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Travel in Tanzania, at least in the north, is expected to become more expensive next year. Safari-goers face higher park and vehicle entry permits and accommodation costs - concession fees set by the government may rise substantially for lodges and tented camps. I hope to honor my price for the June and July 2007 tours, but in the meantime I must add the disclaimer that their final cost may be more than what I have posted.

Other possible changes in the pipeline for the Serengeti National Park are its division into "use" zones, the reclassification of its accommodation, and the opening of additional private camp sites, which I'm happy about because many of my favorite (and arguably the best) camp sites have been leased long term to large safari companies. Walking safari are also being considered as well as expanded areas for off-road driving.

It is said that new accommodations are planned too, which will help ease the room crunch and continue to raise standards. Serena's tented camp Mbuzi Mawe (situated one hour's drive north of the central Serengeti) and Mbalageti Camp (located in the western Serengeti) have been the most recent and welcome additions to the Serengeti's accommodations.

06-06-2006