Tanzania Travel Forum

Dear friends,
I found very interesting itinerary near lake Victoria offered by "Faith Tours & safaris". Does anybody know this tour operator? What is your opinion about them?

Hi. My girlfriend and I are looking into flying into Nairobi and going on safari from there to Serengeti and Ngorongoro finishing up in Arusha. We'll be then flying from Arusha to Zanzibar. A lot of the safaris seem to go straight from Nairobi to Arusha. Does anyone know of any safaris that go from Nairobi direct to Serengeti? We can also fly into Mt Kilamanjaro but it will cost us an extra $500 compared to Nairobi. Any advice is appreciated.

Hi,
I am planning a month long trip to Tanzania arriving on Dec 25th 2009. I would like to take in Zanzibar, Ngorogoro, Serengeti, Kilimanjaro (maybe the hike, maybe not), Arusha National Park and anything else recommended.

I intend to spend the first night or two in Dar es Salaam, can anyone recommend and Hostel/Guesthouse/Hotel? Also, what is the best way to get to Zanzibar from the mainland?

Thanks

Eamon

Hi. Myself & my girlfriend are planning a trip to Tanzania for the first 3 weeks of January. We'd like to spend most of the time on Zanzibar and a few days going on a cool safari. Can anyone recommend a particular park or reputable safari operator that won't break the bank? Thanks a million.

I am requesting the cost of a round trip bus ticket from Mwanza city to Dar es Salaam

I have a last minute opportunity to go to Arusha in hopes of going on a mid-range safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro for about a week or some decent amount of time. I will be there next week, and wonder if I am too late to get a place on a good safari since it is so close to the time of the safari.

Thank you very much for your help.

Jane

Dear Travelers,

We are planing vocation for 2 weeks around X-mas- New Year with a baby , who will be 4 month old at that time.
Is it safe to go to Zanzibar with such a small baby?
Please, advice.

Thank you in advance,
Lena

Dear all,

We are 2 Dutch students traveling through Tanzania. From a Canadian couple we met on the road we received a recommendation to do a 3 day serengeti/ngorongoro safari with sokadventures.com. After emailing this company they offer me a price of 600 dollar per person if we go with the 2 of us, but if we find 2 other persons the price drops to 450 US dollar per person.

The plan is to do the safari the end of this month, that is October 26, 27 and 28. You can contact me at koenhogenelst@gmail.com or call me on +256784488795.

The program for 3 days camping safari.
Day 1:
0700am, then drive from Arusha to Serengeti game en route with
Lunch boxes, Enjoy the afternoon and evening game drive around the park,
dinner and overnight at Seronera Campsite.
Day 2:
Early morning sun rise game drive around Serengeti National park, then
drive to the campsite for branch before making your way to
Ngorongoro at the Simba campsite (on the rim of the crater) for dinner
and overnight.
Day 3:
After breakfast then descend in to the crater floor for the crater tour
with pick nick lunch boxes, then later drive back to Arusha where tour
ends..

The price will include:
1 Transportation with fuel (Toyota Land cruiser with open roof)
2. All park entry fees, camping fees and crater fees.
3. Driver guide speaking good English.
4. Mineral drinking water, no limit.
5. Professional cook.
6. 3 meals while on safari (Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch boxes) Dinner.
7. Camping equipments, tables, chairs, and matresses.

The price will not include:
Personal items, Beverages , sleeping bags and Tips

Best Wishes,
Koen and Marijn

Dear all,

We are 2 Dutch students traveling through Tanzania. From a Canadian couple we met on the road we received a recommendation to do a 3 day serengeti/ngorongoro safari with sokadventures.com. After emailing this company they offer me a price of 600 dollar per person if we go with the 2 of us, but if we find 2 other persons the price drops to 450 US dollar per person.

The plan is to do the safari the end of this month, that is October 26, 27 and 28. You can contact me at koenhogenelst@gmail.com or call me on +256784488795.

The program for 3 days camping safari.
Day 1:
0700am, then drive from Arusha to Serengeti game en route with
Lunch boxes, Enjoy the afternoon and evening game drive around the park,
dinner and overnight at Seronera Campsite.
Day 2:
Early morning sun rise game drive around Serengeti National park, then
drive to the campsite for branch before making your way to
Ngorongoro at the Simba campsite (on the rim of the crater) for dinner
and overnight.
Day 3:
After breakfast then descend in to the crater floor for the crater tour
with pick nick lunch boxes, then later drive back to Arusha where tour
ends..

