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PLANNING YOUR SAFARI
We can assist you with any and all aspects of your trip. Whether you are traveling alone or with family and friends, we can make all of your travel and safari arrangements. Simply tell us how long you would like to stay, the number of people in your trip party, the approximate dates of your trip, and any special destination requests or needs. We will recommend a trip to meet your requirements and give you the cost per person.
| The following are some answers to frequently asked questions. |
| Safari Transport: |
| Ground transport in Tanzania is provided in safe, specially-equipped safari vehicles with roof hatches for wildlife observation and photography. These vehicle are rugged enough to travel easily cross-country, but still remain comfortable. Five to six participant normally travel in each vehicle and the vehicles are driven by professional safari driver/guides. |
| Deposits and Final Payments: |
| A deposit of US$500 with the complete reservation form is required. Final payment of the land fee is due 60 days prior to departure. |
| Cancellation and Refunds: |
| The initial deposit for the safari is refundable up to 60 days before departure, less a US$ 150 handling fee. Between 60 and 30 days before departure, 50% of the safari cost will be refunded. Unless a suitable replacement is found, there will be no refunds for any cancellation within 30 days of departure. There are no refunds for any unused meals, accommodations or other safari activities. For tours which include both land cost and airfare, cancellation fees apply to the entire cost. |
| Insurance: |
| All participants are strongly advised to secure Travel Insurance for accident, sickness, emergency medical, baggage and trip cancellation. We recommend paying the nominal fee for the services of the Flying Doctors. We will provide you this information. |
| Getting to Tanzania: |
| There are plenty of flights from the United States and Europe to Tanzania. Most people fly into Dar Es Salaam but there are also international flights to Kilimanjaro International airport, near Arusha, and to Zanzibar. Airlines serving Tanzania are Air Tanzania, Aeroflot, Air Zimbabwe, Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Gulf Air, Kenya Airways, KLM, Royal Swazi, Swiss Air, Alliance Air and Zambia Airways. |
| Getting Around: |
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Air Tanzania has regular flights between main towns. There are three main railway lines in Tanzania - The northern central and the two Tazara lines. Trains are reliable and comfortable. There are three classes. The sole point of entry into Tanzania by rail is from Zambia, on the TANZAM railway. Tanzania can be reached via Lake Tanganyika, Lake Victoria and the Indian ocean. The steamship MV Liemba runs scheduled services from Burundi and Zambia across Lake Tanganyika to Kigoma. Lake Victoria offers a ferry service between Mwanza and Bukoba in Tanzania and Port Bell in Uganda. Ocean going liners link Dar Es Salaam and Mombasa in Kenya. The best way to enter Tanzania overland is from Kenya. Road conditions vary. |
| Health: |
| A yellow fever vaccination certificate is essential if arriving from yellow fever infected areas. Malaria exists below 1,800m in Malignant falciparum form. Your public health authorities can advise you on the shots and pills you will need for your trip. Private health insurance is recommended and we will help you obtain a temporary Flying Doctors membership (US$ 25 for two months) as it is essential in the unlikely event emergency medical service is required. |
| Visas: |
| Visas are required by all - except citizens of Commonwealth and Scandinavian countries and the Republic of Ireland. Visas are obtainable from Tanzanian embassies or at port of entry. The visa fee depends on the type of passport held. A visitor's pass is required for all travelers. This pass can be obtained free from any Tanzanian diplomatic mission or point of entry. It is advisable to get one before you leave home. |
| Immigration and customs: |
| An onward ticket and sufficient funds are required when entering Tanzania. |
| Airport Tax: |
| An airport tax of US$ 20 must be paid in cash (US$) on departure. |
| Currency: |
| The Tanzania shilling is equivalent to 100 cents. Bureaux de change offer favourable exchange rates. Credit Cards - Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX are accepted at the larger hotels around the country. There is no limit on the importation of foreign currency. |
| Banking Hours: |
| Monday to Friday 08:30 hrs to 03:00 pm and Saturday 08:30 to 11:30 hrs. Some banks and bureaux de change open until 16:00 hrs. |
| Electricity: |
| The local electricity supply is 230 volts, 50 cycles AC. |
| Time: |
| Three hours ahead of GMT. |
| Language: |
| The official languages are Swahili and English and there are more than 120 tribal vernaculars. |
| Religions: |
| Muslim, Hindu, Christian and traditional beliefs. |
