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ELECTRICITY POWER IS BACK ON ZANZIBAR ISLAND!!

admin — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:38:28 +0000

ELECTRICITY POWER IS BACK ON ZANZIBAR ISLAND!!

After 4 weeks of electricity power blackout, finally 10 minutes ago power on the national electrical grid on Zanzibar Island is connected and restored!!!

:0))

Lets hope it lasts!!

Zanzibar Island, Tanzania in 4th Week of Electrical Power Blackout and Ready For the High Season

admin — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:34:54 +0000

ZANZIBAR READY FOR THE HIGH SEASON

In the last few weeks, there has been many speculations in regard to the current power issues and the preparation for Zanzibar businesses towards high season. To this factor, people engage in hotels, beach resorts, restaurants, tour and transport operators will carry on business as usual and are ready to receive, meet and deliver the needs of an international traveler.

The Zanzibar Association of Tourism Investors (Z.A.T.I) is non-governmental, non-religious, and non-political organization. The Tourism industry is, at present, the most important sector of theZanzibar economy in terms of foreign exchange earnings, and has many direct and indirect economic linkages throughout Zanzibar society.

The association has been established to represent the interests of all tourism investors in Zanzibar. The Association is very important in creating and implementing the Public and Private Sector Partnership inorder to succeed in the common goals of Zanzibar being a favorable tourist destination.

According to the Chairman of Z.A.T..I, Mr Simai Mohammed Said, the weather now in Zanzibar is perfect and warm, the dhow continues to sail, sunsets remain to be magical, the water is clear and top for divingand snorkeling, spices and fruits are plenty with the combination of the unique culture and Zanzibar hospitality a tourist is most likely will not notice the difference.

Many of the hotels and resorts have always had back power system such generators and solar. The only affect that the current power issues has had on the industry is the rising of fuel prices in the globalmarket which has affected many tourist destination in terms of pricing and marketing around the world.

Zanzibaris now one of the leading tourist destination in the Indian Ocean islands, Zanzibar’s lasting mystique has attracted travelers from around the world for centuries. From its early days as a Swahili port, Zanzibar has done a thriving business in the cargo of the day.

In generations long past, ivory, slaves and spices were transported on large wooden sailing dhows across the Indian Ocean to the Arabian Peninsula and beyond. Although spices remain a main export, these days Zanzibar’s main attraction is the beauty of the island itself.

Zanzibar’s history stretches back to when the first dhows from Arabia and India discovered its natural harbor. Using the island as a stopover point for caravans that journeyed deep into the Africaninterior, permanent settlement soon created the beginnings of what became Stone Town.

Merchants from Oman, Gujarat and around the Indian Ocean moved their families from across the ocean to start a life in Zanzibar, some amassing great fortunes and building the high stone houses so indicative of Stone Town today.

Although Swahili civilization in the area of Kilwa Kisiwani further south peaked in the 14th century, Zanzibar’s prosperity came much later, with the arrival of the Omani sultans in the 18th century. Living and ruling from Stone Town, the sultans presided over the slave and ivory trade, plantingvast spice plantations that survive to this day.

Source: http://www.ZanzibarMagic.com

David John Kiango (David) ZanzibarMagic GbR

Lauingerstr 57,

80997 Muenchen,

Germany.

Hotline: +255 777 844417

zanzibarmagic@gmail.com

http://www.zanzibarmagic.com

http://www.zanzibarmagic.com/blog

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TANZANIA CAMPING SAFARI PRIVATE AND JOINING

admin — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:24:11 +0000

TANZANIA CAMPING SAFARI

First we would like to inform you that some of the campsites in our National Parks especially in Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park are outside the Parks.

This is because the camping ground inside the Parks are not safe:0)!

There are so many elephants and tsetse fly in Tarangire sometimes of the year and in Lake Manyara to many monkey’s.

You can loose the food of 6 days safari in just five minute’s, and you have nothing you can do because you are inside of the monkey’s territory.

We normally use both 4 x 4 Land Rover/Land Cruiser/Minibus depending on safari schedule and season’s.

Most of our clients prefer to use Land Cruiser’s in dry season and Land Rover’s in wet season between April - June each year.

This is because Land Rover is always four wheel while driving in the mud, but Land Cruiser you need to engage the four wheel when you need it.

