5 Valuable Safari Tips from Tanzania Local Tour Operators

A safari trip isn’t like any other ordinary trip that we take. The experience of an African safari is truly one of a kind, something surreal that gets itched in your memory forever! 

If you’re planning to take a Safari trip, there are certain things that you need to bear in mind. This obviously includes contacting the right Tanzania local tour, operators. Other than that, the pointers you need to remember are as follows: 

1.    Plan it with your Family

When you plan the safari trip, make sure you include all of your family members. After you finalize a particular destination, do read about its history, the areas to visit, types of wildlife, and other popular spots that you wish to cover.

Following all these parameters will make your trip even more interesting. Encourage children and teens in your family to take pictures, maintain a family scrapbook. This will ensure that you have tonnes of items to collect at one place and you’d be able to keep these memories alive for years to come!

2.    Look Out for Peak Seasons 

Even the best Tanzania local tour operators would recommend you book a holiday package during peak season. Not because they want to make more money but because it improves the chances of seeing your favorite animals in their natural habitats. 

In Tanzania, June to October is the most favorable time for great game viweing. During this time, the grass is short and the animals are out to enjoy the weather. 

3.    Create a Checklist to Select a Safari

The checklist pointers include -

• Find out if the tour operator offers outdoor activities or not. This will keep the small kids and teenagers engaged. 
• Examine the schedule given by the safari tour operators. You need to check whether they give you enough time to spend with children or not. If they don’t provide any breaks in between, you’ll only be running from location to another without any rest. This will make the adults as well as the children cranky during the safari. 
• Is the guide fine with working with children? 
• Check out their reviews on TripAdvisor or any other popular review website. 
• Ask for references from previous customers, particularly those with children, as to as to get an extract idea on how the team operates. 

 

4.    Search for a Reputed Hotel or Resort

If you’re in touch with a reliable team of tour organizers, you can seek their advice to choose a suitable hotel or resort to stay at. Otherwise, research online on your own and contact hotels/resorts with high-rated reviews. 

In case you’re interested in camping, make sure you contact a team that has trained camp staff. They must offer a proper meal plan as well, so do keep an eye on their services. 

5.    Oversee the Safety Efforts

Every African nation has varied vaccination requirements and security protocols. So, whether you’re booking a safari package or a Kilimanjaro hiking package, ask your Tanzania local tour operators to enlighten you about the precautionary steps. 

Once you’re clear and thorough with the information you receive, consult a doctor about the same. If the doctor prescribes some vaccinations or medicines, make sure you get done with them before leaving. 

Additional Tips You Can Benefit From: 

• Don’t Stress - Flights to Africa, Tanzania can be for as long as 10-15 hours— opt for connecting flights to avoid sitting for long hours at a stretch. 
• Pack Light - Plane ride doesn’t offer enough luggage space. You can count on hotels that offer outerwear, contact your operator for a list of essentials and pack accordingly.
• Wear Right - Choose neutral colors and not anything dark to wear.
• Carry Soaps and Sanitizers - Put hygiene as your top priority. Make sure you carry ample soaps and sanitizers especially for the kids. 
• Take Pics and Vids: Don’t rely on a single camera, take more than one for extra storage. 
• First-Aid: Plan ahead of time about the vaccinations. Bring your own first aid kit in your baggage with other essentials such as insect repellents, sunscreen, sun hats, and more. 
• Look Out for Collectibles: Carry zip-lock pouches and small plastic holders to save collectibles such as rare bugs, dry flowers, leaves, ticket stubs, and other souvenirs. 

Remembering these tips will surely elevate your Safari experience. For further details, you can reach out to our experts at Enchanting Tanzania Safaris. We’d be happy to answer your queries and provide you with all the additional information that you need.