12-Day Best of Kenya Tanzania Luxury Safari

You want to bring as little luggage as possible to Kenya -Tanzania safari. Typically, domestic airlines restrict passengers to one 6kg (13lb) handbag and one 15kg to 20kg (33lb to 44lb) main bag. Since cargo space is limited, please note that a duffle is your best choice for a main bag.

Your safety and the network of people working to deliver your lifetime safari experience have always been of cardinal importance at Bush 2 City Adventure. While we cannot predict or prevent events outside of our control, we have learned to expect the unexpected. We've planned for it and had safeguards and protocols and a team in place to deal with any eventualities. You will travel with a comprehensive, built-in support Systeam that stars with the care and local knowledge of our Bush 2 City Adventure safari directors and extended to our network of partners in Africa including hoteliers and transportation companies.  

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS 

Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you are not covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour. 

Please Note: Destinations around the world have instituted new measures like testing requirements, health insurance coverage, or specific restrictions on travel. These guidelines are in addition to, and may go beyond, Bush 2 City Adventure requirements.  

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 

Some of the countries visited on this itinerary may require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against certain diseases to enter the country.  These requirements are subject to frequent change as outbreaks occur and subside in different areas, and it is, therefore, crucial that you obtain the very latest information on entry requirements as you prepare for your journey. 

Regarding the Yellow Fever Vaccination:  
 
All guests are advised to bring proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination or a doctor's note stating why they are unable to get the Yellow Fever vaccination for entry into Kenya and Tanzania. Please be advised this regulation often changes.  

For the most current information, please consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by clicking here and the World Health Organization (WHO) by clicking here. You may also wish to visit the websites for the embassies of the countries you will be visiting.  Besides providing details on vaccination requirements, these sites can also provide information on vaccinations that may be recommended (but aren't required) and other potential health issues for which no vaccines are available. 

Any decisions relating to your health, of course, should not be based solely on information provided by a website.  It is critically important that you consult with your physician before your journey to obtain any required vaccinations and to review any optional recommendations offered by the CDC or other sources. 

Please be sure to discuss your journey with your physician at least four to six weeks in advance of your departure, as certain vaccinations take time to become fully effective.  Also, be certain to ask your physician for proof of any vaccinations you receive, and to pack this proof along with your other travel documents in your carry-on luggage (not in your checked luggage). 

Researching and complying with vaccination entry requirements for the countries visited on this itinerary is the responsibility of the traveler and not Bush 2 City Adventure. Bush 2 City Adventure is therefore not responsible for any expenses incurred or disruptions to travel caused by improper or incomplete vaccinations, or by the failure to provide proof of required vaccinations. 

If you do not obtain the necessary vaccinations and proper documentation, you may be denied entry into one or more countries or temporarily quarantined until the necessary vaccinations are administered, or until proper documentation is provided.  

All travelers to Africa should be in reasonably good health. There is not a significant amount of walking on this tour; however, the walking that is done takes place over uneven terrain, occurs frequently in warm weather, and includes climbing in and out of safari vehicles. As noted above, you will take 4 on-tour flights that use single or twin-engine propeller planes accommodating 18-50 passengers. We strongly advise that guests who require assistance walking or who travel with oxygen tanks may not fully enjoy this very active journey. 

There are certain rules and regulations that one should be aware of while on safari. You must listen to your Safari director, local guide, or ranger, as they are trained to be aware of the environment around them. Guests should be aware that while on safari, you will be traveling in smaller groups and will travel on small bush planes and/or helicopters. 

The safari vehicles are not air-conditioned. The cars have six window seats, with roofs that lift for animal viewing. Please note that the areas traveled on game drives are typically unpaved and will often be bumpy and dusty. 

Please note that all Bush 2 City Adventure guests will dine at Designated tables for meals. The majority of meals while on safari, are buffet due to the international guests that stay at the lodges. 

A NOTE ON THE SCHEDULED HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE: The minimum age to participate in the hot air balloon ride is seven. There is no maximum age, although you must be reasonably mobile, fit to fly, and prepared for an adventure! Balloon passenger weights are calculated at an average of 176 lbs (80 kg) per person. If you weigh more than 50% above the average weight (i.e., 265 lbs/120 kg), you may be charged an additional fee. 

AN IMPORTANT NOTE ON SUPPLEMENTAL OXYGEN AND MOBILITY ISSUES: This Bush 2 City Adventure itinerary cannot accommodate oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, or motorized scooters.  Oxygen tanks are strictly prohibited in many foreign countries on regional flights aboard small aircraft.  Likewise, the very limited cargo capacity on such flights prohibits the transport of wheelchairs or motorized scooters. 

