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• 3 Other destinations
• 4.1 History
• 4.2 Geography
• 4.3 Climate
• 4.5 Tourist information
• 5.1.1 E-Visa
• 5.1.2 Visa on arrival (VOA)
• 5.1.3 Land borders
• 5.2 By plane
• 5.3 By train
• 5.4.1 Bus lines
• 5.5 By boat
• 6.1 By bus and mini-bus
• 6.2 By taxi
• 6.3 By plane
• 7.1 Safari prices
• 7.2 Wildlife viewing
• 7.3 Islands
• 7.4 Mountains
• 10.2 Shopping
• 10.3 Air freight
• 16.2 Walking
• 16.3 Corruption
• 17.1 Illnesses and diseases
• 17.2 Insects and animals
• 17.3.1 Government hospitals
• 17.3.2 Mission hospitals
• 19.1 Telephone calls
• 19.2 Internet
• 19.3 Emergency

Tanzania is the largest country in East Africa . From the picture-perfect coasts of Zanzibar to the world-renowned wildlife of the Serengeti , from the snowy slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro to the coral houses of Mikindani , Tanzania is the heart and soul of East Africa. Tanzania has several national parks and game reserves, where you can see some of the finest African flora and fauna .

• -6.1835 35.746 1 Dodoma – the capital
• -3.366667 36.683333 2 Arusha
• -6.816111 39.280278 3 Dar es Salaam – largest city and cultural capital with a mix of African, colonial, and Indian Ocean influences
• -4.883333 29.633333 4 Kigoma – city on Lake Tanganyika and gateway to Gombe Stream National Park
• -8.9 33.45 5 Mbeya
• -6.824167 37.663333 6 Morogoro
• -3.334883 37.340381 7 Moshi
• -10.273611 40.182778 8 Mtwara
• -2.516667 32.9 9 Mwanza

Other destinations

• -3.25 36.833333 1 Arusha National Park – includes Mount Meru, a 4,562 m active stratovolcano
• -7.2 37.133333 2 Mikumi National Park
• -3.066667 37.359167 3 Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa's highest peak and the world's highest freestanding mountain, which you can climb with a guide
• -3.21 35.46 4 Ngorongoro Conservation Area – includes the Ngorongoro Crater and the Olduvai Gorge
• -7.531111 34.636944 5 Ruaha National Park
• -2.332778 34.566667 6 Serengeti National Park
• -6.164944 39.198789 7 Stone Town
• -4 35.978611 8 Tarangire National Park
• -7.8 36.683333 9 Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Tanzania is probably one of the oldest known continuously inhabited areas on Earth; fossil remains of humans and pre-human hominids have been found dating back over two million years. More recently, Tanzania is believed to have been populated by hunter-gatherer communities, probably Cushitic and Khoisan speaking people. About 2,000 years ago, Bantu-speaking people began to arrive from western Africa in a series of migrations. Later, Nilotic pastoralists arrived, and continued to immigrate into the area through to the 18th century.

Travellers and merchants from the Persian Gulf and Western India have visited the East African coast since early in the first millennium CE. Islam was practised on the Swahili Coast as early as the eighth or ninth century CE. The Swahili Coast eventually grew to encompass several wealthy city-states, which included Zanzibar and Kilwa Kisiwani . Zanzibar in particular became the main centre of the Arab Slave Trade, the former slave market in its capital, Stone Town, has now been converted to a tourist attraction commemorating slavery, and with the Anglican cathedral having been built on the site of the former whipping post.

In the late 19th century, Imperial Germany conquered the regions that are now Tanzania (minus Zanzibar), Rwanda, and Burundi, and incorporated them into German East Africa . The post-World War I accords and the League of Nations charter designated the area a British Mandate, except for a small area in the northwest, which was ceded to Belgium and later became Rwanda and Burundi).

British rule came to an end in 1961 after a relatively peaceful (compared with neighbouring Kenya, for instance) transition to independence. In 1954, Julius Nyerere transformed an organization into the politically oriented Tanganyika African National Union (TANU). Nyerere became Minister of British-administered Tanganyika in 1960 and continued as Prime Minister when Tanganyika became independent in 1961. After the Zanzibar Revolution overthrew the Arab dynasty in neighboring Zanzibar , which had become independent in 1963, the island merged with mainland Tanganyika to form the nation of Tanzania on 26 April 1964.

In the 1970s, Tanzania repelled an Ugandan invasion waged by tyrant Idi Amin. The Tanzanian military fought back and ultimately overthrown Amin's government with Ugandan dissidents, but mass mobilization and war damages means Tanzanian economy took a turn for the worse. Tanzania also aligned with China, seeking Chinese aid. The Chinese were quick to comply, but with the condition that all projects be completed by imported Chinese labor. From the mid-1980s, the regime financed itself by borrowing from the International Monetary Fund and underwent some reforms. From the mid-1980s Tanzania's GDP per capita has grown and poverty has been reduced.