The price will include:
1 Transportation with fuel (Toyota Land cruiser with open roof)
2. All park entry fees, camping fees and crater fees.
3. Driver guide speaking good English.
4. Mineral drinking water, no limit.
5. Professional cook.
6. 3 meals while on safari (Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch boxes) Dinner.
7. Camping equipments, tables, chairs, and matresses.

The price will not include:
Personal items, Beverages , sleeping bags and Tips

Best Wishes,
Koen and Marijn

Can someone please tell how much I should expect to pay for a taxi from Dar Es Salaam Airport to the Port area (Ferry).

Many thanks.

Raykey.

Can anyone tell me where I can find nice, clean and secure accomodation in Stonetown, Zanzibar please.

Many thanks.

can anyone tell me the cheapest company to book a trek with ???

I want to buy a car imported from Japan on the docks of Dar es Salaam, register it in my name, and drive it into Zambia as my own car. Does anyone know if this is possible?

I am just moving to Zambia and have 6 months to bring in my own possessions duty free. The duty for all cars imported to Zambia is outrageously 50% of the value of the rig. So if I bring a car that is obviously an import i will pay thru the nose. If it looks and smells like my own, then it is free. Does anyone know how to do this?

Hello!

We are two students from Umeå in Sweden. We are going to Tanzania for 8 weeks, arrival 12th of november 2009. We will spend the first two weeks in Dar es Salaam and are trying to fine a place to stay for these weeks. Do anyone have some advice on where and how we can find a room or an apartment?

If you, or anyone you know, have an extra room for rent we would love to talk to you or them about that.

Best wishes/
Maria Hellsing and Linda Olsson

Can someone please tell me how much time I need to allow to travel from Zanzibar Island to Dar es Salaam Airport.
Many thanks.
Raykey

We're a recently retired couple looking for a couple to join us on a private safari in Tanzania Feb 2-14,2010. The safari is all arranged with an experienced and reliable outfitter in the US. It is delux, all lodges, and includes Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangeri, etc. I can provide a link to the outfitters website listing all the details. The safari was originally planned with another couple, but they are now unable to make it. We are experienced travellers and have been on safari before in South Africa and Botswana. Now we're gonna do the Serengeti. Come join us!

Dear Virtual Tourists,
We are trying to plan our Honeymoon in Tanzania. We will be flying into Dar Es Salaam airport and wish to do Safari including Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and perhaps cross over to visit the Masaai Mara. Where should we look for the safari package and is there somewhere else we should visit in this area.
AFter ten days or so for the safari we wish to then go to Zanzibar for approx a week to relax at the beach resorts. Again, any suggestions to find accommodation here?
Thank you in advance.

Hi VTers,

I've been seraching the web for details of shuttle buses/transport from kili airport-arusha as my boyfriend and i will be arriving on ethiopian airlines flight about midday on 17th Oct ober and want to head to Arusha to organise/sort out safari...any tips/info/recommendations as I've drawn a blank so far.

Do the Nairobi-kilimanjaro shuttles go via the airport?

Hello VTers with Tanazania experience,

It has been a long and difficult journey to come up with a realistic itinerary to Tanzania for July 2010. I have come up with the following itinerary through consultations, but now turn to you for help on any suggestions, amendments, kudos, etc. you may have. ANYTHING!

Here is the masterpiece...what do you all think?

Day 1: 30th June: Dar es Salaam Arrival
Arrive 8:10pm. Transfer to hotel after evening airport arrival.
Overnight at the Movenpick Palm Royal hotel.
Day 2: 1st July: Dar es Salaam – Arusha,
Pick up at the Movenpick Palm Royal for airport transfer. Morning flight with Precision Air to Arusha Airport. Upon arrival transfer to Arumeru River Lodge. Climb briefing and gear check with Kilimanjaro guide. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner.
Day3: 2nd July Arusha National Park.
Leave after breakfast to ANAPA. This tour will give me time to recuperate from my international flight. Moreover, by adding this day, it will give you time to find me and you extra gears if needed or incase of any luggage delays.

