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 Plot 29-A Karanga DriveP.O. Box 855, Moshi-Kilimanjaro t/f: +255 27 27 50248 Email: info@ahsantetours.com Ahsante Toursis a locally-owned tour operator that specialize in mountain climbing, wildlife safaris and beach holidays... Featured Trekking Trip Kilimanjaro Climb - Londrosi…The Shira route, approaches Kilimanjaro's summit from the west and crosses…
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Park Overview
Katavi National ParkTanzania's third largest national park, it lies in the remote southwest of the country, within a truncated arm of the Rift Valley that terminates in the shallow, brooding expanse of Lake Rukwa.
 lion in katavi
 wildlife in Katavi National Park
- At the time, it had an area of only 2,253 sq km. - 1997 it was extended to 4,500 sq km. - Circuit Western Gazetted: 1974. Topography: Grassy Katavi flood plain to the north, miombo woodland in the west and center, the Katuma River and several seasonal lakes Main Features: - Katavi is noted for its buffalo herds, which are said to be among the largest in Tanzania, as well as for its hippo and crocodiles. Along with Ruaha National Park, it is one of the few places where you have a decent chance of seeing both roan and sable antelopes. Katavi is also in a remote location and because of this the park receives few visitors which in turn makes the park a heaven for those tourists who love peace. - Remoteness; Imagine Katavi as a ‘Lost World’ Animal life: You are likely to see zebras, giraffes, leopards, elephants and lion in addition to roan and sable antelopes. Birdlife: Katavi is also excellent place for bird-watchers, especially around its lakes. There are over 400 species recorded to date. Gear List
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Best time to visit: What to do When to go Accommodation The key to staying comfortable on safari is layering. To get maximum comfort with minimum weight, you need versatile layers that mix and match to create the right amount of insulation. This gear list is provided to help you in choosing your equipment and clothing for this trip. Try to bring only what is necessary, as this helps you and the field staff. Weather On safari, temperatures are typically in the 70s - 80s during the day, cooling off to the 50s - 60s in the evening. The Ngorongoro Crater is over 7,000' high so you can count on the evenings being cool regardless of season. Gear Checklist Official Papers - Valid passport - Visas - Airline tickets - International health card with immunizations Luggage - Medium size duffel bag (~4000 cu in.) - Luggage tags and luggage locks - Passport pouch or money belt - Daypack, ~1500 cu in. City Clothing - Bring a few lightweight, easily washable casual items for travel and city/lodge wear Outerwear - Waterproof, breathable jacket - Sweater/jacket - synthetic fleece or wool (especially for cool morning game runs and evenings at the Ngorongoro Crater) Footwear - Walking shoes with good ankle support (for side hikes/walks and lodge wear) - Sport sandals Clothing - T-shirts, mix of synthetic and cotton - Synthetic, long-sleeve shirt(s) - think sun protection - Synthetic, quick-drying shorts (mid-thigh or longer) - Light weight, breathable, quick-drying pants (zip-off legs are great) - Socks - Underwear, quick-drying - Sleepwear - Swimsuit (some lodges have a pool) Clothing Accessories - Sun hat with brim - Bandanna(s) Travel Accessories - Sunglasses - Insect repellent with DEET - Personal first-aid kit - Hand sanitizer gel / towelettes - Sun block and lip balm w/high SPF - Toiletry kit with bio-degradable soap/shampoo, hand lotion, - Small wash cloth - Electrical converter and adapter - Headlamp or flashlight & extra batteries - Beach towel Optional Field Gear - Camera, lenses, and lots of film/memory cards - Binoculars (highly recommended) - Motion sickness remedies - Earplugs and travel pillow - Alarm clock or watch - Spare contact lenses or prescription glasses - Zip lock bags, to protect camera, binoculars from dust - Favorite kids snacks Things to Consider - Please remember to always pack essential items such as your passport, money, eyewear, a change of clothing and medications in your carry-on baggage, in case your luggage is delayed. - It has become quite common these days for a family to have more than one surname. Maybe a mother has kept her maiden name of perhaps the children are from different unions. Whatever the reason, you’ll want to be able to prove that, yes, these kids are really yours. Even if you are the nuclear family, copies of birth certificates aren't a bad thing to have along if passports are lost or stolen - Parental permission - If you're traveling with your kids without your spouse, you may need proof that the absent parent has given permission for the child to travel with you. It's simple enough to write up a letter, sign it, have it witnessed and notarized. - The checked luggage allowance on the internal flight from the Serengeti to Arusha is 33 pounds. Please pack accordingly. Travelers flying home on Day 9 can store extra luggage in Arusha while on safari. - Casual attire is acceptable for Africa. Neutral, light-colored clothing is best for the safari, to blend into the landscape and not alarm the wildlife. Khaki is always a good color while on safari. - Be prepared to hand wash your clothes (quick-drying materials are best). Laundry services are available at some lodges for an additional cost. - Stuff sacks are great for sorting your gear. Plastic bags are also helpful to separate clean and dirty clothing. - If you normally wear contacts, bring a pair of glasses in case of irritation from dust in your eyes. - Many of the roads in Africa are deeply rutted and dusty. It is a good idea to pack camera equipment and binoculars in plastic bags to protect them from the dust. This is in addition to their normal cases. Also bring lens cleaning materials. Other Parks and Places
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