Does it matter what time I arrive or depart?

If you arrive/depart at any time on the scheduled start/end dates of your trip, OneSeed will arrange for airport transfers. Pickup will be arranged to efficiently transfer clients with flight times in close proximity (generally within one hour of each other). If you plan to arrive before the scheduled start date or stay past the end date of your trip, you will need to coordinate your own airport transfer or purchase a trip extension through OneSeed.

Do I need a visa? And what about passport requirements?

• Visas are required for US citizens. You can purchase your visa at the airport upon arrival to Tanzania ($100 USD) OR obtain your Visa prior to traveling to Tanzania. Please keep your passport and visa with you at all times during your expedition.
• Your passport must be valid for six months after your country departure date. It should also have at least one blank page for any necessary stamps.
• Visit the State Department website for Tanzania travel information for the most up-to-date Tanzania travel requirements.

What happens if my trip is altered due to unforseen circumstances?

Per the Assumption of Risk and Liability Waiver Agreement, if your expedition must be altered at any point, you are responsible for any additional costs.Canceled flights and transportation strikes happen. We do our best to ensure that your experience is unaltered by handling the situation efficiently and smoothly. For complete terms and conditions, see here. We recommend reviewing optional trip cancellation and interruption insurance to cover expenses in these instances. Some instances that have come up are:

• A twisted ankle one week before a trip
• Power outages in the Atlanta airport leaving travelers stranded
• Burst appendix!
• Earthquakes or floods cutting a trip short

DO I NEED ANY IMMUNIZATIONS OR MEDICINE?

• Talk to your physician and follow recommended CDC guidelines for Tanzania.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Cards are required for some travelers depending on their travel itinerary. The government of Tanzania requires proof of yellow fever vaccination upon arrival if you are traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever (this does not include the US). If you're traveling from any of the countries listed in this link, a yellow fever vaccine is required.
• Question on vaccines? Call your local Travel Medicine Clinic or Yellow Fever Vaccination Clinic

WILL WE NEED TO FILTER WATER?

Safe drinking water will be provided to you during your safari. When in Arusha, be sure to only drink bottled water and do not use tap water to brush your teeth.

WHAT FOOD SHOULD I EXPECT TO EAT DURING SAFARI?

• REMEMBER: Avoid street food when you first arrive in Tanzania! You do not want to begin your trek with unnecessary stomach issues.
• Breakfast may include crepes/pancakes, toast, eggs, sausage/bacon, fruit, tea, hot cocoa, and coffee. Lunch may include a sandwich, fried chicken, puff pastry with either spinach or meat/carrots/peas, candy/biscuit, a banana, and hard-boiled eggs. Dinner may include soup, pasta, steak, chicken, fish, salad, and fruit with some local Tanzanian dishes.
• OneSeed is able to accommodate most allergies and dietary preferences. If you didn't include this information on your registration form, please email info@oneseedexpeditions.com. We recommend any vegan travelers bring extra protein bars.

WHAT ARE THE ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE ON SAFARI?

You will be staying at our partner tented camps run by Ang'ata. There are large private or shared tents as well as a lounge tent and a dining tent. Each guest tent has an en-suite bathroom with shower, vanity, and flush toilets. King size beds or two twin beds are available by request. The lounge is the place to meet other travelers and share your day’s safari stories while enjoying a cup of Tanzanian coffee or tea. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are served in the dining tent, freshly prepared by your chef on a daily basis. Bush TV (local name for the campfire) is lit when the weather permits.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

• Please refer to our Terms & Conditions here: www.oneseedexpeditions.com/terms-of-service

DO I NEED TO TIP MY GUIDE?

Travelers often want to know how many staff members to anticipate and how to accurately tip each individual. For smaller private groups (2-4) you will typically have one guide and support staff at your tented Ang'ata camps. We recommend setting aside $15/per person per day for your safari guide and $5-10/day for the staff tipping box at the Ang'ata camps. These amounts are simply a suggestion, and travelers are welcome to tip as they see fit.

WHAT IS THE ELEVATION? IS ALTITUDE A CONCERN?

The highest elevation you will reach on your safari is 7,500 ft. Expect a chillier night on top of Nogrongoro Crater due to the higher altitude.

HOW DOES THE SEASONAL MIGRATION AFFECT WHAT ANIMALS ARE SEEN ON SAFARI?

• A safari in Tanzania will take your breath away regardless of season but there are certain months which may offer different experiences than others.
• The best wildlife viewing months in Tanzania are during the Dry Season from late June to end of October since there is less vegetation and animals congregate around waterholes and rivers. The best chance of seeing the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is during June and July and the time to see the wildebeest calving is in late January to February.

CAN I LEAVE SOME OF MY LUGGAGE IN THE HOTEL DURING THE TREK?

You will be staying at the same hotel before and after your trek in Arusha. Leaving an extra bag at either hotel during your safari is free of charge.

WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE?

Visit the terrain section above to see average temperatures and weather forecasts for Arusha and the Serengeti.

ANY OTHER TIPS?

We always ask that you stay safe on the trail by drinking plenty of water, eating well, and communicating openly with your guide about any issues that arise. Be sure to take care of your belongings, be respectful of your travel companions, practice your Swahili with people you meet along the way, and respect the natural landscape that you're exploring.