More places in Tanzania

Besides the game parks and reserves mentioned on our site Tanzania is also blessed with many other places which are briefly listed below.

Surrounding coast

Tanzania is situated on the Indian Ocean and has some of the best coastline in the world. Turquoise waters and pristine white palm fringed beaches are a holiday makers dream. The benefit of holidaying to Tanzania is that you get the best of both worlds, magnificent sea and beach, as well as the best safari destinations in the world.
The most popular beaches in an around mainland Tanzania is Pangani and Bagamoyo, near Tanga. Pangani was once the home of Arab merchants and slave traders, and is now a sleepy village with fantastic coastline. Bagamoyo lies closer to Dar and was once also used by slave traders. Both places are fairly easily accessible but seldom visited by tourists.

Ras Kutniani

Ras Kutani lies on an undeveloped Indian Ocean beach; a 3 mile crescent of white sand and gentle surf, cooled by trade winds, surrounded by a tropical forest replete with colobus monkeys, set adjacent to a fresh water lagoon. For those who prefer a more active stay there are facilities for sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling and fishing. You can take advantage of the empty beaches with long walks or explore the forests in search of the 4 different species of monkeys. This is where you go for that private Indian Ocean getaway.

Pangani

The name Pangani is derived from the river that runs through northern part of this Historical Town flowing from the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Located about 50km South from Tanga, it is believed to have been established before the 6th Century BC and played an important role during the slave trade era. It was a trading port dealing mainly with ivory and slaves. Several historical sites in and around the town serve as reminders for the strong Arabic influence and the later German, British colonial era in Tanganyika.
Currently Pangani is mainly a fishing town providing beautiful beaches with coconut trees. Someone looking for a quiet vacation and an experience of African culture untouched by modern tourism Pangani would be an answer to that.

Places of interest in Pangani
- There is a waterfall at Pangani River that provides electricity for Tanga, Arusha, Moshi and Dar es Salaam. The river also has a number of birds and crocodiles.
- Maziwi Island is a nature reserve which provides ground for snorkeling opportunity and dolphin tour.
- A walking tour through the town allows one to see some of old buildings that are over 200 years old, as well as visits to a former slave labor camps and slave market site where arabs traded slaves to India and Arabia, the Freedom Grounds, Islamic and German graves, ancient mosques and traditional houses. One will also see the streets carpet makers, woodcarvers, basket weavers, painters and other artisans sell a wide variety of hand made cultural items.

Usambara Mountains

Lushoto is located on the beautiful Usambara mountains. This tour which has gained immense popularity over the recent years was recently highlighted in the Lonely Planet guide book. You can enjoy the following with a guided trek through the Usambara Mountains.
- A visit to superb viewpoints on the edge of the Mountains including the extremely popular Irente Viewpoint
- Hikes through dense natural forests and along small tumbling rivers
- Horse riding and Mountain-biking
- A view into the history and daily life of Wasambaa farmers
Chance to embark on a traditional medicine expedition where you can collect herbs and plants and prepare natural medicines with the help of a traditional healer

Moshi

The small town of Moshi is pleasant and peaceful and used mostly as a base for trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro.
What to see:

Moshi is a Tanzanian town with a population of 144,739 (2002 census). The town is situated on the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro, a volcanic mountain which is the highest mountain in Africa.

Moshi is home to the Chagga and Maasai tribes. The city comprises two major roads, based around the central reference point of clock tower, the north-south road to Tanga and Dar es Salaam and an east-west road to Arusha

- Londoressi Forest Glades
- Mwariko Art Gallery
- Mweka Wildlife Museum
- Nyumba ya Mungu Dam

Tanga

Tanga is a peaceful town with a semi-colonial feel to it. Various excursions can be organized from here.
What to see:
- Amboni Caves
- Tongoni Ruins
Bagamoyo
Bagamoyo, a small town 75 km, north of Dar, has much to attract the visitor. In the 18th and 19th Centuries, it was an important trade centre and later became the last stop before slaves were transported to Zanzibar.
What to see:
- Museum
- Kaole Ruins
- Beaches

Pemba

Known as "Green Island", the lush, tropical island of Pemba is charming and enchanting. clove plantations, rice fields, hilly terrains, green valleys and palm-fringed beachesmake it a land of variety and contrasts. The Pemba channel offers excellent opportunities for fishing and diving.
What to see:
- Chwaka Ruins
- Haruni Sites
- The old site tumbe
- Mazrui site
- Ras Mkumbuu Ruins
- Msuka Mjini Ruins
- Kichokochwe Ruins
- Mkame Ndume/Pujini Ruins
- Misali Island
- Ngezi Forest
- Virgin Grave
- Beaches