Tanzania, is an East African country situated just south of the Equator. Tanzania was formed as a sovereign state in 1964 through the union of the theretofore separate states of Tanganyika and Zanzibar.
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Tanzania is one of East Africa’s largest and most geographically diverse nations, known for political continuity, iconic wildlife landscapes, and a long Indian Ocean coastline.
Some travelers suggested that Tanzania is a fantastic destination for a honeymoon, especially with options like wildlife safaris in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, or relaxing on the beaches of Zanzibar. The blend of adventure and relaxation caters to a wide range of interests.
Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east, where Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level in the world, is located. Three of the African Great Lakes are partly within Tanzania.
Tanzania is situated in East Africa and encompasses an area of approximately 945,087 km 2 (364,900 mi 2). It shares borders with eight countries: Kenya and Uganda to the north, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west, and Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique to the south.
Tanzania a country where you can experience spectacular wildlife, including Earth’s largest movement of animals, the annual wildebeest migration in the world famous Serengeti National Park, mountain climbing at Mount Kilimanjaro, scuba diving at Zanzibar or Mafia Island, sandy beaches, deep-sea fishing, horseback riding and a rich tribal culture.