TANZANIA HISTORICAL STATE


 
 
KONDOA IRANGI ROCK PAINTINGS
 
 
The area between Singida and the Irangi Hills contains one of the world's finest collections of prehistoric rock paintings, with an estimated 1600 individual paintings at almost two hundred different sites, the most accessible of which are in the Irangi Hills north of Kondoa. The most recent date from just a century or two ago, but the oldest are estimated to be between 19,000 and 30,000 years old, ranking them among the world's most ancient examples of human artistic expression.
 
KAOLE RUINS
Kaole ruins are located about 5 km to the south of bagamoyo town. The ruins dating back to the 12 century include two mosques, one with a well and over 20 tombs. All the buildings, including a house, were built in carved coral stone blocks. In 15th century Kaole town was attacked by Portuguese and forced into decline. Today Kaole ruins are surrounded by fishing and farming villages.
 
 
ISMILA STONE AGE SITE
Stone Age tools were discovered here in 1951. Many fossilized bones were also found in the area, among them those of a mammal related to the modern giraffe, but having a much shorter neck, and extinct hippopotamus with unusual periscope-like projections.
 
 
ENGARUKA RUINS
Mysterious ruins of complex irrigation systems span the area around Engaruka, the remnants of a highly developed but unknown civilisation that inhabited the area at least 500 years ago and then vanished without a trace.
 
 
MIKINDANI
Another central port in the Swahili Coast’s network of Indian Ocean trade, in the 15th century Mikindani’s reach extended as far as the African hinterlands of the Congo and Zambia. The area became a centre of German colonial administration in the 1880s and a chief exporter of sisal, coconuts, and slaves.
 
NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Humans and their distant ancestors have been part of Ngorongoro’s landscape for millions of years. The earliest signs of mankind in the Conservation Area are at Laetoli, where hominid footprints are preserved in volcanic rock 3.6 million years old. The story continues at Olduvai Gorge, a river canyon cut 100 m deep through the volcanic soil of the Serengeti Plains. Buried in the layers are the remains of animals and hominids that lived and died around a shallow lake amid grassy plains and woodlands. These remains date from two million years ago. Visitors can learn more details of this fascinating story by visiting the site, where guides give a fascinating on-site interpretation of the gorge.

KATAVI NATIONAL PARKS SAFARI

Katavi National Park Safari

A Thrilling Taste Of Africa Katavi National Park Safari.
Katavi Safari Tanzania We are now organizing special safaris to KATAVI National park, Tanzania's 3rd largest national park.

Option 1 :

Day 1 – Flight to Tabora. Transfer to hotel for lunch. After Lunch, visit Livingstone House. Return hotel for dinner and over night.
Day 2 – Early drive to Katavi via Mpanda town. Afternoon arrive Katavi National Park. Stay in Bandas.
Day 3 – Full day in Katavi, having game drive with a guide, watching numerous games, big and small.
Day 4 – Full day in Katavi, as above.
Day 5 – Early morning drive to Tabora. Dinner/over night hotel.
Day 6 – After breakfast, transfer to airport. End



Option 2:


Day 1 – Flight to Tabora. Transfer to hotel for lunch and rest. Evening to railway station to catch train to Mpanda. Packed dinner for train.
Day 2 – Early morning arrive Mpanda town. After breakfast, drive to Katavi park. Lunch at the park. Half day game drive. Accommodation in Bandas.
Day 3 – Full day having having game drive, watching many game, small and big.
Day 4 – Full day in the park as above.
Day 6 – Half day in park. After lunch, transfer to Mpanda railway station to catch train to Tabora.
Day 7 – After breakfast, transfer to airport for flight. End
Katavi Tanzania Pics

list of things to take on safari

list of things to take on safari

Safari - final checklist

You can download an image of this checklist, to help you mark off the items that you need to take along.

