Northern Tanzania

Series details

£13.99

This tightly focused guide reflects the area that is most popularly toured by first-time visitors to Tanzania. Expanding on the relevant detail of Philip Briggs' full Bradt guide to Tanzania it also incorporates specific coverage of the wildlife and natural history of the region plus extra environmental information, making it the indispensable companion to a safari in northern Tanzania's renowned national parks, the physical challenge of climbing Kilimanjaro, and the relaxation of Zanzibar.
There are also in-depth information on how to organize a safari, the best accommodation in every price bracket, from luxury lodges to simple hotels and hostels, and a language section with KiSwahili and Maa, the Maasai dialect. The guide includes 16 pages of colour photos and 17 maps.

Philip Briggs is a travel writer and tour leader specialising in Africa. He is the author of many acclaimed Bradt guidebooks: Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania and Uganda and is co-author of Rwanda. His articles have been published in numerous well-known journals and newspapers, including Travel Africa and Africa Geographic.

About this series:
Comprehensive guides for adventurous travellers wanting to explore destinations off the beaten track, written mostly by single authors. Highlighting culture and natural history, these are predominantly practical guides accentuating responsible tourism. Straightforward information is given for all aspects of independent travel in a region, with discerning advice on places to stay and eat. Clear, simple town plans and other sketch maps are included.