A large central plateau makes up most of the mainland, at between 900 m and 1800 m. The mountain ranges of the Eastern Arc and the Southern and Northern Highlands cut across the country to form part of the Great Rift Valley.

A land of geographical extremes, Tanzania houses the highest peak (Mount Kilimanjaro), the lowest point (the lake bed of Lake Tanganyika), and a portion of the largest lake (Lake Victoria, shared with Uganda and Kenya ) on the African continent.

Tanzania's weather varies from humid and hot in low lying areas, such as Dar es Salaam, to hot during the day and cool at night in Arusha. There are no discernible seasons, such as winter and summer -- only the dry and wet seasons. Tanzania has two rainy seasons: The short rains from late-October to late-December, a.k.a. the Mango Rains, and the long rains from March to May.

Many popular resorts and tourist attractions on Zanzibar and Mafia Island Marine Park close during the long rains season, and many trails in the national parks are impassable during this period. For that reason, in most cases tours are restricted to the main roads in the parks. Travellers should plan their trip accordingly.

During the dry season, temperatures can easily soar to above 35°C in Dar es Salaam. You should seek shelter from the sun during the midday heat and use copious amounts of sunblock, SPF 30+.

Best times to visit are:

• June to August: This is the tail-end of the long rainy season and the weather is at its best at this time of year -- bearable during the day and cool in the evening. However, this is not necessarily the best time of year for safaris, as water is plentiful in the parks and animals are not forced to congregate in a few locations to rehydrate, as they do in the middle of the dry season right after Christmas.
• January to February: This is the best time to visit the Serengeti. It is usually at this time that huge herds of Wildebeest, Zebra and Buffalo migrate to better grazing areas. At this period you could observe some of the 1.5 million Wildebeest that inhabit the Serengeti undertake their epic journey. This is most likely the hottest time of year in Tanzania, when even the locals complain about the heat. You've been warned!

Tanzanians form more than 120 ethnic groups. Besides the native Africans, there is also a significant Indian community who are descended from colonial-era immigrants.

Tourist information

• Tanzania Tourism website

No visa is required for stays of less than 3 months for citizens of Namibia , Romania , Rwanda , Hong Kong , Macau , Malaysia and all commonwealth member states ( except Australia , United Kingdom , Canada , Bangladesh , New Zealand , Nigeria , India .) A Tourist Visa on arrival costs US$50 or US$100 for a three-month single entry and a multiple entry visa (valid 3 to 12 months), respectively. Bring crisp USD cash for this. You will receive a stamp in your passport and a payment receipt. Holders of a U.S. passport can only obtain the multiple-entry visa. If on a tourist visa, visa duration can be extended for a month without any extra charge at the Tanzania immigration office in Dar es Salaam.

Tanzania has extra requirements for anyone who is not visiting for tourism purposes. Any sort of business visit requires a specific business visa which costs US$250 and can also be applied for through the electronic visa system.

The visa can be applied for online through the government electronic visa application system . Please note that online visa holders can enter Tanzania only at specific ports of entry as defined in the official guidelines . As of October 2021, these include

• Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA);
• Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA);
• Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (AAKIA);
• Namanga border (Kenya)
• Tunduma border (Zambia)

Most travelers planning to enter Tanzania by land (e.g. from Uganda or Zambia) will therefore have to apply for a visa on arrival.

Visa on arrival (VOA)

Visa on arrival can be obtained upon landing in Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, Mwanza, and other ports of entry such as land borders. At land borders, the visa fee is to be paid in cash. It is a good idea to have the exact amount of US$ at hand! At airports, the wait for visas on arrival can be especially long if your flight arrives at the same time as other international flights. Visas are valid for the duration from the date of issuance.

Land borders

When crossing by ground at the Namanga border crossing (e.g. travelling from Nairobi, Kenya to Arusha, Tanzania), you will need to cross the border on foot. Scammers in the no man's land between the border control offices of Kenya and Tanzania will try several scams, including offering outrageously poor currency exchange rates and pretending to be officials selling Tanzania visa stamps. Those attempting to sell the Tanzania visa stamps will act official and ask to see your passport, then they will place an item (a small Tanzanian bank note) in your passport, close the passport, and request the visa-on-arrival fee. Only do business with the immigration offices and adjacent banks, located in established government buildings. Do not stop or interact with people in the no-man's land in between.

There are two major airports; one in Dar es Salaam, Julius Nyerere International Airport ( DAR  IATA ) (formerly known as Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport and Dar es Salaam International Airport), and one in Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro International Airport ( JRO  IATA ) , which is halfway between Arusha and Moshi .

Tanzania is served internationally from

• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines ( Amsterdam ), +255 22 213 9790 (Dar) & +255 27 223 8355 (Arusha). Daily flights with stopover in Kilimanjaro.
• Swiss International Air Lines ( Zurich ), +255 22 211 8870. 5 flights a week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday) with a stopover in Nairobi .
• Turkish Airlines ( Istanbul ). Daily flights.

