TANZANIA
Tanzania has three safari circuits and each one of them would make Tanzania a top wildlife destination. The popular Northern circuit with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro
crater offers one of the best classical safaris in Africa, especially if timed with the annual wildebeest migration.
Tanzania has whatever you are dreaming about, be it tropical islands, climbing the highest mountain in Africa, diving for marine treasures and corals or watching the annual
migration of plains game. It is one of the very few countries that have so much land devoted for game parks and reserves. Tanzania is without doubt one of the most exciting
countries in the world, a naturally beautiful country with a wild untouched splendor. A Tanzania Safari is probably most famous for the opportunity to witness the annual
wildebeest migration in the Serengeti. Tanzania boasts some of the most romantic and tropical beaches in Africa, Zanzibar and Pemba. Zanzibar is the land of exotic spices,
azure waters and white sandy beaches. Join us for a Tanzania safari, and discover a country that can offer a luxury safari and a world-class experience.
Tanzania Fast Facts
FULL NAME: United Republic of Tanzania
CAPITAL: Dodoma
TIME: GMT +3 hours
CURRENCY: Tanzania shilling (TSh or TZS)
LANGUAGE: The official language is Kiswahili, which is generally spoken, and various local languages abound. Kiswahili English is the second official language and the country's commercial language as well. Arabic is widely spoken in the coastal areas, particularly in Zanzibar. Due to the distances traveled in Tanzania it is strongly recommended that you make all your arrangements in advance. During the migration and peak season, availability is at a premium.
Seasons and Climate
SUMMER: December – March WINTER: March – May
The climate is tropical on the coast, on the islands and in Selous. It is temperate in the other parks. Temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru drop to below freezing. Late March - late May is traditionally the long rainy season and is considered the "winter period" in Tanzania. June -late October is the dry season. June, July and August can be very cold on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Late October - mid December is when theshort rains occur. The Ngorongoro Crater rim has a wonderful climate at this time of year. Mid December - March is summer weather. It is dry and very warm until March. Due to its altitude Ngorongoro Crater is much cooler than elsewhere. "Karibu Sana" - Welcome to Tanzania.
Havila Travel organizes eco-friendly climbs on this magnificentdome-shaped mountain and boasts of an excellent safe climbing record. Our professional, experienced and highly knowledgeable guides will lead you all the way to the summit while explaining the different ecosystems of the mountain that you go through each day. Our local guides are licensed, trained, friendly, and with years of experience. Porters will also go on the trip to carry your luggage, food, and other equipment. You will only have to carry a day pack with your daily essentials.
We us a high ratio of guides and porters to clients. We use professional, quality mountain equipment and food is plentiful and delicious. Groups are limited to 10 people. We will combine groups up to this limit if they are starting the same route on the same day. However, we can also arrange for private groups at no extra cost. We will try to add single travelers to a group if at all possible but will also do groups with just one climber. We can also accommodate large groups of any size.
Terms & Conditions
THE BOOKING
* Bookings and subsequent contracts shall be deemed to have been concluded in Moshi, Tanzania and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
* The Company reserves the right to decline any booking without outlining the reasons for it.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT
* A 30% deposit is required to secure a booking. This deposit forms part of the payment for the trip and shall be offset to the total amount charged to the client/agent.
* If the full amount is not paid at least four (4) weeks prior to departure, the Company reserves the right to treat the booking as cancelled and the deposit shall be forfeited.
* Clients/Agents booking within four (4) weeks of tour departure are required to pay the full amount immediately to secure the reservation.
* All bank charges are to be settled by the client or agent respectively. This includes transaction fees charged by our bank.
The amount shown on the invoice, is the amount that needs to reflect in our account and should bank charges have been deducted, we would have to invoice you subsequently.
BOOKING AMENDMENTS
* For amendments of existing bookings done by the client/ agent (e.g. departure dates, air tickets, accommodation, number of participants etc) a handling fee of 50 USD per booking applies. The handling fee will be charged in addition to the service provider fees.
CANCELLATIONS
* Cancellations must be sent in writing to the office that confirmed the reservation. Cancellations shall only be effective from the date of receipt of cancellation by the booking office. In case of a booking cancellation, the Company shall retain the full deposit.
*If a booking is cancelled the client is subject to a cancellation fee as follows:
until 4 weeks prior to departure – 30% Cancellation Fee
4-2 weeks prior to departure – 50% Cancellation Fee
2-1 weeks prior to departure – 75% Cancellation Fee
less then 1 week prior to departure – 100% Cancellation Fee
* The Company reserves the right to cancel any tour at its sole and absolute discretion, without prior notification in instances where this is unavoidable. However, in that case the Company agrees to refund all monies already paid by the client. This shall be the Company’s sole responsibility to the client and no claim for any damages, howsoever arising, shall accrue against the company.
PASSPORTS, VISAS AND OTHER TRAVEL PAPERS
* It is the client’s sole responsibility to ensure that passports, visas, health certificates, proof of vaccinations and any other documentation required are all in order for the countries to be visited.
* The Company cannot be held liable for any consequences, damages or claims if the client does not attend correctly to the client’s documentation and related matters prior to commencement of the tour.
BAGGAGE
* At any time, all baggage and personal effects are at the client’s responsibility and the Company does not accept any liability for any loss or damage of any personal effects, howsoever arising.
* Clients are entitled to one bag of not more than 15 kg (backpack or soft bag – no hardtop suitcase) and a daypack. The Company reserves the right to refuse excess baggage. Please notice that on our trekking tours and on some “bush” flights other baggage regulations may apply.
RISK
* The client accepts that all tours are of an adventurous nature and involve an element of personal risk. Neither the Company nor any of its agents can be held liable in any way for any injury, loss of life or damage to property, howsoever caused. The client hereby indemnifies the Company and will hold the Company, its agent, assigns and servants harmless from any such claim.
* The client accepts full responsibility for all risks involved.
AUTHORITY ON TOUR
* The decisions of the Company’s guide/driver on tour shall at all times be final and binding.
* The client must at all times comply with the laws, customs and foreign exchange regulations of all countries visited.
MARKETING
* The Company reserves the right to use any photographs and videos taken during tours for marketing or any other advertising material. The client hereby gives consent to use such photographs and authorises the Company to retain copyright for these photographs and such material.
FORCE MAJEURE
* Unforeseen circumstances including but not limited to war, mechanical breakdowns, weather, riots and other unforeseen reasons beyond the control of the Company may cause delays or alterations to the tour. The Company shall not be held liable in any way for any of these possible occurrences or any consequences, which may arise as a result of these.
PRICE CHANGES
* All our prices are based on the current national park fees and taxes. There have been ongoing talks that East African countries will be undergoing changes to tax regulations in 2016. Should the authorities decide on increasing fees and taxes, even though they might currently not be scheduled, we would subsequently have to pass on these increases.