{"id":13715,"date":"2018-05-16T09:00:29","date_gmt":"2018-05-16T08:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=13715"},"modified":"2019-08-06T08:45:50","modified_gmt":"2019-08-06T07:45:50","slug":"everything-wish-knew-visiting-tanzania-safari-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/everything-wish-knew-visiting-tanzania-safari-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Tanzania on a Safari Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Safe to say, there\u2019s nowhere else in the world like Africa<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>Before I embarked on an <\/span>11-Day tour to Tanzania<\/b> with <\/span>Topdeck Trave<\/b><\/a>l<\/a> <\/strong>(operated locally in partnership with <\/span>Acacia Africa<\/b><\/a>) I was overwhelmed with questions that I wanted the answers too about wondered what it would really be like on a safari tour in Africa. I mean, I had a pretty solid understanding of what the experience would be like but didn\u2019t quite expect the journey to live up to the hype of my colleagues and friends promising that \u2018Africa will change my life\u2019. Turns out a trip to Tanzania is actually pretty awesome, not to mention life changing! <\/span><\/p>\n

Without a doubt, a trip to Africa will stay with you forever. From developing a more open mind or building a daring attitude, to sampling new cuisines or spending less time glued to your smartphone: it all counts. <\/span><\/p>\n

Read on for a few key take-outs from my journey to Tanzania and everything I wish I knew before I embarked on my first African safari<\/a>.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Views from inside our 4×4 safari vehicle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

1. You will rise early almost every day<\/b><\/h2>\n

Lucky for me, I\u2019m naturally an early riser but something that a few travel buddies on my safari tour did not plan for or anticipate was the early mornings. Depending on where we were headed the next day, some mornings we rose as early as 5 am to cook breakfast, pack up the tents and hit the road bright and early to go animal spotting. <\/span><\/p>\n

Depending on what time of the year you travel, it can get seriously HOT in the middle of the day which makes driving around spotting animals in extreme temperatures not-so-enjoyable; hence why the days start early (to escape the heat) and so you can reach the next destination before the sun goes down. <\/span><\/p>\n

You might be short in annual leave, but allowing an extra day to recover and catch up on some sleep after your safari tour might be the smartest move you could make before returning to work or school.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel on: <\/em>a Safari & Beach tour <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Camping at Kippepeo beach in Dar Es Salaam at the start of our tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2. You will need to participate daily in the cooking, shopping, cleaning and preparing all food<\/b><\/h2>\n

Many safari adventures would describe their tours \u2018participatory\u2019 which basically means you are responsible for cooking, cleaning, shopping and working as a group to feed yourselves. This also involves erecting your text every morning and night. If you\u2019re not prepared for this type of experience then it\u2019s best you reconsider if this type of tour is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ngorongoro Crater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Admittedly, it\u2019s not for everyone, but if you\u2019re hoping to sneak by doing just the bare minimum I guarantee you will feel the wrath of your group at some point, and nobody wants that while on holiday, do they? <\/span><\/p>\n

If you are worried about the food cooked daily, let me tell you this: each meal is nothing short of amazing! From traditional stews cooked over a campfire, to BBQs to more Western-style foods determined by the group, there\u2019s always something for the foodies.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. The safari truck is literally a beast of a truck<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re a transport nerd like me, the first time you lay eyes on your rolling home will excite you to no end. Picture this: a twin-cab truck (not a bus, coach, or van) and 22 seats in the back. The actual truck itself was equipped with surprisingly comfy seats, tables and power ports to keep your camera or iPhone going.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel on: <\/em>an Overland safari <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Our portable home for the 11-day tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As you drive along the dirt roads of Tanzania you are free to move around the back of the truck and during long drives, you will have access to your daily food and drinks fresh (in the onboard drinks cooler) along with your belongings safely stowed in secure lockers big enough for your entire luggage. \u00a0<\/span>Everything else; camping equipment, cooking gear and evening food supplies will be stored under the truck.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel on: <\/em>a Tanzania safari <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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This is where your luggage will live for the week<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One thing you might need to know is that the air conditioning might be more of the, well, natural kind. Some trucks might not have fully functioning air conditioning in the back of the truck so windows down might be your next best option. But then, there\u2019s that whole issue of the dusty roads which means it might get a little bit \u2018warm\u2019 in the truck. You\u2019ve been warned.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Each and every game drive is completely different <\/b><\/h2>\n