Day 4: 3rd July: Arusha – Londorossi Gate – Big Tree/Forest Camp (10,000ft)
In the morning drive from hotel to Londorossi Gate and after registration drive to the dropping off point for Lemosho to meet porters and begin the trek to the Big Tree (Forest) Camp. Overnight stay in tents throughout the climb (Tents must include; sleeping bags and sleeping pads/Thermarests). Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included all days
Day 5: 4th July: Shira 1 Camp (up to 11500ft- descend to 1100ft)
Day 6: 5th July: Moir Camp (13200ft )
Day 7: 6th July: Lava Tower camp (14500ft)
Day 8: 7th July: Lava Tower Extra day ( Acclimatization day)
Day 9: 8th July: Arrow Glacier Camp (16000ft)
Day 10: 9th July: Crater Camp (18500ft)
Day 11: 10th July: Summit in the morning, overnight Mweka hut (10000 ft).
Day 12: 11th July: Depart early morning to Mweka gate. Lunch at the gate. After signing out, drive for about 2.5 hours to Arusha, and then drive to Bougainvillea lodge in Karatu.


Day 13: 12th July: Lake Eyasi Hadzabe tour.
With an early start on this day, drive to Lake Eyasi. There visit the tribe while accompanied by a Hadzabe liaison Guide together with my own driver Guide. Participate in activities with Hadzabe tribe. Driver guide will help interpret for me what the tribe guide will be talking about. Later drive back to Bougainvillea lodge. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner


Day 14: 13th July: Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning departure for game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day exploring Crater. Hopefully see the rhino, as well as many other animals. In the evening, visit the Maasai boma and learn about this tribe. Overnight Bougainvillea Lodge again. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 15: 14th July: Serengeti National Park
En route to Serengeti after breakfast. This should be a full day game drive. However, on the way to Serengeti, stop at Oldupai archeological site. The plan is to get to central- north Serengeti, Seronera area. I understand that July is not a migration season, but seronera area should be rich with wildlife and if it rains, there is a big chance that I will be able to see the beginning of wildlife migration moving in from the north. ( Masai Mara area). Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Mbuzi Mawe tented camp, or any similar lodges should be used. Please select a good accommodation that is not too expensive. I know choices are limited but I am looking for good value and good location. Overnight. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 16: 15th July: Serengeti National Park:
Full day game drive in the Serengeti, in search of animals as well as the migration. Seronera Wildlife Lodge or Mbuzi tented camp or any similar. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 17: 16th July: Serengeti National Park
This will be another full day game drive. Overnight at Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Or Serena lodge or Mbuzi Mawe tented camp, Located in the central Serengeti. The lodge should be close to Seronera Air strip. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 18: 17th July: Fly Serengeti-Arusha-Zanzibar.
Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar. After arriving at Zanzibar Airport transfer to the Tembo Hotel in Stone Town.
Overnight stay at Tembo Hotel. Breakfast only.

Day 19: 18th July: Stone Town
Spice tour as well as tour of historical Stone Town. Overnight stay at Tembo Hotel. Breakfast only

Day 20: 19th July: Stone Town – Fly to Dar es Salaam – Depart for USA
Transfer to the Zanzibar Airport for flight to Dar es Salaam and then evening international flight home. In the morning of this day arrange a guided trip to Jozani for me in the morning and take an afternoon flight back to Dar. Fly back to USA from Dar at 9:20pm.


Any comments? Any? Thanks so much.

Hello VTers with Tanazania experience,

It has been a long and difficult journey to come up with a realistic itinerary to Tanzania for July 2010. I have come up with the following itinerary through consultations, but now turn to you for help on any suggestions, amendments, kudos, etc. you may have. ANYTHING!

Here is the masterpiece...what do you all think?

Day 1: 30th June: Dar es Salaam Arrival
Arrive 8:10pm. Transfer to hotel after evening airport arrival.
Overnight at the Movenpick Palm Royal hotel.
Day 2: 1st July: Dar es Salaam – Arusha,
Pick up at the Movenpick Palm Royal for airport transfer. Morning flight with Precision Air to Arusha Airport. Upon arrival transfer to Arumeru River Lodge. Climb briefing and gear check with Kilimanjaro guide. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner.
Day3: 2nd July Arusha National Park.
Leave after breakfast to ANAPA. This tour will give me time to recuperate from my international flight. Moreover, by adding this day, it will give you time to find me and you extra gears if needed or incase of any luggage delays.

