How to avoid being scammed when planning your Tanzania safari online

To avoid get scammed when planning a Tanzania safari online, get in contact with a professional safari company that has stood the test of time. Contact a registered Tanzanian safari company especially those recognized by the TAWA.

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At Encounter Africa safaris, we are glad to organize Tanzania safaris for our esteemed clients an activity we are proudly doing for over 10 years.  Our Experience in planning African safaris has given us an upper hand and lessons overtime that we have learnt to do our best and turn our client’s adventure dreams into a reality.

The great wildebeest migration from Serengeti National Park to Masai Mara National Reserve is the foremost safari activity in Tanzania although its is seasonal. The great wildebeest migration is one of the 8 natural wonders where millions of animals both carnivores and herbivores take every year.

Tanzania is a game rich destination some compare it with the garden of Eden because of the so many chances of spotting a variety of resident wild animals.

At Encounter Africa safaris, we can work with you to plan and tailor a Tanzania safari according to your needs and budget, avail advise on the Tanzania safari where necessary, do ground work for you according to your budget.

What Activities to Do On Safari in Tanzania.

Game Safaris in Tanzania

Tanzania is on the top tier of the best game safari destinations in Africa. The Serengeti National Park stands out as the top safari destination of Tanzania with chances od spotting the big five and several other wild animals in their natural setting. Other Tanzania safari destinations include Ngorongoro conservation area, Tarangire National Park, Ruaha National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Nyerere National Park and more.

Some of the resident animals in Tanzania National parks include zebras, gazelles, elephants, cape buffaloes, waterbucks, bush bucks, oribi, rhinos, leopards, lions, hyenas, cheetahs and more. Not all these wild animals can be seen in one game park but some are special to particular parks.

Driving on the tracks through the savannah plains of the game parks in Tanzania is relaxing and positioning yourself at a spot in the park gives you chance to enjoy most moments in the game parks as they unfold.

Birding Safari in Tanzania

Birding in Tanzania is unmatched as the country hosts over 1000 bird species with 29 endemics. Tanzania has a number of birding destinations but you can get the best of them when you organize the right Tanzania birding Itinerary. Some of the birding destinations in Tanzania include Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Ruaha National Park, Usambara Mountain

Some of the birds to see on Tanzania birding safari include Gulls, Terns, Buttonquails, Jacanas, Painted snipes, Cuckoos, Turacos, Pigeons, Flamingos, ostriches, geese, Guineafowl, Grey crowned Cranes, Kori Bustard and more. Having the company of a professional and experienced birding guide is recommended for better results on your Tanzania birding safari.

Chimpanzee Trekking In Tanzania

Tanzania hosts about 700 chimpanzees living in forests including Gombe Stream National Park and Mahale Mountain National Park. The Jane Goodall Institute manages the Gombe National Park chimpanzees and these communities are fully habituated and open to the public.

You can do early morning or afternoon chimpanzee trekking adventure but you need to book a chimpanzee trekking permit in advance because their supply is restricted for the day. This is to minimize on the number of visitors in the forest each day.

Water activities on Tanzania Safari

Tanzania has a coastline it shares with the Indian Ocean and Zanzibar Island is part of the country too. From Dar El Salaam, you can engage in a number of water activities including boat cruise, beach walks, scuba diving, Kayaking, snorkeling, swimming and more.

Zanzibar Island is one of the amazing Islands where tourists and those wishing to get away from the normal routine of life can spend time. While at Zanzibar Island, there are several activities you can be part of including, water horse riding, boat cruise, snorkeling, scuba diving, visit the slave collection centers, spice markets and more.

Hiking Mountain Kilimanjaro in Tanzania

Hiking mountain Kilimanjaro a single block mountain with an ice top is amazing and you can get to its top with the help of a guide. Mountain Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa with its highest peak called Uhuru at a height of 5,895 meters.

Hiking mountain Kilimanjaro requires having the right mountaineering gears and in case you reach a point while going up and you feel sick do not force yourself to continue but get back down.

Cultural Experience on Tanzania Safari

Tanzania has diverse cultures which you can enjoy when you take a cultural tour in this country. The common local language spoken by the people of Tanzania is Kiswahili so expect language barrier in some places but you can hire an interpreter.

Some of the activities that you can enjoy during cultural safari in Tanzania include local food preparations, traditional attire fitting and more. You may receive cultural shock in some places of Tanzania but try to blend in so that you are not sidelined or excluded from attending the cultural activities.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Ngorongoro conservation area has the Olduvai gorge where the skull of early man was discovered by Louise Leakey. Overtime more ancient man tools have been extracted from underground by archeologists in this area.

A museum where some of these archeological discoveries are being preserved and you can pay a visit for more information.

What to Expect on Tanzania safari

Find wild animals in a Tanzania Game Park is a probability

A number of wild animals live in the different Tanzania game parks so while driving on the tracks of these parks, you may find several wild animals. Not all the wild animals live in all the game parks in Tanzania but open your mind to whatever comes your way in order not to get bored before finding the animal you desire to see on your trip.

