About East Africa
East Africa is endowed with a unique combination of tourist attractions that embody tropical beaches, abundant wildlife in natural habitats, scenic beauty and imagination stirring geographical diverse landscape that reward the senses, stimulate the intellect and enliven the spirit.
Lakes
The Lakes in East Africa are either freshwater lakes or salty water lakes. For instance, Lake Victoria which is shared by Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda, is the second-largest freshwater lake in the world.
Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania, also a freshwater lake, is the second deepest lake in East Africa and the longest freshwater lake in the world.
Coastal Towns
Coastal towns in East Africa are rich in culture, festivities and rich history. These towns are located on the Kenyan and Tanzanian Coast. They include Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu and Zanzibar.
National Parks
National Parks in the East Africa destination are unique and diverse. Activities that travellers can partake in the destination include enjoying wildlife tours, boating experience, bird watching, mountain and rock climbing in some mountain parks.
The Masai Mara and Serengeti national parks are famously known for the critical role they play during the Greatest Wildebeest Migration ( also known as the 7th seventh wonder of the world ) – whereby millions of wildebeests and thousands of zebra migrate from Tanzania to Kenya in search of water and greener pastures.
Did you know one of Africa’s most ancient rainforests can be found in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda? Did you also know tracking gorillas in Uganda is the nation’s most sought-after tourist activity and requires booking in advance? All in all, East Africa is a charming destination that awaits your discovery whether you are a first-time or a well-seasoned traveller.
