East Africa (Multi Country Guide)
by Mary Fitzpatrick, Tom Parkinson, Nick Ray
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Author: Mary Fitzpatrick, Nick Ray, Tom ParkinsonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2006-06-01
ISBN: 1741042860
Number of pages: 672
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Book Reviews of East Africa (Multi Country Guide)
Book Review: Just ok, a bit out of date
Summary: 3 Stars
I'm planning a trip to Tanzania, and though this book has some useful information, much of it is out of date. A couple of the websites recommended for safaris are obsolete. That, along with the fact that they mention how to take care of film for your camera (in the 2007 edition of this book), makes me question the freshness of any of the information. Things I would have like more information on:
- Tips on how to get a good airfare from the USA
- Voltages used (so I know what type of plug to bring for my digital camera)
- More detailed information on how to book safaris and/or mountain treks.
I'm glad I bought it because I didn't know anything before I started reading it, but this book could have been significantly better.
Summary of East Africa (Multi Country Guide)
Plan the African adventure of a lifetime with Lonely Planet's best-selling guide to East Africa; expanded coverage, from the foothills of Kilimanjaro to the volcanoes of eastern Congo; the best and most unusual places to stay from Zanzibar beach resorts to luxury tented safaris; insightful coverage of the peoples of the region; colour wildlife guide and up-to-the-minute information on gorilla trekking and safaris for all budgets; 120 easy-to-use maps.Covers: Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania
Get A Glimpse of wonderous wildlife with our 16-page color animal-spotting guide and dedicated Safaris and Mountain Gorillas chapters.
Go Your Own Way with our coverage of Rwanda, Burundi and eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Get Active - detailed information on activities airborne, on-ground or underwater.
Get The Bacground - in-depth discussion of East Africa's poignant history, cultures and environment.
Hit The Road - detailed transport information and 120 user-friendly maps shows you where to go.
From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.
Considered the Bible of East African travel, this LP guide offers useful critiques of places to eat and stay--from camping and cooking your own grub to offerings in high-end hotels; advises you on how to choose an organized safari or plan your own; provides national park essentials; offers details on Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Kenya treks; and will get you interacting with the locals by way of its helpful Swahili language section. With useful background on the region's diverse people, cultures, and politics, the book also contains an excellent 32-page color wildlife guide with creatures ranging from bongos to baboons. --Kathryn True
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