. 625
Contexts	p. 721
History	p. 723
Wildlife and habitats	p. 738
Books	p. 757
Music	p. 765
Language	p. 775
Travel store	p. 789
Small print & Index	p. 799
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