Tanzania

This country has inspired famous writers, photographers, and travelers. Ernest Hemingway dedicated his works "the Snows of Kilimanjaro", "the lion of miss Mary" and "the Green hills of Africa" to her. the great Explorer of Africa, David Livingstone, went from Zanzibar on his last expedition.
In stone town (Zanzibar), faroukh Bulsara was born, "the greatest rock star"-Freddie mercury.
The turquoise ocean and snow-white desert beaches of Zanzibar, the vast plains of the Serengeti national Park and the unique fauna of the Ngorongoro crater are the hallmark of Tanzania, which, although popular among tourists, still remains in many ways terra incognita.To get to Tanzania during the great migration season is to witness the passions that are simmering in the wild African nature, where every day is a struggle for survival, territory and offspring. Every year from July to October, millions a Herd of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles migrate from the Serengeti national Park in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara reserve in Kenya in search of new pastures and for breeding. The most dramatic scenes unfold when crossing the Mara river, where crocodiles and hippos are already waiting for rich prey. From year to year, this cycle of life and death continues. Scientists have even dubbed the Great migration the eighth wonder of the world, since it is still unclear how animals know the way to the Maasai Mara, overcoming hundreds of kilometersHow to get to the Serengeti? From Kilimanjaro airport in the city of Arusha-on a jeep Safari for about eight hours on a good route, simultaneously studying the local culture, stopping to rest and eat in Tanzanian towns and villages. Pay attention to the African signs, this creative deserves no less attention than the rich animal world. Also, from Arusha, you can fly directly to the reserve on a light aircraft in about an hour, if you are limited in time and want to enjoy only the natural beauty of Tanzania.Ngorongoro crater is a completely unique story. In 1979, the Ngorongoro crater was included in the UNESCO world heritage list as an outstanding natural monument, and in 1981 it was recognized as a biosphere reserve.
The crater is 610 m deep and about 20 km in diameter. It has its own ecosystem, and the diversity of species is amazing. Alien landscapes look most mysterious at dawn, when the first rays of the sun break through a thick fog. The crater contains lake Magadi, which is home to flocks of pink flamingos. Large birds include the crowned crane, herons, bustard, Secretary bird, and African ostrich.Ngorongoro is home to black rhinos, lions, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, leopards, baboons and hippos. If you are going on a Safari in Ngorongoro, do not forget to take warm clothes - the crater is famous for the temperature difference. It is best to stay in a campsite or tent city near the edge of Ngorongoro - you can enjoy the incredible panorama. Curious zebras and marabou storks sometimes come to the campsite. You should not be afraid, but you should take precautions.After a busy Safari program, go to Zanzibar to bask in the sun, meet the colorful inhabitants of the underwater world of Mafia island, and immerse yourself in the colorful culture of this distant island. Indian and Arab historical heritage is intertwined with local exoticism, which can be experienced and captured on camera, walking through the narrow streets of Stone Town.
Tanzania will not leave anyone indifferent. Everyone will find something close in this country, and feel like a researcher or a hero of adventure novels. 

Text and photo: Diana Rudenko, animal Photographer www.dvr.photography