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS 

The restaurants, hotels, caterers, and numerous other partners we work with all do their best to accommodate special dietary requests from Bush 2 City Adventure guests. However, given the diverse nature of those food providers (from small wineries to grand hotels to world-famous restaurants in more than 13 African countries), some of our partners are better able than others to accommodate such requests. We therefore cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated at every meal. Also, please note that where dietary requests can be accommodated, choices will frequently be limited. 

We have compiled a reading list of recommended books to give you more information about the destinations you will be traveling to on your upcoming journey! See the list below!

Into Africa 

Birds of Kenya and Northern Tanzania 

The Scramble for Africa 

The Safari Companion 

The Scramble for Africa 

West with the Night 

The Complete Short Stories Of Ernest Hemingway 

Too Close to the Sun 

The Worlds of a Maasai Warrior, An Autobiography 

The Great Animal Orchestra 

The Tree Where Man Was Born 

A Grain of Wheat 

The Flame Trees of Thika 

Out of Africa 

Unbowed 

Simplified Swahili 

The Serengeti Rules 

The East African destination of Kenya and Tanzania are truly, as the climate frequently features warm, bring days and cool, crisp nights. Daytime predominately temperatures throughout the year and temperature range from 60 to 95-degree Fahrenheit, or 15.5 to 35 degrees Celsius; evening temperature can be cool, range from 50 to 60 Fahrenheit, or 10 to 15.5 degrees Celsius.    

Rain is customary in the late afternoon. Rain seasons are March through May and are considered long rains, and October through December is short rains. During this time, rain occurs mainly in the late afternoon, and is generally brief. The spring month is preferred by some for smaller crowds, lush scenery, and delightful temperatures.  

To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you click here on the Internet website. 

IMPORTANT is to bring the right clothing – easy-to-use.

Please note: Tanzania has adopted a regulation prohibiting the use or possession of plastic bags (including small Ziploc bags), which have become an environmental issue there.  This new regulation is particularly noteworthy because it becomes effective on June 1, 2019. 

Note: Tanzania has adopted a policy prohibiting the use or possession of plastic bags – including Ziplock bags. Penalties for violating the regulation have not been made public, but for guidance, in nearby Kenya, the penalties are extremely severe: a fine of up to $40,000 or four years in prison for simply possessing a plastic bag.  In banning plastic bags, Tanzania is joining more than 60 other countries that have banned, partly banned, or taxed single-use plastic bags, including China, France, Rwanda, and Italy. 

As you prepare for your journey, and as you contemplate what to pack, we strongly urge you to keep this new regulation in mind.  Please also be sure to carefully inspect your luggage and any carry-on bags you plan on using, to ensure no forgotten plastic bags are lurking in any pockets or compartments.

This Kenya Tanzania safari is a very casual tour, We recommend comfortable and casual clothing for both day and night. Formal and resort attire is not required.

Generally, lightweight, cotton, short-and long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and shorts are sufficient. A light jacket, fleece, or windbreaker, as well as layers of clothing, are suggested for cooler temperatures during early morning game drives and evenings. A bandana or cotton scarf will always come in handy.

While on Safari, you may prefer to wear natural, earth-toned clothing, such as khakis, tans, browns, and greens (this is not imperative and other colors are fine), as well as comfortable walking shoes (hiking boots are not necessary). Dark, black, or navy-blue clothing is not recommended while on safari as these colors have been known to attract biting tsetse flies. It is also advisable to bring a swimsuit, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and lip protection. Some stretches of unpaved road travel during game drives can be quite bumpy.

Game drives can be dusty, so wear something that can be washed while on safari. Clothes may be laundered at all camps for a nominal fee.

A personal kit with medication for possible upset stomach, aspirin, and allergy medicine may also be useful. If you are taking prescription drugs, bring a prescription signed by your doctor in case you need an emergency refill while traveling. Insect repellent with DEET is a very important item to include in your kit. Pre-moistened towelettes, antibacterial lotion, and a flashlight will also be useful on your safari.

Pack your medical kit in your carry-on bag along with an extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses and a change of clothes in case of luggage delay.

For viewing wildlife, we recommend you bring a good pair of binoculars and your own photography supplies, such as plenty of film, batteries, a 200mm telephoto lens, lens cap, lens papers, UV filter, and, for video-recording, an adequate supply of video cassettes.