{"id":1612,"date":"2024-09-03T00:08:25","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T00:08:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eramatare-experience.com\/?page_id=1612"},"modified":"2026-03-10T15:15:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T15:15:56","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eramatare-experience.com\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL TO TANZANIA? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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All seasons are ideal for safaris!<\/p>

- In Tanzania, the dry season extends from June to October. The landscapes of
African savannahs are golden from the sun, and the short grass allows
excellent visibility of wild animals. In July, August and September, the
large migration is located in the northern Serengeti: Kogatende region )
Waterholes and rivers attract many animals. -<\/p>

- Light rains from early November to early December are enough to keep the
the landscape, the days are still very pleasant and the rain is still fairly heavy.
rare.<\/p>

- From mid-December, January, February, and early March, the wilderness at
as far as the eye can see are home to thousands of wildebeests and zebras.
the great migration (south of the Serengeti: Ndutu region), it is also the period
of births. Numerous predators in search of prey will have
an embarrassment of riches.<\/p>

- During the rainy season of April and May, the landscape is lush green,
the steppe is blooming, animals are more active because it's not so hot. There are
fewer tourists and less expensive lodges. Although you should expect
short showers every day, it's rare to expect a day of sunshine.
rain.<\/p>

The different stages of wildebeest migration
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Come on board with us at different times of the migration of millions of people.
of wildebeests and zebras in Tanzania, and witness some absolutely
extraordinary predators such as lions,
cheetahs, leopards and hyenas, patiently watching and preparing their
an attack technique that leaves no chance for the weakest, such as
the youngest, the injured, or who fall from fatigue during this very long
journey.<\/p>

Serengeti National Park is the setting for this extraordinary natural spectacle.
migration takes place every year.
December to March is the birthing season in the south of the park (
region known as Ndutu ), newborn babies barely have time to learn
to stand on their own two feet before they have to face predators.
to start heading northwest. This is the start of the great
wildebeest migration in Tanzania.
Throughout the spring, the wildebeest cross the great plains of
West to enjoy the fat grass before starting the most demanding part of the climb.
of their adventure: crossing the Mara River in summer. Scattered
of crocodiles, the river becomes a veritable feeding ground for the
predators. As for the wildebeest, every year there are several
tens of thousands of victims.<\/p>

To complete the cycle of the great Tanzanian migration, the wildebeest
return to the grassy plains of the South in November before
set off on a new adventure.
Tanzania's Great Migration can be seen all year round,<\/p>

Dates and times of the Great Migration to remember:<\/p>

\u25cf December to March in the Ngorongoro region;
\u25cf March to April between Ngorongoro and Serengeti ;
\u25cf May to June in the Western Corridor, in the Grumeti region;
\u25cf June to July in the northern Serengeti ;
\u25cf From July to September in the Masa\u00ef Mara Park;
\u25cf October to November in the Serengeti when the herds descend.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTo discover Zanzibar, the best time is the dry season, between June and\nOctober, when rain is rarest. The average air temperature is 27\u00b0C.\nFebruary is the hottest month of the year, with temperatures rising to\nto 32\u00b0C, while August is the coolest, with temperatures as low as\nto 22\u00b0C. Indian Ocean temperatures range from 25\u00b0C to 29\u00b0C all year round. From\nMarch to May, it rains heavily. November to December,\nshort rains may occur.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the dry season, from January to March and June to October.\nto March and June to October, as this is when it rains the least and the chances of getting\nunobstructed views to and from the summit. January to March:\nThis is the most pleasant period in terms of temperature, February being the hottest month of the year.\nwarmest month of the year. June to October: this is the coldest season for climbing\nKilimanjaro. The months of November and December are also favourable for an ascent\nshort showers may occur, but Kilimanjaro is less crowded.\nfrequented.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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DO YOU NEED A VISA FOR TANZANIA? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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A visa is required to travel to Tanzania.<\/p>

- You can apply for your visa easily on arrival in Tanzania, by presenting a visa card.
passport valid at least 6 months after departure from Tanzania.
- You can apply for your visa online at https:\/\/visa.immigration.go.tz , count at
at least 3 weeks before receipt.<\/p>

The fee is 50 euros or 50 dollars per person, adult or child.
( Depending on your nationality, we recommend that you check whether your passport requires
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Are any vaccinations compulsory or recommended when visiting Tanzania\/Zanzibar? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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Aucun vaccin n\u2019est obligatoire pour entrer en Tanzanie pour les voyageurs arrivant directement d\u2019Europe ou de pays ne pr\u00e9sentant pas de risque sanitaire particulier.<\/p>

Toutefois, il est recommand\u00e9 de v\u00e9rifier aupr\u00e8s de votre m\u00e9decin ou d\u2019un centre de m\u00e9decine des voyages<\/strong> que vos vaccins courants sont \u00e0 jour (t\u00e9tanos, dipht\u00e9rie, poliomy\u00e9lite, etc.).<\/p>

