East Africa
Spanning both sides of the Equator – from Ethiopia down to Mozambique – the East African region has been a huge tourist draw for decades. Experience an African safari full of adventure or get immersed in the culture and heritage of various tribes.
Countries:
Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Indian Ocean Islands of Zanzibar, Mauritius, Pemba.
Travel Tips & packing List: Africa
Ethiopia
Trying, astounding, and heartrending, an unforgettable voyage.
Points of Interest:
Lalibella: Question actuality, history, and moment in time while wandering astonished through the medieval rock-carved labyrinth of churches.
Bale Mountains : Immerse yourself in vast-arrayed wildlife native to the region, while embarking on an ascent up the glorious summit.
Priest at the Labielle Church
Kenya
A country of staggering landscapes, from pristine coastlines and active coral reefs to fiery deserts and soaring peaks creating some of the finest settings in Africa.
Points of Interest:
Lake Nakuru: converse with the burly rhino as you gaze at the blanket of stunning flamingos taking flight.
Loyaangalangi: surrounded by memorable, vibrant tribes people wade into the majestic emerald waters of Lake Turkana.
Masai Mara National Reserve- journey over and across sweeping savanna for unrivaled wildlife and the world’s most enormous gridlock, the wildebeest migration.
Mount Kenya National Park: Walk the serrated peeks and equatorial glaciers on this envying journey.
Mozambique
A buried treasure of a country with over 1,500 miles of pristine coastline, exceptional diving, and captivating island neighbors creates a cheerful ambiance that is hard to avoid.
Points of Interest
Bazaruto Archipelago: paddle alongside creatures of the sea in the vivid emerald waters.
Beira: intimidate the senses as you inhabit the bustling port.
Gorongosa National Park: socialize with the unrivaled creatures of the unspoiled paradise.
Illha de Mocambique: journey back in time to the now lingering town full of Portuguese essence.
Maputo: sip and savor a coffee or step to the rhythms of this cultural hot spot.
Rwanda
Atop the Land of A Thousand Hills lies a flourishing country full of gems of a heavenly nature. From the massive mountain rain forests of the Nyungwe Forest to the sinister slopes of the Virunga volcanoes, Rwanda’s enchanted lands provide an unsurpassed experience.
Highlights:
Gisenyi Gisenyi- be the first to sink in your toes at the untouched beaches and wade into transparent waters.
Parc National des Volcans- listen to the beating chests of gorillas as they emerge from the mist atop the tropical volcanoes.
Kigali Memorial Center- pay tribute to lives lost during the unforgettable genocide.
Tanzania
An African fairytale come to life, it is here that the world’s perception of the continent thrives. With wildebeest thundering through the plains of the Serengeti, chimpanzees trailing the region, and the snow-covered Kilimanjaro offering a heavenly backdrop, lay back under the star–studded skies of one of Africa’s greatest wilds.
Highlights:
Dar-Es-Salaam- wander the ‘Haven of Peace’ full of lively markets, tranquil beaches and friendly smiles
Mount Kilimanjaro- soar to the top or marvel at a distance.
Serengeti National Park- absorb the greatness that is the world’s supreme wildlife exhibition- the Circle of Life
Mahale Mountains National Park- hang around with the wild chimpanzees in this tranquil setting.
Uganda
A small but spectacular package… a continent’s worth of geographic attributes.
Highlights:
Bwindi National Park- hold your breath alongside mountain gorillas as you pierce the Impenetrable Forest.
Murchison Falls- experience the Victoria Nile as you pass the world’s most powerful waterfall.
Rwenzori Mountains- challenge the demanding trek up the magical Mountains of the Moon.
Jinja- survive some of the world’s grandest white-water rafting as you take on the rapids at the source of the Nile.
Indian Ocean Islands (Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mauritius)
Boasting some of the world’s most strikingly handsome and exotic isles, the Indian Ocean Islands are made up of coconut palm trees atop alluring coral sands, surrounded by transparent hues of open water. Each with their own captivating air of historical figures from sultans and sailors to traders and explorers.
Highlights:
Stone town- wander the perishing, meandering streets of this Zanzibari town and admire the intricate woodworking
Black River Gorges- glide through the narrow valley at Mauritius’ largest national park.
Grand Bay, Mauritius- shop in the haven of leisure.
Jozani Forest- explore the refuge of the rare silky-haired red colobus monkey and the famed Zanzibar duiker.