Middle East and Asia by

• Emirates ( Dubai ), +255 22 211 6100. Daily flights.
• Qatar Airways [dead link] ( Doha ), +255 22 284 2675, 1019, Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Daily flights.
• Etihad airways.
• Fast Jet, a low-cost airline.
• South African Airways ( Johannesburg ), +255 22 211 7044. Twice daily flights.
• Ethiopian Airlines ( Addis Ababa ), +255 22 211 7063. Daily flights (except for Monday) with a stopover in Kilimanjaro.
• Kenya Airways (Nairobi) , +255 22 211 9376 (Dar) & +255 24 223 8355 (Zanzibar). Three daily flights with some stopping in Kilimanjaro.
• Air Seychelles.
• Comores Aviation.
• Carriers originating from Malawi , Mozambique also maintain regular flights to Dar es Salaam.

And domestically by

• Air Tanzania , +255 22 211 8411, [email protected] .
• Precision Air , +255 22 212 1718, Along Nyerere/Pugu Road, P.O Box 70770, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, [email protected] or [email protected] also flights to/from Kenya.
• Coastal Aviation , +255 699 999 999, P. O. Box 3052, 107 Slipway, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, [email protected] .
• ZanAir , +255 24 223 3670, P.O.Box 2113, Zanzibar, Tanzania, [email protected] .
• Regional Air provides almost daily service to all major cities, including Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza , Mbeya , Zanzibar, and most national parks.

Domestic flights are often late but generally reliable.

The Tanzania - Zambia train service, known as TAZARA , operates trains twice a week between New Kapiri Mposhi , Zambia, and Dar es Salaam, leaving from Dar es Salaam on Tuesdays and Fridays.

A domestic Tanzania railways network links Tanzania's major cities, including Kigoma , Mwanza , Dodoma , Tabora , and Dar es Salaam. The domestic train service is usually reliable, and ticket prices are affordable. Ticket prices differ, however, according to 'class', typically first, second, and third. First and second classes offer cabins with two and six beds, respectively. Third class is open seating. Hot meals and beverages are usually available from the dining car. It is not uncommon for the train kitchen to purchase fresh produce at many of the stopping points along the way. You can also buy fruit and snacks directly from local vendors who frequent the many train stations on each of Tanzania's many train routes.

The bus is a great way to get into Tanzania. Fly to a place like Nairobi, then you can catch a bus down to Arusha -- a great base for Mount Meru and Ngorongoro Crater. Also, you should not forget the south central part of Tanzania, away from tourist hawkers. Roads in Tanzania aren't in good condition; there are no highways, and there are very few multiple lane segments along main roads. Buses slow down or stop in most villages because of traffic, police, and speed calming tools. For your reference, the trip from Dar es Salaam to Iringa takes at least 6 hours in a private vehicle. It's mostly a two-lane road, rebuilt by the Chinese, so it's in good condition for the most part.

Westbound and northbound buses leaving from Dar ply the same road (A7) until you get to Chalinze, which is about halfway, less than two hours, between Dar and Morogoro.

If you are going to Arusha, the bus will veer north on the A17. Other notable destinations along this route are Saandani National Park, Pangani, Tanga, Lushoto, Kilimanjaro, and Moshi. From Arusha, you can also take a bus to Mwanza and Kigoma, but once you've past the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the roads are in extremely poor condition, and you are in for a bumpy ride.

If you continue on past Chalinze you'll pass by Morogoro (also the turn off for Dodoma), the entry point into the Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi National Park, the old main gate to Udzungwa Mountains Parks, and Iringa, which is the turn off for Ruaha National Park.

Iringa is the place to explore the southern circuit, with a new campsite at the Msosa gate to the Uduzungwas (the Iringa side of the park) and the gateway to Ruaha (possibly Tanzania's best park). It is a great place to stay for a few days.

After Iringa, you'll either go west, to Mbeya, or south, to Songea. Head to Mbeya if you want to either visit Lake Tanganyika, enter into Malawi, or head north to Kigoma. North of Mbeya, the roads aren't sealed, so it will be a long and very unpleasant trip. If you want to see Lake Nyasa (a.k.a. Lake Malawi), take the bus to Songea. Although you are within a stone's throw of Mozambique, there are no official entry points into Mozambique.

Finally, if you're headed south of Dar, then you'll take the B2. This is the main route to the Selous and the Rufiji River. Along the way, you can also stop in Kilwa, Lindi, and, finally, Mtwara. The road isn't sealed the whole way, so, again, bring on a cushion.

Outside of the roads connecting Nairobi, Arusha, and Dar es Salaam, roads between other cities and villages are in very poor condition, although they are slowly being improved. For instance, traveling from Arusha to Dodoma is slow. It can be faster to return to Chalinze and then board a bus to Dodoma. This is pretty much the case for any travel between cities that are not located along the road to Dar.

The border town of Namanga is a hectic outpost that epitomizes much of Africa. The bus even waits here for you to cross the border. You can even get off on the Kenyan side, walk across the border, and get on the bus again on the Tanzanian side.

