WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED
TO KNOW! (FAQ)
What
if I want a custom safari?
The Soaring Flamingo team would be delighted to work
with you to help you and your family, friends or
organization build the best possible safari to match
your interests and budget. We can organize custom
safaris for professional photographers, honeymoon
couples and families. Simply ask us!
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Can I
take my children on safari?
YES! Soaring Flamingo has a personal understanding and
deep commitment to meeting the special needs of
families. Our trips are well suited for children. We
have designed our unique family safari programs to allow
you and your children to experience the wonders of
Africa together. Please outline your particular family’s
interests, so that we can incorporate them. You and
your family will have a unique opportunity to deepen
your understanding of cultural diversity, discover the
many miracles of nature, and at the same time play,
laugh, and enjoy the pleasure of one another.
Will
I stay in tents or lodges?
Our safaris offer a wide array of safari styles to
suit your interests and budget. Please scroll
the website for a description of the different types of
accommodation available.
What
is the average size of a safari group?
Small. Our scheduled safaris vary in size depending on
the nature of the safari. In general, we keep our groups
small (minimum 1 to 5 people, and occasionally up to an
absolute maximum of 15). We feel strongly that the
small size allows a more intimate connection with the
African wilderness.
What
clothes should I bring on safari?
Pack
lightweight, washable clothes, plus a sweater for early
morning game drives; a sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen
are strongly advisable as well. Long sleeves and
trousers in light-colored fabrics help discourage insect
bites. Modest length shorts for women are perfectly
acceptable, but women should carry a wrap to cover their
legs in rural villages and towns, since clothes that are
too revealing can cause offence especially in Zanzibar
and in Muslim dominated areas. On the beach and within
the confines of beach hotels, normal swimwear (but not
nudity) is acceptable.
Safari
dress is basically comfortable and casual - layers are
recommended. Keep it simple and bring things you don't
mind getting dusty. We have included several web links
to guide you in your preparation.
What
food can I expect on safari?
You will be pleasantly surprised by both the quality and
the variety of the food available on safari. In most
lodges, meals are served buffet-style, so you can choose
what you like. The food is generally prepared according
to western tastes, with some curries and local cuisine
included. If you choose a camping safari, fresh meat and
produce is prepared to the highest sanitary standards by
our team’s expert chefs. Indeed, most returning guests
rave about our camp food! Request for local food is
certainly welcome. Your guide and chef will generally
purchase all the food before the safari starts, so get
your orders in on time!
Can
special dietary requirements be accommodated?
Special dietary requirements such as vegetarian or
diabetic meals can easily be arranged with advance
notice. If you are vegetarian or vegan you may wish to
bring along some alternative protein sources. If you
have multiple food allergies, you will definitely want
to bring along supplemental snacks. It is important we
know of any possible dietary restrictions as soon as
possible.
Is it
OK to drink the tap water?
We provide two liters of bottled water per day for
each client, and you can purchase more bottled water at
all the lodges and camps or before the Safari. Overall,
we recommend you consume only bottled water.
What
vaccinations should I have?
For medical Travel tip it is always best to consult
your doctor or travel clinic well in advance of your
departure. The minimum requirements for entry into
Tanzania are proof of a yellow fever vaccination and an
anti-malarial medication. Bear in mind that you will be
staying in camps and lodges oriented to meet the needs
of North American and European guests.
What if
the safari jeep breaks en route?
Soaring
Flamingo Adventures is responsible for sending a rescue
vehicle (s) within 4 to 5 hours (depending on your
location) upon receiving notification of a vehicle
breakdown. The vehicle shall be replaced and
compensation awarded by way of additional time allotment
(extra half day or full day), or a refund of up to 30%
of a full day tour deducted from the total daily tour
cost.
If
necessary, an emergency evacuation can be arranged by
“flying doctors” (included in the trip package, on your
request), or a simple transfer to nearby Hotel or lodge
for accommodation and catering services.
