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Safari info for Tanzania
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Myself and my girlfriend are looking to go on our first safari next July (2008). We're pretty set on a trip to Selous (probably 3 to 4 days) followed by a a week in Zanzibar (possibly separated by a night in Dar es Salaam). Basically around 14 days overall. If anyone can recommend any safari operators for us to talk to I'd be very grateful (or if there are any operators reading this who can give me an idea of prices for such a trip, again I'd be very grateful). Also, I've read mixed reports regarding the amount of wildlife we'd expect to see in Selous. Most seem to say that wildlife of all sorts is abundant, but I've read a couple of reports suggesting it's better for viewing landscapes, and that you won't see the large numbers of animals you'd see in the Serengeti. Again, any advice from anyone who's been there would be gratefully received! Thanks in advance for any help. Richard |
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ps.com... Hi Myself and my girlfriend are looking to go on our first safari next July (2008). We're pretty set on a trip to Selous (probably 3 to 4 days) followed by a a week in Zanzibar (possibly separated by a night in Dar es Salaam). Basically around 14 days overall. If anyone can recommend any safari operators for us to talk to I'd be very grateful (or if there are any operators reading this who can give me an idea of prices for such a trip, again I'd be very grateful). Sunvil Africa (now called Expert Africa I think- see http://africa-holidays.sunvil.co.uk/...p?source=menu2) arranged a super trip for us to Zambia - they really know their stuff. In Tanzania they concentrate on the 'lesser known' parks (incl Selous) - the Fox family run several camps/lodges and they sound good - see http://www.tanzaniasafaris.info/index.htm(I have a very vague connection in that someone I worked with used to live in Tanzania and knows the Fox family, but I havent actually been to any of their places). It wont be cheap tho. My advice (which will not be the same as everyone else's!) is NOT to have a driver/guide for the whole trip but to fly the longer distances and stay in smaller places where the local driver/guides have all the local knowledge. If you cant afford (or dont want) a safari where the two of you travel together but on your own (ifyou see what I mean) Kuoni does pretty good 'packages' but not sure if they do Selous. |
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writes wrote in message ups.com... Hi Myself and my girlfriend are looking to go on our first safari next July (2008). We're pretty set on a trip to Selous (probably 3 to 4 days) followed by a a week in Zanzibar (possibly separated by a night in Dar es Salaam). Basically around 14 days overall. If anyone can recommend any safari operators for us to talk to I'd be very grateful (or if there are any operators reading this who can give me an idea of prices for such a trip, again I'd be very grateful). Sunvil Africa (now called Expert Africa I think- see http://africa-holidays.sunvil.co.uk/...p?source=menu2) arranged a super trip for us to Zambia - they really know their stuff. In Tanzania they concentrate on the 'lesser known' parks (incl Selous) - the Fox family run several camps/lodges and they sound good - see http://www.tanzaniasafaris.info/index.htm(I have a very vague connection in that someone I worked with used to live in Tanzania and knows the Fox family, but I havent actually been to any of their places). It wont be cheap tho. My advice (which will not be the same as everyone else's!) is NOT to have a driver/guide for the whole trip but to fly the longer distances and stay in smaller places where the local driver/guides have all the local knowledge. If you cant afford (or dont want) a safari where the two of you travel together but on your own (ifyou see what I mean) Kuoni does pretty good 'packages' but not sure if they do Selous. We went to Serengeti and Selous in 2005. The Serengeti was infinitely better for us and I am sure it is more suited for a first safari for most people. We were however only in the Northern part of Selous and did not visit the river area. You can find a full report on my website if it helps http://www.wildworldweb.co.uk/holidays/tanzania.htm I would normally offer to answer further questions but you will have to be quick: I'm off to Botswana on Saturday :-) We were very happy with the company that took us as they offered a custom trip at a budget price. I am sure a lot depends on the guide you get. Have a great time -- John Macdonald |
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Hi Myself and my girlfriend are looking to go on our first safari next July (2008). We're pretty set on a trip to Selous (probably 3 to 4 days) followed by a a week in Zanzibar (possibly separated by a night in Dar es Salaam). Basically around 14 days overall. If anyone can recommend any safari operators for us to talk to I'd be very grateful (or if there are any operators reading this who can give me an idea of prices for such a trip, again I'd be very grateful). Also, I've read mixed reports regarding the amount of wildlife we'd expect to see in Selous. Most seem to say that wildlife of all sorts is abundant, but I've read a couple of reports suggesting it's better for viewing landscapes, and that you won't see the large numbers of animals you'd see in the Serengeti. Again, any advice from anyone who's been there would be gratefully received! Thanks in advance for any help. Richard We organised our safari and Zanzibar stay (from the UK), with 'Tropical Trails', based in Arusha. (http://www.tropicaltrails.com) We started in Zanzibar then did the Serengeti safari, we decided to have a few more days in Zanzibar and TT sorted that for us. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. If you want to know more get in touch. Kevin |
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