With Tanzania’s endless scenic landscapes and Kenya’s impressive national parks, East Africa has a lot to offer to its tourists!
Tanzania is one of the earliest inhabited regions on Earth. Scientists have found fossil remains of various species dating back 2 million years! Travellers and merchants from all over the world would travel to this East African coast, giving it the rich culture that it has today.
Kenya is also home to numerous national parks and endless wildlife. April is generally a wet month in East Africa, which means everything will become a lot cheaper this month! Here’s why you should visit East Africa in April:
Watch one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World”
Over the wild and huge plains of Tanzania, you get to see millions of wildebeests and zebras migrate from Serengeti to the Masai Mara in Kenya. The Great Migration of Serengeti has been termed by USA Today as one of the “Seven New Wonders of the World.”
In April, the Great Migration just crosses Serengeti, so it’s a great time to watch the migration in full action! Take a step out of your everyday routine and book a trip to Tanzania this April to witness the amazing wildlife interactions! You can also go on a hot air balloon trip in Serengeti!
The Great Migration Serengeti, Image Source: YellowZebraSafaris.Com
Explore Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park should be on your checklist once you arrive in Tanzania. You can make fun picnic plans in the park, take forest walks or go on a 3 to 4-day climb to Mount Meru (if you’re up for it.) April is the best time to observe migratory birds in Arusha and it’s off-season so the park won’t be overcrowded as well!
Visit Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara’s beauty is at its peak in April when the scenery is lush green! Migratory birds are also found in this season. Wildlife viewing is great throughout the year. You can spot tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeests and zebras!
Get stunned by the beauty of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area provides excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year. So, what makes the month of April special? Well, you can get accommodation here for half the price in April! That’s because April is considered off-peak season! Get a lodge as close to the rim as you can for half the price.
The vegetation is lush green in April. Moreover, this is also a great time for viewing migratory birds! Beware of thunderstorms and make sure you check the weather forecast before planning your trip here in April!
Ngorongoro Conservation
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Visit Tarangire National Park
Although not excellent for wildlife viewing in April, Tarangire is a great place for birdwatching! The rates are also considerably less in April so you’ll get to see the park at much lower rates! It’s home to over 500 species of birds, which include Yellow-collared lovebird, tawny eagle and ashy starling.
Wander the streets of Stone Town in April
Stone Town is a city in Zanzibar Island, Tanzania, that is full of mystery and allure. The best way to start your tour in this town is to just wander in its narrow streets and absorb the beauty and distinct architecture. You can also check out the amazing art galleries there that sell vibrant African oil paintings.
Explore the churches and mosques and taste delicious local street food while doing so. If you go to their beach, don’t forget to check out the Old Fort right next to it which is dated back to the 18th century. April is one of the best months to visit Stone Town because the temperature is moderate, not too high and not too low!
Stone Town Zanzibar Streets
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Explore Arusha and Dar es Salaam in April
If you want to explore the cities of Tanzania, then April is the best month to visit because accommodation costs are the lowest this month! Moreover, the cities aren’t populated or overcrowded by tourists, so you’ll have a great time!
Observe Tinga-tinga paintings that are made from enamel paints. Check out the amazing sculptures made by local artists. Treat your taste buds with the delicious Swahili cuisine. The food is mostly spicy and they use a lot of coconut milk, which is great for health.
Amboseli National Park in April
The Amboseli National Park in Kenya is one of the most popular national parks of East Africa. If you visit the Amboseli National Park in April, you’ll get to observe many migratory birds, including common redshank, African swamphen, yellow-necked spurfowl and spike-heeled lark! After the rain spells in April, you can get a clear view of Kilimanjaro from this park. Moreover, the Park’s scenery is also the prettiest in April!
Amboseli National Park Overseeing Mount Kilimanjaro
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Check out the wildlife at the Masai Mara National Reserve
The Masai Mara National Reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, including April, despite it being the wet season. You can spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, lions, black rhinos, zebras, cheetahs, hyenas and even African wild dogs!
April is also the best time to see the animals giving birth, and you get to see a lot of newborns as well. There are lots of flowers blooming at the Reserve during this month and migratory birds also arrive!
Lake Nakuru National Park in April
Wildlife viewing is excellent at Lake Nakuru National Park throughout the year, including April. You can spot giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, white rhinos and occasionally, black rhinos, lions, leopards and cheetahs as well! You’ll also get to see a lot of newborns if you visit the Park in April.
Rhinos at Nakuru National Park
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Visit Diani Beach
The exquisite beach of Diani stretches up to a length of 11 miles. The mushy, powdery sand, jade-coloured water and the crispy sun of April make it an amazing spot for relaxing. Outdoor sports like jet skiing and skydiving are also available along with hip beach bars and restaurants for the ultimate holiday experience.
So, what are you waiting for?
Visit Kenya and Tanzania and have a fun-filled and adventurous April! You can book flights to East Africa by visiting our “Flights” section to get the cheapest rates!
