Tanzania Safari Frequently Asked Questions

WHY CHOOSE ABAKOMBE TOURS If you are looking for private and “boutique” safaris, Abakombe Tours is what we specialized in and you will be traveling with a purpose as by booking with us you help the community. We tailor-make your holiday experience to suit your dream Africa experience by taking you to the less visited remote areas of Tanzania & Kenya with an authentic beach of  Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia island. TANZANIA SAFARI FAQ’S What makes Tanzania and Kenya the best safari destination in Africa is the awe-inspiring range of flora and fauna. This East African country is blessed with an incredible wealth of wildlife, arresting natural wonders, imposing mountains, lush rainforests and so much more. You will have the best time of your life in Tanzania Safari Tours. We receive many queries regarding traveling to these amazing destinations some of which we have tried to answer in our Tanzania Safari Faqs below: FOOD ON SAFARI Is it okay to eat salads, and fruits and drink water? The tap water in Tanzania is not safe for drinking directly. You can surely eat salads and eat fruits in Tanzania. A healthy diet will keep you away from any medical ailments. You can eat all kinds of fruits here as they are generally safe. Can special diets be accommodated? In most of the Tanzania Safari Faqs, we are asked about special diets in Tanzania and whether it is offered by Lifetime Safaris. For availing of the special diets, our clients are asked to inform us about their food requirements well in advance. Whether you are a vegetarian, or vegan, or require gluten-free or diabetic-friendly meals we can easily arrange them for you at your convenience. Making us aware of your food requirements during the booking of your safari itself will be of great help. Are there a lot of bugs in Tanzania? Yes, like any other tropical Country, Tanzania also hosts many bugs, insects, and mosquitoes. To safeguard our clients from these unfriendly hosts all hotels and tented camp rooms are sprayed with insect repellents. It is advisable to carry insect repellents along with you while traveling to Tanzania. What's the food like on the safari? The delicious cuisines of Tanzania are a tasty yet amazing blend of the best of Swahili flavors with the best western, Arabic, and Indian cuisines. With the many foreign rulers and travelers who visited this country in the past (as the country was part of the Silk-route), the taste of almost every culture is experienced in Tanzanian food. We will provide you with a personalized taste of Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, and other special dietary needs that can be accommodated with advance intimation. What can I expect to eat & drink on safari? In Tanzania Safari Tours the breakfasts are usually buffet "British" breakfasts. You will get omelets, potatoes, bacon/sausage (which is more like a hot dog), toast, cereals, etc. The Lunch in Tanzania would include cold chicken, yogurt, juice, hard-boiled eggs, raw veggies, and some kind of baked cake/cookie. For your Dinner meat, potatoes/rice and vegetarian food are served. WILDLIFE VIEWING Where is the best place to go for wildlife viewing in Africa? Numerous tourists especially wildlife lovers visit this wild continent to witness its best wildlife views and unique flora and fauna. We are mostly asked in the Tanzania Safari Faqs about the best place to go for wildlife viewing in Africa. Maasai Mara hosts thousands of zebras, wildebeest, and gazelle that make their annual pilgrimage from the Serengeti, following the green grasses that pop up after the rains. The Kalahari Desert, Botswana is a photographer's delight with unrestrained rust-colored valleys, sand dunes, and an array of wildlife. Etosha is another wildlife lover's paradise in Africa with the most beautiful and accessible wildlife sanctuaries, hosting 114 mammal species and 340 bird species. The Kruger National Park has the maximum population of the Big 5 (elephant, lion, rhino, leopard, and buffalo) in Africa Lastly, do not miss the Great Wildebeest Migration of Serengeti on your treasured visit to Tanzania. What kinds of wildlife will I see on safari in Tanzania? The varieties of wildlife are quite similar in most of the national parks in Tanzania. It vastly depends on the Tanzania Safari Packages that you choose with Lifetime Safaris.