Active Kili Top and Safaris

Absolutely! Tanzania is a key tourist hub, and the locals are friendly. Your guides from Active Kili Top and Safaris know all the safety tips, so you’ll be in good hands the moment you land.

The Big Five book includes the lion, leopard, African elephant, rhinoceros, and Cape buffalo—animals that once topped the list for hunters, but now amaze photographers and nature lovers.

Your safari dream can come true anywhere! We have options like budget tents, cozy lodges, and luxury tented camps with comfy beds and room service, all in the heart of the parks.

Light, comfy clothes in muted colors (think khaki and olive), a fleece for chilly nights, sturdy shoes, a wide-brim hat, sunscreen, a handy insect spray, and a camera ready to click are key!

Yes, you will most likely need a visa. You can get one on arrival at the airport or, to speed things up, apply online through the official Tanzania immigration website before you leave home.

If you are coming from a Yellow Fever zone, you’ll need to show proof of that vaccination. Beyond that, it’s wise to check with your doctor about other recommended shots like Tetanus and Hepatitis A.

Tips are a common way to thank your guide for great service. Generally, you’d tip about $20to$25 per guide each day, and that’s per group, not per individual.

You can use major credit cards at bigger hotels and lodges, but you should still keep US dollars on hand for tips and small purchases. Make sure your bills were printed after 2009. ATMs are available in cities, with Arusha being the most common stop.

Booking with a local operator like Active Kili Top and Safaris gives you the best local insight, helps keep tourism dollars in the community, and offers a more personalized itinerary that bigger companies can’t match.