From Dar by bus it is also possible to travel to Malawi, Uganda, and Rwanda.

Useful information on the Dar es Salaam bus stand ("Ubungo") and some specific bus lines can be found in the Dar es Salaam article.

Be sure to go to the proper ticket sales desk to buy tickets, especially in larger cities.  Also, show up at the proper ticket sales desk well before the bus is scheduled to the depart, to ensure that you are directed to the correct bus and check in your luggage with the actual bus driver.  In Arusha's bus terminal, there is scam where people will attempt to impersonate the bus ticket sales people and the bus drives.

See specific cities for more information about the bus lines that serve them.

• Tahmeed Buses connect Mombasa with Tanga and Nairobi through Arusha and Dar in Tanzania.
• Royal Coach travels to Arusha, and is one of the nicest buses available.
• Dar Express services many cities, including Nairobi , Kenya.
• Sumry , Sutco , and Upendo connect the beautiful southern part of Tanzania, Iringa and Mbeya to Dar and further southwest.
• Taqwa Coach Company have buses to and from Dar to Malawi, Zambia and Kenya.
• Kilimanjaro buses, travels Arusha - Moshi to Dar es salaam .
• Abood buses, travels Dar es salaam to Morogoro

Azam Marine and Fast Ferries connect Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. It's about 90 minutes sailing.

By bus and mini-bus

The bus is the most common way to travel around in Tanzania. Most buses have a simple design, and the roads are poor, although 1st class air-con buses are available on the Dar-Moshi-Arusha route (Dar Express - ticket office on Libya Street downtown or office no. 45 at Ubungo). Nearly all buses go in and out of Dar es Salaam. The main bus station in Dar (where all buses go), Ubungo, is 8 km west of the city center. A number of the better "intercity buses" provide you with complimentary drinks and biscuits.

In Dar, minibuses called Dala-Dalas can be taken cheaply to most places within the city. The fare is written on the front next to the door - it's usually TSh 250 for adults (2011) except for longer distances. The route of the bus is also stenciled on the front and sides of the bus, e.g. 'Posta-Mwenge' and there's a colour coding system. Posta (outside the central post office on Azikiwe/Maktaba Street) is the main downtown daladala hub. Others are Kariakoo, Mwenge, Buguruni, and Ubungo. Hop on the daladala, take a seat if there is one, and pay the conductor ('konda') when he shakes his pile of coins at you in a meaningful way. The konda shouts the names of the stops - if you don't know where you are, or don't know the name of your destination stop, it'll be hard to know where to get off. If possible, it's worth asking someone at your destination, since the stops sometimes have no signs at all - people 'just know' that certain street corners are the daladala stop and the names are not obvious (e.g. 'Sudani' on the Masaki-Posta line - near the Sudanese ambassador's residence on Toure Drive). When you hear or see your stop and want to get off, shout 'Shusha!' (let me off), the konda will knock on the chassis twice, and the driver will immediately swerve to the side and stop. The daladalas don't run very late; on the east side of town the latest ones are the Msasani and Mwenge routes.

There are also three-wheeled tuktuks/baby taxis/CNGs/bajajis that zoom around. They are cheaper than a taxi, and can get past traffic jams. It's probably not the safest option. You can negotiate the fare in advance, but sometimes the driver doesn't know your destination (there's no Dar es Salaam 'knowledge') and won't know how much to charge. Drivers generally quote pretty fair prices (maybe with a reasonable 'skin tax' for white people) at the destination and if they're trying to rip you off you can usually tell by the leer. It may be handy to know 'right' and 'left' in Swahili: kulia (right), kushoto (left), moja kwa moja (straight), simama (stop), asante kaka (thanks brother).

• Modern Coast

Private taxis are also a convenient choice, but be sure to negotiate the price before you use them. Fellow travellers might be able to offer advice about a reasonable fare. Some places (e.g. Dar es Salaam Airport) have a strong taxi cartel and post fixed prices.

Little [dead link] ride hailing app works in Tanzania.

If you can afford it, flying around Tanzania is faster and safer. See Tanzania#By_plane section above. Even the busiest roads are in poor condition, and bus drivers are not known for their patience or great driving skills. Road accidents claim more lives in Tanzania than any other cause of death.

Warning: It's not advised to drive in Tanzania, or throughout most of Africa, unless you have already experienced the driving conditions in developing countries. Nonetheless, here is some useful information for those thinking to undertake the challenge.

Drive on the left side of the road

• Tanzanians drive on the left (like in the UK, India, Australia, Japan, and other countries), as opposed to driving on the right, like in North America and most European countries. Experienced drivers from "right-hand drive" countries will need about half a day of driving around before adjusting to the change. Although the gear shift, windshield wipers and turn signal activators are reversed, luckily, the pedals are not. Just follow the traffic. However, even with some practice, you should always be vigilant, as you could easily find yourself disoriented, which could put you at risk of a head-on collision or hitting a pedestrian, if you are used to driving on the opposite side of the road.

