How To Plan For Safaris To Tanzania

By Christa Jarvis


Going on safari to east Africa can be one of the most fulfilling experiences you can have in your lifetime. Tanzania has a beautiful landscape and moderate climate, welcoming people and attractions that are unique. Notable attractions are the tree climbing lions of Lake Manyara and migrating wildebeests of Serengeti among many more. In order to have an excellent safaris to Tanzania, it is crucial that you chose the right tour operator.

There are many tour operators in Tanzania and so are tour agents. If you are doing this for the first time, locating potential service providers is probably the first thing you need to do. Ask friends and family who had a wonderful experience in Tanzania to recommend the company they used. Asking around will help you to find a company that is already in the market, and hence you will be confident that your safari will kick off.

The most common classifications of safaris are standard and luxury. A standard safari involves accommodation in lodges and tented camps. They are less expensive compared to luxury ones. Tented camps however, do not have many amenities as the high end properties and have buffet meals. Tented camps gives you a chance to sleep in nature and sometimes you might be able to do bush walks and night drives.

Game safari in Tanzania is divided in three major circuits, namely Northern, Western and Southern circuits. The northern circuit is the most popular one, hosting parks such as Tarangire, Arusha, Serengeti and Lake Manyara national parks. Ngorongoro conservation area, a pre-historic site is also found in this circuit and is popular for its crater lake and easy sight of the big five.

If you are thinking of a low cost safari and would like to experience east Africa off the beaten track while camping in remote unexploited locations, then camping safari should be your choice. Unlike other campsites in African parks and reserves, the ones in Tanzania tend not to be fenced. There are chances that you will see elephants or buffaloes wandering close by. This is of course under the close watch of experienced game rangers and guides.

Another important thing you should check is the cost of safari. Experienced service providers are able to come up with an itinerary that fits your budget, however tight it might be. For a very low cost safari, tour companies can join you with a group of other travelers and give you a tented camping option.

After you have agreed on a certain itinerary and you are asked to send money, ensure the money is wired to a business account. Tour companies have different preferences when it comes to receiving payment and how they handle cancellations. Some will ask 50% upfront to handle reservations and bookings, and then the rest to be paid a few days before arrival or by cash on arrival.

You safari experience in Tanzania can be wonderful only if you make the right choices. A very important choice is the company you use for the safari. Ensure it is licensed, able to customize your itinerary, experienced and has a reputable standing in the industry.




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