Luggage for Serengeti to Zanzibar

atlbowler

My wife and I are a bit confused about the luggage restrictions on this trip. Are we allowed to bring one piece of checked luggage along with the duffel bag or are we mistaken? And what is an "Average sized checked bag" as described by Tauck? Any suggestions re luggage that you would recommend? Thanks again to all!

Tauck Emily

Hello atlbowler,

KLM Airlines permits two pieces of checked luggage per person, with a maximum per bag of 50 lbs, 62 inches (height+width+depth). Additionally, you may bring one carry-on piece of luggage weighing a maximum of 22 lbs and with total dimensions of 45 inches. While these are the limits set forth by KLM, Tauck STRONGLY urges that checked luggage be limited to ONE 50 lb. piece of luggage plus the special duffel bag per person due to space limitations in our transportation vehicles.

On safari, you will only have your duffel bag with you due to the strict limitations on our intra-tour flight requires that guests take a maximum of one piece of checked luggage (weighing no more than 33 lbs.) per person. **A special duffel will be mailed to your home prior to departure for use during the Serengeti portion of your journey.** The duffel bag has been designed to provide adequate space for essential items needed while on safari (13.5 inches high / 21.75 inches wide / 12 inches deep). Remember that attire throughout the tour is casual.

Your primary piece of luggage will be stored at the Serena Mountain Village Lodge while you are in the Serengeti, Nights 6 - 10. You will be reaquainted with your
luggage in Arusha on your way to Zanzibar.

If you reside in the United States, the duffel bag will be sent to your home and should arrive approximately two weeks prior to your departure for Africa. Guests residing outside of the U.S. will receive their duffels upon arrival in Arusha. This is due to customs regulations that prohibit the easy delivery of the duffels in advance.

Hope this helps,
Emily