Travel Tips

Passports & Visa
When visiting Tanzania you have to have required a return ticket and a valid passport with an entry or re-entry visa. Visas are not required for visitors from some Commonwealth countries and other specified countries. Visas can be obtained from any Tanzania Diplomatic Mission or Consulate abroad, and at main entry points including international airports, sea ports and borders posts.

Health
When interring to Tanzania is advised to take anti-malaria tablets and make use of mosquito nets and insect sprays where provided. Health insurance through your travel agent or any other agent is recommended. Should also have valid vaccination certificates

Currency
The unit of currency is the Tanzania Shilling (TShs).

Luggage
It is recommended to travel with light bags since bulky suitcases will overload and might not be taken on board because safari vehicles and small aircraft provide limited space for luggage.

Climate
The climate is tropical. The coastal areas are hot and humid with an average day temperature of 30 degrees centigrade. The central plateau is dry and arid with hot days and cool nights. In the northwest highlands around Arusha and Ngorongoro, the climate is temperate and cooler between June and September. The long rains are from March to May and the short rains fall between October and December. The hottest months are between October and February.

Clothing
Light tropical clothes are most suitable. Some warm clothing is needed in the higher altitude areas like Ngorongoro Crater, Mt Kilimanjaro, and Arusha, especially in the evenings and early in the morning. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended on safari. You are also advised to carry some insect repellents.

Language
The national language is Kiswahili but English is widely spoken.