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Most people feel they have been very well looked after by their support crew in often challenging circumstances on a mountain, and are pleased to show their appreciation by tipping the crew. So generally, at the end of the trip, a tip is given to the Head Guide for him to share out between the whole of the team. The amount of money differs slightly from trip to trip due to the number of travellers, number of staff and length of trip, but on average, a reasonable guideline for one traveller is around US$15 for each day on trek (probably more though with a very small group). Some people may prefer to give more or less, depending on the level of service given. Whatever you decide, the Head Guide will usually talk to the group about this on the last night of the trip to see how everyone feels and will work out together a sum to give to your crew. There is often a member of staff (or two) that you have spent more time with, got to know better or who has really helped you during the trip and it can be nice to give them a little extra, if you wish. This can either be money (ask your guide how much) or an item of clothing, footwear or gear that you do not need or use anymore. Before the trip, you could even look out any outdoor gear that you no longer use and take it with you to give to a crew member at the end of the trip - clothing is always well received. |
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In Tanzania
& Kenya, it is very common to tip your local support
team. Our friendly staff work hard for their wages and usually
get to know the people well on the trip. Whilst our staff are
paid at least the rates of pay recommended by the Tanzania National
Parks Authority, since the first safari trips began, tipping in
Tanzania and Kenya has become the norm. 