Recently there have been concerning reports of an eviction program underway in Ngorongoro, which is moving Tanzanian Maasai people via incentivisation practices, and Kenyan Maasai people via forced eviction means. Much Better Adventures can reassure our community that conservation-based tourism, of the kind offered on this trip, is not contributing to this practice. After widespread discussion with our partners in the area, we have been assured that conservation-based tourism is continuing to deliver economic benefits to the Maasai communities. A percentage of the cost of the permits that our trip price includes to access the park enables the Maasai communities to pay for education and provides them with access to healthcare and business opportunities. In return, they aid the conservation effort by safeguarding wildlife and continuing to co-existing with animals as they have done for centuries.

The Tanzanian government has not officially stated the driver of the evictions, however the sentiment amongst a coalition of tour operators in East Africa - including our local partner who operates this trip - is that the change has been driven by the potential zoning of the area for big game trophy hunting - the antithesis of the conservation-based tourism that we promote. The lack of transparency around the evictions is making it difficult for tour operators in the region to advocate collectively against the decision, however discussions are underway as to how the coalition of local tour operators can protest the issue in the coming months. Our local partners have also assured us that withdrawing from the area will only negatively impact the current Maasai community who benefit from conservation-based tourism, which remains a vehicle for them to stay connected and earn a living on their ancestral lands.

This is a light adventure, easily manageable by anyone with basic fitness and able to walk for a few hours with mild elevation gain. Being able to swim will mean you get the most out of the snorkelling in Zanzibar.

Sure can! Over 50% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice, however we suggest the below as a guideline per person:

$10USD per person per day

Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

Tap water is not safe for travellers to drink in Tanzania and Zanzibar. Most of the hotels and lodges you'll stay at will provide safe drinking water, meanwhile, your host will ensure purified drinking water is supplied throughout the trip. Make sure to bring along a reusable water bottle or two to keep water with you while on safari and on the hikes.

Temperatures in Tanzania stay very steady throughout the year, with highs of between 25-28°C / 77-82°F and lows of 13-16°C / 55-60°F. Tanzania has two rainy seasons - the heaviest rains (know as Masika) usually fall from mid-March to May, and a shorter period of rain (called vuli) occurs from November to mid-January. The dry season, with slightly cooler temperatures, lasts from May to October. Jump on a trip between July to September to catch the river crossings of the Great Migration, while January and February promise mostly dry weather with lots of wildlife around to make the most of the recently replenished waterholes. The temperature dial eases up in Zanzibar, staying steady throughout the year with highs of 28-32°C / 82-90°F and lows of 19-22°C / 66-71°F. March to early May sees daily downpours and higher humidity in Zanzibar due to the Masika rains.

Your luggage will be transported in the overland vehicle throughout the adventure, and it is safe to leave in the vehicle with your host and driver. Since your trip starts in Moshi and ends in Zanzibar, it is not feasible to leave luggage at the start of the trip to collect at the end.

We recommend checking out the country specific information here and also talking to a travel nurse.

No. You'll need to have a larger bag suitable for all your belongings which will be transported for you, and then a small daysack to carry personal items during each day of hiking and the game drives.

Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine.

Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our adventures. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure.

Your insurance policy should also include specific Covid-19 cover, including cancellation and curtailment cover if you, your travel companion or a close relative are diagnosed with Covid-19.

We fully endorse Campbell Irvine as their insurance offers all of the above, so get in touch with them or call on 020 7938 1734 to get your insurance sorted. We suggest that you book travel insurance as soon as you book your adventure, just to cover you for any last minute life changes. We know you’re an active lot and injuries do happen!

We automatically convert prices from the local currency that a host receives to your chosen currency. We update our exchange rates on a daily basis so this does mean that prices displayed on the site are subject to currency fluctuations, which is why you may see them change over time.

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All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.

You're in good company. Our adventures are typically made up of a mix of solo travellers and small groups of two or three friends who simply love adventure, pushing themselves and meeting awesome like-minded people. See here for more info about our lovely bunch of Much Better Adventurers.

Want to book a private trip? Just tap ‘Private Group’ in the dates and prices tab.

Your trip is led by carefully curated local hosts and expert guides. See here for more info about the guides we work with.