1. What
kind of safari vehicles are you using?
We only use Jeeps (Land
Rovers and Cruisers) on our safaris, in both, Tanzania
and Kenya. Unlike other safari companies, we do not use
minivans/minibuses like many other Companies do.
2. Can
I take my children on safari?
YES! Our company has a personal understanding and
deep commitment to meeting the special needs of
families. Our trips are well suited for children. We
have designed our unique family safari programs to allow
you and your children to experience the wonders of
Africa together. Please outline your particular family’s
interests, so that we can incorporate them. You and
your family will have a unique opportunity to deepen
your understanding of cultural diversity, discover the
many miracles of nature, and at the same time play,
laugh, and enjoy the pleasure of one another.
3. Are
you going to pair me with another traveler(s)?
No, our trips are all
PRIVATE:
However we can arrange that
on special request
4. Can you smoke when you are on safari?
Due to a variety of factors
smoking is not permitted in our safari vehicles.
However, regular stops can be arranged for you to enjoy
your cigarette.
5. How much luggage can I take on
safari?
If your safari does not
include an internal flight, then you can take up to 60
or 80 pounds of luggage per person. If your safari
includes internal flights, most of the local flights
would have a luggage weight limit of 45 pounds per
traveler including a carry on luggage.
Please note: You will have
to pay for Extras luggage on internal flight
6. What kind of clothes do I need?
We recommend comfortable
and casual clothes. Stay with neutral colors. Avoid blue
colors when in Western Serengeti & Tarangire as they
tend to attract tsetse flies more. Note that, even
during summer, Ngorongoro Crater might be a little cold,
hence a sweater and trousers recommended there.
7. Do you accommodate people with
dietary restrictions?
Yes we do. Places you will be staying at offers
different kind of food, from vegetarians to
non-vegetarians. Let us know your dietary requirements
in advance.
8. Can I get a visa upon arrival?
As visa regulations may change anytime, we recommend you
contact the Tanzania and/or Kenya embassy for the most
updated information.
9. What immunizations / shots are
required?
Currently, there is no any immunizations/shots that is
mandatory to have in order to get into East Africa
(Tanzania/Kenya/Uganda) [unless prior to your arrival
you go through countries that are infected with yellow
fever/cholera or other diseases]. However for accurate
and most updated info please visit the respective
embassies for all countries you plan on visiting.
10. Would you recommend Malaria
Medication?
Yes, because its very common in East Africa.
Among
recommended tables for this are Malarone and Larium. We
also recommend insect repellents in addition to the
above. Also, try to get away from all bugs (especially
tsetse flies in some areas in Tarangire and Western
Serengeti) while on the safari that might bother you.
11. How soon do I have to book your
tour?
We recommend at least 6~9 months before the day you plan
to start a safari. However, the earlier the better.
12.
Do you customize a tour?
Yes, we do! Let us know your needs and we will deliver
it.
13.
What is the migration?
Animal Migration in East Africa refers to the movement
of animals between Serengeti and Mara parks.
In late
May / early June wildebeests and zebras begin their
annual migration from western Serengeti thru the
northern Serengeti to the Mara crossing the Mara river.
They reach Maasai Mara park sometime in mid July /early
August depending on rain endings.
After the short rains in the month of November, the
herds move back into Serengeti and make their way to the
southern pastures where they rest and feed through the
rains until their search for better grazing leads them
back north in their annual migration once again.
For a map that shows the
migration, click
here
14.
When is the wildebeests / zebras calving season?
This occurs in late January
~ mid March, with thousands of them born daily within
that time frame. This happens frequently in southern
Serengeti.
15.
What is the whether like in East Africa?
Generally, typical temp in
East Africa is as follows:
Mid March ~May and November:
Rainy season
June and July:
Cold weather, with about 60~70 and 50~60 degrees
Fahrenheit as day time and night time temps,
respectively.
August ~October,
and December
~February: Warm and dry, with temp in about 75~88
and 70~80 degrees Fahrenheit as day and night times
temps, respectively.
16.
Do you recommend Travel Insurance?
Yes, we highly recommend
travel insurance. Health
and the usual travel insurance are recommended. Ensure
your travel insurance package
includes cancellation or curtailment of the safari,
emergency evacuation expenses, medical expenses, and
repatriation expenses, damage/theft/loss of personal
baggage, money and goods.
