ABOUT TANZANIA
Tanzania is Africa’s visual masterpiece. It is a country of magnificent natural splendor, astounding wildlife, seductive beaches, charming ancient towns, archaeological sites and geological wonders. Home to Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, this majestic site rises from lush, grassy plains and towers over the land.
Its snow-capped peak is a sight to behold. Kilimanjaro is highly accessible for most with physical and mental strength and standing on the roof of Africa is a life-changing experience for all fortunate ones. Be sure to learn more of some of the 120+ tribes and tuck your fingers into a local meal of ugali – a maize dish, which is usually accompanied by meat, fish and/or spinach. The ideal bush and beach destination, visitors to Tanzania can witness the mighty herds of the Great Migration thundering across the Serengeti plains and end the unforgettable safari with a serene beach holiday on Zanzibar, the intoxicatingly beautiful and exotic Spice Island.
Common Swahili
Capital | Dodoma |
Government | Republic |
Currency | Tanzanian shilling (TSH) |
Area | 945,087 km2 |
Population | 61m beautiful people |
Language | Swahili & English |
Religion | Mainland – Christian 30%, Muslim 35%, indigenous beliefs 35%; Zanzibar – 99% Muslim |
Electricity | 230V/50Hz (Indian/UK plug) |
Calling code | +255 |
TLD | .tz |
Time Zone | UTC +3 |
Seasons
Seasons Summer: | September – April |
Temperatures | Min: 15˚C/60˚F Max: 32˚C/90˚F |
Winter: | May – August |
Temperatures | Min: 10˚C/50˚F Max: 25˚C/77˚F |
Long rains | April – May |
Short rains | November – Mid December |
Common Swahili
Word | Meaning |
Karibu | Welcome |
Jambo | Hello |
Habari gani? | How are you? |
Asante sana | Thank you very much |
Nzuri | Good |
Nzuri sana | Very good |
Chai | Tea |
Kahawa | Coffee |
Hakuna matata | No worries |
Ndiyo | Yes |
Hapana | No |
labda | Perhaps |
OH! Tembo kubwa | OH! Big elephant! |
Lala salama | Sleep tight |
Twende | Let’s go |
Chai | Tea |
Tafadhali | Please |
Pole pole | Slowly |
Pole sana | So sorry for that |
Samahani | Excuse me |
Sifahamu | I do not understand |
Amani na upendo | Peace and love |
GENERAL INFORMATION
Getting around: Tanzania has in general very friendly and peaceful people. You might hear ‘karibu’ a lot, which means ‘welcome’ and is a sign of cultural hospitality. This invitation can be for entering a shop, house or sharing a meal. Feel free to accept or decline politely with ‘asante sana’ (thanks a lot). As in many impoverished countries, where income gaps are huge, sensible caution should always be exercised. Before leaving your hotel, get advice on places to visit and avoid isolated areas if you
are alone, especially after dark.
Photography Please be sensitive when photographing people. It is courteous to ask permission before snapping away. Health Requirements Preventative measures should be taken against malaria. It is advised that you consult a physician regarding malaria prophylactics and other vaccinations. Please note that a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all travelers coming from a yellow-fever infected country in Africa or Americas, unless you stayed in airport transit.
Money The local currency is Tanzanian Shilling (int. TZS and locally Tsh), which is accepted everywhere. Hotels, tourist companies and shops usually accept USD or Euro. There are exchange offices in most cities that accept major currencies and offer good exchange rates. Even Traveler’s Cheques are exchanged, at a lower rate though. ATMs are available in large cities while maximum withdrawal per session is restricted to 400 000 Tsh (~$260). Get information from your bank/credit card provider about withdrawal fees and daily withdrawal limits in foreign countries.
Domestic flights Baggage on domestic flights is strictly limited to 15kg per person (including hand luggage) in smaller soft bags. Any excess baggage could be charged by the airline at check-in. Required documents – Passport (valid more than 6 months after your arrival) – Valid visa (available at entry points) – Insurance documents with emergency numbers – Yellow fever certificate of immunization if necessarily Make copies of passport, TZ visa, airline tickets/schedule, and traveler’s cheque numbers. Leave a copy with someone at home and put a copy in a separate place in your luggage. If necessary, confirm your return ticket upon arrival at your airline’s counter.
