Posted on July 23rd, 2020 by Overland Africa
Kenya and Tanzania Travel Update
Kenya Travel Update:
On 6 July 2020, the Kenyan government announced that local air travel will resume operations from 15 July 2020 and that international travel will resume from 1 August 2020.
Kenya’s Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has implemented a reduction in park entry fees from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021.
Open for international travel / date of reopening: 1 August 2020
Health screening on arrival: Visitors will be expected to undergo health screening procedures – details to be confirmed.
Tanzania Travel Update:
The government of Tanzania announced on 18 May 2020 that it will lift the ban on international flights arriving and departing from the country.
All hotels and other tourist facilities in the country must go through a COVID-19 certification process, and official documents must be placed at the entrances of all facilities.
The Tanzanian government has also directed all the country’s tourism entities to appoint and adequately train COVID-19 liaison officers to be the point of contact with its Health Ministry.
Open for international travel/date of reopening: Since 1 June 2020
Health screening and quarantine protocols on arrival:
No visitors will be subjected to 14 days quarantine when landing in Tanzania but will be expected to adhere to full protective measures against the spread of COVID-19.
Countries allowed to travel to the destination:
All – if a passenger’s body temperatures test normal, they will be able to enter the country without being quarantined.
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Posted on July 23rd, 2020 by Overland Africa
Why Kenya and Tanzania Safaris?
Why Kenya and Tanzania Safaris?
Recommended Top 5 tours because they offer more than just the incredible game viewing, they offer a cultural experience and picturesque landscapes which can be experienced anytime of the year.
We have accommodation to suit your comfort levels, without losing the ‘Africa Bush’ feeling. We have tried and tested lodges to pitching a tent in the wild.
Not only do you get to experience the magic of Africa while making new friendships but this makes visiting Africa affordable for any budget, giving you that extra buck in your budget to enjoy sundowners with our African sunset!
Airlines flying into the destination:
- Air Tanzania could resume operations to other countries that have re-opened for international travel, or for passengers looking to fly with the airline – to be confirmed.
- Ethiopian Airlines are currently offering flights into Tanzania.
- Qatar Airways will be flying to Zanzibar four times a week from 11 July 2020, and to Kilimanjaro International Airport three times a week from 13 July 2020.
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will start flying to Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam from 30 June 2020.
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Top Tour Picks for East Africa
- 12 Day Kenya and Tanzania Adventure
- This Camping Adventure safari combines the highlights of both Kenya and Tanzania.
- We concentrate on the internationally acclaimed game parks that are known to be – the home of the Discovery Channel.
- We will also visit lesser-known areas and will enjoy the interaction with the local tribes, including the renowned Masai.
- 6 Day Tanzania Safari
- With an abundance of fascinating cultures, hot beaches, unique wildlife, the Serengeti & the great Ngorongoro Crater the ideal destination for any traveller
- Kenya & Tanzania’s Great National Parks Lodge Safari
- On this 10-day great East African safari, you will visit the region’s most-loved national parks and the lesser-known hidden gem Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
- Kenya’s Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru and Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater await with spectacular wildlife sightings.
- Travelling in your 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser and in a small group of not more than seven travellers, you have enough time to enjoy every moment of your safari without being in a rush.
- 13 Day Kenya and Tanzania Adventure
- From the undulating Maasai Mara to the flat plains of the Serengeti, the majestic Ngorongoro Crater to sun-kissed beaches on the tropical island of Zanzibar, find those unforgettable memories.
- Kenya Adventure
- 6 days wildlife safari to three of Kenya‘s most popular parks
- With abundant wildlife, birdlife,breathtaking sceneries
- Lakes and the Big 5 trail/wildebeest migration
Top Tour Picks for East Africa
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BecauseKenya and Tanzania is ready to welcome you…..
With Kenya and Tanzania being ahead of the pack and clients on safari already, we have our top 5 tours to experience the best that Kenya and Tanzania have to show case!
All tours offer the most incredible game viewing and landscapes of Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater and much, much more…. Game drives in the national parks are done in 4×4 vehicles offering each guest the best view for spotting the big 5! If you need to break out and enjoy the wide open spaces again talk to us, we will help you get there….
You still have the opportunity to witness the great migration in the next few months:
- August Migration – The survivors celebrate by feasting in the northern Serengeti and begin crossing into Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve.
- September Migration – The herds break up into smaller groups. About half of the animals remain in the northern Serengeti, and the rest are swapping war stories in the Masai Mara
- October Migration – Your best bet is the Masai Mara
- November Migration – In a ‘normal year’ the short rains have begun, which propels the wildebeest to leave the now denuded grasslands of the Masai Mara and head back into the rejuvenated Serengeti.
- December Migration – Fresh grazing sees the wildebeest clustered in the north-eastern Serengeti (around Lobo in particular), as well as the southern Serengeti. Because Calving begins again, the predators move in again, and the cycle of life begins all over again.
