COMUNICATION. Almost all the lodges have telephone and internet services. In parks and reserves, you can enjoy good network in certain areas. On the other hand our vehicles are equipped with high frequency radios.

DOCUMENTATION. You only need your passport with validity of six (6) months. You will get your entry VISA at the Airport or at the border incase you are entering by road( Entrance fee is 50 US dollar and 50 US dollar in TAnzania).

CLOTHING. In hotels and lodges dress code is abit strict. Remember jacket or sweater to wear during dawn and sunsets which are cold, also for long journey with open vehicles.It is very important to see the sun rise in Africa and "it's cold". A rain coat is also very important

ELECTRICITY. Electricity is supplied in in 240 Volts. Plugs have three pins although the normal two pins without earth pin can be used.

PHOTOGRAPHS. It is important the rules and regulations of photographing. It is prohibited to take photos of Airports, official building, police stations and military barracks. You cant take photos of people without their permission, especially the Maasais and samburu react very aggresively.

BINOCULARS. It is very essential and important. Not all the things you will see will be within a meter from the car. Without Binoculars you can lose the opportunity to enjoy Flora, Fauna and the landscape.

TIPS. Tipping is very voluntary and in recognition of a good and effecient service.

For reference: Waiters, service, receptionist e.t.c in lodges - 3 to 6 US dollars. Guides/Drivers - 3 to 9 US dollar given at the end of the safari.

Porters of the lodges - 1 US dollar

MONEY. The local currency is Kenya shillings (Kshs) or Tanzanian shillings(Tshs). Almost in all lodges you can change Euros to local curency although exchange rates are poor in hotels. It is important you change money at bureaus at the airport or at the border. It is important to know that in both Kenya and Tanzania Dollar notes which were issued in 1997 are not used (In some ares notes of earlier that 2000 are not allowed). Credit cards are usable in tourist areas, lodges, hotels but this depends on the area. It is not advisable to use them because the commision charged on them is very high. In short you need Kshs or Tshs to pay small bills like drinks and Euros for big bills, souvenires e.t.c.).

HEALTH. Tourists visiting area cosidered risky must have certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever. Above all, visitors from Europe, North America and australia dont need the certificate but it is reccomendable for children under 10 years.

Dama Safaris services include Fying Doctor Service which cover tranfers from any part of the route to Nairobi Hospital. Hospital expenses are not included.

DRINKING WATER. Water direct from the tap is not reccomended for drinking.

SECURITY. As it is in many parts of the world, valuable things and personal effects must be deposited in safety boxes provided in hotels.

SPECIAL DIETS. If you need a special type of diet, you need to communicate in advance so as to give the hotel enough time for preparation..

GUIDES AND DRIVERS. The fundamental component of a safari is not the Camera, binoculars or insect repelant. A guide and a driver who understand each other, work tongether and complement their works is the success of a Safari and your Security..

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