Can I take my children on safari?
Will I stay in tents or lodges?
What if I want a custom safari?
We would be delighted to work with you to help you and your family,
friends or organization plan the best possible safari to match your
interests and budget. We organize custom safaris for professional
photographers, honeymoon couples and families.
Can I take my children on safari?
YES! Pride Safaris has a personal understanding and deep
commitment to meeting the special needs of families. We have designed
our unique family safari programs to allow you and your children to
experience the wonders of Africa together. Please explain you families
interests so that we can work on them.
You'll have a chance to deepen your understanding of cultural diversity,
discover the many miracles of nature, and at the same time play, laugh,
and enjoy the pleasure of one another's company. Our trips are well
suited for children.
Will I stay in tents or lodges?
Our safaris offer a wide array of safari styles to suit your interests
and budget. Please see our website for a description of the different
types of accommodations we use on our trips.
How big are your
safari groups?
Small. Our scheduled safaris vary in size depending on the nature of the
safari. We keep our groups small (the very maximum is 15 people, minimal
1 - 5 people) to allow a more intimate connection with the African bush.
What clothes should
I bring on safari?
Pack lightweight, washable cloths plus a sweater for
early morning game drives, a sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Long
sleeves and trousers in light-colored fabrics help discourage insect
bites. Shorts for women are acceptable (but not too short). Women should
carry a wrap to cover legs in the village and towns as revealing cloths
can cause offence, especially in Zanzibar and Muslim areas. On the beach
and within the confines of beach hotels normal swim wear (but not
nudity) is acceptable. For climbing on Kilimanjaro and Meru, take
thermal underwear, light layers, sweater, rain jacket, good socks and
sturdy boots
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Safari dress is comfortable and casual - layers are recommended. Keep it
simple and bring things you don't mind getting dusty. We have number of
links that can help you on you preparation.
What's the food like on safari?
You will be pleasantly surprised by both the quality and the variety of
the food available on safari. In most lodges, meals are served
buffet-style so you can choose what you like. The food is prepared
according to western tastes, with some curries and local cuisine
included. If you choose a camping safari, fresh meat and produce is
prepared by our expert chefs to the highest sanitary standards. Most
returning guests rave about our camp food! A request for local food is
welcome. Mostly we buy food for camping safaris before we start the
safari you have a chance of telling exactly what kind of food you would
like to have while on safari.
Can special dietary requirements be accommodated?
Special dietary requirements such as vegetarian or diabetic meals can
easily be arranged with advanced notice. If you are vegetarian or vegan
you may wish to bring along some alternative protein sources. If you
have multiple food allergies, you'll definitely want to bring along
supplemental snacks. It is important we know of any possible dietary
restrictions as soon as possible.
Is it OK to drink the water?
We provide two liter bottled water a day for every client, and you can
purchase more bottled water at all the lodges and camps or before the
Safari.
What shots should I get?
For medical advice it is always best to consult your doctor or travel
clinic. The minimum requirements for entry into Tanzania are a yellow
fever vaccination and anti-malarial medication. Bear in mind that you
will be staying in camps and lodges oriented to meet the needs of
American and European guests.
What if the Car get break down?
Pride Safaris is responsible for sending a rescue
vehicle (s) within 4hrs - 5hrs since receiving the information of
the break down. A rescue will be done and compensations will be done
based on time replacement (extra half day or full day) or refund of 30%
of a full day tour deducted from the total tour cost per day. The
distance from the event will also determine the arrival time of a rescue
vehicle (s). A quick evacuation can also be done by flying doctors
(which will be included in the package on your request). or transfer to
a near by Hotel or lodge for accommodation and catering services. If the
car can be maintained on the field and continue then there will be no
need of sending a rescue vehicles instead we will replace the time by
adding extra time on the game