Frequently asked questions about safaris in East Africa by tourists
Frequently asked questions about safaris in East Africa by tourists : East Africa is a great tourist destination situated in the Eastern region of African continent, the region is among the top tourist destination as it is composed of many tourist destinations and attraction which makes it to be a top destination. East African region is composed of countries like Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi and Sudan making up the East African Community, East Africa hosts tourist attractions such as mountain gorillas, mountains like mountain Rwenzori, mountain Kilimanjaro, mountain Elgon, mountain Kenya and many more. East Africa is also gifted with many species of wildlife such as lions, wildebeests, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles and many more, the region also experiences the world’s spectacle the great migration o f animals the wildebeest migration which takes place in Masai Mara national reserve of Kenya and Serengeti national park of Tanzania .
As tourist wish to travel to East Africa for a safari, there are many questions they ask themselves pertaining their travel and safari to East Africa. This article answers some of the frequently asked questions by tourists about east African safari and they are as answered below.
Safaris offered in east Africa
East Africa as a region is a fascinating and breathtaking destination for tourists as it is gifted with numerous tourist attractions and because of that it offers a wide range safari to fit your preference, safaris offered in East Africa depends on the region you are to visit for a safari and these safari activities include
- In Uganda safaris offered include Mountain gorilla trekking, Chimpanzee tracking, Water rafting, Game drives, Nature and forest walks, Cultural visits, Bird watching, Boat cruise and boat rides, Kampala city tour, Mountain hiking and many more.
- In Kenya safaris offered include mountain hiking, boat cruise, game drives, forest and nature walks, community cultural visits, city tours and many more.
- In Tanzania safaris offered include game drives, nature and forest walks, city tours, cultural visits and many more
- In Rwanda safaris offered include game drives, city tours, forest and nature walks, mountain gorilla trekking and many more.
The cost of safaris in east Africa
The cost of an East Africa safari is a question frequently asked by the tourist as they intend to visit East Africa for a safari, as a tour company Focus East Africa tours the cost of a safari in East Africa safari is determine by
- kind of the safari you prefer that is luxury safari, mid-range safari and budget safari
- Safari activities you wish to engage in while on your east Africa safari such as mountain gorilla trekking, game drives, nature walks, hiking and many more.
- The kind of accommodation you want to stay in while on your safari in East Africa such as luxury accommodation, mid-range and budget accommodation facility
Generally the cost of an East Africa safari depends on your interests while on your safari in East Africa.
Possibility of visiting all east African countries on one trip
Most tourists wish to visit multiple tourist destinations in one trip and the question they usually ask themselves is the possibility of doing the safari, as Focus East Africa tours it is very possible to visit more than one park regardless of them being situated in various regions/countries of East Africa. What makes your safari possible is your tourist visa which determines the number of days you are to spend as it is the only allowance to grant you stay in a particular country and the destination.
Best time to visit East Africa for a safari
It is always a good time to visit East Africa for a safari but as it is known in human nature there is always a best time to so as to get a great experience, according to climatic conditions received in East African that is dry and wet season the best time to visit East Africa for a great safari experience is in the dry season. The long dry season in East Africa is received in the period of July to October, as a tourist you might be asking yourself what makes the dry season the best time for a safari in East Africa. In dry season the vegetation cover in national park is short which offers you easy sights of the animals and the trails used while game drives, nature walks, mountain gorilla trekking experience and many more are typically dry and less slippery which makes the experience amazing.
What to carry for an East African safari
What to park for an East African safari is a question asked by many tourists, East Africa is a tropical country which makes it climatically hot because it is close to the equator. East African countries Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda receive a variation of both rain and sun which makes it difficult to a time to predict the kind of whether to experience in some tourist destinations. Some destinations like Bwindi impenetrable national park, Mgahinga forest national park and volcanoes national park are relatively cold because they are situated on high altitude and receive unexpected rain pours which requires you as tourist to pack rain gears, warm sweaters and many more. On the other hand destinations like Serengeti national park, kidepo national park and many more are hot during day and cold during night which requires you to pack sunscreen lotion, hats, caps, light clothing for the day and warm clothing. Generally items to carry depends on the activity you are going to do and the destination, your packing list should not miss
- A hat
- Comfortable shoes
- Waterproof jackets, bags
- Warm clothing
- Sunscreen lotion
- Mosquito repellents
- A camera and extra batteries
- Personal medication and many more
Meal plan and menu offered to tourists
Meals are a great necessity while on your safari in East Africa and because it is one of the requirements for a tourist on a safari a variety of menu and cuisines are offered, food and drinks in East Africa are offered by accommodation facilities that is lodges, hotels and camps and the offer meal plans such as lunch and dinner, breakfast, lunch and dinner and breakfast and lunch. Numerous hotels, lodges and camps (accommodation facilities) offers a variety of cuisines that is African, Asian, American and European cuisines with a menu professionally prepared by highly hygienic and professional chefs. Menu and foods are served according to your preference as a tourist and special meals are also offered upon your request.
Is yellow fever vaccination important?
When transferring into a foreign proper medication documents are a must so that you are offered access and entry, the same thing applies to all East African counties. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is one of the most important medication documents you are required to present at the main entry points in various East African countries you intend on visiting while on your safari. Because of this you need to take a yellow fever vaccination shot before you travel to East Africa for a safari.
Mode of transportation within a specific country of safari
Many tourists wonder which kind/mode of transport available for them to use while on their safari in East Africa, as Focus East Africa tours the modes of transport depends on the movements you wish to engage in as a tourist, the regions of the tourist destinations you intend to visit, the distance between the destinations you are to visit and your preference as a tourist. The mostly used modes of transport while on a safari in East Africa are road transport and air transport, road means of transport is the commonly used mode of transport to connect from destination to another. Booking your safari with a safari company such as Focus East Africa Safaris offers guarantees you a private vehicle with a professional safari guide/guide to assist you while on your safari, the vehicle mandatory to be used on a safari in East Africa is a 4wheel forward car (4WD car) because it is capable of passing through slippery routes in the parks. Air means of transport is usually used when connecting from destinations situated in different regions such as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, these destinations are usually many kilometers apart and at times it is possible to use road means of transport but because it is many hours of drive to an extent of a full a day air transport is the best option.
