7 Reasons Why Tanzania
is a Perfect Romantic Getaway
As soon as the sky starts
to turn pink, you know a gorgeous view awaits at the top of the hill. Just a
few more steps now.
All day you
and your loved one had explored Lake Manyara on a private tour: its colorful villages, hunter-gatherer tribes, and
surrounding wildlands. But now you're on the hunt—the hunt for a sunset.
She
squeezes your hand tight. This whole being-in-Africa-together thing
has really brought you closer. As you two reach the top of the hill, a sweeping
view of this ancient lakebed unfurls before you for miles, a canvas of blue and
pink and orange sky extending for hundreds of kilometres in every direction.
Your eyes water; your heart swells. The vastness of it all!
To your
surprise, a small table sits at the viewpoint arranged with clean linens, two
wine glasses, and a bottle of uncorked Chardonnay. Your guide stands there,
grinning and proud of his surprise. This moment, this country, and the two of
you: it couldn't get more romantic.
Here's Why Tanzania Might Be the World's Most Romantic
Place to Travel.
Fact: Couples who travel together, stay together. But how
about traveling with your lover, partner, husband or wife to Tanzania, one of
the wildest, most adventurous places on Earth?
If waking
up together at midnight to reach the 19,341-foot summit of Kilimanjaro spells
romance to you, read on. If romance to you is witnessing a cheetah run down a
lone gazelle during your morning Serengeti game drive, read on. And if you
define romance by taking a sunset dip together in the Indian Ocean before
indulging in a seafood dinner and drinks at your Zanzibar beach resort
(seriously, who doesn't?), read on.
Tanzania is
where couples go to take their love and commitment to the next level. To show
this, we're listing 7 love-stoking experiences that illustrate why this place
is the most romantic destination in the galaxy for the adventurous, go-big-or-go-home types
of lovers.
1. Ride in a Hot Air Balloon.
Ever thought a balloon could make you cry
with joy? Get ready because for each sunrise, hot air balloons take flight in the middle of the Serengeti National
Park. This opportunity is in a romantic class of its own. Looking out over the
never-ending beauty of the Serengeti (the name literally means "endless
plains" in Maasai)
is perhaps the most romantic thing anyone can do, anywhere. It's also a great
proposal venue; just don't drop the ring!
2. Overcome Africa's Highest Mountain.
Mount Kilimanjaro towers over the African
continent like a sleeping giant crowned in glaciers. For many, to hike up this
non-technical volcano is a life-bucket list experience. For couples it's a
unique experience that'll bring your invariably closer. To be in the elements
for a week (how long does it take?), to share a tent and support each other through
acclimatisation, all of it infuses your relationship with a deeper appreciation
for life and love—mountains tend to do that. Here are ten facts about
our beloved Kili.
3. Make a Bonfire in the Middle of the Serengeti
Taking your love to East Africa is truly the
stuff from Out of Africa.
It's the material movies are made of, the kind of romance you dream of. But
when your lover passes you the binoculars because she's spotted wagging warthog
tails in the bush, then you know this is real. This is living fully, true
shared experience. At the end of safari game drives, with Easy Travel you
return to drinks, dinner, hot tea, and even a prepared campfire set under a
trillion stars.
4. Access Cozy Accommodations for Any Budget
From basic offerings to luxury resorts,
safari accommodations are about as romantic as it gets. With Easy Travel you
can cozy up in your own private bush bungalow surrounded by a symphony of the
Serengeti. Here's a look at one of our recommended luxury camps, Camp, part of
the exclusive Asilia Collection. After a long day of wildlife viewing, take
refuge in style and comfort with the love of your life.
5. Navigate Colorful Markets and Tribal Crafts
Of the more than 120 official tribes in Tanzania, this cultural tapestry mirrors the rich biological
diversity found in this vast landscape. A great introduction to learning about
the interrelationships between people and place here is by spending time in the
village markets with your partner. You'll discover indigenous art and crafts,
handcrafted jewellery, fabrics and textiles to splash colour into your shared
life back home. Arusha is a great place to start. Here's a guide on what to do in Arusha.
6. Celebrate Your Love Through Food
One of the best ways to learn about another
person (and another culture) is through your stomach. Researchers have recently
found that eating the same foods together builds trust. In Tanzania you'll find trust-building cuisine ( Traditional Food Of Tanzania). You'll sample fine soups and meats, fresh vegetables
and fruits, and you'll never be too far away from the national staple ugali.
7. Enjoy World-Class Beaches, Snorkelling, and Scuba
Diving
At this point, the words Romance and Zanzibar are
practically interchangeable. This island paradise feeds off love, and for good
reason. With powdered sugar for beaches, turquoise warmth of an ocean, friendly
locals and flawless accommodations, take your loved one to Zanzibar and score
some mega points in the "I do" category (if that's what you're going
for…).
Bottom Line?
Go now. Pack a bag, grab your partner or
spouse's hand, and take a journey to Tanzania this year. Life is to be lived
fully, it's always better when shared, and it's best when shared in one of the
most wild and romantic destinations out there. So go now!
Special Valentine's Day Discount
Book selected tours from now until
Valentine's Day and take $200 off per person.
