Close your eyes and conjure up the quintessential image of Africa: the wildebeest migration along an infinite savannah; the incongruous snow of Mt Kilimanjaro; proud Masai warrior tribes; exotic beaches along the spice islands of Zanzibar. Now look no further - its all here in Tanzania.

Humble Tanzania is where the myth of Africa comes to life. Throngs of wildlife roam free in sprawling national parks, fishermen still plough the turquoise waters off Tanzanias coast in traditional wooden sailboats, and pristine beaches lie in wait for the sun-worshipping crowd. Best of all, Tanzania has seen little of the strife that has afflicted other African nations, meaning that all its treasures are tantalisingly accessible.

Tanzania boasts the most impressive National Parks and game reserves in all of Africa. The plains and savannahs of Serengeti National Park are considered the premiere spot on the continent to see wildlife up close. Nearby, the crater bottom of Ngorongoro National Park lies packed thick with wildebeest, gazelle, zebra, lions, leopards, cheetahs and even the elusive white rhino. Not to be forgotten, the Selous Game Reserve is larger than Switzerland.

Tanzanias coastline, known as the Swahili Coast, was a favoured stop on ancient trading routes between the Indian sub-continent and the Middle-East. Spices, jewels and slaves once passed through, bringing with them a melange of cultural riches that remain today. The language of Swahili was born here, and old mosques, coral palaces and pearly-white beaches still remain.

A mountain that needs no introduction is Mt Kilimanjaro, snow-capped and standing as Africas tallest mountain at 5,895m (19,341ft). Open for climbing to those with energy and time on their hands, the week-long ascent is one of Africas most challenging achievements.Tanzania is home to over 120 different ethnic groups and takes pride in its multicultural heritage. The tall, red-robed Masai are the best known of Tanzanias people and are easily visited as part of a safari itinerary.

Tanzania Public holiday

09/12 Independence and Republic Day
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
01/01 New Year's Day
12/01 Zanzibar Revolution Day
15/02 Birth of the Prophet
22/04 Good Friday
25/04 Easter Monday
26/04 Union Day
01/05 International Labour Day
07/07 Saba Saba (Industry's Day)
08/08 Nane Nane (Farmer's Day)
30/08 Eid al-Fitr (Ramadan)
14/10 Nyerere Day
06/11 Eid al-Adha
09/12 Independence and Republic Day
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
01/01 New Year's Day
12/01 Zanzibar Revolution Day
04/02 Birth of the Prophet
06/04 Good Friday
09/04 Easter Monday
26/04 Union Day
01/05 International Labour Day
07/07 Saba Saba (Industry's Day)
08/08 Nane Nane (Farmer's Day)
19/08 Eid al-Fitr (Ramadan)
14/10 Nyerere Day
26/10 Eid al-Adha
09/12 Independence and Republic Day
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day

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