Include your intended travel dates, number of
adults and children, preferred destinations,
accommodation level and approximate budget.
Also mention where you will arrive or start
your safari, such as Arusha, Dar es Salaam or
Zanzibar.

If your dates are flexible, tell us. These
details help the team prepare a proposal that
reflects your travel plans rather than a
generic itinerary.

Review the itinerary day by day and check the
travel dates, number of travellers, vehicle
arrangements, accommodation names or categories,
meals, transfers, flights and park activities.

Also confirm which park fees and services are
included, which expenses are excluded, the
payment schedule and the cancellation or
amendment conditions. Ask for clarification
about anything that is not stated clearly.

Yes. You can request adjustments before
confirming your booking. Depending on
availability, these may include changing the
order of destinations, adjusting overnight
stops, selecting a different accommodation
category or revising transfers.

Some changes affect transport arrangements,
park fees or accommodation costs. Ask for an
updated itinerary and price before accepting
the revised proposal.

A quotation or draft itinerary should not be
treated as a confirmed booking. Confirmation
depends on the required booking steps, payment
terms and availability of the relevant
services.

Before making non-refundable travel
arrangements, obtain written confirmation
showing the agreed dates, itinerary,
accommodation arrangements and payment status.

Accommodation availability can vary by date
and property. If your preferred lodge or camp
is unavailable, ask which alternatives are
being proposed and whether they differ in
location, facilities, meal arrangements or price.

Do not assume that an alternative has been
accepted automatically. Confirm the final
accommodation arrangements in writing.

Not necessarily. Some itineraries include
domestic flights, while others use road
transfers or a combination of transport options.
The answer depends on the package you choose.

Check your quotation for the flight routes,
whether airport transfers are included and
whether baggage charges or other airline costs
are covered. Confirm these details before
paying for the package.

Small aircraft used for safari transfers can
have stricter baggage limits than international
flights. The permitted weight, bag dimensions
and accepted luggage type depend on the
operating airline and aircraft.

Ask for the baggage allowance for your specific
flight before packing. A soft-sided bag may be
required on some services, so do not assume a
standard hard-shell suitcase will be accepted.

Important: use the confirmed airline’s current
baggage rules rather than relying on a general
weight limit from another safari itinerary.

You can plan to arrive before the safari start
date, but accommodation, airport transfers and
any extra activities should be arranged
separately unless they are already included in
your itinerary.

Share your international flight details and
intended arrival time with your safari team.
This helps clarify where you will stay and how
you will reach the safari departure point.

The effect depends on the length of the delay
and whether you have a same-day domestic flight,
transfer or activity. Contact your safari team
as soon as you learn about a disruption.

Provide your updated arrival information so
the available options can be checked. Changes
to flights, accommodation or transfers may
involve extra costs and depend on supplier
availability and the applicable terms.

Storage may be possible depending on where you
are staying, your itinerary and the facility’s
arrangements. It should not be assumed to be
available or included in the package.

If you are combining a safari with a beach
holiday or another destination, ask in advance
whether secure storage is available and whether
any charge applies.

Inform the safari team about dietary
requirements when requesting your quotation
or as early as possible before departure.
Explain any allergies, food restrictions or
other requirements clearly.

The team can check the arrangements with the
relevant accommodation providers. Availability
and the level of accommodation for special
dietary needs should be confirmed before travel.

You can state your preferred room arrangement
when booking. For example, specify whether you
need a double bed, twin beds or separate rooms.

Requests depend on the accommodation’s room
inventory and policies. Ask for the arrangement
to be noted on the booking and confirm whether
it has been guaranteed or is still a request.

A lodge is generally a permanent property with
constructed guest rooms and facilities. A
tented camp uses tented accommodation, which
can range from simple to highly equipped.
A mobile camp is designed to move between
locations according to its operating plan.

Facilities vary significantly between
properties. Before choosing, check the actual
accommodation, bathroom arrangements, power
availability, meals and location listed in
your itinerary.

Read more about

Tanzania camping safaris

and

private mobile camping safaris
.

You can ask whether an upgrade is possible.
It depends on availability, the property’s
policies and any additional cost. An upgrade
should only be considered confirmed after the
revised arrangements and price are agreed
in writing.

Mobile coverage varies by park, route,
accommodation and network provider. Some
locations have usable signal or Wi-Fi, while
others have limited or no connectivity.

If you need regular internet access for work
or communication, ask about connectivity at
the specific camps or lodges on your itinerary.
Do not rely on continuous coverage during
game drives.

Charging facilities depend on the accommodation
and its power arrangements. Some camps have
regular electricity, while others may use
generators, solar systems or limited charging
schedules.

Confirm the facilities at your selected
accommodation. Carry suitable charging
equipment and consider spare camera batteries
or a power bank where permitted.

You can discuss your photography interests
with your guide and request suitable stops
when conditions and park rules allow. Wildlife
sightings are unpredictable, and safe stopping
places or time constraints may affect what
is possible.

If photography is a major priority, mention
it when planning your itinerary so that your
expectations can be discussed before booking.

Explain your requirements before confirming
a safari. Include any mobility limitations,
equipment you need to bring and any assistance
required during transfers, accommodation stays
or activities.

Access varies by vehicle, park, lodge, camp
and activity. The specific arrangements must
be checked before booking; do not assume every
location or vehicle is accessible.

Use the contact details provided in your
booking confirmation or by your safari team.
Contact them promptly if there is a problem
with a transfer, accommodation, scheduled
activity or another confirmed arrangement.

Keep your itinerary and booking contact
information accessible during the trip.
For an immediate medical or personal safety
emergency, seek local emergency assistance
first where necessary.

Available payment methods depend on the
arrangements offered for your booking. Ask
which methods are accepted, what currency
applies, whether bank or transaction fees
may arise and how payment should be made.

Use the payment instructions supplied through
your confirmed booking process. Keep receipts
and written confirmation of any payment.

It may. Prices can depend on accommodation
availability, supplier rates, flights, park
fees and the season in which you travel.
A change of date may also affect availability
for particular camps or activities.

Request a revised quotation before agreeing
to a date change. Ask whether any amendment
charges or supplier penalties apply to your
existing booking.

Cancellation and amendment conditions depend
on the terms agreed for your booking and the
policies of the suppliers involved. Charges
or refunds may vary according to when the
change is requested and which services have
already been paid for.

Read your booking terms before paying. If
circumstances change, contact your safari
team as soon as possible and request written
confirmation of the available options and
any financial implications.

Travel insurance is worth considering for
medical emergencies, travel disruptions,
cancellations, baggage problems and other
unexpected events, depending on the policy
you choose.

Check the policy wording carefully, including
exclusions and any requirements for safari
activities, medical evacuation or pre-existing
conditions. Make sure the cover matches your
itinerary and personal circumstances.

Keep the written booking confirmation,
final itinerary, payment information and
supplier details together. These documents
should be your reference for confirmed dates,
accommodation, transfers, inclusions and
applicable terms.

If any detail is missing or unclear, ask for
clarification before departure rather than
relying on an assumption.