Travel Guides & Tips

Kilimanjaro Preparation

Real, practical prep advice before you go

Acclimatization and Altitude Sickness

The real challenge on Kilimanjaro isn't fitness -- it's altitude

What to Pack for Kilimanjaro

A real, complete packing list for the mountain

While on the Mountain

What to actually expect during the climb itself

Good Time to Climb Kilimanjaro

Real seasonal guidance for choosing your climb dates

Best Route to Climb Kilimanjaro

An honest comparison of the real route options

Tanzania Safari Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers to the questions we hear most

Mount Kilimanjaro Climb FAQs

Real answers to common Kilimanjaro climbing questions

Tanzania Safari in January: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in January

Tanzania Safari in February: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in February

Tanzania Safari in March: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in March

Tanzania Safari in April: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in April

Tanzania Safari in May: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in May

Tanzania Safari in June: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in June

Tanzania Safari in July: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in July

Tanzania Safari in August: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in August

Tanzania Safari in September: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in September

Tanzania Safari in October: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in October

Tanzania Safari in November: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in November

Tanzania Safari in December: Weather, Wildlife and Crowds

What to expect on a Tanzania safari in December

Tanzania Safari from The USA: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from the USA

Tanzania Safari from The UK: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from the UK

Tanzania Safari from Canada: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Canada

Tanzania Safari from Australia: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Australia

Tanzania Safari from Germany: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Germany

Tanzania Safari from France: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from France

Tanzania Safari from India: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from India

Tanzania Safari from South Africa: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from South Africa

Tanzania Safari from The UAE: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from the UAE

Tanzania Safari from China: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from China

Tanzania Safari from The Netherlands: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from the Netherlands

Tanzania Safari from Italy: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Italy

Tanzania Safari from Spain: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Spain

Tanzania Safari from Ireland: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Ireland

Tanzania Safari from Singapore: Flights, Visa and Planning

Flights, visas and trip planning for travelers from Singapore

3-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 3-day Tanzania safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 4-day Tanzania safari

5-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 5-day Tanzania safari

6-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 6-day Tanzania safari

7-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 7-day Tanzania safari

8-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 8-day Tanzania safari

9-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 9-day Tanzania safari

10-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 10-day Tanzania safari

12-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 12-day Tanzania safari

14-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary: What's Realistic

What's realistically possible on a 14-day Tanzania safari

Nyerere National Park (Selous): A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Ruaha National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Katavi National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Mikumi National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Saadani National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Udzungwa Mountains National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Mahale Mountains National Park: Chimpanzee Trekking Guide

Chimpanzee Trekking Guide

Gombe Stream National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Rubondo Island National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Mkomazi National Park: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Lake Natron: A Complete Visitor Guide

A Complete Visitor Guide

Coffee Farm Tours Near Arusha: A Visitor Guide

A Visitor Guide

Where to See Leopards on a Tanzania Safari

A real, practical guide

Where to See Lions on a Tanzania Safari

A real, practical guide

Where to See Cheetahs on a Tanzania Safari

A real, practical guide

Where to See Black Rhino in Tanzania

A real, practical guide

Elephant Safaris in Tanzania: Where to Go

Where to Go

Great Migration River Crossings: A Complete Guide

A Complete Guide

Bird Watching in Tanzania: A Complete Guide

A Complete Guide

Hippo and Crocodile Sightings in Tanzania: Where to Go

Where to Go

Wildebeest Migration Explained: Route and Timing

Route and Timing

Big Cats of the Serengeti: A Complete Guide

A Complete Guide

Night Wildlife in Tanzania: What You Can See

What You Can See

Zebra and Wildebeest: Why They Migrate Together

Why They Migrate Together

Budget Tanzania Safari Cost Guide

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Mid-Range Tanzania Safari Cost Guide

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Luxury Tanzania Safari Cost Guide

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Private vs Group Safari: Cost Comparison

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Hidden Costs to Know Before Booking a Tanzania Safari

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

How Much to Tip on a Tanzania Safari

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Group Safari Discounts: How They Work

Real, honest pricing guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Travel Insurance for a Tanzania Safari: What to Check

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Yellow Fever Certificate Requirements for Tanzania

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

SIM Cards and Internet Access on a Tanzania Safari

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Money, ATMs and Currency on a Tanzania Safari

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Vaccinations and Health Preparation for Tanzania

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Domestic Flights Between Tanzania's Parks: A Guide

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Best Camera Gear for a Tanzania Safari

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Drone Rules on a Tanzania Safari

Practical, real-world guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Combo: How to Plan It

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Tanzania Safari Combo

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari: How to Plan It

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Tanzania Safari Combo

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Mount Meru Climb and Safari Combo

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Zanzibar Beach Extension After a Safari: Planning Guide

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Pemba Island Add-On After a Tanzania Safari

How to combine this with a Tanzania safari

Best Ngorongoro Crater Lodges and Camps

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Best Serengeti Luxury Camps

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Best Tarangire Lodges and Camps

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Best Budget Camps in the Northern Circuit

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Mobile Tented Camps in Tanzania: What to Expect

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Best Lodges for Stargazing in Tanzania

What to look for, and how to choose the right property for your trip

Solo Female Travel Safety on a Tanzania Safari

Honest, practical guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Traveling to Tanzania with Elderly Parents: A Guide

Honest, practical guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Tanzania Safaris for Travelers with Disabilities

Honest, practical guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

Taking Teenagers on a Tanzania Safari

Honest, practical guidance from Abakombe Tours and Safaris

The Great Migration Month by Month

A real, practical guide

Ndutu Calving Season Explained

A real, practical guide

How the Mara River Crossings Work

A real, practical guide

Grumeti River Crossings Explained

A real, practical guide

How to Photograph the Great Migration

A real, practical guide

How to Combine Serengeti and Zanzibar

A real, practical guide

Serengeti Migration Crossing Points Explained

A real, practical guide