What
to Carry
Summer clothing is worn througout the year, although sometimes a
jacket and light raincoat may be necessary.
Casual
wear is the norm during the day, a short-sleeved shirt for men,
light cotton dresses or a skirt and top for women. In the evening,
in some hotels and restaurants, particularly in the cities, men
may be required to wear a jacket and tie, while women will feel
more comfortable in a cocktail dress. Sunglasses and a hat for protection
against the sun are recommended and swimming should be packed for
the pool-side or beach. Topless bathing is not permitted.
On
dawn and dusk safaris, a sweater is likely to be needed. Generally
for safaris wear neutral colours such as browns, beiges and khakis
- bright colours may alarm the animals. Sensible walking shoes are
also recommended. Remember to travel light as some safaris/air charters
limit baggage to a 10-15 kilo maximum.
International
Airports
There are plenty of flights from Europe to Tanzania. Most people
fly into the international airport in Dar-es-Salaam but there are
also international flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport
and to Zanzibar.
Health
and Immunization
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is essential if arriving
from yellow fever infected areas. Malaria exists below 1,800m in
malignant falciparum form. Remember to boil or sterilise
drinking water (or use bottled mineral water) and milk and cook
or peel vegetables. Private health insurance is recommended.
Medical
and Handicap Facilities
There are no special physical requirements for participants traveling
with Safari Seekers. Regarding medical equipment, an up-to-date
first-aid box is available. Guests have access to a doctor, a flying-doctor
service and a nurse. Regarding handicap facilities, no special provision
has been made.
Currency
and Cost of Living
The unit of currency is the Tanzanian Shilling. Exchange rate: US$1
= 950 Tanzanian Shillings as of April 2002. Most major credit cards
are accepted throughout the country.
The
cost of living is slightly less than that for Kenya
Public
Holidays
January 1, January 12 (Zanzibar Revolution Day), April 26 (Union
Day), Good Friday, Easter Monday, May 1 (International Workers'
Day), August 8 (Peasants' Day), September 10 (Maulid), December
9 (Independence Day), December 25 (Christmas Day) and December 26
(Boxing Day). Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings
of the various stages of the moon.
Shopping
/ Souvenirs
Zanzibar offers the visitor a treasure trove of art, handicraft,
spices, furniture and other collectibles. Curios are sold in markets
and in city and town centres. Shopping hours are generally from
08h00 - 17h00 Monday to Saturday.
Terms
and Liability
(a) The company and its agents act only as agents of the participants
in all matters relating to hotel accommodation, sightseeing tours
and transport, whether by aircraft, rail, road, motor-coach, ship,
boat or any other means and shall not be liable for injury, delay,
loss or damage arising from any cause and in any manner however.
(b)
The company's liability to passengers carried in its own vehicles
is governed by the law of the country in which the tour takes place
and no other country. All claims are subject to the jurisdiction
of the courts of the country in which the action arises.
(c)
The company reserves the right to employ sub-contractors to carry
out all or any part of the service agreed to be supplied and in
the event of the exercise of such right, the terms of clause (a)
relating to the company's liability shall apply.
(d)
Whilst every care is taken, the company cannot be held responsible
for loss or damage to baggage.
Clients
should have travel insurance and medical insurance as the company
is not responsible for refunds due to unavoidable or unforeseen
circumstances.
