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Lake Fishing in East Africa written by ian williamson
After a big storm I have seen people body surfing with waves sometimes reaching up to six meters. This is for the enthusiast only - I think - as I have tried to body surf but buoyancy was a problem for me in the fresh water.

Rubondo Island National Park Tanzania written by ian williamson
The eastern shore of Lake Victoria is only a few kilometers from the Serengeti. The best way to get to this island is by charter plane and is a thirty minute flight from Mwanza. This island is a real paradise with the African adventure starting as the light aircraft lands on the grass airstrip, sometimes animals will have to be cleared off the runway. The island is striking in its greenness and the whistles of the African Grey parrot echoing in the forest, truly you have landed in an African paradise. There are only two vehicles on the island and one tented camp.

Responsible travel does not necessitate having to squat in a mud hut whilst being forced-fed boiled grass. written by ian williamson
Many visitors come and leave Tanzania without knowing that they are able to help the communities to which they visit. The poverty is so great, the corruption out of control the mission appears insurmountable; a task, we think, that should be left to the international charities who know best

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