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The river-crossing and the calving season are the most sought after experiences in a Tanzania Safari aside from its abundant wildlife, picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches of Zanzibar and a lot more. 

There’s no specific time of when you should go ahead see this spectacle since you may track the Great Migration movement any time of the year, however, if you would like to witness the river-crossing, this usually happens from mid towards the end of June till November. You may expect a lot of crowds tracking the great migration during these months and a safari may come with a high price tag hence it is compulsory to find a trusted safari operator that can give you an amazing experience with costs that won’t drill a hole in your pocket.

Aside from the river-crossing, the Great Migration is also famous because of its calving season which usually takes place in late January or February. This season is when you can see a lot of predators roaming around the herds. It is truly a heart-racing experience that will make your safari experience unforgettable. 

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• Great Migration River Crossing
• Bucketlist Migration Safari

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Tanzania in general is a great country to visit, whether you are looking for the adventure of game drives, wanting to dip your toes in the crystal clear waters of Zanzibar, experience the rich culture of the locals or thinking of climbing the very popular Mount Kilimanjaro which is also known as the “Roof of Africa.”

Here are some of the reasons why you should visit Tanzania:

Bush to Beach Adventure

The best itineraries are the ones that include amazing relaxation and picturesque sceneries before it concludes. That is exactly what Tanzania can do.You may opt to go on safari game drives in the first leg of your itinerary and then fly straight to Zanzibar for a beach getaway after. From the bushes of the savannahs to white sandy beaches hence it is called “bush to beach”. How awesome is that?

Experience the Locals

There are several tribes in Tanzania. The Masai and Hadzabe are some of them. In the Northern region of Tanzania is where you can find and socialize with the Masai Tribe. You may encounter them when you visit Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the other hand, you may spot some simple dwellings of the Hadzabe Tribe around Lake Eyasi. Both tribes welcome tourists and sometimes, you may catch them in hunting action or in their daily cultural lives.

Encounters with Rare Wildlife

Several endangered animals can be seen in Tanzania. Some of those are African Wild Dogs, Chimpanzees and the Black Rhinos. African wild dogs have been endangered since 1990 but their number is slowly getting back in recent years. Most of its population are found in Tanzania and a portion of Mozambique. Tanzania is also home to some Chimpanzees whose numbers continue to decline. You may find them in Gombe and Mahale National Parks. Although not situated in the usual safari route, Mkomazi National Park is where you can find the Black Rhinos.

Safari All-Year-Round

Whichever month you decide to visit Tanzania, you are guaranteed to see all the wildlife you could hope to find. Although, the annual Great Migration River Crossing usually occurs from July to October. There are a total of 19 national parks in the country so you have the option to choose between the most visited ones or the ones with less tourists for an exclusive experience.

Fits every Budget

It all boils down to your budget and thankfully, Tanzania has a lot of options for you, from economy to the most lavish and luxurious accommodations. You can even choose to have a camping safari as there are several public camping grounds in every park or better yet, join a group safari if you are on a tight budget for an amazing safari experience without leaving a hole in your pocket.

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Tanzania Safari has always been and still a premium destination for many holiday dreamers. To save the Tanzania Tourism Sector, the industry has been advising its travelers not to cancel their trip rather postpone till next year. For tour operators, hotels and domestic flights are now offering flexible payment terms so you can still book your dream holiday.
Pre-pandemic travelers around the world selected Tanzania Operators based on the size of the company, the number of online reviews, the recommendation from friends or family members, price, website, responsiveness, and among other factors. Now, the coin has turned as post corona safety is the major factor to all travelers.

As we see, the prices for airlines and tour packages are too attractive to say no for early bookers. You may ask yourself in this uncertain time, is it worth to commit? Having in mind if you pay later, you might end up paying twice the price. This a question that a right Tour Operator can clarify for you.

On your behalf, we have compiled a list of important things to consider before selecting a Tour Operator. This is just for you to gain confidence and to make sure you are not compromising anything. We want to assure you that Tanzania is safe to travel as reported by various sources, including the Anadolu Agency. However, before arriving to Tanzania travelers have to pass through risk areas, which may cause health concern. The guideline below addresses your safety and ours, which is our primary concern. See them below;

1. Company Standard Operating Procedure; the right company will have Operating Procedures right in place to guide them on their daily tour operations. This will give you a clear picture of how safe you will be on their hands during the safari. Few things to consider on their SOP are; Daily Temperature Screening using a non-contact thermometer, wearing a mask, frequently luggage and safari vehicle sanitization.

2. Quality of the Itinerary: The itinerary should be crafted in consideration of the COVID Impact. Itinerary can focus on a less crowded season, and high season period your driver-guide should focus on less crowded areas.
3. Type of Tour: They should offer you a private tour instead of joining a group. Also, camping safari (budget tour) is not ideal since you will share bathroom facilities with other travelers. Instead, they should advise midrange tour upward, which includes the use of lodges or tented camps as this you will have an en-suite room
4. Lodge Selection: The right operator will offer you boutique accommodation rather than hotels with over 30 rooms. Also, they should make sure the hotels suggested to you have Standard Operating Producers for both guests and staff.

5. Your safety during the game drive: The Tour should also consider your safety during a game drive. At popular viewpoints, your driver guides should know the requirements for social distancing and to ensure that there is no pressure on the capacity limit of the viewpoint. If there are too many visitors at the viewpoint, it may be necessary for guests to wait, or occasionally to abandon the proposed visit to the viewpoint. Safety will always be the number one priority.

6. Your safety during lunchtime: In Public designated areas you will have lunch whereas your driver-guide will assess whether this is appropriate according to the capacity of the specific site and the number of other people using it. If you cannot maintain social distancing at the site, then the picnic will be served in an isolated area. If a hot lunch is being provided, the driver-guide will choose a spot away from other vehicles to set up lunch.
7. Flexible Payment: The right Tour operator must have a flexible payment that will work for both parties, but the payment terms must give you the confidence to commit yourself in these uncertain times. Keep in mind an excellent company will have long-standing relationships with hotels and other suppliers, whom they should work closely to give you the flexibility you expect.
8. Emergency procedures in place: Despite having medical evacuation procedures in place set by the collaboration of Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, and the Ministry of Health as explained by this website TATO. Your booking should include Fly Doctor Insurance booked by the company.
9. Kilimanjaro Trekking: If possible to avoid Marangu Route as accommodations style is the use of huts which you will share with other travelers
10. Check if the company is still operational: Many Safari Companies have stopped operations due to bankruptcy after the lockdown measure that the world had to take, which in adverse effect heavily Tourism sector in Tanzania and the world. Hence it is important to make sure the company you selected is still operating. This way you will avoid any inconvenience.

We know deciding on the best tour operator for your safari or trekking trip is not a simple decision with the world current situation. We hope the above information together with the previous tips that you had used, or you planned to follow before the pandemic will guide you. You can look forward to an experience trip of a lifetime!

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