Travel essentials

  • Valid passport and Visa
  • Photo copy of passport
  • Airline ticket
  • International health card with immunisations (yellow fever)
  • Travel insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • US$ cash / travellers cheques (checks) / credit card
  • Small lock to lock zippers together
  • Sleeping bag for adventure camping
  • Small diary and pen

Clothing

  • Neutrally coloured clothing
  • 4 - 5 short sleeve t-shirts
  • 2 - 3 pairs of shorts
  • 2 sweaters or sweatshirts
  • Socks
  • Underwear
  • Hankies
  • 2 pairs of casual trousers
  • 2 long sleeve shirts
  • Lightweight rain jacket
  • Fleece jacket
  • Walking shoes
  • Lightweight shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Warm sleeping outfit for camping safaris
  • Wide-brimmed hat

Accessories

  • Toilet kit (soap, tooth brush, toilet articles, handy wipes, etc. It's best to bring small trail size containers.)
  • Towel
  • Sun screen and lip protection (SPF 30)
  • Ziploc bags to protect camera, binoculars and other such things from dust
  • Money belt
  • Insect repellant spray

First aid

  • Aspirin
  • Imodium
  • Valoid
  • Painkillers
  • Bandages
  • Throat lozenges
  • Eye drops

Other accessories

  • Camera, lenses and extra film, where applicable (ASA 200 film recommended)
  • Binoculars
  • Pocket knife
  • Insect repellant
  • Reading and writing material
  • Snacks
  • Sweets
  • Nuts
  • Video camera
  • Video tapes (if applicable)
  • Battery packs
  • Tri-pod

Tanzania swahili language

Swahili, the language of Tanzania

Helpful list of Swahili words

The Swahili phrases, terms and words listed in the table below, were compiled to help you to communicate more effectively during your wildlife safaris and tours in Tanzania. Most of the local population and more specifically those involved in the tourism industry, can all communicate in basic English, but for obvious reasons it is greatly appreciated in Tanzania, if you can master a couple of basic Swahili words and phrases. The Swahili language is also spoken extensively in Kenya and Malawi.

Swahili phrases, terms and words

English to Setswana (Swahili)

General terms
Child.
Mtoto.
Come in / Welcome.
Karibu.
Fine.
Nzuri.
Good-bye.
Kwaheri.
Hello.
Jambo.
How are you?
Habari Yako?
How much?
Ngapi?
May I take your picture?
Nikupige picha?
Mister.
Bwana.
Madam.
Bibi.
No.
Hapana.
Please.
Tafadhali.
Slow.
Pole pole.
Today.
Leo.
Thank you very much.
Asante Sana.
Tomorrow.
Kesho.
Tonight.
Leo usiku.
Wait.
Ngojea.
What does it cost?
Shilingi Ngapi?
Where is ..?
Iko wapi ..?
Yes.
Ndio.
Numbers
One.
Moja.
Two.
Mbili.
Three.
Tatu.
Four.
Nne.
Five.
Tano.
Six.
Sita.
Seven.
Saba.
Eight.
Nane.
Nine.
Tisa.
Ten.
Kumi.
Animals
Cheetah.
Duma.
Elephant.
Tembo.
Giraffe.
Twiga.
Hippo.
Kiboko.
Lion.
Simba.
Wildebeest.
Kongoni / nyumbu.
Food and drink
Beef.
Nyama.
Beer.
Pombe.
Bread.
Mkate.
Chicken.
Kuku.
Coffee.
Kahwa.
Cold.
Baridi.
Eggs.
Mayai.
Finished.
Kuisha.
Fish.
Samaki.
Ice.
Barafu.
Lamb.
Kondoo.
Milk.
Maziwa.
Sugar.
Sukari.
Tea.
Chai.
General
Do you speak English?
Unazungumza Kiingereza?
Stop.
Simama.
Bring me hot water please!
Lete maji moto, tafadhali!
Porter.
Mpagazi.
Rope.
Kamba.
Slowly.
Pole pole.
Drinking water.
Maji ya kunywa.
Toilet paper.
Karatasi ya choo.
Left.
Kushoto.
Right.
Kulia.
Carry on straight.
Nenda mojakwa moja.
I am lost.
Nimepotea.
I want to go down.
Ninataka kwenda chini.
Do you have a map?
Unayo ramani.
Where are we?
Sisi tupa wapi.
How far is it?
Ni umbali gani.
I am thirsty.
Naona kiu.
I am tired.
Nimechoka.
I am cold.
Ninahisi baridi.
My head aches.
Kickwa kinauma.
Diarrhea.
Kuhara.
Nausea.
Nataka kutapika.
Vomiting.
Kutapika.
I feel better.
Afadhali sana.
There has been an accident.
Pametokea ajali.
Don't move him.
Usimsogeze.
Get a doctor.
Umwite daktari.
Please bring blankets.
Tafadhali ulete blanketi.
He has fallen.
Ameanguka.
He has fainted.
Amepoteza fahamu.

