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Birdwatching Birdwatching in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Natron and the Northern Lakes The Serengeti and Ngorongoro hold more than 500 bird species, and Lake Natron is the main breeding ground of the lesser flamingo. Where and… October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Photography and Filming Rules in Tanzania What you can and cannot photograph in Tanzania, asking people's permission, filming permits for commercial work, and drone rules. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Public Holidays and Festivals in Tanzania Tanzania's public holidays and the festivals worth planning a trip around, from Sauti za Busara in Zanzibar to the Kilimanjaro Marathon. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Tanzanian Food: Dishes to Try on Your Trip Ugali, nyama choma, pilau, chipsi mayai and Zanzibar pizza. The dishes and drinks to try in Tanzania, and where to find them. October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Souvenirs from Tanzania: What to Buy and What to Avoid From tanzanite and Tingatinga paintings to coffee and kanga cloth. The best souvenirs from Tanzania, where to buy them and what you should not… October 17, 20262 min read Honeymoons Tanzania Honeymoon: Safari, Beach and Romance A Tanzania honeymoon combines safari and beach in one trip. How to plan it, the best time, how long to stay and special touches… October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Tanzanian Culture and Etiquette: A Visitor’s Guide Greetings, dress, photography, food and religion: the customs that help you connect with Tanzanians and avoid causing offence. October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Travel Insurance for Tanzania: Safari, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Travel insurance is essential for Tanzania. What your policy should cover on safari and Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar's insurance rule and evacuation services. October 17, 20262 min read

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