Day 4: 3rd July: Arusha – Londorossi Gate – Big Tree/Forest Camp (10,000ft)
In the morning drive from hotel to Londorossi Gate and after registration drive to the dropping off point for Lemosho to meet porters and begin the trek to the Big Tree (Forest) Camp. Overnight stay in tents throughout the climb (Tents must include; sleeping bags and sleeping pads/Thermarests). Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included all days
Day 5: 4th July: Shira 1 Camp (up to 11500ft- descend to 1100ft)
Day 6: 5th July: Moir Camp (13200ft )
Day 7: 6th July: Lava Tower camp (14500ft)
Day 8: 7th July: Lava Tower Extra day ( Acclimatization day)
Day 9: 8th July: Arrow Glacier Camp (16000ft)
Day 10: 9th July: Crater Camp (18500ft)
Day 11: 10th July: Summit in the morning, overnight Mweka hut (10000 ft).
Day 12: 11th July: Depart early morning to Mweka gate. Lunch at the gate. After signing out, drive for about 2.5 hours to Arusha, and then drive to Bougainvillea lodge in Karatu.


Day 13: 12th July: Lake Eyasi Hadzabe tour.
With an early start on this day, drive to Lake Eyasi. There visit the tribe while accompanied by a Hadzabe liaison Guide together with my own driver Guide. Participate in activities with Hadzabe tribe. Driver guide will help interpret for me what the tribe guide will be talking about. Later drive back to Bougainvillea lodge. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner


Day 14: 13th July: Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning departure for game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day exploring Crater. Hopefully see the rhino, as well as many other animals. In the evening, visit the Maasai boma and learn about this tribe. Overnight Bougainvillea Lodge again. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 15: 14th July: Serengeti National Park
En route to Serengeti after breakfast. This should be a full day game drive. However, on the way to Serengeti, stop at Oldupai archeological site. The plan is to get to central- north Serengeti, Seronera area. I understand that July is not a migration season, but seronera area should be rich with wildlife and if it rains, there is a big chance that I will be able to see the beginning of wildlife migration moving in from the north. ( Masai Mara area). Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Mbuzi Mawe tented camp, or any similar lodges should be used. Please select a good accommodation that is not too expensive. I know choices are limited but I am looking for good value and good location. Overnight. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 16: 15th July: Serengeti National Park:
Full day game drive in the Serengeti, in search of animals as well as the migration. Seronera Wildlife Lodge or Mbuzi tented camp or any similar. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 17: 16th July: Serengeti National Park
This will be another full day game drive. Overnight at Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Or Serena lodge or Mbuzi Mawe tented camp, Located in the central Serengeti. The lodge should be close to Seronera Air strip. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 18: 17th July: Fly Serengeti-Arusha-Zanzibar.
Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar. After arriving at Zanzibar Airport transfer to the Tembo Hotel in Stone Town.
Overnight stay at Tembo Hotel. Breakfast only.

Day 19: 18th July: Stone Town
Spice tour as well as tour of historical Stone Town. Overnight stay at Tembo Hotel. Breakfast only

Day 20: 19th July: Stone Town – Fly to Dar es Salaam – Depart for USA
Transfer to the Zanzibar Airport for flight to Dar es Salaam and then evening international flight home. In the morning of this day arrange a guided trip to Jozani for me in the morning and take an afternoon flight back to Dar. Fly back to USA from Dar at 9:20pm.


Any comments? Any? Thanks so much.

Anyone know or have a rough idea of how much the domestic flights with precision air or air excel are from dar-arusha, arusha-zanzibar, zanzibar-dar? I'm trying to book some flights for me and my boyfriend before we get there, but the websites don't seem to have prices. Also if you buy at the agents in Tanzania, does it still have to be 40hours prior to departure? Also do they still fly in the low season (i.e. between 16th-31st October...when we'll be there!)?

Thanks VTers

Fellow travelers, my boyfriend and I are heading to Tanzania for a week and hoping to take in a safari whilst there before heading to zanzibar for the second week of our holiday. Would you agree that it is cheaper and eay enough to fly to Nairobi and get the shuttle bus to Arusha to head for the Serengetti and other parks that way?

