Dear Readers,
Welcome to the 2009 edition of the Tanzania
Travel and Tourism Directory. This vital
reference guide on Tanzania continues to
provide a wealth of information to both the
domestic and international tourism industry.
Over the past 20 years, Tanzania has emerged
to be one of Africa’s most dynamic and
popular travel destinations. Its lands
encompass a staggering natural variety
complemented by the innate hospitality of
the people residing in there.
Major improvements in air access, new luxury
hotels, improved infrastructure in terms of
quality road networks roads on safari
circuits are some of the critical factors
contributing to Tanzania tourism
development.
In conjunction with this development, nature
conservation has formed a significant part
in Tanzania’s tourism. The industry’s
mission is to develop sustainable quality
tourism that is ecologically friendly to the
conservation of natural habitats and as
applicable, restoration of the environment
in view of the ecological systems as well as
its people’s culture. Undoubtedly, these
initiatives will see benefits for the
present and future generations of mankind,
as well as efficiently providing high-class
tourism products and services.
On behalf of the Tourism Confederation of
Tanzania we welcome everyone to enjoy this
country ‘s rich and wild natural
attractions. Stretching from the Indian
Ocean coastline studded with
postcard-perfect beaches, to the millions of
wilderbeast migrating across the plains of
the Serengeti Game Park Karibu Tanzania.
Hon. Shamsa Selengia Mwangunga (MP)
Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism |
