Safari stories, travel tips and news from our team in Arusha, Tanzania.
Stories & Tips.
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Why Tanzania is Africa’s ultimate safari destination: the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, plus how long to stay and when to go.
When to visit Zanzibar: month-by-month weather, the best time to combine a safari and beach holiday, where to stay and travel tips.
What to expect from meals on a Tanzania safari, local dishes worth trying, drinks, special diets and food on Kilimanjaro.
Where is the Great Migration each month? A month-by-month guide to calving season, Grumeti and Mara River crossings in the Serengeti.
A complete Kilimanjaro packing list from local guides: layers, boots, sleeping bag, gear, health items, what you can rent and what to leave behind.
How altitude sickness affects Kilimanjaro climbers, the warning signs to watch for, and practical ways to acclimatise and reach the summit safely.
What a Kilimanjaro climb really costs in 2026: park fees, route prices, what’s included, tipping and how to avoid dangerously cheap climbs.
Is Tanzania safe for tourists? Straight answers on safari safety, Arusha, Zanzibar, solo and female travel, and health, from our team in Arusha.
The best months to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, what the weather is like on the mountain, and which routes suit each season.
How much to tip safari guides, lodge staff and Kilimanjaro crews in Tanzania, with practical advice on cash and etiquette.
Tanzania visa fees, eVisa vs visa on arrival, passport rules, yellow fever and Zanzibar insurance: what travellers need to know in 2026.
A practical Tanzania safari packing list from local guides: clothing, health items, camera gear, documents and what to leave at home.