Also Land Cruiser is easier to get stuck because of the rear springs while Land Rover is not not so easy to get stuck because all fronts and rear tires are protected by coil springs.

Animals are normally drinking water early in the morning and late evening.

Such activities is possible to see either in Lake Manyara or Serengeti National Park.

Serengeti is a lot more better because it is allowed to do very early Game drives even before breakfast.

It is possible to include walking safari especially for those people who are doing private safari. This is charged direct or if you insist we also include in the price.

Of course we will indicate the cost separate for those who are doing joining safari.

Not all clients want to do walking safari.

The walking safari can be arranged in the campsite i.e.,: Twiga camp/Fig Tree camp/Zion camp/and Popo camp in Lake Manyara and Tarangire.

We normally take 4 people in normal Land Cruiser or Land Rover of 6 setter for those who are doing camping safari and 6 people in an extended vehicle of 8 setter.

We reserve other rear seats for extra camping facility ie: mattresses, blankets, tents, and bed sheets.

TANZANIA CAMPING SAFARI SAMPLE ITINERARY

DAY 1: ARUSHA/TARANGIRE

You will be picked up at around 0900am and depart to Tarangire National Park for the Game drive.

Tarangire is most spectacular during the dry season when thousands of animals migrate into the park from the surrounding dry Maasai steppe, to use the permanent water supply of the Tarangire River.

You can see herds of elephants, numbering over a hundred. Tarangire is also renowned for its tree pythons, which are easily seen. The animal population in the dry season rivals that of the Serengeti with wildebeest, zebra, eland, hartebeest, buffalo, gerenuk, fringe eared Oryx and flocks of birds of many different species. Prime game viewing is between July through November.

The famous and giant baobab trees dot the park, their branches looking just like roots. Some of the baobab trees are over 300 years old. Legend has it that a displeased god turned them upside down at the time of creation. All meals and overnight at Zion Campsite.

Approx transit time Arusha - Tarangire 1 hour
Meal Plan: { L,D}

DAY 1: Tarangire Park Lake Manyara National Park

Breakfast at around 0700am. Depart Tarangire at around 0800am for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree climbing lions and large flocks of flamingoes.

The park contains five distinct vegetation zones and is of scenic beauty. Picnic Lunch will be served in the Park/Hot Lunch at the camp. Afternoon Game drive in the Park. Late afternoon to Twiga campsite for dinner and overnight.

Approx transit time Tarangire to Lake Manyara 1hour
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

DAY 2: Lake Manyara National Park Serengeti National Park

Breakfast at around 0630am. Depart for Serengeti with lunch en route. On arrival, proceed for a game drive. The park covers 12,944km2 of open plains making it one of the largest in the world.

The rocky outcrops commonly known as Moru kopjes in the eastern part of the park are of scenic beauty and occasionally cats can be seen lazing on them.

The park contains vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle and other antelopes. Dinner and overnight at Seronera Campsite.

Approx transit time Lake Manyara to Serengeti 5 ½ hours
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

DAY 3: Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Very early Game drive in the vast Serengeti plain. Breakfast at 0900am. After breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive to Ngorongoro crater rim with Game drive and Picnic Lunch en route to Ngorongoro Simba campsite where you booked for the night full board.

Approx transit time Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Simba campsite 3½ hours
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

DAY 4: Ngorongoro Crater Arusha

Breakfast at around 0600am. Take Picnic Lunch with you and drive 15 minutes into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for the Game drive. View the various resident animals on the crater floor.

The largest unbroken caldera in the world, Ngorongoro has an area of 260 kilometers and a depth of 610 meters.

The crater provides a protected habitat for thousands of mammals and birds. The entire day is spent on the crater floor viewing lion, hyena, wildebeest, zebra, black rhinoceros, and many species of small antelopes.

The Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area is located between the Serengeti and Lake Manyara.

It is home to the famous Ngorongoro Crater which is the largest unbroken caldera in the world. The Crater is a spectacular setting in which to experience your African safari.

Some scientists maintain that before it erupted, Ngorongoro Crater the largest intact caldera in the world would have been higher than Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa.

Covering a mere 260 square kilometers (100 square miles), the 600 meter (1969 foot)-deep Crater is home to a permanent population of more than 30 000 animals.