Choice of vehicle

• If you're hiring a car when you get here, your best option is a 4x4 sport utility vehicle with good road clearance, especially if you plan on going on safari in any of the national parks. Look for the Land Cruiser, Hilux Surf (4Runner), and Range Rover vehicles. Avoid mini-SUVs, such as the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CRV, because they can't always negotiate the poor road conditions in most of Tanzania's national parks. Another issue is 4-wheel drive options. Vehicles with always-on 4x4 are not the best choice for off-road driving. These vehicles were designed for driving in the snow on paved roads or through small mud holes. What you encounter in national parks in Tanzania is quite different and demands a proper 4-wheel drive vehicle capable of traversing large mud holes and sandy roads. Even then, you may still get stuck.
• Nelles Maps of Tanzania, Rwanda & Burundi is the best map. They've taken the time to locate the smallest of villages along the routes, which is great for navigating places where landmarks are scarce.
• There are markers and white concrete pillions along the main roads. They identify the next major city or town along the route and how many kilometers remain.

Driving in the city

• This only applies to Dar es Salaam, since all other cities and towns are relatively small and easy to get around in. The city center is extremely congested from 9AM-6PM, Monday to Friday. There are few traffic lights, and the streets are very narrow. It's a dog-eat-dog kind of place, so offensive driving skills are a must, as no one will let you pass if you just sit and wait at stops signs. Streets are crowded with parked and moving cars, SUVs, lorries, scooters, and very muscular men pulling insanely overloaded carts. People can spend hours stuck in traffic jams, especially around Kariakoo Market.
• There are a few roundabouts in downtown, which the locals call "keeplefties" because they thought that the sign advising drivers to "Keep Left" when entering the roundabouts named this fascinating Mzungu invention. Mzungu is the Swahili word for "white" foreigners. It is not derogatory, and it's more along the lines of calling a white person a Caucasian.
• When parking on the street in Dar, find a spot to park, then lock your doors and leave. When you return, a parking attendant wearing a yellow fluorescent vest will approach you for payment. The fee is Tsh 300 for two hours. The attendant should either hand you a ticket, or the ticked will already be on your windshield. Do not leave without paying if there is a ticket on your windshield. The attendant will most likely be forced to make up for the missing money, as he probably earns, at best, Tsh 3000 a day.
• Carjacking is uncommon but opening doors or jumping through open windows to steal valuables is not. Keep your windows closed and the doors locked. When vehicles are stopped at traffic lights or parked on unattended locations, thieves have been known to steal mirrors, paneling, spare tires, and anything that is not either engraved with the license plate number or bolted into the vehicle's body. Choose your parking spots carefully and don't leave valuables in plain sight. You can either offer the parking attendant a small tip to watch your vehicle, Tsh 500-1000, or find a secured parking lot, especially if you are leaving your vehicle overnight.
• The two main roads are the Dar es Salaam to Mbeya road (A7/A17), which takes you to the Southern Highlands through the towns of Morogoro , Iringa , and Mikumi National Park , and near the Selous and Ruhaha National Parks. The other road is the Dar to Arusha and the Serengeti road (B1), which takes you to the Northern Circuit by the towns of Tanga and Moshi , and Mount Kilimanjaro , Saadani, Tanrangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks.

Dangers and annoyances

• Tanzanians drive very fast and won't hesitate to overtake in a blind curve. Also, most commercial vehicles are poorly maintained and overloaded, and you'll see many of them broken-down along the main highways. never assume their brakes are working or that the drivers have fully thought through the dangerous maneuver they are undertaking.
• Most roads in Tanzania are poorly maintained and littered with potholes and dangerous grooves formed by overloaded transport vehicles. All main roads cut through towns and villages, and often traffic calming tools (a.k.a. speed or road humps) ensure vehicles reduce their speed when passing through. Unfortunately, few are clearly marked while most are hard to see until you are right upon them, and if you are coming too fast, you could be thrown off the road. Slow down when entering any town, or you might not be able to avoid these and other hazards. This defensive driving attitude is also prudent because animals and children often bolt out into the street.
• If you are involved in an accident with a pedestrian, drive to the nearest police station to advise them. do not exit your vehicle and attempt to resolve the situation, even if you are sure it was not your fault. Tanzanians are some of the nicest people you will ever meet in Africa, but they have been known to take matters into their own hands. This is largely due to their mistrust of the police and the belief that anyone with money, e.g. rich foreigners, can buy their way out of a problem.
• If you encounter a convoy of government vehicles, move out of the way. They have priority, although this is debatable, and will not hesitate to run you off the road if you don't give way. You could also be fined by the police for your failure to give way.

In Tanzania, you can determine vehicle registration by the license plate colours. Yellow plates, starting with "T" and followed by three numbers, are privately owned vehicles. Official Tanzanian government plates are also yellow, but they display only letters and usually start with "S" (the fewer the letters, the higher up in the food chain the owner is). Green plates are diplomatic; Red are international development agencies; Blue are UN and similar organizations; White are taxis, buses and commercial (safari) vehicles, and Black are the military and the police. This coding does not apply in Zanzibar and Pemba.

