East Africa Safari & Coast

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  Jessica

  Asked on May 22nd, 2026

  What vaccinations or pills must I get or bring for travel to Kenya, Tanzania, and a return-flight connection in Ethiopia?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information or for any necessary vaccinations before departure. We recommend that you carry a first aid kit as well as any personal medical requirements in their original packaging as they may not easily be obtained while travelling. If you are carrying medication, ensure you check your government's foreign travel advice for any local restrictions or requirements.
    
    A valid international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required in many countries if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever (eg. Kenya). You may need to present this on arrival at the airport or border crossing. Some countries will refuse entry if you are unable to present your certificate. It's also quite common for your home country to request a Yellow Fever certificate on your arrival back home. It is your responsibility to check with your doctor well in advance of leaving home about the Yellow Fever requirements for the countries you'll be visiting.
    
    Malaria and Dengue are mosquito-borne diseases commonly found in many parts of Africa. Before you travel, discuss your itinerary with a doctor and monitor your government foreign travel advice for up-to-date information on risk levels in particular areas. To reduce your risk of mosquito bites, protect yourself by using insect repellent and wearing long, loose, light-coloured clothing. Malaria symptoms typically appear 7–30 days after infection and may include fever, chills, headache, and fatigue. Doctors can prescribe medication to help prevent Malaria, so it's important to consult your healthcare provider before travelling. Dengue symptoms generally emerge 4–10 days after being bitten. These may include high fever, severe headache, joint and muscle pain, nausea, and rash. As there is no specific medication for Dengue prevention, avoiding mosquito bites is key. If you develop symptoms of Malaria or Dengue while travelling or after returning home, seek medical attention straight away.
    
    As a rule, we recommend you don't drink tap water, even in hotels, as it may contain much higher levels of different minerals than the water you are used to at home. For local people, this is not a problem as their bodies are used to this and can cope, but for visitors drinking the tap water can result in illness. Generally, this isn't serious, an upset stomach being the only symptom, but it's enough to spoil a day or two of your holiday. Many hotels and lodges provide safe drinking water, while bottled water is another alternative. Water consumption should be about two litres a day. Rehydration salts, motion sickness tablets, and diarrhea blockers are available from many pharmacies - please source from home and bring them with you on your travels.
    
    It is best to avoid dark coloured clothes such as blue and black while on safari. These colours can attract the biting tsetse fly.
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  Audrey

  Asked on October 30th, 2025

  your description does not say anything of the optional balloon ride in serengeti. it says to look at day 7 info but it is not there. please tell me a bit about it. also, please can you tell me names of camps/lodges we would be staying at, so i can look them up? other tours provide names of accomodations, so would like to be able to compare. on lake victoria, what town are we staying in? that is not mentioned either.

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025

    Day 6 Optional activity: Serengeti National Park - Balloon Ride. There is another optional balloon ride this morning, offered as a pre-booked service, which will guarantee you a place. If you would rather wait and try to get a better price by booking this locally on the ground, you are welcome to – but keep in mind that this is a popular activity and places are limited.
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  Sheila

  Asked on February 4th, 2025

  I am trying to coordinate 2 trips with Intrepid. The fist trip is to Cape town, Africa for 5days starting on June 27-July 1 and the second trip is East Africa for 13 days (July 1-13). How can I make reservation that everything is smooth.

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025

    When booking through TourRadar there is no option to have multiple trips on 1 booking so you would need to make 2 separate reservations. However, once this is done we can make the internal notes on our end so that our team is aware that you will be doing these 2 trips back to back.
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  Pau

  Asked on February 1st, 2025

  Are bathroom facilities available during camping?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025

    Campsites are equipped with basic bathroom facilities to meet essential hygiene needs during the stay.
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  May

  Asked on January 23rd, 2025

  Can specific dietary requirements be accommodated?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025

    Yes, please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking to ensure appropriate meals are provided.
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  Melanie

  Asked on December 22nd, 2024

  What are the visa requirements for travel?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

    Visa requirements vary by nationality. It is recommended to check the latest requirements from official resources or consult with our travel experts.
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  Pamela

  Asked on October 31st, 2024

  will we be able to see the great migration of the wildebeest? That is kind of on my bucketlist as well as seeing Mount Kilimanjaro and seeing the Big 5 in Serengeti and Maasai Mara as well as visiting beautiful Zanzibar.

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

    We are excited to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions. If you are keen on seeing the Great Migration in the Serengeti this would be a good trip to do so. However, you will need to travel during July - October when the Wildebeest are doing their migration however it is not something that we can guarantee.
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  Jolanda

  Asked on October 29th, 2024

  What lodging options are available on the Safari?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

    Lodging includes camping with basic facilities, providing an authentic experience while maintaining essential amenities.
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  Nathalie

  Asked on August 25th, 2024

  What activities are planned for the safari?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

    The safari includes various activities such as game drives and night safaris, offering ample opportunities to experience local wildlife.
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  Ludwig

  Asked on August 6th, 2024

  What transportation is available during the safari?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

    Transportation during the safari typically involves travel in vehicles like Land Cruisers, often equipped with open roofs to facilitate wildlife viewing.