There was one comment about taking in the Masaai Mara tribes en route, which would be amazing, but will this eat up our time rather that the direct nairobi-arusha link?

Also, we are heading there in the last 2 weeks of October this year, any tips on which areas of the park are best for spotting the Big 5/main animal groups at this time of year.

Thanks

Hello VTers,

I'd like to hear from folks who have already climbed the Western Breach or the Shira/Lemosho Route because I am in a dilemma about which route to use because of all the contradictory information out there.

I know the bad rap that the Western Breach got because of the 3 Americans who were killed 3 years ago as well as the rock slippage that has happened recently.

However, the Western Breach acclimatization process on a daily basis seems to be more practical than the Shira Lemosho route, and the final ascent seems to be less daunting than the Shira/Lemosho route and the Western Breach seem sto be really amazing in terms of views and finally, the distances you walk each day on the Western Breach route are much less than the Shira/Lemoshor route.

On the other hand, the Western Breach may require more rock scrambling than the Shira/Lemosho and may have more risk involved due to rock slippage.

So, any suggestions on which route to take.

Things to consider: I am NOT a professional climber, hiker or trekker. I have been to Peru, Bolivia and Tibet before with minimal altitude sickness issues. I am not a sporty guy, do not really work out, but am not overweight (average build) and have good energy for what I want to do.

I am really in a dilemma because each company poo-poos the Western breach route here in USA, but many other companies say there is a higher success rate tha the Shira/Lemosho route because of better acclimitization process (not major asecnts any day.

Any suggestions?

Thanks.

Nathan

Hi Everyone,

I am going to be spending a month on Zanzibar. I will be taking with me an amount of US dollars but can't decide whether to take the rest in travellers cheques or is it ok to use ATMs to draw out local currency? I don't get charged by my provider for bank withdrawals abroad.

Does anyone know which will be the most efficient method?

Thanks

Dear Vters,

As I am planning to make the climb to the top of Kilimanjaro in late June early July 2010, I know that it can get quite cold up there so good camping gear is important. Moreover, I am sure that different tour companies use different gear. What do you feel is the best quality.

People have told me to climb Killimanjaro use Face VE25 tents as your mountain sleeping tents or Mt. Hardwear Trango . And for small mess tent use Mt. Hardwear Satellite. So they say use very good gear and make sure guides are all trained in first aid, etc. Also that they will use filter for water or bottled water and the cooks have many years of experience.

Any suggestions?

Nathan

Dear Expert VTers on Tanzania:

I am travelling to Tanzania from July 1-19,2010 and have settled on the itinerary below but would love your opinion on anything (hotels, sites, etc.). I have been to Africa and been on safaris before so that is not the major focus of my trip -- looking for more cultural things.

Here it is; Don't hold back on any comments, suggestions, etc. Also, if you know the name of a very reputable and NOT overpriced tour operator in Tanzania, please let me know. Thanks.


Days 01: 30/06/2010: Arrival in Dar es salaam (Have to fly in on free ticket to Dar es Salaam not Kilimanjaro)

Days 02: 01/07/2010: Dar es salaam – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Transfer to Dar es salaam International Airport for the 08:00am Precision Air flight to Kilimanjaro Airport. On arrival transfer to Arusha Crown Hotel for the night H/Board.
With guide check the trekking equipment and other arrangements.

LEMOSHO ROUTE
Day 03: Transfer to Londorossi Gate - Morum Barrier Gate gate - hike to Forest Camp (Mkubwa Camp)
Start the trek known as Chamber's Route. In (3 - 4hrs walking).
Accommodation: Forest Camp (B, L, D)

Day 04: Forest camp - hike to Shira 1 camp
Full day's trek with a lunch stop at Shira camp. After lunch cross into the Shira Caldera. Camp at Shira One in Caldera.
Accommodation: Shira 1 camp (B, L, D)

Day 05: Shira 1 - Shira 2 (Fischer's) camp
Two to three hour trek east across Shira Plateau, via Simba Camp.
Accommodation: Shira 2 camp (B, L, D)

Day 06: Shira 2 - Barranco camp
Camp at the base of formation, Lava Tower (5-6 hours walk).
Accommodation: Barranco camp (B, L, D)

Day 07: Barranco camp - Barafu camp
Leave Lava Tower camp and trek 3 - 4 hour to get to Arrow Glacier Camp,
Accommodation: Barafu camp (B, L, D)

