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Language:
English is
widely spoken but a few words of Swahili will be appreciated.
Most of people in tourism speak English and one more language.
We can send you a list of Swahili words if you will be interested
on learning them.
Health:
Please check
with your doctor to ensure you are fully aware of the dangers
of climbing mountain at higher altitude. It is also advisable
to take anti malarial precautions as far as Yellow fever Vaccination
before departure or consult your doctor or Travel clinic before
you plan your journey to East Africa. Some antibiotics will
help on while on Journey. Remember changing of food and altitude
may course diarrhea or headache or losing appetite.
Baggage:
Baggage on
safari is limited to one soft sided bag, plus one small piece
of hang baggage per person (excluding a camera bag). In total
this should not weight more then 15kg. Suitcases and other heavier
items can be stored in city hotels whilst clients are on safari.
But if the number of people Traveling together is lower you
can take all you stuff with you.
Photography:
Bring film
and batteries for your camera with you. Protect your camera
from dust and keep equipment and film cool. It is courteous
to ask permission before photographing local people. If you
intend to take some people pictures, be sure to bring an instant
camera, that you can leave some copy with people you photograph. You
can charge your camera at hotel of in the car if you will carry
all required facilities
Liabilities
and Insurance:
Vijana Tours
acts only as an agent of the passenger in all matters relating
to tours and it accepts no responsibility for any personal illness,
injury, accident, death, delay, any kind of loss, damage or
irregularity of any kind, which may be occasioned by reason
of any act or omission beyond its control, including without
limitation, any act of negligence or breach of contract of any
third party such as a hotel or airline, who is to, or does supply,
any goods or services for Business etc. Take out fully comprehensive
travel insurance to cover you for loss of baggage or valuables,
personnel accident and medical expenses or and kind of loss.
Tipping:
Not obligatory,
but a tip 10% of the package price for supporting staff will
be highly appreciated. The company does not limit any client
from giving tips neither forcing anyone to give tips. The services
and friendship will judge the amount and giving.
Time:
3 hrs + GMT.
Electricity:
230v, but
power failures, surges and troughs are common. Bring a universal
adaptor and a torch (flashlight) or headlamp.
Visas:
Check current
requirements with nearest Tanzanian High Commission, embassy
or consulate. At the moment visa can be acquired at the embanking
point (airport sea port or at the border) contact us when you
need it.
Security:
Tanzania is
a generally safe country but don't be invite temptation.
Keep your eye on your belongings. Don't walk in the towns
or cites 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:
The Tourist
areas and hotels sell a wide range of souvenirs, jewellery and
trinkets. Don't be afraid to haggle at roadside stalls (Your
driver/guide will guide you were to shop and advice you on the
right price) the best known souvenirs are wood carvings, curios,
and famous love stove which is a well known gem stone "Tanzanite"
available widely at souvenirs shops.
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