Traveling Tips 

Tanzania General Travel Tips

Entry and Exits Points

By air

• Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar Es Salaam)
• Kilimanjaro International Airport (Kilimanjaro)
• Amani Abeid Karume international Airport (Zanzibar)

Sometimes via Jomo Kenyata International Airport (JKIA – NAIROBI, KENYA) and board a bus or shuttle or picked up by our representative to the nearby Tanzanian Border.

Note:

For smooth transfers, it is advisable that you make the arrangements earlier before starting your journey

Time

3hrs+GMT

Major Airlines

KLM, Swiss Air, Qatar, Emirates, Oman, South Africa, Ethiopian, Kenya Airways, Turkish, Saudi, Egypt, Rwanda, and Uganda Air.

Hub; Air Tanzania

Local airlines

Precision Airlines, Coastal Aviation, Auric Air, Flight Link, and Air Tanzania

Climate

Generally, the weather is dry and hot with cool nights and mornings from June to October; short-term rains from November to mid-December, and long-term rains from March to May, but the season can vary. The coastal line is hot and humid all year round. Temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru drop to below freezing.

Clothes

Pack lightweight clothes, washable clothes plus a sweater for early morning drives, don’t forget your sun hat, Sunglasses, and sunscreen. Long sleeves and trousers in light-colored fabrics help to discourage insect bites. Shorts for women are acceptable. Women should carry wraps to cover their legs are it may short clothes may offend in some areas in Zanzibar. If you plan to ascend to Mount Kilimanjaro or Meru, bring thermal underwear, light layers, a sweater, a rain jacket, proper socks, and hiking boots but if you are missing some of those mentioned we can rent you.

Photograph

You are allowed to photograph most of the things, but if you want to photograph the locals it is courteous to ask permission first.

Security

Tanzania is generally a safe country to travel to, but do use common sense and keep an eye on your belongings. Don’t walk in the towns or cities at night-take a taxi instead. Carry a few kinds of stuff that you will be able to look after.

Travel with Children

We love kids and are super helpful to mothers so bring them in with you. However, most of the children’s needs are usually found in major town centers and cities.

Language

Swahili is the national language of the country. However, English is also widely spoken, but learning a few Swahili words will be useful and will be appreciated greatly by the locals.

Health

Yellow fever vaccination and covid free certificate are required when you are traveling from susceptible countries. Malaria is endemic but preventable so use insect repellant, cover up at sundown, sleep under mosquito nets, and take anti-malaria prophylactics as advised by your doctors. Drinks treated water only.

Insurance

Take out travel insurance to cover the loss of baggage or valuables, personal accidents, and medical expenses.

Park Hours

Gates open at 0630hrs and close at 1800hrs.

Currency

Tanzania shilling (Tsh/tzs) divide into 100 cents. Major foreign currencies such as USD$, Euro, pound, and traveler’s cheques are accepted and are convertible at local banks and forex bureaus in the main town and tourist areas. Apart from the high-end restaurants and lodges credit cards are not widely accepted. Some banks in major cities offer ATMs for credit/debit cards. Master cards and visa payments are accepted. Avoid changing money in the streets.

Safaris

Distances in Tanzania are vast when traveled by road and can be a little bit wearing. Including a budget for air transfers or spending more of your time in fewer parks where you can see more. Follow the instructions of the rangers and guides at all times.

Cuisine

Local and International Cuisines are served in hotels and lodges

Car Hire and Driving

Self-drive vehicles are available mainly for local errands or tarmac use.4×4 vehicles for safari usually have to be hired with a driver. Cars are driven on the left side of the road. An international license is required.