Tracks are quite bumpy while driving on a Tanzania game park but it is best to hire a 4x4 wheel drive in good condition. Using a jeep to get around the Tanzanian game parks is preferred.

Guided Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Tanzania

While on chimpanzee trekking safari in Tanzania, expect to be escorted by a ranger guide on the morning and afternoon adventure. Attending briefing before chimpanzee trekking is compulsory for every tourists and missing it may end in getting disqualified.

Finding the chimpanzees in Gombe forest or Mahale forest is on foot where you have to trek. Along the way, you may encounter other primates including black and white colobus, vervet monkeys, grey cheeked mangabey and more.

Kiswahili is the common local Language of Tanzania

While on Tanzania safari, expect to be addressed in Kiswahili language in some places because it is the local language spoken in the country. Some locals have not had the chance to go to school so they communicate in Kiswahiri but you can hire an interpreter to translate for you in a language you understand in case need arises.

A mixture of intercontinental cuisines and local cuisines in Tanzania

Tanzania is one of the growing African safari destinations that has upgraded its food scope to serve international cuisines too. Tanzania also has mixed race citizens who have professionalism in preparing meals that cut across different cultures so you may find restaurants that serve meals that drive you home.

Transport in Tanzania

Road transport is the main means to get around the Tanzania with both public and private transport open. Note that do not expect a smooth ride throughout the country because the roads are bumpy.

Air transport is open in Tanzania both international and domestic flights but advance booking is required.

Rail transport in Tanzania to some places is also available and you can choose to take an adventure on a Tanzanian train to see how the services are done.

Water transport in Tanzania is available too in locations with water bodies.

Tips To A Tanzania Safari

• Book the Tanzania safari through a recognized safari company to avoid getting scammed.
• Plan your Tanzania safari in dance and book all necessary safari logistics in advance especially when hoping to enjoy this African tour in the dry season.
• During the great Wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park, get updates on the possible location of the wild animals so that you can catch them on their next possible destination. This gives you chance to enjoy the best of your Tanzania safari with great wildebeest migration on the top tier.
• Keep your precious belonging out of public sight because some may be picked by robbers.
• Do carry some hard cash while on Tanzania safari to use for on ground purchases because credit cards are not used everywhere in Tanzania.

When Is the best Time to Plan Tanzania safari Online

Anytime is Tanzania safari planning time however the season when you hope to travel matters. In the dry season that is June to September and December to January this is the peak season when more tourists are expected in the country.

To book from the best options of safari Amenities in Tanzania, it is best to plan in advance so that you have chance to select from the available options before they run out. Selecting safari accommodation, transport, professional and experienced driver guide, company and more.

Competition for safari logistics gets quite challenging as the peak safari season opens in Tanzania leaving few or no chances for last minute bookings.

The wet season should not be excluded when planning the Tanzania safaris because the wildlife destination in Tanzania normally have beautiful green cover that protects animals especially the vulnerable infants. The west season in Tanzania which is March to May and November is normally the low tourism season too.

The great wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park normally starts its course around the wet season period so you may get the chance this once in lifetime adventure during its infancy.

Less competition for Tanzanian safari logistics and chances of receiving discounts area more open in the wet season as service providers try to breakeven.

There are chances of having the safari accommodation to your self and your company without spending extra to close it off during the low season since fewer or no clients may visit some of the Tanzania safari destinations. Contact us for more information.

What is the cost of Tanzania safari

The cost of Tanzania safari is categorized into Luxury, mid-range and basic. Paying conservation fees before entering the Tanzania National Park is compulsory no matter the category of safari package you choose. The cost of Tanzania vary from about $30 to over $82 but these are charged according season and the national park you visit.

Additional costs of Tanzania safari logistics must be considered too that is the cost of accommodation, transport, driver guide hire, meals and other personal expenses.

In case you choose to do chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania, purchasing the chimpanzee trekking permits is very important. The cost of Tanzania chimpanzee trekking permit cuts across all safari packages.

At Encounter African safaris, we can assist you plan a customized Tanzania safari inclusive of your needs and within your budget.

We encourage our clients to tip generously too as a token of appreciation to encourage the people you meet to even better their services. Do carry some extra cash to use for on ground purchases

What to Pack for Tanzania safari

The list of items to pack for Tanzania safaris is very important reference to avoid forgetting the most essential.

• Safari camera
• Safari hat
• Insect repellent
• Khaki or Tan attire
• Extra batteries
• Tripod
• Canvas or suitable substitute
• Flipflops
• Toiletries
• Extra wear to change into
• Insect repellant
• Warmers because it gets too cold early morning and late evenings
• Energy bites
• Backpack to carry in your safari items in.
• Water bottle to carry with some drinking water
• Sunscreen because Tanzania is a tropical country.
• A pair of binoculars.

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