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This page is designed to help you prepare for the Grand Africa Safari
if we don't answer your questions here, text or call and we'll add them to the list. 1. Forms we need you to fill out. 2. VISA Info 3. Frequently Asked Questions 4. Travel Hacks 5. Health & Well Being 6. Packing List 
1. When you've made your airline reservations for this tour, please fill out the AIRLINE BOOKING INFORMATION form. This information is necessary in order for us to secure your extra hotel nights and your meet & greet at the airport. Check back for that link-- too soon to book yet.
2. The "Getting to Know You" form must be completed by the first of November for everyone going on the January 2026 tour. The photos are necessary for the handbooks to be printed in time for your tours. We need to know about your special needs, bed preferences, etc. , and we have some fun questions to help you get to know everyone for our handbook, so please take ten minutes and give us some good answers to these significant questions. Check back for that link. 
Tanzania requires a "visa" . So we will provide a link to the site where you can access this. We will post this later in the year -- check back or wait to hear from us when we email you.
1. What do I need to know about booking my airlines for this trip?
Click here to read some guidelines for booking airlines. 2. Is Trip Insurance a good deal? TRIP INSURANCE is always a good idea if you need to cancel for an emergency. We cannot refund what we have committed to vendors. (Please read our terms and conditions on our website.) You can shop for a policy that fits your particular needs at www.TRIPINSURANCE.COM and if you've booked your airline with a company that provides insurance, your trip insurance will not have to include that portion of your trip. Bottom line: buying trip insurance is great when not used -- you had a good trip -- but the premium can take your breath away. Give TripInsurance.Com a chance to help you find insurance that fits your needs. 3. Is there a luggage limit on this trip? YES. There is a strict luggage limit for each passenger. Each person is allowed only one carry-one bag and one personal bag or small backpack. This is because we will be traveling in vans and all our luggage MUST fit in the back of the van you are traveling in. There will be 4. What costs are not included in the tour package? International Flights -- these are your responsibility, but we are pleased to help you work through the booking process as noted on this website. However, this trip is unusual and we are working on some group air. Stay tuned and we will be getting back in touch with you on the international airlines in the coming months. Souvenirs: yes, I'm joking, because you don't expect that to be included, but this is one of the fun parts for many of us-- at least bring back a t-shirt to let your friends know you've been on a safari-- we're going to have some fun! 5. Do I need to bring cash with me or get cash there and how do I do this? Tanzania is nearly cashless a society-- but you will need some small bills for souvenirs and maybe snacks. So be sure to have a Debit Card (with a pin#) and $200 in cash for safety sake. Do have creditcards to use for purchases, but don't count on American Express being accepted. 6. Can I give my family a list of hotels where we will be staying? No, the lodges are not something that your family can reach. But your families should be able to reach you with WhatsApp. They should have our contact information as well, as we are the best ones to get in contact with you in case of emergency. In addition, you can give them a copy of the digital handbook we email you and the day-by-day itinerary we will give you before departure. 7. What cell phone service do you recommend? We use T-mobile because of their good international coverage and free texting around the world. This is an individual choice. We ask everyone to have WhatsApp on your phone. We use it extensively before, during and after the tour to keep in touch with you and let you know the daily and hourly schedule as it changes regularly. Please make sure you have phone service that works internationally. More Questions? Text us at 801.669.1777 or 801. 440.3272 & we'll be happy to answer as well as post your questions here . 
These are links to videos we've found that can be helpful in planning for international travel. There are many more online -- when you finish one you may find more by the same person that are good updates on travel. 1. Travel Tips for Bringing Medicine Through Airport Security
youtu.be/PBwmUX3PpGk?si=DMcERkVzas759rOV 2. 5 Airport Secrets They Don't Want Us to Know https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR1N4JLcp-4&t=313s 3. What to wear (and not) when flying https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xwf2GAZWdgg&t=300s 4. 3-1-1 Rule -- Airline guides for carrying liquids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-Ga-v5kCSc 5. Airline Rules https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz0oDYs1mNk&t=181s 6. Cell Phone Security https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heeaS7vgLvY 7. 5 Packing Tips for Your Next Trip youtu.be/GS5FFxl8e2I?si=3QI_o2r3OUB9YKpF 8. Travel updates for 2025 https://youtu.be/Dj-GASJCeaQ?si=JVWdbh3rr_jwnJG7 
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From Liz: I've added some links to Amazon products because some have asked me for suggestions, but these are not required in any way and are just here to give you ideas. You should use your own judgement and experience.
