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Myths Regarding Travel to East Africa

"The more civilized we are, the deeper our fears. We fear that in the process of becoming civilized, we have abandoned, in the age of barbarism, something that belongs to beauty, something that belongs to the joy of life."Jack London, in The Call of the Wild, expresses


As a child, I watched "The Lion King" and was captivated by the untamed grassland beneath the Glory Stone, the largest land of Mubasha—the unending, self-repeating nature. Africa was an impossible goal of mine at the time.

Map of Africa highlighting East Africa within a transparent circle, with a tourist wearing a backpack standing on the right side, facing the map. A red arrow points to the East African region, emphasizing exploration and focus on the area

When I arrived in Africa, I experienced the complete opposite of reality; all of my anxieties disappeared as I was welcomed with open arms by the people of the green environment. In this post, I will attempt to dispel common misconceptions about East Africa.


1.Mosquito populations are especially abundant in East Africa.

Close-up of a mosquito resting on a green leaf with a blurred natural background, emphasizing the intricate details of the insect and its environment.

The fact is that mosquitoes are few and we are rarely bitten by them.


2.The hotels must be in poor state because East Africa is so impoverished.

Exterior view of the Crowne Plaza Hotel Nairobi at night, beautifully illuminated with warm lighting, showcasing its modern architectural design surrounded by well-maintained greenery

False! All countries have a large number of hotels with several stars, excellent hardware and software, clean and well-maintained rooms, unique African features, and excellent management and service. Beckham had a big family on vacation a while back, east African countries have been upscale travel destinations for Europeans and Americans for about 50 years.


3.Travel to East Africa is cheap

In the off-season, however, the cost performance is quite strong and the price will be significantly lower.

Traveling to East Africa is actually very expensive. The governments of Kenya and Tanzania impose hefty taxes and fees on the tourism sector, which makes things like hotels, scenic tickets, and chartered buses costly. In addition to the high cost of running and maintaining hotels on grasslands, the most opulent accommodations are frequently the first tent hotels on grasslands. In the off-season, however, the cost performance is quite strong and the price will be significantly lower.


4.East Africa is scorching hot.

A man in a white shirt wiping sweat from his face with a towel under a bright, sunny sky, illustrating the effects of heat and the importance of staying cool in hot weather

Summertime travel to Africa is a reality, not a joke! The East African Plateau has a savannah environment and an average elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level. The average yearly temperature is 20 degrees, the height is high, and the temperature is low. The majority of the day is cool and pleasant, and the weather is similar to Kunming. Use hot water bottles at night because it is colder in the craters and grasslands.


Which season is ideal for travel to East Africa ?

There are only two distinct seasons in Kenya and Tanzania: the dry season and the rainy season. Hotel rates are particularly low during the two rainy seasons of the year, which are from the end of March to mid-June and from the end of October to early December. December through March and July through September are the busiest travel seasons. Because of the annual animal migration, which occurs during this time, and the thousands of antelopes, zebras, and wildebeests that migrate north from Tanzania to cross the Mara River to the Masai Mara in Kenya, July through September is the most expensive time of year to stay at a hotel.


How should my trip be planned?

There are several national parks and reserves in several countries, each offering a unique location to explore. For instance, flamingos may be seen in Kenya's Lake Boglia, five species that are uncommon elsewhere can be found in Samburu National Reserve, and the greatest place to see Mount Kilimanjaro is in Amboseli National Park. It can be added to or withdrawn from the classic loop based on the places of interest.



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