Passing etiquette

• Drivers following you will activate their right turn signal light to indicate they wish to pass you. If the road is clear, activate your left turn signal; if not, activate your right turn signal. Look for this when attempting to pass.

What to bring

• A large jerry can (20 litres) with emergency fuel. (Don’t enter a national park without a full tank of gas.)
• A shovel, a machete ("panga" in Swahili), and tow rope.
• Good road maps
• First-aid kit
• Drinking water, at least 5 litres, and non-perishable emergency food supplies.

Car hire - rent a car for private use.

Car hire in Tanzania is affordable and there are many reliable 4WD jeeps like Landcruisers and Landrovers available for hire. 4WD cars are comfortable and can withstand all weather road conditions in Tanzania. When you want to travel comfortably anywhere in Tanzania, being rural areas or National parks, choose private travel in a Landcruiser or Landrover.

There are several local tour operators (like [1] ) which have fleet of cars for hire in major airports like Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, major cities and all towns which are peripheral to tourist destinations like Moshi, Mwanza, Arusha, and Karatu around Ngorongoro.

Safaris in Tanzania can be put into two categories, the Northern Circuit (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara and Tarangire) and the Southern Circuit (Selous, Mikumi and Ruaha). This is an oversimplification though and does not include other interesting, but harder to reach, parks such as Katavi and Gombe, to name just two. For tourists, the first two groupings are more accessible, as a variety of packages are offered by several tour companies.

Safari prices

The cost of a safari can range from the basics (fly-tents, self-catering and guides with vehicles) to smaller parks like Manyara and Tarangire, to luxury lodges and tented camps in the Serengeti which can cost anywhere from US$250 to US$1,500 per person per night. You can use your own vehicle, provided it's a 4x4 with adequate clearance. There is a benefit to hiring a guide and a vehicle as safari vehicles are equipped with open rooftops which provide a much better vantage point for animal viewing. Also, many park will require that you hire a certified guide before you enter the park, even if you're using your own vehicle. Guides can cost around US$35 a day plus tip. Guides are good to have since they know the park and can help you locate some of the more sought after animals such as lions, leopards, rhinos, cheetahs and hyenas.

Some of the more popular safari companies are Warrior Trails, Ranger tours & Leopard tours. Other popular companies rated by the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators include Ajabu Adventures, Bush2Beach Safaris, Bushmen Expeditions, Fay Safaris and Tanzania Tour Company. Serena and Sopa are popular lodging spots and have facilities throughout the Northern Circuit. However, don't discount using smaller tours and lesser known lodging facilities which are just as good if not better than the larger tours and lodges.

For better prices and some of the most beautiful parks avoiding the traffic jams of safari vehicles, head for the southern circuit, particularly Ruaha National Park where the range of wildlife is much greater and the scenery spectacular. Iringa is a great place to base yourself to explore this area and sort out your safari trips.

For any of the following tours, by looking online, you can find reputable companies that are reasonably priced and make the trip enjoyable and stress-free.

Wildlife viewing

• Serengeti National Park , made famous by numerous Discovery Channel specials, hosts a wide range of wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, hippopotamuses, elephants, zebra, buffalo, water buck, crocodiles, gazelle, warthogs, and wildebeest. One major attraction is the wildebeest migration, which occurs continuously between the Serengeti and Masai Mara (Kenya). A guide with a 4-wheel drive vehicle is required. If the migration is your main purpose for visiting the Serengeti, you should advise your tour company as this may require travel much further afield and could be more costly.
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area also hosts an abundance of wildlife, particularly in the Ngorongoro crater. Formed by the same volcanic activity that generated Kilimanjaro and the Great Rift Valley, Ngorongoro consists of the highlands around the crater (rich in elephants) and the crater itself (similar animals to Serengeti, but at higher densities and with a small population of black rhino).
• Ruaha National Park and Selous Game Reserve are far less popular but very enjoyable. You will find much greater variety of wildlife than you would in the Serengeti, if you're looking for a destination with fewer tourists these parks are for you. Ruaha is known for having the largest elephant and giraffe population of any park in Africa and often goes by the name 'Giraffic Park', it is also a good place to see large prides of lion and the elusive and rare hunting dogs. Selous is the only other place besides Ngorongoro where you may see a rhino. You can also visit the Uduzungwa Mountains Park for a truly wilderness hike through unspoiled and spectacular scenery. There are few places left in the world like this one. With new gates opened up on the Iringa side of the park with great camping it is a great addition to any visit to Tanzania.
• Tarangire National Park is in the northern circuit of Tanzania and was named after the Tarangire river flowing within the park. The park area is approximately 2,600 km 2 . Similar to Serengeti, the park has a high concentrations of wildlife during the dry seasons. Also, over 570 bird species have been identified, and the place is surely a birdwatchers' paradise. Safari accommodation is available in quality safari lodges and campsites.

