Wish You Were Here: On safari in Tanzania

Our intrepid readers have traveled far and wide in recent months, from the islands of the Galapagos to the shores of Easter Island and “Lord of the Rings” locations in New Zealand, sharing their stories and practical tips along the way.

Now, a San Jose family is sharing their safari adventures.

Wish You Were Here

TANZANIA: San Jose residents Julianne, Alison and mom Anita Phagan recently traveled to Tanzania with their friends Steve and Karen Brandon of Livermore and Anne Ortiz of Milpitas. Their sightseeing stops included the Ngorongoro Crater and several national parks. Tanzania “is truly the heart of humanity!” Anita says. “And the animals in their protected national parks are simply breathtaking. We were lucky enough to see a rhinoceros here, as well as all the Big Five — and even some of the Little Five, like the Leopard Tortoise.”

TRAVEL TIPS: “We recommend looking at maps of the animals’ movements: late August is drier and animals follow the rivers and water spots. Wildebeest are already north into Kenya. But Tanzania offered a massive variety of birds and animals.”

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