Destinations

Where to go, when to go, and how to combine it.

Best June–October and December–February

Zanzibar coast

White sand, warm water and the dhow culture of Menai Bay. Nungwi and Kendwa have swimmable tides all day; Paje and Jambiani are for kitesurfing and long tidal walks.

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Year round

Stone Town

A UNESCO World Heritage town of carved doors, Omani history and spice markets. Best explored on foot in the morning, followed by a spice farm in the afternoon.

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Migration river crossings July–September

Serengeti & Ngorongoro

The northern circuit holds the Great Migration, the Big Five and the crater floor — the highest density of predators in East Africa.

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January–March and June–October

Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest peak, climbable without technical experience. The 7-day Machame route gives the best acclimatisation and the finest scenery.

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