Roy Safaris Limited - Beach Holidays Zanzibar

CLIMATE

Tanzania is a land without winter. The hilly country in the North has a pleasant climate from June to September. The coast is generally hot and humid with an average temperature of 30 degrees celcius. The main rainy season is from March to May, the hottest being from October to February. Temps at the summit of Kili, range from -20 to -25C.

LANGUAGE

The National Language is Kiswahili. English is widely spoken.

PASSPORTS
& VISAS

All visitors to Tanzania must have passports valid for travel to Tanzania as well as visas to enter Tanzania obtainable from our diplomatic representatives abroad.See VISA SECTION below.

Currently, visas are available at TZ Airports & Borderposts (if you intend purchasing a visa on arrival, please check with the TZ diplomatic reps abroad or check with us prior to make sure this option is available).

Note: YOU MUST come with a health certificate read (Health) below

RESPONSIBILITY & INSURANCE

It must be clearly understood that these are adventure safaris and there are certain dangers and risks which are inevitable. Whilst every care is taken for the safety and comfort of our clients, the company accepts no liability for allor any of the following:

Damage or loss of property of any client, howsoever caused.
Sickness, infection, injury or death of the clients, howesoever caused.
Change of itenary due to road and weather conditions.
Damages, directly or indirectly, arising out of delays in departure or arrival including delays occassioned by the missing of road, rail, ship or aircraft connections.

It is therefore understood, on receiving a clients' booking that necessary insurance covers against these and other risks have been taken care of by the client.

HEALTH

Visitors to Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar should have an International Certificate of vaccine against Yellow Fever. It is also advisable that a certificate against Cholera be obtained. Anti-malarial tablets are recommended to be taken a few days prior to arrival, during your stay and a short period after returning. (However, we strongly recommend that you consult your G.P.)For those going Mountain trekking, we will assume you have received prior consent from your G.P & Dentist. Note if you have a cough, cold, or any respiratory illnesses, diabetes(or any illness due to irregular blood sugar levels) do NOT attempt to trek these mountains, It can be dangerous and could prove fatal. If you do attempt it anyway(we need written approval from your GP), park regulations restrict you to trek above 3000m. If you have any physical disabilities please let us know. Aslo note:You are NOT permitted to trek these mountains if you have any of the following; Cardiac problems, high/low blood pressure, pulmonary diseases as well as respiratory problems.
Extensive reading on mountain/high altitude releated & tropical diseases is highly
recommended.

CURRENCY

Foreign currency can be exchanged for local currency at the banks and bureau de changes. Changing money on the streets is prohibited and dangerous.

CREDIT CARDS:
Although some hotels accept Credit Cards. Credit cards cannot be widely used. It is strongly recommended that you come with a fair amount of Travellers Cheques (safer) and cash. In place that they can be used, surcharges of between 11.8% - 15% or more should be expected.

BAGGAGE ON SAFARI

Baggage size must be reasonable.

On safari: Unless there are 2 pax only in the vehicle, we will NOT take suitcases.
(one backpack per person of max. 20kgs is fine)
On our treks (Kilimanjaro, Meru ) we will NOT take suitcases. One medium sized duffel- bag or back-pack is ok (max.15 kgs ). For Kilimanjaro especially, bags must be water-proof. A small day-pack will be found handy.

WHAT TO BRING

Comfortable safari clothing, including a hat and a pair of good walking shoes. Cool, light clothing for the day and something warm to wear at night(Temp at Ngorongoro rim often drops to 2-3C). Long sleeves and trousers help against insects. A pair of sunglasses will be found useful. Your own toiletry requirements, including some insect repellent, some form of antihistamine cream and suntan lotion. A relaxing pastime such as a good book for the siesta hours and a swimming costume should be included. Sleeping-bags & towels(For camping safaris) & Of course, you will want to capture as much of Tanzania's wildlife and beauty on film as possible. So don't forget a camera and bring lots of film!! A medium range telephoto lens will be found useful as will a pair of binoculars.

For mountain trekking checklist please visit the Mountain climbing page.

RESERVATIONS AND CANCELLATIONS

A 30% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance to be paid at least 30 days before the tour begins. For last minute reservations conditions will change.

CANCELLATIONS:

Prior to tour departure, for cancellations received by us in writing:-
from booking time to 35 days prior : 30% tour cost
34-15days prior:                                     50% tour cost
14-7days prior:                                       75% tour cost
6days or less prior or no show:         100% tour cost

There are no refunds for unused portions of the program, and refunds will not be made to clients who do not complete the tour for any reason whatsoever. Amendments made to the itinerary once paid for may result in additional costs.