Serengeti hot air balloon safaris

Each day at dawn over the African Serengeti Plains, a fortunate few enjoy this ultimate and luxury hot air balloon safaris experience. An exclusive hot air balloon animals safaris over the Serengeti plains, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the awe-inspiring landscape, offering exceptional opportunities for taking stunning animals photos and possible big five pictures. It includes a pre-dawn collection for these luxury safaris from your luxury African game lodge to the hot air balloon launch site near Masai Kopjes. Here you will meet your hot air balloon pilot, receive a briefing and watch the inflation of the hot air balloon. This is the only time you will be allowed to move about the Serengeti during the hours of darkness and you may just glimpse some nocturnal animals, unusual sights and the possibility to take some very unique animals pictures and photos.
A hot air balloon floating over Tanzania's Serengeti Plains.Two Serengeti hot air balloons, capable of carrying 12 passengers each, fly once every day. At dawn they take off, rising as the African sun rises and floating in whichever direction the wind of the morning takes them. The pilot can control the altitude of the hot air balloon: sometimes taking you up to 1,000-foot altitude for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Serengeti plains or flying at treetop height, offering a unique perspective and great pictures and photos of the Serengeti wildlife animals below. More often than not, the early part of the flight is along the course of the Seronera River, an ideal location to get pictures and photos of some animals taking an early morning drink. Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, hippo, cheetah, vultures, eagles, wildebeest, zebra, baboon, warthog, monkey, giraffe and pictures and photos of many other animals species is possible. The hot air balloon pilot will help you spot and identify the animals below.
From time to time, the pilot will need to put more heat into the giant hot air balloon, and there is a gentle roar from the burners, which for obvious reason provides the opportunity for stunning pictures and photos. Between burns there are periods of peaceful silence as you drift onwards. The whole trip is one long Serengeti pictures photos opportunity. You are travelling on a totally stable vibration-free platform with a unique perspective and nothing to block your view, which will provide you with a once in a lifetime opportunity to take absolute unique and great animals pictures and photos.
All good things have to come to an end and your pilot will let you know when it is time to put away the cameras and crouch down in the landing position. Once everyone is out of the hot air balloon, the cork is popped and the chilled champagne is poured for a toast on this unique African safaris experience and some pictures and photos to remember this great experience by.
After the champagne, it is off to the breakfast table, which will have been set up under a fine umbrella tree selected by the crew, close to the landing spot. Serving a full, cooked English breakfast with some tropical additions, "Out of Africa" style - a fine spread served on bone china with silver cutlery and crystal glasses.
Enjoy the food, the African Serengeti scenery and your companions' company. You'll receive your Serengeti Hot Air Balloon certificate before being driven back to your luxury safari Lodge or campsite, viewing game animals en route. You'll still have most of the day ahead for game drives.
NOTE: This adventure will fit in with all safari itineraries that include a night in central Serengeti (Luxury Serena Lodge, Seronera Lodge or Sopa Lodge or any of the central Serengeti camp sites).

