Tanzania Travel Guides

Tanzania Travel Guides

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Tanzania is the most varied safari country in East Africa, holding the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mount Kilimanjaro alongside the spice islands of Zanzibar. The mainland delivers the Great Migration and a vast network of parks; the coast and Zanzibar archipelago offer white-sand beaches, Swahili culture, and some of the Indian Ocean's best diving. English and Swahili are both official, making travel relatively easy.

Tanzania Travel Facts

CapitalDodoma (Dar es Salaam is the largest city)
Population~63 million
Area947,303 km²
Time ZoneEAT (UTC+3)
CurrencyTanzanian Shilling (TZS)
LanguagesSwahili, English
Main AirportsDAR (Dar es Salaam), JRO (Kilimanjaro), ZNZ (Zanzibar)
Visae-Visa required for most nationalities (~USD 50)
Best ForSafari, Kilimanjaro, beaches, diving
Typical Cost LevelMid-range to High (safari)

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Tanzania Travel FAQ

Most nationalities need a visa to enter Tanzania, typically a single-entry e-Visa costing around USD 50 for most countries and USD 100 for US citizens. Apply online in advance through the official Tanzanian government e-Visa portal.

June to October is the dry season, ideal for safaris in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. The Migration river crossings typically happen July to September. Zanzibar is best from June to October and December to February; January and February also offer excellent wildlife with fewer travellers.

Tanzania is generally safe for tourists, with most safari areas, Kilimanjaro routes, and Zanzibar resorts being well-managed. Petty crime can happen in cities like Dar es Salaam and Arusha, so keep valuables out of sight. Book climbs and safaris with licensed operators.

Tanzania uses the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). US dollars are commonly accepted for tourism services, park fees, and Kilimanjaro climbs - bring bills from 2013 onwards. Carry shillings for taxis, markets, and small restaurants outside resort areas.

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