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Other destinations in Tanzania The Usambara Mountains: Hiking, Villages and Viewpoints Green hills, cool air and village walks between the safari parks and the coast. Hiking in the Usambara Mountains from Lushoto, with routes and… October 17, 20262 min read Zanzibar & islands Stone Town, Zanzibar: A Guide to the Old City Stone Town is Zanzibar's historic heart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What to see, how long to stay, where to eat and how… October 17, 20262 min read Planning a beach holiday Zanzibar Beaches: North, East and South Coast Guide Zanzibar's beaches differ more than most visitors expect. Where to stay for swimming at all tides, kitesurfing, quiet or nightlife, coast by coast. October 17, 20262 min read Planning a beach holiday Best Time to Visit Zanzibar: Month-by-Month Weather The best time to visit Zanzibar is June to October and December to February. A month-by-month look at weather, sea conditions, prices and Ramadan. October 17, 20262 min read Planning a beach holiday Which Tanzanian Island Should You Choose for a Beach Holiday? Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia each offer a different beach holiday. How the islands compare on beaches, diving, culture, cost and getting there. October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro Facts: Volcanoes, Glaciers and the First Ascent Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano with three cones, shrinking glaciers and a long history. The key facts about Africa's highest mountain. October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Is Kilimanjaro in Kenya or Tanzania? Kilimanjaro is entirely in Tanzania, though it is often photographed from Kenya. Where exactly it is, how to get there and how it compares… October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro’s Climate Zones: From Rainforest to Arctic Summit Climbing Kilimanjaro takes you through five climate zones in a few days. What each zone looks like, the plants and animals, and the weather… October 17, 20262 min read

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