Tips: Use a scanner to make digital copies of passport and important documents. Email them to yourself so the documents are accessible online at any time.
Type of Safari: FAMILIARIZATION TRIP.
Month of Travel: May 2025
Number of guest: Min of 5 people, 8 people, 10 people & 12 People
Number of Safari Vehicle: Safari Custom Vehicle
Safari at your Glance.
Day 1 – Arrival (Airport) – Arusha city
Day 2 – Tarangire National Park
Day 3 – Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Day 4 – Ngorongoro -Lake Masek
Day 5-Serengeti National Park.
Day 6 – Serengeti National Park.
Day 7 – Serengeti – Arusha City for overnight
Day 8 – Depart
Day 1 – 15th May 2025 – Arrival
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International airport, our driver will meet and transfer to Arusha City. Dinner and overnight at the Grand Melia Arusha Lodge
Day 2 – 16th May 2025 – Tarangire National Park.
Breakfast is followed by a brief safari briefing then drive towards Tarangire National Park (there will be an optional stop at a supermarket to buy any personal thing you may need on safari). Spend the rest of the day with fantastic game viewing in the Tarangire National Park, also known as home to elephants – Accommodation: Tarangire Kati kati tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3: 17th May 2025 – Tarangire National Park – Karatu via Ngorongoro
From Tarangire drive toward Ngorongoro via Manyara where you will have time to visit some (Optional stop to different properties on the way for site inspection) Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: 18th May 2025 – Ngorongoro Conservation area
After breakfast, descent to the base of the crater with Picnic lunch boxes. The crater and the highlands are one of the Africa’s most beautiful regions, with volcanic craters formingstunning backdrops to some of the richest grazing grounds in Africa. It has a height 600meters high walls and a rich volcanic floor covering 260km2, the crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera, which was formed when a large volcano exploded and collapsed on itself two to three million years ago. It is estimated that the height of the original volcano ranged between 4,500 to 5,800 meters high. In the afternoon ascent to the rim of the crater and continue with site inspection to different lodge and Camps, From Ngorongoro drive toward west part of Ngorongoro to arrive at Lake Masek for evening leisure and hot dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 5&6 – 19th &20th May 2025 – Serengeti National Park.
Early morning (option Balloon trip) followed by a full day Game drive in Central part of Serengeti, Here in Central we have several Accommodation from Budget to Luxury so we will be selective where to pass by for a quick inspection so that we can get to the next one.
Accommodation: Serengeti serena Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner
Day 7 – 21st May 2025 – Serengeti-Arusha
After breakfast, enjoy the last part of game drive while you drive to Seronera Airstrip where you will depart on a schedule flight to Arusha at 11:00. On arrival in Arusha you will be transferred to Arusha City for dinner and overnight at Grand Melia Arusha.
Day 8: 22nd May 2025 – Arusha-> Kilimanjaro International Airport.
After breakfast spend day at leisure depend on your flight out of the country, you may have an optional activity within Arusha. Later transfer for your international flight.
Rates per person
Minimum of 5people per vehicle & maximum 6 people per vehicle.
The tour designed to accommodate 12 people maximum (2 safari vehicles)
Fam Trip Based on May 2025
No of pax | Price per person-sharing in Double | Single room Supplement |
2 Pax | $4,115 | $700 |
3 Pax | $3,665 | |
4 Pax | $3,440 | |
5 Pax | $3,305 | |
6 Pax | $3,215 |
Optional Activities
- Safari + Serengeti Balloon Safari $510
- Olduvai gorge- $36 pp
- Maasai Village-$50
Rate includes
- Two-way transfers (to and from) airport.
- Two-night accommodation in Arusha.
- Safari as per the above program. (Full Board-Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- All park entry fees
- 4 X 4 Toyota Land cruiser Safari custom Vehicle window sit.
- Bush Dinner experience
- Flight from Serengeti to Arusha
- Single room supplement for a person staying in a single
- Service of the Professional English driver guide (with wide knowledge of
flora & Fauna
Rate excludes
- Government Tax
- Visa and Insurance
- International Flight.
- Hot lunch at crater floor
- Any increase in government taxes
- Amendments and cancellations to the itinerary
- Drinks and laundry at the lodges
- Gratuities for the driver guide