TANZANIA TRAVEL TIPS

Tanzania travel tips

Tanzania travel visa requirements

All travellers to Tanzania require a passport, valid for the duration of their tour in Tanzania. Entry points to Tanzania, currently offering visa services on entry are, the Dar Es Salaam Port and Airport, the Kilimanjaro International airport, the Namanga & Isebania entry posts on the road borders between Tanzania and Kenya and Zanzibar airport.
Most nationalities can obtain an entry visa upon arrival or arrange the visa before arrival at the cost US $ 50 per person (USA & Irish passport holders US $ 100 per person.) Please take note some nationalities can only arrange the visa before arrival to Tanzania, while some nationalities do not require a Tanzania travel visa. We strongly recommend checking regulations with your local Tanzanian Embassy, as the above are subject to change without notice. We also recommend getting the visa in advance if you have tight connecting flights after arrival to Tanzania.

Tanzania language

English is widely spoken in Tanzania, but a few basic words of Swahili is always greatly appreciated.

Money / Tanzania currency

Credit cards and travellers checks are not widely accepted in Tanzania. Where they are accepted can high service fees and poor exchange rates be expected. Major foreign currencies - particularly US $ - are accepted in Tanzania and are convertible at banks and bureau de changes in the main towns and tourist areas. If bringing cash in US $, please make sure bank notes are in good condition, with no cuts or damage and are not older than 2004. Most banks offer higher exchange rates for US $ 100 / US $ 50 bank notes compared to US $ 20 / US $ 10 or US $ 5 bank notes.

Exchange rate

Use the currency calculator below to convert your currency to Tanzania Shilling (TZS).

Tipping in Tanzania

We recommend tipping your safari driver guide US $ 20 to US $ 30 per group per day. We also recommend tipping porters at hotels, lodges and drivers transfering you between the airport / hotel.

Tanzania travel and health

Yellow fever vaccinations are a legal requirement for entry into Tanzania. Please note you will require a yellow fever vaccination certificate upon your entry to Tanzania. We recommend that you take precautions against malaria (malaria only occurs in areas below 1 800m in altitude) prior to the commencement of your holiday. Adequate precautions must also be taken to avoid yourself being bitten by a mosquito. Kindly contact your closest Travel Clinic or medical practitioner.
The tap water is not safe for drinking or brushing teeth. Please only use sealed mineral water.

Tanzania Climate

Generally dry and hot with cool nights/mornings from June-October, short rains from November to mid-December, long rains March-May but the seasons can vary.

Tanzania travel clothing

Pack lightweight, washable clothes plus a sweater for early morning wildlife game drives, a sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Long sleeves and trousers in light-coloured fabrics help discourage insect bites. Shorts for women are acceptable (but not too short). Women should carry a wrap to cover legs in the village and towns as revealing clothes can cause offence. Staying at a Lodge, bring your swimsuit along.

Baggage on safaris

Baggage on safari is limited to one bag, plus one small piece of hand baggage per person (excluding a camera bag). In total this should not weight more then 20kg. Suitcases and other heavier items can be stored in town hotels whilst clients are on safari.

Tanzania travel photography

Bring film and batteries for your camera with you. Protect your camera from dust and keep equipment and film spools cool. It is courteous to ask permission before photographing the local Tanzanian people. If you intend to take a lot of people pictures, be sure to bring an instant camera with you so that you can leave a picture with people you photograph.

Electricity in Tanzania

220v, but power failures, surges and troughs are common. Bring a universal adaptor and a torch (flashlight) or headlamp.

Tanzania travel security

Tanzania is a generally safe country but don't invite temptation. Keep your eyes on your belongings. Don't walk in the towns or cities at night - take a taxi. Don't carry cameras or large amounts of cash, beware of pickpockets and hawkers. Use hotel safety deposit boxes to safeguard valuables and obtain a receipt. Leave valuable jewellery at home.

Shopping in Tanzania

The Tourist areas and wildlife lodges sell a wide range of souvenirs, jewellery and trinkets. Don't be afraid to haggle at roadside stalls (Your driver/ guide will advise you where to shop and on a reasonable price). The most popular souvenirs are wooden carvings, curios, and a famous love stone which is the well known gem stone "Tanzanite" which are all widely sold at souvenir shops.

Tanzania time zone

GMT +3 hours

International dialling code for Tanzania

+255 + area code

Tanzania religion

Tanzania is predominantly a Christian country.

