Safari Tour 5

Tanzania Tours

Tanzania is a top safari destination, home to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where visitors can witness the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. The breathtaking Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, attracts climbers from around the globe, while the Zanzibar Archipelago offers pristine beaches and a rich Swahili culture. Nature lovers can explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife, or take a boat safari in the vast Selous Game Reserve.

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Tanzania Travel Information

Entry Requirements

A valid passport with a return/onward ticket and an entry/re-entry visa is required.
Visa exemptions exist for citizens of certain Commonwealth and other countries.
Visas can be obtained at Tanzanian diplomatic missions or upon arrival at entry points.

Health

Vaccination certificates may be required for travelers from cholera/yellow fever endemic countries but are not always mandatory.
Anti-malaria precautions are advised.
Travel health insurance is recommended.

Customs & Luggage

Limited luggage space on safari vehicles/aircraft necessitates light packing.

Clothing

Light tropical clothing is suitable; warm clothing is needed for higher altitudes.
Comfortable walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended.

Medical Evacuation

Flying Doctor membership is recommended for air medical evacuation to Nairobi.
Cost: **US$25 for Northern Tanzania, US$50 for Southern Tanzania**.

Departures

International airport departure tax: **US$30** (often included in airline tickets).
Domestic airport departure tax: **approximately US$6**.
No departure tax for road travel.

Transportation

International airlines serve **Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro airports**.
Domestic travel options include **Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Regional Air, Air Excel, and ZanAir**.

Language

Kiswahili is the national language; English is widely used.

Climate

Tropical climate: **hot and humid coastal areas, dry central plateau, temperate highlands**.
Long rains: **March-May**; short rains: **October-December**.
Hottest months: **October-February**.

Time & Electricity

Time zone: **GMT +3**.
Electricity: **215-230 Volts, 50 Cycles AC**.

Currency

Currency: **Tanzanian Shilling (TShs)**.
Foreign currency is freely importable; Tanzanian currency import/export is prohibited.
Exchange at **banks, authorized dealers, or bureau de changes**.

Tanzania