It is one of the few places in Africa where you stand a very good chance of seeing the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant) in the course of a game- drive.

The local Maasai have permission to graze their cattle on the Crater floor, and it is not unusual to see Maasai cattle and buffalo grazing together with lion mere meters away.

There are around 1000 lions in the Crater, approximately 20 black rhino, and the spectacular Lerai Forest is one of the best places in Africa to spot leopard. This is one of the natural wonders of the world.

Picnic Lunch in the Crater. Afternoon before 0430pm drive to Arusha where you will be dropped at your hotel of your choice.

Approx transit time Ngorongoro to Arusha 3½ hours
Meal Plan: {B, L}

END OF SAFARI

COST:

Joining rate 799$ per person maximum 4 people.

Private rate 1020$ per person minimum 2 people.

What is included
Fully supported camping safari for 4 nights with meals as shown in the itinerary, Park entrance fees, Transportation in a 4 x 4 vehicle to Tarangire Park, Serengeti Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro, English speaking Driver Guide, Crater fee, Safari Transportation in a private vehicle.

What is not included
The price does not include international flights or departure taxes, personal insurance, visa fees, vaccination costs, personal clothing and equipment, all items of a personal nature and all alcoholic drinks, gratuity/ tips, Meals unless specified above, and shuttle transfer’s.

For further Info please contact:

Daud John Kiango (David)

ZanzibarMagic GbR
Lauingerstr 57,
80997 Muenchen,
Germany.

Hotline: +255 777 844417

zanzibarmagic@gmail.com
http://www.zanzibarmagic.com
http://www.zanzibarmagic.com/blog
http://www.zanzibarmagic.com/blog/wp-feed.php

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MOUNT MERU CLIMBING from $699.- USD!!

admin — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:25:11 +0000

MOUNT MERU.

MOUNT MERU 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS

2 - 5 Persons = Only $699.- USD
6 Persons = Only $619.- USD

MOUNT MERU 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

2 – 5 Persons = Only $599.- USD
6 Persons = Only $519.- USD

NOTE: Please call us for the special rate when you are one person who is going on trekking.

Extra day will be 199$ per person.

INCLUSIVE:
Park entrance fee, Hut/Camp fee, Rescue fee, Park commission, Park
Ranger, Guide ,Porters, Transfer to/from Momella Gate, and three meals
per day while on treks.

EXCLUDED:
Climbing gears, drinking water, visa, first aid kit, alcohol,
accommodation in town, film, camera, and personal spending money are
not included in the price.

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ZANZIBAR’S EAST COAST in TOP 30 ISLAND BEACHES in the WORLD!

admin — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 13:28:46 +0000

Zanzibar East Coast voted/included in Top 30 Island Beaches in the world by the prestigious Conde’ Nast Traveler in their article “20 years…30 beaches”

Zanzibar East Coast standing shoulder to shoulder with Petit St Vincent in the St Vincent and the Grenadines, Plaza de las Salinas in Ibiza, Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos to name a few.

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TANZANIA “ANNEXED” BY KENYA!!

admin — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 20:26:27 +0000

Tanzania Annexed by Kenya!!

Tanzania natural tourist attractions will be “annexed” by its better organized neighbours.

Tanzanian Tourist Attractions have always been strongly advertised and marketed by Kenya and finally Tanzania is waking up.

For instance Mount Kilimanjaro is believed by many to be in Kenya.

Some so called travel experts to this day even say that half of the Kilimanjaro is in Kenya!!

They go further to comment that the views of our Kili are better from the Kenyan side!!

I challenge them as I did my Geography teacher as a teenager in Europe to open up their Atlas or better still visit Google Earth and show us which part exactly of our Mount Kilimanjaro lies in Kenya.

The Kili- Mount Kilimanjaro lies entirely in Tanzania, ladies and gentlemen.

Regarding better views from the Kenyan side, we were wondering does the Tanzanian side have cloud cover more often then on the Kenyan side or is it that skyscrappers on the Tanzanian side spoil and obscure the view:0)

Its good to see Tanzania waking up to its natural resources!!

Otherwise before long the Kenyans would probably if they havent already, annex the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro!!

