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Flying Safaris in Tanzania with Coastal
Aviation Photo-above: Muguette
Goufrani (left) with Mangers Sean and Fiona Torrie,
and Mr. and Mrs. Zannuchi (right), owners of
Adventure Camps at Selous. We enjoyed Christmas
dinner with this wonderful group. Agenda:
Flights start daily from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar
to the Selous; then to Ruaha and finally to
Zanzibar - to shake of the dust on the pristine
palm fringed white beaches. Coastal
Aviation Tanzania and Coastal Travel Services are
"connecting the dots" of the diverse Tanzania
tourism product. Now travelers can more easily
combine the Southern and Northern circuits explore
the Spice Islands and Swahili culture of Zanzibar
or snorkel and dive in the coral-studded Marine
National Park in Mafia Island, all on the same
Safari. Coastal Aviation, developed
by Dar es Salaam-based Coastal Travel Ltd.,
pioneered scheduled flying safaris in Tanzania.
Coastal Director Nicola Colangelo, said that the
company has invested USD 10.5 million in new
aircraft alone. "Our flying safaris are so
successful because they offer the opportunity for
small parties and single persons to join an
adventure which otherwise would have been an
prohibitive cost." As Tanzania tourism is
expanding, Coastal Aviation created new safari
combinations that were never possible before. In
the next two years, Coastal will invest an
additional USD3 million in aircraft and USD million
in camps and lodges. About Selous
Impala A truly beautiful camp
located on the banks of the Rufiji River, in Selous
Game Reserve. There are just 6 beautifully
furnished en-suite tents at Selous Impala built on
platforms, giving superb views of the Rufiji River
and its wildlife. Set amidst Borassa Palms and
Tamarind Trees. The camp provides superb comfort
and wonderful wildlife. Hosted by the widely
experienced Sean and Fiona Torrie they will ensure
warmÊ hospitality and good food; dining under
the stars. Selous Impala has skilled
and knowledgeable guides who will lead the game
drives, boat trips, walking excursions and fly
camping, and ensure the best possible game viewing
experience. Opening officially for the
2004 season on 4th June, the Rate will be just $350
gross per person per night sharing, inclusive of
park fees, full board accommodation and two
activities. Coastal Aviation's flight
plans feature some first-time scheduled
combinations including: Arusha in the Northern
Circuit with Ruaha and the Selous in the South;
Ruaha, Katavi and Mahale; Rubondo Island and the
Serengeti; the Selous and Mafia Island. At the
World Travel Market in London this November,
Coastal Aviation launched an "Agent Friendly"
online booking system. Coastal Account Holding
Travel Agents will be able to plan and book the
entire safari itinerary, as well as confirm and
issue travel documents. Other agents and clients
will have access to the information but will not be
able to book online. Flying
Safari Specialist http://www.coastal.cc/ More links:
Observe
Wildlife from a boat http://www.selous.com/ |
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Our
Air Safari, which took place during the 10 days of
Christmas 2003, began with a seafood dinner on the
patio at one of my favorite places,
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Slipway
is one of several thriving enterprises developed by
Mr.
Colangelo
of Coastal Aviation , which among other activities,
provides tours and air safaris to the Swahili
Coast, National Parks and Game Reserves. By the
time a week had passed, Africa Travel