Just when you think the Serengeti National Park in the north would be the same as the Serengeti National Park in the south is where you\u2019d be completely wrong. Each and every game drive is completely different and you will never see the same two sights twice. Watching seven lions chasing down a zebra is an experience that I\u2019ll probably never encounter again in my life which is why a safari adventure every single day is so damn thrilling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel on: <\/em>a Serengeti safari <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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As for the day trips and short safari drives, on our tour, we ditched the 22-seater safari truck and hopped into smaller 6-seater 4×4 safari vehicles to allow for a more nimble safari experience. There are also rules and regulations about how long a truck can be stopped nearby an animal for and how close they can get.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ngorongoro Crater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

5. You WILL see animals\u2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

One of my biggest concerns was that I wouldn\u2019t see a single lion, elephant or zebra. Turns out, there\u2019s hundreds of them! You\u2019ll never forget your first time spotting a pride of lions, a tower of giraffes or a dazzle of zebras.<\/span><\/p>\n

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See Also: <\/em>9 Thrilling Outdoor Activities in Tanzania<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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6. …but at the same time you\u2019re also not guaranteed to see anything <\/b><\/h2>\n

Yes, there might be hundreds of thousands of creatures hiding in the Serengeti National Park, but that doesn\u2019t mean a rhino or a cheetah is a guaranteed sight. As long as you keep an open mind it will reduce the chances of feeling disappointed for not seeing the Big 5 during your safari journey. <\/span><\/p>\n

7. Camping in Tanzania is not as remote as you might expect<\/b><\/h2>\n

Some campsites we stayed at were like any large camping site in Europe. There were bars, nearby markets, plenty of other groups we could mingle with and boasted modern shower facilities and the opportunity to upgrade to a hostel room if we wanted to. At the start our trip we also spent time in Zanzibar for a few nights and were spoilt with a modern hotel upgrade on the beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel on: <\/em>a Tanzania Zanzibar safari <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Zanzibar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the other hand, there were nights spent in the middle of nowhere and our group was literally camping under the stars which really added to the authenticity of our safari experience. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you do end up camping in the remote parts of Tanzania just keep in mind there are no fences in many campsites so roaming around at night away outside your campsite could be a huge mistake \u2013 especially once the nocturnal animals come out to play.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yes, Zanzibar really is this beautiful<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

8. You don\u2019t need to wear \u2018safari-themed\u2019 clothing <\/b><\/h2>\n

Leave the khaki coloured pants at home (unless you want to wear them) but these are by no means necessary. If you want a comprehensive list of everything you need to pack, take a look at our essential packing guide for a safari tour in Tanzania here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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9. An iPhone 5S (unsurprisingly) does not provide high-quality images<\/b><\/h2>\n

I\u2019m by no means an expert photographer but unfortunately, my little iPhone 5S did not perform its best when trying to zoom into a cheetah 100 metres away from our safari truck. I did manage to capture a selfie from the top of the truck with a giraffe just a few metres away but won\u2019t be winning any awards for my safari photography anytime soon. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you are a photography aficionado, it pays to have the right gear including a superzoom lens or a wide angle lens.<\/span><\/p>\n

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My new best friend, a giraffe!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

10. You\u2019ll learn the meaning of \u2018digital detox\u2019<\/b><\/h2>\n

To be honest, in most parts of Africa you don\u2019t really have a choice but to switch off and detox. Yes, Wi-Fi is readily available, but you\u2019ll spend more time trying to connect, only to discover your Whatsapp notifications won\u2019t actually load. <\/span><\/p>\n

It might sound like a millennial nightmare, but you might as well save yourself the tech-frustration and just switch off. Easy. No reception, no problems. Because, really, who has time for Instagram or Facebook when you\u2019ve got hundreds of animals to spot nearby?<\/span><\/p>\n

11. You\u2019ll uncover a new way to travel<\/b><\/h2>\n

Once you go overland, you might never go back. Admittedly, it\u2019s not for everyone but it sure is a hell of a journey. This ‘hands-on-adventure’ was an eye-opener about the many travel styles that a traditional group tour could actually cover. As for our group, all travellers from the first timers to the seasoned pros quickly learnt how to how to pitch a tent, cook over a campfire, and most importantly \u2013 squat behind the truck if nature calls (even if it involves a 12 ft. giraffe staring you down).<\/span><\/p>\n

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See Also: <\/em>Group Tours Vs Solo Travel: Which Travel Style is For You?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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A traffic jam wither everyone trying to spot a nearby cheetah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

12. Learn the lingo<\/b><\/h2>\n

Last, but not least, by picking up a few phrases here or there will guarantee you will instantly be rewarded with lifelong local friends. Across East Africa be sure to listen out for \u201cKaribu,\u201d meaning \u2018Welcome\u2019 or \u201cAsante Sana\u201d meaning \u2018Thank you very much\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

This crazy, adventurous and inspiring way to travel may leave you craving a hot shower but it will also leave you with memories to last a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ready to start your safari expedition? Take a look at our most popular safari tours in Africa.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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