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  • Sustainable local communities travel Maasai

    Tips on How to Have a Sustainable Safari Adventure in Tanzania

    Sustainable tourism refers to taking the environmental, economic, and socio-cultural impacts of tourism into consideration when visiting places around the world. Traveling to Tanzania for a safari adventure can introduce you to unique cultures and communities, and allow you to witness extraordinary ...

    March 29, 2023
  • New Entry Requirements Tanzania

    Latest COVID entry requirements for tourists arriving into Tanzania (updated 12 January 2023)

    Although the global corona virus pandemic is complex, our solutions overall are simple and fall into four primary categories which we have based on the World Health Organizations guidelines......

    January 12, 2023
  • Kilimanjaro Uhuru Peak

    Mount Kilimanjaro Height

    Mount Kilimanjaro Height Located in Tanzania (East Africa), Mount Kilimanjaro is the African continent’s tallest / highest mountain and dormant volcano with a height of 5895m or 19,341ft above mean sea level (AMSL) considered the ‘rooftop of Africa’. Considered as the ‘rooftop of Africa’ and the wor...

    March 19, 2022
  • Airport for Kilimanjaro treks and wildlife safaris

    Airport for Kilimanjaro, safaris or Zanzibar There are three main international airports in Tanzania as described below. Most tourists usualy fly to / from Kilimanjaro International Airport when visiting Tanzania however you should always consider your full tour for the most convenient airport and w...

    February 25, 2022
  • Shah Tours Trip Advisor

    Tripadvisors Travellers’ Choice for Kilimanjaro and safaris in 2020

    We are so humbled to receive our 2020 Travellers Choice 2020 award from TripAdvisor as our amazing clients reviews have put us in the top 10% of attractions worldlide!...

    October 8, 2020
  • Kilimanjaro coronavirus

    Tips for a Kilimanjaro climb during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

    Tips for a Kilimanjaro climb during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic! Look for flexibility when booking and planning your tour and ask for more flexibility if needed (most companies will be happy to help). Not much has changed overall with the mountain itself but the way you book and plan for you...

    September 23, 2020
  • COVID-19

    COVID-19 and updated safety measures for your journey

    Although the global corona virus pandemic is complex, our solutions overall are simple and fall into four primary categories which we have based on the World Health Organizations guidelines......

    July 12, 2020
  • What to expect on Kilimanjaro with us

    Here’s a glimpse of what to expect from your Kilimanjaro trek and how your ‘life on the mountain’ will be. We have operated treks on Kilimanjaro since 1984 and are the best!...

    June 23, 2020
  • Planning your Kilimanjaro trek

    Planning to climb Kilimanjaro? It doesn’t need to be difficult. There are so many options to choose from and everyone is unique in their requirements. We have gathered some useful information to help you plan and prepare for your high altitude trek....

    June 13, 2020
  • KPAP and Kilimanjaro fair treatment standards

    KILIMANJARO PORTERS ASSISTANCE PROJECT The exploitation and mistreatment of porters can be a troubling challenge in the climbing industry. By climbing with us – a qualified KPAP Partner company – you can be assured that your porters are well taken care of. All Kilimanjaro companies are i...

    June 12, 2020
  • Tanzania Drones

    Operating drones or remotely powered aircraft systems in Tanzania

    We appreciate many want to take their memories home from the sky using a drone (remotely powered aircraft system; RAPS) and this guide is designed to help you to achieve this. Operating drones in Tanzania is covered by multiple strict laws and you should aim to obtain permission prior to your arriva...

    June 10, 2020
  • Tarangire National Park

    Rules on a safari in Tanzania

    You will enter National Parks or Conservation Areas on your tour that are managed by a government authority. We have outlined some of the basic rules all are expected to follow to allow conservation of Tanzania’s nature and a fun, safe and enjoyable experience for everyone....

    May 12, 2020
  • Safari tipping

    Safari tipping guidelines

    We realize that tipping may not be a common practice in your country or culture, so this guide is designed to help this process be easy, transparent and fair for all involved as there is a tipping culture for your wildlife safari....

    May 12, 2020

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  • Planning your Kilimanjaro trek

    Planning to climb Kilimanjaro? It doesn’t need to be difficult. There are so many options to choose from and everyone is unique in their requirements. We have gathered some useful information to help you plan and prepare for your high altitude trek....

    June 13, 2020
  • What to expect on Kilimanjaro with us

    Here’s a glimpse of what to expect from your Kilimanjaro trek and how your ‘life on the mountain’ will be. We have operated treks on Kilimanjaro since 1984 and are the best!...

    June 23, 2020
  • COVID-19

    COVID-19 and updated safety measures for your journey

    Although the global corona virus pandemic is complex, our solutions overall are simple and fall into four primary categories which we have based on the World Health Organizations guidelines......

    July 12, 2020
  • Kilimanjaro coronavirus

    Tips for a Kilimanjaro climb during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

    Tips for a Kilimanjaro climb during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic! Look for flexibility when booking and planning your tour and ask for more flexibility if needed (most companies will be happy to help). Not much has changed overall with the mountain itself but the way you book and plan for you...

    September 23, 2020
  • Shah Tours Trip Advisor

    Tripadvisors Travellers’ Choice for Kilimanjaro and safaris in 2020

    We are so humbled to receive our 2020 Travellers Choice 2020 award from TripAdvisor as our amazing clients reviews have put us in the top 10% of attractions worldlide!...

    October 8, 2020
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