Some of the fascinating places in tanzania include:

zanzibar, kilimanjaro, ngorongoro, serengeti, lake manyara, ruaha, selous, mikumi, mafia island, pemba island,

scenic flying safaris, arusha town, tanga, dar es salaam, rubondo, arusha np, tarangire

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Thanks for Looking!!

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KILIMANJARO CLIMBING from $999.- USD per person!!

admin — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 19:10:39 +0000

KILIMANJARO CLIMBING.
Kilimanjaro Climbing will be as follows;

6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS-

Recommended to take 6 days to allow for acclimitazation!
2 - 5 People = Only $1010.- USD
6 People or more = Only $999.- USD per person

5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS
2 – 5 Person = Only $999.- USD per person!!
6 Pax = Only $949.- USD per person!!

NOTE: Please email us for the special rate when you have one person who are going on trekking.

Extra day will be $199.- USD per person.

INCLUSIVE- Park entrance fee, Hut/Camp fee, Rescue fee, Village fee, Guide, Porters, Transfer to/from the Gate, and three meals per day while on treks.

EXCLUDED- Climbing gears, drinking water, visa, first aid kit, alcohol, accommodation in town, film, camera, and personal spending money are not included in the price.

NOTE: Climbing gears, drinking water, visa, first aid kit, alcohol, accommodation in town, film, camera, and personal spending money are not included in the price.

For the Kilimanjaro Climb, our prices are as follows, for a minimum of 2 PERSONS:

5 nights / 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climb
via Marangu Route : $ 999 / person All Inclusive
via Machame Route : $ 999 / person All Inclusive
via Rongai Route : $ 1199 / person All Inclusive
via Shira Route : $ 1099 / person All Inclusive
via Londrossi Route : $ 1299 / person All Inclusive

7 nights / 8 days Mount Kilimanjaro Climb via Lemosho Route : $ 1299 / person All Inclusive

Extra day on any of above route: $ 199 / person per day extra

The above cost Includes transport to the mountains back, accommodation, park entry fee, hut fees ( gate fees), guides, porters and their hut fees, rescue fee ( on mountain only), food, cook and transfers according to itinerary.

Not included: Air fares, airport departure tax, gratuities, Tips and Drinks and mountain equipment ( which can be hired) and any other items of a personal nature

NOTE: In the event that one hiker is unable to continue on the climb, the sick climber will be escorted down by the assistant porter, while the other climber is able to continue to ascend the summit.

Accommodation is camping on all routes except Marangu Route, is throughout in 3 person mountain tents shared by two people.

All your equipment will be carried by vehicles or local porters; you only carry a daypack with personal gear.

When camping you will not have to participate in camp chores.

Fresh produce is bought locally and to ensure good standards of hygiene all food is prepared by personal cook.

Special dietary requirements can be catered for and there are no extra food-kitty payments.

More info under:

http://www.zanzibarmagic.com/english2nd/mount%20kilimanjaro.htm

Zanzibar Magic currently takes bookings on: info@zanzibarmagic.com

From the mists of equatorial jungle to the snows and breath-taking views of the summit, Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the worlds renown landmarks of Tanzania.

Mount Kilimanjaro- A sight so stunning, it can only dominate and etch itself into one’s memory forever.

The mountain owes its existence to the formation of the Great Rift Valley and is actually three volcanic cones that, due to their proximity, became one - Shira, Mawenzi and Kibo - together they make the highest free standing mountain in the world.

It is possible to climb this ‘wedding cake’ mountain all year round although the best times are the dry months of January, February and July through to September.

Anglers can find trout in the delightful crystal cold rivers up to a height of 2001 meters (6557ft).

The most interesting aspect during the climb is the textbook vegetational boutiques to market stalls donation- distinct bands of vegetation at different altitudes.

First one comes across grassland, where at night , one can hear the clatter of galagos and can see the genet cat, although this zone is most notable for its prolific birdlife.

Next there is the damp forest zone. Dense trailing fronds of lianas hang everywhere from trees with heavily buttressed trunks. Here a wealth of animal and birdlife abounds as does the Impatiens

Kilimanjaro - a scarlet and yellow flower found nowhere else in the world. The alpine zone is made up entirely of giant hearth and moorland and here you may catch sight of rare birds of prey.

The auger buzzard, Mackinder’s owl, Verreaux’s eagle and the Lammergeier who mostly feed on rodent.