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Once in a lifetime Madagascar Adventure
As the biggest island in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar is famous for its distinctive wildlife and biodiversity. With spectacular views of nature, white sandy beaches, beautiful rainforest and delicious local cuisine, Madagascar offers you a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Most famous for its lemurs (primitive relatives of monkeys, apes, and humans), vibrant chameleons, magnificent orchids, and gigantic baobab trees, Madagascar is home to some of the world’s most unique flora and fauna. When to Go? Generally speaking, the north is hot and humid, the east is wet and the south is arid.
The wettest season is Jan-Mar, with cyclones in February, but outside of these months the best time to visit Madagascar depends on your itinerary.
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Once in a lifetime Madagascar Adventure
Take a look at our Madagascar tours below:
Madagascar Escape
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Experience Madagascar’s varied habitats during this journey which takes you from the waterfalls and lakes of Montagne d’Ambre National Park to the underground caves and limestone ‘tsingy’ of Ankarana Reserve, before enjoying the tropical beaches of Nosy Be. Throughout your stay you will have the opportunity to encounter a multitude of animals, most of which are endemic to Madagascar.
1000 Views of Madagascar
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Discover the best of Madagascar during this fascinating eleven-day tour with lemurs, colourful tribes, tropical beaches, bustling markets and ever-changing scenery. Begin your adventure in Tana and travel through unspoilt nature, the dense forests of Andasibe, the eroded hills of Antsirabe, Fianarantsoa, Isalo National Park, Ifaty and Tulear.
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Our Top Picks for Travel in June
Our Top Picks for Travel in June
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda
Season-Winter Average Temperature for June -20 Celsius 66 Fahrenheit
What: Superb gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.
Why: Both lie in Africa’s equatorial rainforest belt but in June, Uganda’s rainfall is a fifth of what it was in March while Rwanda’s precipitation is down by 90 percent compared to April. This dry spell makes trekking much easier as there is less heavy-going mud. More sunlight also penetrates the forest canopy, making it lighter for photographers hoping to snap the ultimate gorilla shot.
Grumeti River Tanzania
Season-Winter Average Temperature for June-21 Celsius 70 Fahrenheit
What: Witness thousands of wildebeest crossing the Grumeti River during their annual migration around the Serengeti-Masai Mara ecosystem.
Why: The river crossings are considered one of the most dramatic aspects of the Wildebeest Migration and thousands of safari goers flock to see them. The Grumeti crossings are far more exclusive because they take place in the private Grumeti Reserve. This means far fewer vehicles and people, making for a far more exclusive experience.
Masai Mara National Park Kenya
Season-WinterAverage Temperature for June-19 Celsius-66 Fahrenheit
What: Classic game viewing without the crowds.
Why: The weather is cooler and drierand the animals aren’t venturing too far from water or grazing as winter settles in, making for superb game viewing. The other bonus is that the Wildebeest Migration is generally still in the Grumeti and Serengeti in Tanzania, making Kenya far less crowded. You may not see the Migration but you will see the Masai Mara’s iconic sunsets and rolling savannah.
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Our Top Picks for Travel in April
CAPE TOWN SOUTH AFRICA
Our Top Picks for Travel in April
Season-Autumn Average Temperature for April-22 Celsius-71 Fahrenheit
What: Wine tasting in Franschhoek or Constantia, visiting the African penguins at Boulders Beach, climbing the lighthouse at Cape Point and taking the cable car to the top of Table Mountain.
Why: April heralds classic autumn weather in South Africa’s oldest and most beautiful city. The heat and south-easterly winds of summer have passed, and the chilly drizzle of winter is yet to set in, making this month almost perfect in terms of the weather.
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Bazaruto Archipelago Mozambique
Season-AutumnAverage Temperature for April-25 Celsius-76 Fahrenheit
What: Snorkelling and scuba diving. Not to mention spa treatments, seafood feasts and long walks on the beach.
Why: By April, the five islands that make up the Bazaruto Archipelago are drying up after the summer rains before peak season arrive. Visitor numbers are slowly growing, leaving you with a good choice of honeymoon or family vacation.
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https://www.overlandafrica.com/overland-tours/mozambique-in-comfort/
Sossusvlei & Etosha National Park Namibia
Season-AutumnAverage Temperature for April-23 Celsius 73 Fahrenheit
What: Spellbinding landscapes at Sossusvlei and rewarding game watching in Etosha.
Why: The intense heat of summer has passed and the rain is pretty much over but the cold evenings of winter are yet to arrive. The landscape still has some greenery and pools of water dot it here and there.
Click the link to take a look at one of our favourite Namibia tours:
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Our Top Picks for Travel In March
Southern Serengeti Tanzania
Why: By March, the thousands of babies that ‘dropped’ in January and February are strong enough to join their parents on their trans-savannah trek. It is also Green Season in Tanzania, meaning low rates and low visitor numbers but high opportunities for photographers.
What to see: Seeing the mega herds of the Wildebeest Migration begin to move northwards.
Our Top Picks for Travel In March
Sabi Sands Game Reserve South Africa
Why: The Sabi Sands shares an unfenced border with Kruger, making it one of the most exciting game destinations in the country. By March, summer’s afternoon thunderstorms are largely over but the vegetation remains lush and verdant – an excellent backdrop for photographers.
What to see: Excellent leopard and rhino sightings in Big 5 country, topped off by incredible accommodation and service as well as night drives and nature walks.
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