Frequently Asked Questions
About Your Trip
Is there a lot of driving through East Africa?
To pack so much into a short time, there are some long drives and although the distances are not great, some of the roads are quite poor and bumpy especially after the rainy seasons. We include breaks for toilet facilities, shopping, photos and meals as much as possible, so you can strech your legs at various times during the day. The spectacular scenery and glimpses of village life when travelling make the journeys more enjoyable but come prepared with a sense of adventure (and humour) for a holiday of a lifetime!
Jim Eite - Product Manager
Is it easy to get a Tanzanian visa on arrival?
For British passport holders, it's very straightforward. You need a clean $50 dollar bill (notes issued before 2001 are NOT accepted ) and the window is on the right as you enter the arrivals building. Please note passports and visas are your own responsibility and we cannot be responsible for any problems you may encounter.
Tom Bowring - Customer Operations
What are the camping facilities like in Selous?
This is a full service camping trip, where all the camp duties are performed for you, although if you want to muck in and help this is possible!! Although the camping will be comfortable there may not always be full washing facilities, so you need to come prepared for this, it is a remote safari experience.
Whilst on safari we camp, in large safari tents, with aluminium camp beds, mattresses and sleeping bags provided. We have a small generator which is used for storage for the food, but there are also small electric lanterns . At dinner time chairs and tables are also provided.
Tom Bowring - East Africa Operations
What food can I expect while on safari?
Breakfasts normally consists of cereals, bread and jams, eggs, fruit and juices. Lunch will generally be taken during the safari and will be picnic style, with salad, sandwiches, fruit and something sweet!
Dinner will be a full cooked meal, usually soup, followed by either stews or cooked meats or fish and fruit for pudding. Fresh drinking water is supplied throughout.
Tom Bowring - East Africa Operations
Tanzania Specific Questions
Unfortunately we are not qualified to answer all your questions in regards to travel health, so we strongly recommend you contact your GP or a Travel Health Clinic at least 8 weeks prior to departure for up-to-date information. There will be limited information in the trip notes but you should always seek further qualified medical advice.
Nomad Travel Clinics are experts in preparing people for travel, providing advice on vaccinations, anti-malarial and staying healthy whilst overseas. We have arranged a special 10% discount for Exodus passengers on any vaccinations that you may require! Take along your Nomad discount card, sent with your confirmation pack, or call Exodus for your special discount code.
Visit www.nomadtravel.co.uk/exodus for further information.
For additional information please visit: www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk
Charlotte Taylor - Customer Operations
How should I take my money for Tanzania?
US dollars cash is best, and this is changed into the local currency, the Shilling. We price most activities in our trip notes in dollars, simply to make it easier to calculate costs but you will not be spending dollars directly.
Certain optional activities may be possible to pay in dollars but please note that dollars are not legal tender in Tanzania. There are some ATMs in Arusha and Stonetown, but money is best changed upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport.
Tom Bowring - Tanzania Operations
Tanzania country guide (including plugs!)
Please visit the Exodus Travel Guide to Tanzania where you can find out what plugs they use, as well as more detailed Country information in the menu on the left of the page.
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