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"},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Is the water at the Mwagusi Safari Camp safe to drink?","accommodation_faq_ans":"The tap water at the Mwagusi Safari Camp is from a well, boiled and filtered, and perfectly safe to drink. The ice at the bar is also safe to use.\u202f"},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Is the Mwagusi Safari Camp a safe place to stay?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, the Mwagusi Safari Camp is a safe place to stay, but be careful as the wildlife visits the camp."},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Can the Mwagusi Safari Camp cater to special dietary requirements?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes. If you have any dietary requirements, allergies, or medical conditions, please let Mwagusi Safari Camp know at the time of your booking. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Is there a laundry service at the Mwagusi Safari Camp?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, the Mwagusi Safari Camp offers a free laundry service. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Can guests charge electrical appliances at Mwagusi Safari Camp?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Mwagusi Safari Camp is powered mainly by solar power. Each\u202fbanda\u202fuses solar power for its lights and hot water. Small appliances such as mobile phones, shavers, and small camera batteries can be charged in the\u202fbanda. Larger camera batteries, video cameras, etc. can be charged in the camp office. Hair dryers cannot be used in the camp \u2013 sorry! "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"How many nights do you recommend staying at the Mwagusi Safari Camp?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Staying at the Mwagusi Safari Camp for two nights or more will allow you to get to know the area better.\u202f"},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Do the Mwagusi Safari Camp staff speak any foreign languages?","accommodation_faq_ans":"English, French, German, Swedish, Norwegian, and Swahili are spoken at the Mwagusi Safari Camp.\u202f"},{"accommodation_faq_que":"What extras will be paid at the Mwagusi Safari Camp, and how can these be paid?","accommodation_faq_ans":"If you want a bush walk or night safari, the cost of these can be added to your package. Please advise your booking agent or contact the Mwagusi Safari Camp to pay directly. Mwagusi Safari Camp is not an all-inclusive camp, but such a package can be arranged if you specify at the time of your reservation. Soft drinks are free during game drives.\u202f \r\n\r\nAny purchases made at the camp must be paid for in cash."},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Can you advise me on what to do if I wish to leave a tip at the Mwagusi Safari Camp?","accommodation_faq_ans":"All tips are, of course, discretionary. If you want to leave a tip, these must be in cash, as we do not accept credit card payments. US Dollar notes (only those issued from 2009 due to forgeries) or Tanzanian Shillings are acceptable. As for the amount, any tip is welcome, but around 15 US Dollars per person (guest) per day is a good guideline. 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