Your Legendary safari begins long before you set foot in the wilderness. Whether you're a first-time safari traveler or seasoned explorer, our safari planning guide contains all the information you’ll need to help you plan with confidence and arrive ready for adventure.
With East Africa's equatorial climate, you’ll enjoy temperate weather conditions no matter when you choose to travel. It’s important to note that mornings and evenings can be cooler, so don’t forget to pack a cozy jacket.
The short rains (mid-November — December)
Sunny days and brief downpours.
The short dry season (December — March)
Wonderfully warm, sunny days with crisp mornings and cool evenings.
The long rains (April — May)
Cooler, cloudy days with abundant rainfall.
The dry season (June — mid-November)
Sun-drenched days with crisp mornings and cool evenings.
Our comprehensive packing guide is here to ensure you’re fully prepared for every stage of your luxury African safari. Please remember to pack light, as luggage allowance for light aircraft and helicopter flights is limited to 15kg (33 lbs) per person.
For a more comprehensive list, please download our travel information guide.
Clothing made from natural fabrics such as cotton and linen in neutral colors (avoid whites, blacks, dark blues, bold colors and camouflage)
Swimming costume
Sweater/fleece jacket for cooler evenings and early mornings
Activewear
A pair of comfortable walking shoes and open shoes (don’t forget socks)
A large-brimmed cotton hat/cap
Camera, extra batteries, film or memory cards
Sunglasses
Binoculars
Power bank
Plug/power converters
Journal or sketch pad
Charging cords for electrical devices
Navigate the essential details of African safari travel with confidence.
On light aircraft and helicopter flights, luggage is usually limited to one soft bag weighing a maximum of 15kg (33 lbs) per person, including hand luggage.
The main currency in Tanzania is Tanzanian Shillings; however, United States Dollars (USD) are widely accepted.
A travel visa is required for all guests traveling to Tanzania. We recommend pre-applying for your Tanzanian visa online – it’s quick and easy and takes about 3 to 10 working days to be approved. There is also an option to purchase your visa upon arrival at the airport.
Wi-Fi is available in all tented rooms and main areas in our tented camps, as well as our lodges.
Every booking with Legendary Expeditions includes a private guide and vehicle, as well as gourmet dining, select alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and activities such as walking safaris and night game drives.
Yes, laundry facilities are available at all our lodges and camps.
Protection against malaria is recommended, as Tanzania is a low-risk Malaria area. Please seek advice from your doctor before traveling to obtain the required medication. Yellow Fever vaccines are not required in Tanzania; however, if you’ve recently visited a Yellow Fever country or traveled via a Yellow Fever country into Tanzania, you’ll need to show a Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival in Tanzania.
Drones are prohibited unless a special permit is obtained.
Single-use plastics are not allowed in Tanzania (recyclable Ziplock bags are permitted so long as they are not disposed of in Tanzania).