The last two zones of highland-desert and summit are the most testy with about half the oxygen at sea level, high ultraviolet Radiation by day and freezing temperatures by night.

Those who conquer this enigmatic mountain, find themselves left breathless for more than one reason.

The summit of this mountain, Uhuru Peak, is the highest point in Africa, and Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free standing mountain in the world.

Mount Kilimanjaro, undisputed in its majesty, its massive glaciers cling to it below the blazing African sun.

Rising 5,896 meters (19,340ft) from the stark flat dry Savannah plains, snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro is a spectacle of pure unadulterated beauty.

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Info

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Tanzania East Africa- its the Most, Tanzania its Unique!!

admin — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:02:20 +0000

Tanzania is the only country in the world, which has allocated more then 25% of its total area to wildlife National Parks and protected areas.

Blessed with spectacular scenery, prolific wildlife and a superb coastline, Tanzania has long attracted seekers of an exotic holiday, from across the globe.

SAFARI CAMPING only $500.- per Person for 3 Days ex-Arusha/Tanzania!!

admin — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 10:49:39 +0000

No need for you to find others to join!!

This is done by us, ladies will share tent/room with other ladies!!

This is the possible itinerary while joining our safari group minimum 4 people in the vehicle.Joining - $500.- USD minimum 4 people in a vehicle.Alternatively a PRIVATE CAMPING SAFARI for one person 3 days would cost only $950.-USD…

SAFARI CAMPING only $500.- per Person for 3 Days ex-Arusha!!

admin — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 05:50:16 +0000

SAFARI CAMPING only $500.- per Person for 3 Days ex-Arusha!!

TANZANIA BUDGET CAMPING SAFARI offered CHEAP from ZanzibarMagic.Com No need for you to find others to join!! This is done by us, ladies will share tent/room with other ladies!!This is the possible itinerary while joining our safari group minimum 4 people in the vehicle.Joining - $500.- USD minimum 4 people in a vehicle.Alternatively a PRIVATE CAMPING SAFARI for one person 3 days would cost only $950.-USD minimum 1 person.The cost will include all Park entrance fee, camping fee, Crater fee, camping gears, Driver Guide, Cook, and three meals per day while on safari.SAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 01: 03/12/07: ARUSHA/LAKE MANYARA. Depart from Arusha at 09:30hrs for Lake Manyara arriving in good time for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Campsite. DAY 02:04/12/07: LAKE MANYARA/NGORONGORO After early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro crater with game drive en-route; where you descend 2000ft for a fascinating game drive on the crater floor. Enjoy game viewing at the crater until late in the afternoon when you ascend back to the Campsite. DAY 03: 05/ 12/07: NGORONGORO/ TARANGIRE/ARUSHA After breakfast proceed to Tarangire Park. This is the best place in Tanzania to see really big herds of elephants of up to 300 at a time on safari. After lunch drive back to Arusha. On your arrival you will be dropped at your hotel.END OF YOUR SAFARI Payments:Private - 950$ minimum 1 person.Joining - 500$ minimum 4 people in a vehicle.What is included Fully supported camping for 2 nights with meals as shown in the itinerary, Park entrance fees, Camping fees, Transportation to Tarangire Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Driver Guide, Cook, drinking water, crater fee, and camping gears.What is not included The price does not include international flights or departure taxes, personal insurance, visa fees, vaccination costs, personal clothing and equipment, all items of a personal nature and all alcoholic drinks. Sleeping bags, towels, tips. Meals unless specified above, Transfers to and from Arusha to another destinations.The prices shown are $ U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land prices are guaranteed. All private Safari is sold by request.

Tanzania is the easiest and most friendliest country in Africa (actual on the planet!!) to combine a safari with time on an Indian Ocean island such as Zanzibar.

Tanzania holds the premier position among African Safaris and we can tailor make any trip in Tanzania and/or it’s Islands- Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia for you. Benefits are obvious - our advice and site contains info on most lodges in Tanzania and the sister islands of Zanzibar as well as prices - however no amount of info can replace first hand knowledge so we recommend that you email us or telephone to talk through the various options.

We can quote for any itinerary in a matter of minutes.

Yours Sincerely,

www.ZanzibarMagic.com

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