On our way to Karatu, we stopped by to visit with Daniel, an Iraqw tribal elder. He's a plethora of information on not only Tanzanian history and tribal cultures, but also of U.S. and world history as it relates to the independence and development of his peaceful country. We had a delightful afternoon learning about everything from marriage customs to how to build a methane system to power your rural home!
We arrived to herds of elephants streaming by the vehicles on the way to the river for water; bulls, momma's and many little ones. They were all of different colors from the various dust or mud baths that they had been participating in.
The team was a lucky one on many counts, Kudu, Oryx, and even a zebra lion kill. Tarangire, my favorite park, may we come back often to visit your wonders.
Off to Karatu and some visits to the local people next, stay tuned...
Our first day in Arusha with Agness and her daughter Happiness. We walked through town to a shop with so much fabric that it was fun deciding which ones to buy. Then back to her tailor shop for directions on skirts, shirts, napkins, tablecloths and so much more. We'll pick up the unique creations at the end, on our way out of town. Off to Tarangire National Park!
Hello everyone! I've finally gotten around to starting a blog and more information online about my safaris. I'll be sending every few days (hopefully), as we progress through Northern Tanzania. A short one to get us started...
We landed in the evening at Kilimanjaro Int'l Airport and enjoyed a very welcome night at Arumeru River Lodge. Lovely grounds with the smallest antelope the Dik Dik as well as so many beautiful birds. Off to join the reveling safari goers, more later.
