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Practical, honest advice from our team in Arusha: when to go, visas, health, money, packing and life on safari in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Zanzibar.
Good planning makes a great trip. These guides answer the questions our guests ask most often, from choosing the right month to what to pack and how much to tip.
They are written by our own team in Arusha, who travel these parks and mountains every season. Rules on visas, health and insurance can change, so we always confirm the latest requirements with you when you book.
3 min readBest Time to Visit: Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda & ZanzibarMonth-by-month advice on the dry and green seasons, the Great Migration, gorilla trekking and the best beach weather in East Africa.Read the guide3 min readPassports & Visas (incl. East African Tourist Visa)Passport validity, Tanzania e-visas, Kenya's eTA, Uganda e-visas and how the East Africa Tourist Visa works (and why it does not cover Tanzania).Read the guide2 min readHealth, Vaccinations & MalariaVaccinations, yellow fever certificates, malaria prevention, altitude and staying healthy on safari and Kilimanjaro.Read the guide2 min readWhat to Pack & ClothingA practical safari and beach packing list: clothing for cool mornings and hot afternoons, colours to avoid, luggage limits on light aircraft and modesRead the guide2 min readMoney, Currency & TippingTanzanian shillings and US dollars, ATMs and cards, carrying cash on safari and how much to tip guides, crew and lodge staff.Read the guide2 min readGetting There & AroundInternational airports, domestic and bush flights, road travel on safari, ferries to Zanzibar and crossing between Tanzania and Kenya.Read the guide1 min readSafety & SecurityHow safe Tanzania is for travellers, common-sense tips in towns, safety around wildlife and what we do to keep you safe.Read the guide1 min readTravel InsuranceWhy travel insurance is required for every trip, what your policy must cover, Kilimanjaro altitude cover, and the compulsory government insurance for Read the guide1 min readElectricity, Communication & TimePlugs and voltage, charging on safari, mobile networks and SIM cards, Wi-Fi in lodges and the time zone in East Africa.Read the guide1 min readFood, Drinks & WaterWhat you will eat on safari, drinking water, alcohol, dietary needs and tips to avoid an upset stomach.Read the guide2 min readAge Policy, Wild Animals, On Safari & Guide ReplacementChildren on safari and age rules, how to behave around wild animals, getting the most from game drives, and what happens if your guide cannot continueRead the guide2 min readFAQQuick answers to the questions travellers ask us most about safaris, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, vehicles, accommodation and tipping.Read the guide
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