Tanzania is a welcoming, well-established safari destination. Here's an honest look at safety with wildlife, the health basics (malaria, yellow fever), and how we look after you.
Tanzania has hosted safari travellers for decades and tourism is a cornerstone of the country. With a good operator, sensible precautions and an experienced guide, a safari here is a safe, hugely rewarding trip for couples, families and solo travellers alike.
Safety with wildlife
Game viewing is done from a vehicle or with an armed ranger on walking safaris. Your guide knows animal behaviour intimately and keeps a respectful distance. Follow a few simple rules — stay in the vehicle unless told otherwise, keep noise down, and don't stand up during sightings — and you're in very safe hands.
Health basics
- Yellow fever: a vaccination certificate is required only if you're arriving from (or transiting) a country with risk of yellow fever — not for most direct arrivals. Check your route.
- Malaria: much of the safari circuit is a malaria area. Speak to your doctor about anti-malarial tablets, and use repellent and cover up at dusk.
- Routine vaccines: make sure tetanus, hepatitis and other routine jabs are up to date; your travel clinic will advise.
- Water: drink bottled or filtered water (we provide drinking water on game drives).
In towns and lodges
Arusha and the tourist areas are welcoming. Use the same common sense you would anywhere — don't flash valuables, use hotel safes, and let your guide advise on any area. Lodges and camps are secure and staffed.
How Kabengo looks after you
- Well-maintained 4x4 vehicles and experienced, licensed driver-guides.
- Flying-doctors emergency evacuation cover included on our trips.
- A fully licensed, bonded operator (TATO / TALA) with 24/7 support during your journey.
Tell us any health needs or concerns when we plan your trip and we'll build around them.