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Separate mainland and island planning
A Serengeti safari and a Zanzibar break need different arrangements. First decide how much time belongs to each, then check the connection between them. Do not build the itinerary around the assumption that every safari ends near your island flight departure point.
Ask where the safari actually stays
Request the camp names, locations, number of nights and the route between them. Ask which drives, meals, park charges and transfers the quote includes. Seasonal wildlife movement and changing conditions mean a photograph or itinerary name cannot guarantee a particular sighting. Compare the proposed experience, not a promise to see every animal.
Balance Stone Town and a beach base
Stone Town heritage visits and a beach stay can form different parts of a Zanzibar itinerary. Choose your accommodation location around the days you want rather than assuming every excursion starts nearby. Ask the provider about transfer arrangements and the current schedule for a boat or coastal activity.
Treat climbing as a separate specialist trip
If Kilimanjaro is part of your plans, request a dedicated itinerary and discuss preparation, support, equipment and contingency arrangements with a qualified provider. Do not squeeze a climb into spare days around a safari. Confirm that your insurance covers the activities you choose and seek appropriate professional advice for your circumstances.
Before you book
Confirm current entry requirements for your nationality and check official travel advice. Schedules, access, prices and availability can change; ask the relevant provider before committing.
Destination reference: Tanzania Tourist Board. Our route suggestions are editorial recommendations, not official itineraries.
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