This stunning country contains a kaleidoscope of landscapes, wildlife and people that is infinite in variety. Endless stretches of grasslands are teeming with herds of game; lion and cheetah stalk through the tall dry grass and Masai herdsman dance in the warm hues of sunset. Mt. Kilimanjaro, the world's tallest free-standing mountain with its snow-capped peak, rises out of the savannah plains. Geography A land of plains, lakes and mountains with a narrow, low-lying coastal belt, Tanzania is East Africa's largest country. The bulk of the country is a highland plateau, some of it semi-desert and the rest savannah and scattered bush. The highest mountains - Meru and Kilimanjaro - are in the north-east along the border with Kenya. The altitude of the high plateau considerably tempers what would otherwise be a tropical climate. In many places it can be quite cool at night. The coastal strip along the Indian Ocean and the offshore islands of Pemba, Zanzibar and Mafia has a hot, humid, tropical climate alleviated by sea breezes. Only on the mountain slopes of the north-east does the country enjoy an almost temperate climate for most of the year. Access There are two points of access into Tanzania. Arusha (JRO) services the wildlife regions of the Serengeti/Ngorongoro conservation area, as well as Mt. Kilimanjaro. Dar es Salaam (DAR) provides access to the eastern coastal region and the southern reserves of Selous and Ruaha. Time to Travel IThere is no time to avoid Tanzania. The long rainy season is from March to May when it rains almost every day, but the mirgation is still worth enduring this. There's also a short rainy season from November to January. What can Falcon Africa Safaris do for you in Tanzania? We design itineraries to suit your individual requirements We are able to logically and logistically plan your itinerary so that you have maximum destination enjoyment and minimum travel time. Arrange, book and confirm all your international and domestic flight requirements. Reserve accommodation at hotels, beach resorts and bush camps. Arrange transfers, private luxury camping safaris, excursions and game viewing. As we do not own our own properties we are in the advantageous position of being able to utilise the most suitable lodges, based upon the time of year and the most suitable location. Planning your itinerary North and south of Dar es Salaam, we can offer you exotic beach lodges. The Northern wildlife circuit includes the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara. The Southern wildlife circuit includes the Selous & Ruaha Reserves We offer mid-market, up-market or luxury Lodge accommodation or Luxury Mobile Tented Camps Do you wish to climb Kilimanjaro? Considerations The road structure is poor and travelling by road is time consuming, but it is the only way to get to the Crater or Tarangire. There is a comprehensive network of domestic flights using scheduled and charter airlines for one way or return travel. You do not wish to spend your entire trip getting from one place to another and not stay long enough to enjoy each destination. Falcon Africa Safaris utilise the very best standards of accommodation and facilities suitable to your budget. Zanzibar is an ideal extension onto any safari or Kilimanjaro package. Kilimanjaro can be seen from Kilimanjaro Airport but be advised that it cannot be climbed in less than 5 days.