Ready to embark on the unforgettable Tanzania Safari Tours? Here is some necessary Practical Information For Tanzania to help you plan a hassle-free Tanzania Safari Holidays.
GMT + 3 hours. Due to the proximity to the equator, the hours of daylight and darkness are quite even.
Tanzania mostly experiences a tropical climate due to such close proximity to the equator. Generally, October to February is the warmest time of the year and the coolest is from June to October.
Tanzania has two rainy seasons;
The average temperature ranges less than five degrees throughout the year. However, in some places in the interior, the temperature can be as high as 40°C. The coastal area and the islands of Zanzibar are warmer with temperatures between 22 and 30°C and humidity between 75 and 80% almost year-round. In mountainous areas, including Mt. Kilimanjaro, the northern and southern highlands, and the Usambara Mountains, the temperature gets below 12°C with regular frost during May-August.
A valid passport of at least 6 months beyond your arrival date is mandatory. You can issue a Tanzania visa for $ 50 upon your arrival at the airports in Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. The visa would be valid for 30 days.
If you are traveling by road then you can also buy a visa at most border posts? Please contact the embassy in your home country for information about your visa to Tanzania or neighboring countries.
Domestic Currency: Tanzanian Shilling
ISO Code: TZSTo
Possible Means of Payment: ATM, Credit and debit cards (Visa and MasterCard)
Tipping is expected in Tanzania Safari. It is customary that you give a tip to the local staff such as guides, rangers, and drivers.
The country code | 00255 or + 255 |
Police, ambulance, fire | 112 |
Dar es Salaam Police | +255 22 2117362 |
Tanzania mostly has very good cellular reception. Mobile services are very fluent in Tanzania. Sim cards are available for less than a dollar throughout the country. Just top up with credit and make reasonably priced calls to most international destinations.
Though the connection is generally very slow, internet cafes are readily available. Some lodges, if not all, offer wifi services. Also, it is possible to buy a 3G mobile internet USB dongle
Nothing compulsory for Australian, European, or North American citizens traveling by air, but we recommend protection against Malaria, Hepatitis, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Polio. Also, you should consult your doctor in advance for up-to-date advice.
Adequate travel insurance is mandatory for everyone. For Kilimanjaro, mountain rescue must be covered. Kindly provide a copy of your insurance policy and contact numbers to give to your Kilimanjaro guide in case of illness or accident.
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Yes. Tanzania is a safe country. Incidents with wildlife are extremely rare on safaris. So, as long as you follow the rules and guidelines set out by park staff and your guide you will be safe.
The dry season of June to October is the Best Time For Tanzania Safari.
There is no set price for a safari in Tanzania. The cost varies widely depending on several factors. Overall, the cost of a Tanzania Safari can start from a minimum of 300$ and can range up to 1500$ depending upon your itinerary and accommodations.
Tanzania is larger and offers more affordable safaris than Kenya. However, Kenya has better travel infrastructure. But nothing can beat the Serengeti wildebeest migration.
You need at least four days to enjoy what Serengeti Park has to offer. The Serengeti national park is huge. So, four days will give you eight-game drives. Which will be sufficient to cover a large portion of the Park and view a large variety of wildlife.
Yes, you can! We allow self-drive safaris into the Serengeti but only with a Land Cruiser.
August to September is the best time to witness wildebeest river crossings in northern Serengeti. After the ‘short rains’ fall in November and December, the migration moves from Kenya's Maasai Mara down through the eastern side of Tanzania's Serengeti. The months of August, September, and October are the best time to see the great wildebeest migration in Masai Mara. After the long rains in April- May, the migration starts moving from the depleted southern plains north to the long grass plains in the western corridor.
There are various hotels to stay in during the Tanzania Safari. However, Tanzania safari is best experienced from our tented camps. We offer a variety of budget to high-end luxury camping safaris.
Nairobi | Masai Mara Game Reserve | Lake Naivasha | Aberdares National Park | Lake Nakuru |
Victoria Falls | Livingstone | Chobe National Park
Nairobi | Masai Mara | Nakuru | Lake Naivasha
Kigali | Franco-Rwanda cultural Centre | Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Victoria Falls | Mosi-oa-Tunya | Sausage Tree Camp | Lower Zambezi National Park
Arusha | Tarangire National Park | Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti National Park
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