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DO-IT-YOURSELF SAFARIS
It's quite feasible to visit the parks with your own vehicle, without going through a safari
operator. However, unless you're based in Tanzania, experienced at bush driving and self-
sufficient for spares and repairs, the modest cost savings will be offset by the ease of having
someone else handle the logistics.
For most parks and reserves, you'll need a 4WD. There's a US$40 per day vehicle fee
for foreign-registered vehicles (Tsh10,000 for locally registered vehicles). Guides are not re-
quired, except as noted in the individual park entries. However, it's recommended to take
one to help you find your way and to know the best wildlife areas.
Carry extra petrol, as it's not available in any of the parks, except (expensively) at Seron-
era in the Serengeti and at Ngorongoro Crater.
You can rent safari vehicles in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, Karatu and Mto wa Mbu,
as well as at Ngorongoro Crater. It's also possible to arrange vehicle hire just outside Katavi
National Park. Otherwise, there's no vehicle rental at any of the parks or reserves.
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