Visit vaccin contre la fi\u00e8vre jaune<\/strong> est obligatoire uniquement pour les voyageurs en provenance d\u2019un pays o\u00f9 la fi\u00e8vre jaune est pr\u00e9sente<\/strong>, ou pour ceux qui ont transit\u00e9 plus de 12 heures dans un pays \u00e0 risque<\/strong> (par exemple : Kenya, Ouganda, \u00c9thiopie, etc.). Dans ce cas, un certificat international de vaccination<\/strong> peut \u00eatre demand\u00e9 \u00e0 l\u2019arriv\u00e9e.<\/p>

Certains vaccins peuvent \u00e9galement \u00eatre recommand\u00e9s selon votre situation personnelle et la dur\u00e9e du s\u00e9jour<\/strong>, comme l\u2019h\u00e9patite A ou la typho\u00efde. Votre m\u00e9decin pourra vous conseiller en fonction de votre profil et de votre itin\u00e9raire.<\/p>


Malaria: the best prevention is to avoid mosquito bites.
We recommend..:
- anti-mosquito lotion
- covering clothing
- contact your GP, who will advise you and prescribe a preventive treatment
adapted.
Lodges are equipped with mosquito nets.
Malaria is generally more prevalent on the Dar es Salaam coast than on safari and Zanzibar.
there aren't more mosquitoes than in France, there aren't mosquitoes everywhere and all the time, all the time.
Mosquitoes are not necessarily carriers, but it's best to be cautious.
https:\/\/www.diplomatie.gouv.fr\/fr\/conseils-aux-voyageurs\/conseils-par-pays-destination\/tanzanie\/#sante<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Ts\u00e9 Ts\u00e9 flies:<\/strong><\/span>
By choosing to wear neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, green, olive),
light brown) to avoid attracting the biting flies that are drawn to bright colors.
Most people do not suffer any adverse reaction to the stings of these
flies, but some suffer from itching and swelling. The fly
tsetse is mainly found in the forested areas of Tarangire and in the
parts of the Serengeti. They are most active during the day.<\/p>

Basic pharmacy to bring with you:
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- Analgesic
- Antispasmodic
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic
- Eye drops
- Treatment for motion sickness if you are prone to it
- Sunscreen and biafine (the sun in Zanzibar is very strong)
- Noise ball
- Soothing ointment for insect bites
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Nous ne r\u00e9servons pas les vols internationaux : ceux-ci doivent \u00eatre r\u00e9serv\u00e9s directement par les voyageurs.<\/p>

Les assurances li\u00e9es aux vols internationaux doivent \u00e9galement \u00eatre souscrites par les voyageurs aupr\u00e8s de leur assurance personnelle.<\/p>

Nous restons toutefois enti\u00e8rement disponibles pour vous conseiller, vous aider \u00e0 trouver les meilleures offres et vous orienter dans la r\u00e9servation de vos vols<\/strong>, afin de faciliter l\u2019organisation de votre voyage.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The sockets used in Tanzania are D\/G type, so you'll need a
adapter for recharging your appliances. The voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz, as in France. For further information, please contact
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We recommend that you take out your own cancellation insurance as well as a
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Once you are happy with your program, fare and travel dates, the application
de r\u00e9servation se fait par email ou par la rubrique: CONTACT du site internet de la compagnie https:\/\/eramatare-experience.com<\/a> by responding to the relevant program and
indicating that you wish to reserve.
Eramatare Experience contactera tous les lodges afin de v\u00e9rifier que les lodges sont bien tous toujours disponibles entre le moment o\u00f9 le devis a \u00e9t\u00e9 envoy\u00e9 et le moment o\u00f9 vous avez souhait\u00e9 r\u00e9server. Si un lodge s\u2019\u00e9tait compl\u00e9t\u00e9 entre-temps, des lodges alternatifs vous seront propos\u00e9s. Apr\u00e8s le retour de tous les lodges et acceptation des potentielles alternatives, une facture d\u00e9taill\u00e9e sera envoy\u00e9e par email comprenant le montant de l\u2019acompte pour la r\u00e9servation du voyage et le montant du solde final.<\/p>

For your reservation:<\/strong>
Un acompte de 30% du voyage \u00e0 r\u00e9server sera demand\u00e9 et encaiss\u00e9 pour les h\u00e9bergements en lodges.
Un acompte de 20% du voyage \u00e0 r\u00e9server sera demand\u00e9 et encaiss\u00e9 pour les h\u00e9bergements en camping ou chez l\u2019habitant. Le contrat et la r\u00e9servation du voyage seront effectifs d\u00e8s la r\u00e9ception de l\u2019acompte envoy\u00e9 par:<\/p>

\u25cf Virement bancaire ou Carte bancaire.<\/p>

For the balance of the trip:<\/strong> il peut \u00eatre r\u00e9gler de la fa\u00e7on suivante:<\/p>