Tanzania public holidays

1 Jan - New Year's Day
12 Jan - Zanzibar Revolution Day
5 Feb - CCM Foundation Day
26 Apr - Union Day
01 May - Worker's Day
07 Jul - Peasant's Day (also called Saba Saba, which mean 7-7)
09 Dec - Tanganyika Independence Day
Muslim Festivals, including Ramadan, and Prophet's birthday, account for four days of public holiday, and their precise dates depend on the lunar calendar.
Good Friday and Easter Monday are also observed.

HAVE A GREAT SAFARI VACATION!

THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP OF ALL: ENJOY THIS ONCE IN A LIFE TIME TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Hunting in Tanzania Prices

Hunting in Tanzania Prices

 Hunting in Tanzania Prices
"Staring sure death in the eyes – hundreds and hundreds of them"
Hunting Legends Africa in association , proudly offers you access to some of the finest hunting concessions in Tanzania. The areas are located in some of the most well known and recorded hunting areas in Tanzania's Selous and Kigosi Game Reserves.
Tanzania Map(4) Hunting in Tanzania Prices

Hunting Elephants, Lion, Buffalo, Leopard and Plains Game in the magnificent Tanzania hunting concessions.


Please take a look at some of the excellent packages we have on offer for Tanzania in 2011:
Buffalo Hunts – Option 1:
2 x 1 (Two clients and one PH); 4 x 2 (Four clients and two PH's) ; 6 x 3 (Six clients and three PH's) Safaris = $ 16900 – 00 per Client plus your trophy fees as listed below.
Add the Govt Fee of only $1900 and you still have a good deal for an excellent buffalo hunt.
Summary:
Cost of hunt = $16900 – 00 per hunter
Trophy Fee  = $ 3900 – 00 Buffalo

Total cost         = $ 20800 – 00
This is an excellent value proposition for two and more hunters wanting to hunt the vast plains of the Selous and Kigosi areas of Tanzania. No fences, no size or weight restrictions (you can shoot the biggest we get at NO EXTRA COST OR PENALTY) and hunt like the 'real legends of yesteryear'.

Add the Govt Fee of only $1900 and you still have a good deal for an excellent buffalo hunt
INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees 
- 10 days hunting
- Gun Import license (1)
- Dip & Packing
- Airline ticket DAR-TABORA-DAR or DAR-SHINYANGA-DAR  
- CAR DRIVE approx. 6 hours to camp (ROUND TRIP)

NOT INCLUDED: 
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees for animals killed OR wounded
- Spirits & Liquor
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

ANIMALS ON LICENSE extra options while on Safari:
Buffalo (2)                $3,900-00
Hartebeest (1)          $ 1250-00    
Warthog(1)              $  600-00    
Topi(1)                    $1,450-00
Baboon (1)              $  290-00    
Bushpig(1)              $  690-00

EXTRA COSTS:
- $200 for 2nd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee
Kgosi Buffalo(1) Hunting in Tanzania Prices
This is what you will be hunting in Tanzania with us.

Buffalo Hunts Option 2:
1 x 1 AND 2 x 2 Safari  = $ 22,250-00 per Client
The same scenario applies as above – you now only need to add the trophy fees as listed below and depending on what you decide to end up shooting.
Due to the costs of setting up camp just for you, the hunting prices for individual one on one hunts are a bit more expensive, however, still worth every penny. No fences, no size or weight restrictions (you can shoot the biggest we get at NO EXTRA COST OR PENALTY) and hunt like the 'real legends of yesteryear'.
 Add the Govt Fee of only $1900 and you still have a good deal for an excellent buffalo hunt
INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees 
- 10 days hunting
- Gun Import license (1)
- Dip & Packing
- Airline ticket DAR-TABORA-DAR or DAR-SHINYANGA-DAR  
- CAR DRIVE approx. 6 hours to camp (ROUND TRIP)

NOT INCLUDED:
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees for animals killed OR wounded
- Spirits & Liquor
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

