Our safari vehicles are 4*4  Toyota Land Cruisers with an open roof for wildlife  viewing. The seats have been changed to full size seats to make your time most comfortable.

You will spend a great deal of time with your highly experienced driver-guide during your safari and for most visitors, the success of the safari is greatly enhanced by their interaction with him. At Voice Of Africa Adventures, we believe that we have the best  knowledgeable and professional driver-guides in the business and we are flattered that much of our traveler’s feedback reflects this opinion.

Your driver-guide will ensure that you see as much wildlife as possible, assist in finding you the best photo-opportunities, drive you safely around the safari locations, be available to answer your every query and generally to help you with any difficulties you encounter. We encourage you to use your driver-guide as a walking encyclopedia ask him not only about the wildlife but also Tanzania culture, it’s customs and it’s people. He will be proud and delighted to share his knowledge with you.

Packing for your first African safari can be quite the challenge. Don’t stress too much on what to pack, just keep it simple and pack lightly, the luggage you can bring on safari vehicles or smaller planes is limited. Lot of lodges and camps offer laundry services, so there is no need to bring different clothes for each day of your trip. Below is our advice on what you need for safari in Tanzania: 

• Clothes
  • Long sleeved shirt and trousers: Ensure you’re warm overnight, keep mosquitoes away, and protect you from the sun
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunglasses
  • Shorts
  • T-Shirt
  • Rain jacket 
  • Fleece jacket/warm sweater
  • Socks
  • Hat: Project your face from the sun
  • Nice outfit: For dinners or time in a city
  • Sarong: Very useful for women to wrap around if you need to relieve yourself in a bush or after swimming 
  • Daypack: A small one that you can take on daily trips. It’s best to wear layers of light breathable clothes with this. Neutral colors will keep bugs away and won’t scare off wildlife.
• Footwear:
  
  • A pair of sneakers or trail runners: Hiking shoes are only necessary if you are going to climb a mountain, otherwise, choose lighter shoes
  • Flip flops or sandals: Great for relaxing at your accommodation, swimming, and taking a shower.-A pair of sneakers or trial runners:hiking shoes are only necessary of you are going to climb a mountain,otherwise choose lighter shoes
• Gadgets/electronics:
  • Camera
  • Charger and/or batteries
  • Extra memory card
  • Headlamps/flashlight
  • Phone(s): Many accommodations offer free Wi-Fi
• Medical kit:
  
  • Anti-diarrhea medication
  • Anti-malaria medication
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen/paracetamol, etc)
  • Nose spray
  • Eye drops (It can be very dusty on the African plains)
  • Plaster and anti-bacteria  
  • Tweezers
  • Cold/flu medication 
  • Antihistamines for allergies and insects
• Toiletries:
  
  • Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, skin lotion, shampoo/conditioner, etc
  • Sunscreen
  • After sun lotion
  • Bug spray/insect repellant
  • Lip balm with SPF
  • Wet wipes
• Documents:
  • Passport (valid a minimum of 6 months prior to entry)
  • Yellow fever health card (Customs can ask for it upon arrival)
  • Visa (can be bought for $50 USD in Tanzania and $100 USD for American citizens)
  • Medical insurance
  • Credit card
  • Cash: Note that Tanzanian banks only receive USD printed after 2006
  • Medical insurance
  • Credit card
  • Airline tickets

On your safari we will provide food according to your requirement. We pride ourself on the quality of the food our team is able to provide while out on safari. With years of experience, our team of cooks are also able to take a very good care of those of a special requirement such as vegan, vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free diet. If you have any other special dietary requirement please let us know in advance and we will provide accordingly. If you would like to try local food let us know prior to your safari and we will include some local dishes on your menu

Visitors may wish to take a balloon safari– these are available at Ndutu, Serengeti and Tarangire. Prices vary and although the balloon safaris are not operated by Voice of Africa Adventures, we can book these for you.

Any trip to Tanzania would be incomplete without encountering the Tanzanians themselves. The Maasai are a warm, friendly, and diverse people with a wealth of tradition that most visitors find truly fascinating. A visit to a Maasai village is a highlight for some visitors, a great insight into these people’s culture but inevitably, some villagers see travelers as an opportunity to sell their wares. Some travelers find this annoying and it is advisable to skip the optional village trip if you are one of those irritated by this practice. The cost to visit the village is $59 per vehicle. Please email us to schedule arrangements.

Tipping is a customary practice within the tourism industry in Tanzania. While we pay fair and ethical salaries to our staff, our staff also rely on tips as part of their income. We generally advise to tip $20 USD per day for the guides and $15 USD per day for the (for camping safaris). This can be divided by everyone in the group and should be given to your guide/cook at the end of the safari.

Giving more is welcomed. The above figures are only for guidance and can of course be varied at the clients discretion.

We offer group-joining! For dates and routes for our joined group please contact us at info@voiceofafricaadventures.com and for more information.

We offer a variety of accommodations for travelers, from basic camping in portable tents to lodges and luxury tents. Please contact us at info@voiceofafricaadventures.com for more information on our packages.