Day 08: Barafu camp - Crater camp (5730 m)
Accommodation: Crater camp (B, L, D)

Day 09: Crater camp - Uhuru Peak - descend to Mweka camp
Climb from 6.00 a.m. After getting to summit descend along Mweka route via Stella point and stop for lunch at Barafu huts, then continuing down to Mweka huts (3 - 3½ hours from the summit to Barafu huts and 3 hours more to Mweka huts /camp).
Accommodation: Mweka camp (B, L, D)

Day 10: Final descend - Transfer to Arusha
Walk down to Mweka Gate. After a picnic lunch drive to base lodge / hotel in Arusha at Arusha Crown hotel dinner and overnight. (2 ½ - 3-hour walk).

Day 11: Arusha – Mulala Village
In the morning pick up from hotel in Arusha town and drive with packed lunch to Mulala village. Arrive at Mama Anna's cheese making place, From Mama Anna's, wind up and down the slopes of Mt Meru, Dinner and overnight at Arumeru River Lodge FB

Day 12: Arusha - Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast drive to Ngorongoro with Lunch Packed. Descend into the Crater floor for both morning and afternoon game drives. Have lunch in the picnic site in the Crater at Ngoitoktok swamp. After lunch proceed with game viewing and then ascend the Crater for dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge FB.

Day 13: Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park
Breakfast in Ngorongoro then launch a journey with game drives and lunch en route to the Great Serengeti National park. After picnic lunch in the park continue with afternoon game viewing in the park. Dinner and Overnight at Seronera Wildlife Lodge FB


EXTRA DAY POSSIBILITY UNLESS YOU HAVE A BETTER SUGGESTION
OK: Below is one possibility to add an additional day in Serengeti as Day 14 (July 13, 2010) OR if you have an alternative suggestion of where the extra day can be fit in or what can be expanded that is great. I really like cultural activities; as I have mentioned I have seen many safaris before. However, migration is important for me to see.
Day 14: 13/07/2010: Full Day Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, continue with both morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti national Park. Maybe this is the migration safari, so guide should know very well how to locate the herds. All meals in Lodge FB.


Day 15: Serengeti National Park – Lake Eyasi
In the morning drive to Lake Eyasi via Ngorongoro crater rim and Karatu arriving there in the early afternoon. After picnic lunch, launch a walking trip around the Lake, Dinner and Overnight at Tindiga Tented Lodge FB

Day 16: Full Day Lake Eyasi
After breakfast walk to the Bushmen’s bush-home accompanied by my guide and a local guide who can speak the Bushmen’s language. Have picnic lunch before walking back to Camp for Dinner and Overnight. FB

Day 17: Lake Eyasi – Arusha Airport – Zanzibar
Breakfast at around 0700am. Morning Game drive en route to Arusha Airport. Visit Masai village in Esilalei village. Picnic Lunch en route. Arrive for the 0325pm flight to Zanzibar Stone Town and stay at Tembo House Hotel FB

Day 18 & 19: Zanzibar Stone Town Full day
Breakfast then visit Zanzibar Stone town. Lunch at Tembo Hotel. Proceed with afternoon visit at the stone town. Dinner and Overnight at Tembo hotel FB

Day 20: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam to USA
Breakfast and ransfer to Zanzibar Airport for flight to Dar es salaam where I will connect the flight home at 9:20pm.

Any thoughts???

I can travel to zanibar for three weeks, my window is mid-October through mid-December. Can anyone tell me from experience if I'm better off arriving in mid October and staying through the first half of November, or the second half of November through the first half of December? Thanks for any advice!

Fly540 . Has anyone used this airline . We are booked to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi....wondering about safety.

Hi all,

Is it necessary to show a yellow fever vaccination certificate when arriving in Tanzania from the UK?
I am vaccinated I just can't find my certificate and don't want to have to get one reissued if I'm not going to need it.

Also, is it still ok to obtain a vias upon arrival? I'm quite soon and don't trust the post at the moment (strikes!).

Cheers

I am planning on going on safari in Tanzania in early June (June 6-16)2010. What weather can I expect? Any rain? Chilly nights? Is this an OK time to see the wildlife? Is it past the rainy season? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Suzie
sprovo@apr.com