When visiting wildlife parks be sure to stay as close to the viewing areas (center of the parks) as possible and leave as soon as you can in the morning as animals are typically most active soon after sunrise.

• Zanzibar is an island off the coast of Tanzania and includes the island of Pemba. Zanzibar has beautiful beaches and a historical Stone Town. Zanzibar is great for scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming with dolphins. Other attractions include spice tours and the Jozani Forest, which shelters a small population of red Colobus monkeys.
• Mafia Island Marine Park is south of Zanzibar and boasts some fantastic scuba diving and snorkeling. You may also get to swim with whale sharks, as this is one of the few areas in the world where they congregate annually.
• Bongoyo Island is easy to get to with a boat from Slipway. It has a remarkable beach with excellent snorkeling in clear water, although you may be better off taking your own snorkels as renting is costly. The island is not tide dependent, therefore you can swim at any time. There is a resident price and a 'muzungu' price' but still quite reasonable.
• Sinda Island is a small uninhabited island of ínner sinder' and outer sinder'.
• Mbudya Island can be accessed from Silver Sands hotel. The water is amazing although it looks clear you cannot snorkel in it as it is surprisingly murky underneath the surface.
• Lazy Lagoon There are 12 rooms on the private 9 km-long white sandy island with deserted beaches. It boasts swimming at all tides in clear azure blue water, ideal for snorkelling to be mesmerized by the shoals of iridescent tropical fish hiding among the pristine coral gardens that protect the island. The island is accessed from the mainland, just south of Bagamoyo town 70 km north of Dar es Salaam. It is home to bushbabies, wild pigs, genets, baboons, duiker, and Suni antelope. The bandas were well appointed and have solar-powered hot water, a large shady verandah with spacious rooms and big windows.
• Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa and one of the highest freestanding mountains in the world. Many people travel to Tanzania just to climb this mountain. Does tend to be crowded with tourists. You can either organize your trek up the mountain from your home country through a travel agency, but you'll pay a lot more for this convenience, or, if you've got a bit of time, hop on plane and save some money by organizing it in Arusha or in Dar. There are as many incompetent and dishonest trek organizers as there are good ones. Make sure your guide will deliver on his promises.
• Mt Meru is an active stratovolcano located 70 km (43 mi) west of Mount Kilimanjaro in the nation of Tanzania. At a height of 4,565 m (14,977 ft), it is visible from Mt Kilimanjaro on a clear day, and is the ninth or tenth highest mountain in Africa, dependent on definition. Much of its bulk was lost about 8,000 years ago due to an eastward volcanic blast, similar to the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in the U.S. state of Washington. Mount Meru most recently had a minor eruption in 1910. The several small cones and craters seen in the vicinity probably reflect numerous episodes of volcanic activity.

• There are loads of National Parks for those wanting to watch Tanzania's wildlife. You can gain entry for around US$100 and benefit from a tour (and perhaps a night's accommodation). The better parks, though packed with tourists, are found in the north of the country. Ruaha National Park is the best in the south (locals actually say this is the best park, especially if you want to see wild animals as opposed to semi-tame ones in the northern parks). Don't just be sucked into the tourist circuit in the north; the south offers great parks and towns (base yourself in Iringa), and you will feel less of a tourist and more of a guest if you travel this way.
• Scuba diving in and around Pemba and Zanzibar is another good experience.
• You can also visit numerous historical Slave Trade sites located in Bagamoyo , which could make for an interesting, if a little depressing, excursion.
• Beaches : Tanzania has some of the best, most unspoiled beaches in the world. They are stunning, with their white sand, palm trees, and cool Indian Ocean water!
• Kayak the beautiful coastal waters with a tour operator.
• Tanzania has two of the best Stone Age sites in the world: Isimila Gorge (near Iringa) and the earliest known examples of human art among the rock paintings, near Kolo, north of Kondoa, Dodoma -- some of which are reckoned to be around 30,000 years old.
• Kilimanjaro is one of Tanzania's main attractions. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa. Many visitors come to Tanzania to summit this great mountain. The main peak is estimated to be 5895 m high, making it a real challenge for mountaineers.

Swahili and English are the official languages of Tanzania. Swahili however is the dominant language of society, with English largely limited to commerce and higher education. Over 100 different languages are also spoken by individual ethnic groups, though Swahili is almost universally spoken across the country.

Time of day

This is where a little knowledge of Kiswahili can cause some inconveniences. Tanzanians don't function on the same time as Westerners. This doesn't mean Africa time, which is the notion that appointments are flexible and people can arrive when they please. For Tanzanians, it's illogical that the day would start in the middle of the night.

Since sunrise and sunset happen pretty much at the same time all year round, 6AM and 6PM, the day starts at 6AM which is 0 hours. So when telling time in Kiswahili, Tanzanians always subtracted 6 hours for western time. 11AM is 5AM to a Tanzanian. To avoid any confusion, a Tanzanian will tell time in English if they want to use the western standard and in Kiswahili if they use local standard.