ANIMALS ON LICENSE:
Buffalo (2)             $ 3,900-00            
Hartebeest (1)       $ 1250-00        
Warthog(1)           $   600-00        
Topi(1)                 $ 1,450-00 
Baboon (1)           $   290-00           
Bushpig(1)           $   690-00

EXTRA COSTS:
- $200 for 2nd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee

AIR CHARTER INFORMATION:
$4,500- round trip MWANZA-KIGOSI-MWANZA


 Hunting in Tanzania Prices
Tanzania is well known for producing excellent ivory and great hunts.
BIG 5 SPECIAL Option 1:
1 x 1 & 2 x 2 Elephant, Lion & Leopard Safaris = $ 48,900-00 per hunter.
Due to the costs of setting up camp just for you, the hunting prices for individual one on one hunts are a bit more expensive, however, still worth every penny. No fences, no size or weight restrictions (you can shoot the biggest we get at NO EXTRA COST OR PENALTY) and hunt like the 'real legends of yesteryear'.

INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees
- Concession fees 
- 21 days hunting
- Gun Import license (2)
- Dip & Packing
- CAR DRIVE about 6 hours to camp IN & OUT

NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees as per our Trophy Fee List
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

EXTRA COSTS: 
- $200 for 2nd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee

BIG 5 SPECIAL Option 2
2 x 1 Elephant, Lion & Leopard Safaris = $ 37,950-00 per hunter
This is an excellent value proposition for two and more hunters wanting to hunt the vast plains of the Selous and Kigosi areas of Tanzania. No fences, no size or weight restrictions (you can shoot the biggest we get at NO EXTRA COST OR PENALTY) and hunt like the 'real legends of yesteryear'.

INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees
- Concession fees 
- 21 days hunting
- Gun Import license (2)
- Dip & Packing
- CAR DRIVE about 6 hours to camp IN & OUT

NOT INCLUDED:
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees as per our Trophy Fee List
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

EXTRA COSTS:
- $200 for 2nd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee

CHARTER INFORMATION:
$2,700- Cessna 206 round trip
$4,500- Cessna 208 round trip
Kgosi Lion(1) Hunting in Tanzania Prices
Hunting the King of the Jungle in the Jungle is no small challenge – it's the real deal!

Take a look at our fantastic specials for ROYAL ANTELOPE & other plains game hunting – Kigosi Game Reserve. In these packages Charter is not included and the charter price can be seen below.
Clients will arrive and depart from DAR ES SALAAM.  

The following special packages include: BUFFALO, SABLE, ROAN AND SITATUNGA


ROYAL ANTELOPE OPTION 1
1 x 1 AND 2 x 2 Royal Antelope Safaris = $ 34,900-00

***elephant can be put on the license and when killed additional daily rate of $15,000 will be charged.

INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees
- Concession fees 
- 14 days hunting
- Gun Import license (2)
- Dip & Packing
- Airline ticket (RETURN)
DAR-TABORA-DAR or DAR-SHINYANGA-DAR
- CAR DRIVE about 6 hours to camp IN & OUT

NOT INCLUDED:
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees as per our Trophy Fee List
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

EXTRA COSTS:
- $200 for 3rd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee

ROYAL ANTELOPE OPTION 2
2×1 Royal Antelope Safaris = $ 32,500-00 
***elephant can be put on the license and when killed additional daily rate of $15,000 will be charged

INCLUDED:
- Govt hunting fees
- Concession fees 
- 14 days hunting
- Gun Import license (2)
- Dip & Packing
- Airline ticket (RETURN)
DAR-TABORA-DAR or DAR-SHINYANGA-DAR
- CAR DRIVE about 6 hours to camp IN & OUT

NOT INCLUDED:
- Hotel before & after safari
- Trophy fees as per our Trophy Fee List
- Tips & Gratuities
- Air charter option

EXTRA COSTS:
- $200 for 3rd Gun
- $250 per day for Observer including Govt Fee

CHARTER INFORMATION:
$4,500-  Cessna 208 MWANZA-KIGOSI round trip
 Hunting in Tanzania Prices   Hunting in Tanzania Prices