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1. Bug repellant -- we didn't see a lot of bugs, but be prepared just in case. Here's a link to some bug repellant: https://a.co/d/dkmycdr (This is the stuff the church gives their employees who travel for them) https://a.co/d/dkmycdr
2. Sun screen -- you'll need protection on this trip 3. Hats (one needs to tie on for jet boat & Milford Sound) - Either a tie-on hat or a stocking hat that won't blow off. 4. Sun glasses 5. Water bottle - especially for the airline so you can stay hydrated. Ask the attendant to fill your bottle. 6. Tide sticks -,we swear by these https://a.co/d/f6XCvDS
7. Laundry bags - you may want to share a load with a friend and keep your undies separate. https://a.co/d/cQVJBz 8. Clothes line -- for doing laundry in your room (underwear especially) a.co/d/6spXv0E 9. Laundry soap -- I use these all the time at home and on trips a.co/d/5jEcwOx 10. Wrinkle Release Spray (sorry it won't help our faces) a.co/d/2PAgeGO 10. Mini Portable Chargers for phone https://a.co/d/5LI89y4 11. Australian plug adaptor (Type G) https://a.co/d/07etsUaX 12. Electric transformer -- needed for electrical appliances other than computers & phones https://a.co/d/0qzc9Ky 13. Medicines & vitamin suppliments -- with pill bags to organize them compactly a.co/d/iWkVhss 14. Nasal Spray or swabs for plane to avoid getting sick in crowded areas 15. Melatonin & sleep aids --we recommend Costco Sleep Aid -- to sleep on the plane and to sleep through the nights when jet lag wakes us at 3:00 AM (see photo on right)
16. Face masks -- in case of illness https://a.co/d/5xSidzxa.co/d/5xSidzx 17. Hand sanitizer https://a.co/d/5zSOLBua.co/d/5zSOLBu 18. Disinfectant wipes for plane (get at the supermarket travel section) 19. Eye mask & ear plugs for sleeping https://a.co/d/cKPdQRua.co/d/cKPdQRu 20. Ziplock bags -- you'll be surprised how much these are used 21. Snacks -- nuts, jerky, protein bars, etc. (don't declare in New Zealand) 22. Reading material 23. Book of Mormon to give away 24. Pictures of your family -- on your phone and/0r hard copy to show |
phone chargers
Transformer for multiple outlets
Sleep aid we use all the time
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SUGGESTED CLOTHING PACKING LIST (this is just a suggestion-- not to be taken as the law)
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Liz's packing list
2 long pants 3 shorts 1 dress or skirt for church 2 t-shirts (buy more there) 4 safari shirts 1 pr. PJ's 1 sweatshirt or sweater 1 jacket for plane 2 hats 1 swim suit & accessories 10 pair garments 2 pair sandals flip flops 1 pair walking shoes |
Mark's Packing List
3 pair of pants: activity pants. 3 shorts -- one blue, one brown, one greenish 4 casual safari shirts 2 T-shirts 1 jacket or 1 sweater 1 dress shirt (white) with ties, 1 swim suit and suit top to block sun from arms and body 7 pair garments (a couple extra pair take little room) 2 hats (1 baseball & 1 brim with chin strap) 2 pair shoes: blue sneakers,, brown light for church. I wear another pair of blue slip ons for the plane. 3 pair of ankle socks 2 casual sport long sleeve BYU shirts Nearly in a carry-on roller bag. |