Joanna James
A land of diversity, abundant in rugged wilds, spectacular islands, age-old towns and where the tallest mountain in Africa (Mount Kilimanjaro) is located; the East African nation of Tanzania is where couples can have a whale of a time.
Rivalling the pleasures and thrills of what a game drive brings, taking to the skies onboard a hot air balloon that will have you excellently placed to witness the wonders of Tanzania’s wilder side. Delight in a bird’s eye view of the vast plains of Serengeti National Park and its many inhabitants, including wildebeest, zebras, lions and elephants. Take all the pictures you want before settling down to a wholesome breakfast in the bush for one truly authentic and romantic time.
Employ the expertise of a local guide ahead of a wildlife safari on foot. Go where only a handful would dare go and develop an understanding of the Tanzanian wilds, from its marvellous floral species to its captivating wildlife.
The indigenous folk of the Maasai have been living across Kenya and Northern Tanzania for centuries and to be able to visit a local village will surely rank as one of the highlights of your time in the country. Learn of their unique mannerisms, beliefs and ideas en route to deepening your understanding of these lands and its origins.
Also, called Zanzibar, the Spice Island is a name that you must pen down in your travel itinerary to Tanzania. Allow your senses to be overwhelmed by the pungent aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and cloves as you comb through spice plantations and discover how important the island’s spice cultivation is. Get your head around harvesting techniques coupled by the traditional ways of spice farming before being handed a juicy, exotic fruit to eat.
If you and your partner have a fondness for history, then nothing must get in the way of you paying a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town. Hugging portions of older Zanzibar City, Stone Town or ‘Mji Mkongwe’ as its is known in the local language is a cultural attraction that will take on varying proportions. As you move through old town, you will be met by scenes of imperious architectural elements that have blended in with Indian, Arabian, African and European schools of thought. Among the area’s prized possessions are Sultan Palace, the Anglican Cathedral and the former Slave Market. In the event you decide to book your stay with The Residence Zanzibar, which features its own Zanzibar wedding venues, then you will have a decent abode to plan your travels from.
Ideal for some “you and me” time, Pongwe Beach is both peaceful and isolated and in short, affords ample space to unwind and sunbathe for the better part of the day. Perched north of Pongwe Beach is Kiwengwa Beach where beachgoers can choose from a gamut of leisure activities, such as snorkelling, coral reef walking and taking in the beauty of the stalagmites found inside Kiwengwa Caves. For an incredible mixture of bar hopping, dining and sunset chasing, then consider Kendwa Beach but for the ultimate surfing and kitesurfing holiday, then it would make sense to make a date with Paje Beach.
Climb aboard a dhow boat and have yourself an enjoyable time out at sea as part of a sunset cruise. Witness the sun, bathed in all its glory disappear for the day as you and your better half sip a glass of wine and reminisce the adventure that has been Tanzania.
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