Frequently Asked Questions

Gypsy Tanzania Tours stands out from other travel agencies based on our commitment to providing personalized service and customized travel packages. We take the time to get to know our customers and their preferences so that we can create a travel experience that is tailored to their needs.

Yes, Gypsy Tanzania Tours offers group travel packages for families, friends, and corporate groups. Our group packages are customizable and can include activities and accommodations that are suitable for all members of the group.

The cancellation policy for Gypsy Tanzania Tours travel packages varies depending on the package selected and the time of cancellation. Our travel experts will provide you with the specific cancellation policy for your package at the time of booking.

Tanzania is great to visit any time of year.  Most people avoid the  rainy months of April, May, and November. 

The migration in East Africa is world-renowned. Millions of wildebeests  participate in the migration through Tanzania and Kenya. Hundreds of  thousands of zebra join them. Although lions and other carnivores do not  migrate with the grazing animals, they feast on them when their paths  cross 

The best time to see the migration in Tanzania is often January-March  and June-August. In the Kenya, it is often best September-October. These  are also the most popular times to go, so you will need to book well in  advance. You will see an abundance of wildlife all year round. 

Your day will start after breakfast. Activities for the day are  described below. Breakfast and dinner are provided at the hotel or  campsite. A box lunch is also provided daily to be eaten at a designated  lunch spot in the parks. The national parks close at 18:00pm, so all  game drives are completed by that time. 

 Vegetarian and other special diets can be accommodated. Please let us  know ahead of time. Protein options may be minimal on a vegetarian diet,  so you may want to bring protein supplements. 

Extra luggage can be stored in a locked storage room at your Moshi hotel  at no charge. Valuables should be left in a safe deposit box at your  hotel in Moshi ($1/day) 

Talk to your doctor about

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Typhoid
• Yellow fever
• Tetanus
• Polio
• MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
• Meningococcal Meningitis (Africa/Asia)

 Yes, you can get a visa at major airports and at border crossings, but  try to get one ahead of time to make your entry into the country as easy  as possible. 

We recommend booking your trip as soon as possible. Lodges and tented  camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before  they fill up. However, sometimes we do have space last minute as well. 

 We can add solo travelers to a group, or we can arrange a private trip for you. 

Yes, just let us know what’s in your mind and we will put all together for you! 

 Budget a minimum of $300/person for tips for Kilimanjaro, $30-50/day for  expenses and tips on safari, and $50/day for other expenses in Moshi. 

No, but we can schedule transfer from Nairobi either by land or air for an additional charge. 

 Lodges and tented camps serve breakfast and dinner, typically  buffet-style.  Lunches are often a box lunch eaten while on your game  drive. 

 We use 4 or 6 passenger 4-wheel-drive Land Cruisers, all with viewing  roofs for the safaris. The vehicles have an inverter for charging  batteries, a radio, and a cooler 

 They are licensed, trained, friendly, and have years of experience! 

We recommend booking your trip as soon as possible. Lodges and tented  camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before  they fill up. 

 We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. You can also send a bank wire transfer. 

For Kilimanjaro and camping safaris - a 20% deposit is required at time of booking to hold your reservation. While for Lodge and tented camp safaris - a 50% deposit is required at time of booking to hold your reservation, this is due to the fact that lodges and tented  camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before they fill up. However, sometimes we do have space last minute as well. 

 Final payment is due 60 days prior to arrival in Tanzania. 

The cancellation policy for Gypsy Tanzania Tours travel packages varies depending on the package selected and the time of cancellation. Our travel experts will provide you with the specific cancellation policy for your package at the time of booking.

 We can book your flights to Zanzibar from Kilimanjaro and your Zanzibar hotels.