HOW TO GET TO TANZANIA

To Kilimanjaro Airport (KLM, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Kenya, Air Tanzania, Precision Air)
To Dar es Salaam International Airport (British Airways, Emirates, Gulf Air, Swiss Air, Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Alliance Air, KLM, Air Tanzania, Precision Air)
To Nairobi (KLM, Sabena, British Airways, Swiss Air, Egypt Air, Ethiopian airlines, Emirates, Kenya Airways, etc)

LOCALLY TO ARUSHA:-
FROM NAIROBI TO ARUSHA BY ROAD:
Shuttle buses from Nairobi to Arusha depart twice daily at: 08h00 and 14h00. Cost*: US$20 p.p (one way) and the approx. travel time is 5-6 hours.
Shuttle used by us:- Riverside shuttle (C/o Safariworld); Contact: Tel.: 502626 / 502843 (Nairobi)
We can book this for you. However, you need to call them to reconfirm your seats.

FROM NAIROBI(NBO) TO ARUSHA/JRO BY AIR:
(These are one way flight costs. Note prices are as at 15/1/01 and can change without notice.)
(i) AIR KENYA: from NBO Wilson Airport to JRO airport: US$135 + $40apt tax = US$175pp
AIR KENYA & REGIONAL AIR:from NBO Wilson apt to Arusha: US$170 + $40apt tax = US$210pp
(ii) PRECISION AIR: JKIA, Nairobi - JRO airport: US$107 + $40apt tax = US$147pp
(iii) AIR TANZANIA: JKIA, Nairobi - JRO airport: US$104 + $40apt tax = US$144pp

FROM DAR-ES-SALAAM To ARUSHA/JRO: (fares can change without notice)
i) BY LUXURY BUS: Dar - Arusha: US$20pp One way
ii) BY AIR:- PRECISION AIR: Dar - Arusha: US$169pp (o/w)
AIR TANZANIA: Dar - JRO: US$110pp (o/w)
AIR EXCEL: Dar - Arusha: US$175pp (o/w)
COASTAL AIR: Dar - Arusha: US$195pp (o/w)

WHAT TIME OF THE YEAR IS BEST?

When we say best, we mean the time the park / area is at its best, during other times, it can still be visited.

Serengeti :	November-July (migration: Ser.-MMara: May/June & MMara-Ser.:Nov/Dec. - rainfall dependant) Migratory Animals are in Serengeti usually Nov- May/June
Ndutu:	Dec-Feb
Ngorongoro :	Almost year-round
Ndutu:	Dec-Feb
Lake Manyara :	December - June
Tarangire :	July - November
Arusha Nat. Park :	Almost year-round
L. Natron & Eyasi :	July - November
Kilimanjaro :	Year-round except April - May(Long rains)
Zanzibar :	June - September; Oct - March
Selous & Ruaha	July - end February

VISA AND TANZANIA MISSIONS ABROAD

In order to avoid any possible inconveniences at the entry points in Tanzania, Visitors are urged to obtain visas prior to arrival. Nationals of one of the places named below or those who are stateless or hold a non-national travel document or passport issued by an authority not recognised by the United Rep. Of Tanzania, MUST have a visa valid for each time they enter Tanzania.

Citizens travelling on a passport of the following countries MUST obtain a visa :

Afghanistan, Albani, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Azrabaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burma, Burundi, Cambodia, Canada, Cape Verde,Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China (Peoples Republic of), Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Congo (Democratic Republic of), Costa Rica, Cote D'Ivoire, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El-Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fuji, Finland, France, Gabon, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Holland, Holy See, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Independent State of Samoa, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan Kazakhstan, Korea (North & South), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Liberia, Lithuania, Libya, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malagasy, Maldives, Nigar, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Sao Tome & Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerlandm Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenisten, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Yugoslavia (all travelling documents issued by former SFR of Yugoslavia or present Yugoslav Authorities).

If you are a national of any country not listed or described above you may not need a visa. However, it is best that you consult the nearest Tanzania Mission for information.

Some contacts of Tanzania Missions abroad

Place	Telephone	Fax

Bonn, Germany	0228 358051-54	0225 358226
Brusseld	640 6500 / 6527	646 8026
Geneva	4122731 8920	4122 7328255
London	171 499 8951 / 491 3600	171 491 9321
Moscow	2318126 / 2315431	230 2968
Nairobi	02-331056 / 7	20-721874
New Delhi	6853016 / 7	6869410
New Yok	212 972 9160	212 682 5232
Ottawa	613 232 1500 /1509	612 232 5182
Paris	331 4755 0546	331 5370 6366
Pretoria	331 4755 0546	27 12 434 383
Riyadh	0495 406811	00966 1454 9660
Rome	06 36 10901
Stockholm	08244870	00468 109815
Tokyo	03 425 4561 / 3	008133 425 7844
Washington	202 9939 6129	202 797 7408