Essential Information About Tanzania

• Capital: Dodoma (official), Dar es Salaam (commercial hub)
• Official Language: Swahili (official), English widely spoken
• Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
• Time Zone: UTC +3

•  Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
• Visa required for most nationalities; available online as an e-Visa or on arrival.
• Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from or transiting through an affected country.

• Required: Yellow Fever vaccination if applicable.
• Recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Rabies, and routine immunizations.
• Malaria prophylaxis strongly advised throughout most of the country.
• Drink bottled or purified water only.
• Travel insurance strongly recommended.

• Lightweight, breathable clothing in neutral colors for safaris.
•  Long-sleeved shirts and pants for mosquito protection.
•  Warm layers for cool mornings and evenings.
• Sturdy walking shoes/boots.
• protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.
• Rain jacket for wet seasons.
• Binoculars for wildlife viewing.
• Power adapter (Type D and G plugs, 230V).
• Personal medications and malaria prophylaxis.

• Main international airport: Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International Airport (for northern safaris), Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar)
•  Domestic flights: Domestic airlines connect major cities and national parks, including Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Zanzibar
•  Air travel is the primary means of connecting major regions for tourists.

•  Voltage: 230V, Frequency: 50Hz
•  Plug types: Type D and G
• Universal adapters recommended.

• Restaurants: 5–10% if not included.
•  Guides: $10–20 per person/day.
• Drivers: $5–10 per person/day.
• Safari staff: $10–15 per person/day shared among camp staff.
• Hotels: Small tips for housekeeping and porters.

•  Tanzanian cuisine features staples like ugali (maize porridge), rice, beans, and plantains.
•  Popular dishes include nyama choma (grilled meat) and pilau rice.
• Coastal regions offer abundant seafood.
• Tropical fruits such as mango, pineapple, and passionfruit are widely available.
•  Spices from Zanzibar influence many dishes.

•  Swahili culture emphasizes politeness and greetings—use ‘Jambo’ or ‘Habari’ when meeting.
•  Dress modestly, especially in Zanzibar and Muslim communities.
•  Always ask permission before photographing people.
• Tipping is customary in tourism services.

•  ATMs available in major cities; cash useful in rural areas.
•  Internet access improving but limited in remote areas.
•  English widely spoken in tourist areas.
• Domestic flights are the best way to cover long distances between safari parks.

• Lightweight long-sleeve shirt (neutral colours) Cargo trousers / safari pants
• Wide-brim hat
• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Light jacket/fleece for morning drives

• Breathable long-sleeve blouse or t-shirt Safari trousers or leggings Safari hat/cap
• Light scarf (dust & sun protection) Neutral-colour layered outfit for cold mornings

• Soft, breathable shirts (neutral colours) Comfortable shorts/pants
• Sun hat with neck flap
• Closed shoes or sneakers
• Light jacket for early drives

Wear layers – mornings are cold, afternoons hot Bring sunglasses, sunscreen & insect repellent Choose neutral earthy tones for comfort & better wildlife viewing