In Kiswahili, if you say Saa kumi na moja asubuhi (11AM), instead of Saa tano asubuhi (5AM), you'll end up waiting for 6 hours if the person arrives on time, plus however long it takes to arrive fashionably late!

The currency of Tanzania is known as the Tanzanian shilling , denoted by the symbol " TSh " or by " /= " or " /- " following the number (ISO code: TZS ). There are five denominations of notes and four of coins in circulation in Tanzania:

• Notes: 10,000 (red), 5,000 (violet), 2,000 (brown), 1,000 (blue) and 500 (green; now changed to coins) shillings.
• Coins: 500, 200, 100 and 50 shillings.

Notes and coins vary in size and colour. In descending size order, TSh 10,000 is the largest note, and 500 is the smallest.

Tanzanian currency exchangers usually have a different exchange rate for different US$ denominations, larger and newer bills having a better exchange rate than older and smaller bills. The difference in exchange rate between $1/$5 bills and $50/$100 bills may exceed ten percent. Older US$100 notes are no longer accepted in Tanzania, and any note older than 2003 will most likely be refused everywhere. Also, it's best to avoid attempting to exchange notes with pen marks or any writing on them. If you withdraw a large amount of money, in the range of US$400, you'll have to carry over 40 notes around!

The TSh 10,000 and 5000 notes can be difficult to break when shopping in small shops, a.k.a. dukas . In Tanzania, it's usually the customer's responsibility to provide exact change. But if they do agree to provide change, you could be left with several 1000 and 500 notes of very poor quality. However, you won't have such problems in the large hotels and restaurants catering to foreigners.

Most stores and restaurants expect payment in Tanzanian shillings. On the other hand, travel visas, safaris and Kilimanjaro treks are generally priced in US dollars, and entry fees to national parks must be paid in US dollars by non-residents. On Zanzibar, prices are generally in US dollars (including the ferry fare from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar), and non-residents are required to pay for hotels with foreign currency (although the hotel will change Tanzanian shillings for you). Hotels on the mainland expect payment in Tanzanian shillings.

Most hotels will exchange US dollars, euros and British pounds for Tanzanian shillings. Other currencies, such as Canadian or Australian dollars, may be accepted but at rates far below the going rate.

ATMs are mostly located in the city centre and on the Msasani Peninsula. If you have a PIN code for your credit card, almost all Tanzanian banks with ATMs will allow cash advances on credit cards like Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Union Pay, JCB, Diners Club, Discover cards. If the ATM reports your home balance in TSh, you may be pleasantly surprised to find that you're a "shillionaire".

̈' Ecobank , GT Bank , KCB , I&M , DTB . have no ATM fees for overseas bank cards at their ATMs.

̈̽' Absa bank , Stanbic , Bank of Africa charges a US$5 fee for all overseas cards. Similarly most local banks will charge fees around TSh10,000–15,000 per withdrawal. Some ATMs don't even disclose the fees beforehand (e.g. TCB , Mkombozi bank )!' local banks Exim , NMB , CRDB ATMs take mastercard but with a 15,000 fee.

Traveller's cheques have become impossible to cash in. use your ATM card.

Credit cards can be used in big supermarkets, malls, large hotels, resorts and with certain travel agents – and to get cash from ATMs.

There are many markets in tourist cities that sell standard "African" goods. Beaded jewellery, carved soapstone, and Masai blankets make interesting gifts. Most "ebony" wood is fake (shoe polish) - the exception being in the far south-east of the country, where the Makonde tribe of Tanzania and Northern Mozambique create masks and other carvings from ebony and mpingo wood. Be prepared to bargain for everything. Masks are not typical of most East African groups, and the ones you find in the markets are either imported from West Africa or are strange things made just for tourists, with the exception of the Makonde masks.

Tinga Tinga paintings, named after the painter who originated that style, are for sale everywhere. Their distinctive style and colors make for attractive souvenirs. A standard size painting can be had for TSh 5,000-10,000. There is a Tinga Tinga school in Dar es Salaam, where you can purchase paintings from the artists themselves.

Air freight

If you happen to buy too many goodies during your travels, it is possible to send them home air freight. Many airlines will allow you to check additional parcels when you fly, for a fee, which probably makes the most sense if you're going straight home. But if you're continuing on, air freight might be the way to go. Many listed rates do not include 20% VAT, or a "fuel surcharge" of 13.5% as of 2008.

• DHL . Offers quite pricey service (e.g. about US$300 for a 10-kg package to the US) but is conveniently located in Dar city centre, as well as in a bunch of other cities (see web site). Will deliver direct to the recipient in most countries.  
• KLM ( go to the old terminal at DAR airport ). Offers slightly more reasonable rates than DHL (e.g. about US$100 for a 10-kg package to the US) but requires a trip to the airport and about 1 hour of paperwork & waiting. You must pay cash, in US dollars, plus some fees in shillings. Customs will want to go through the package, so bring something to (re)seal it. You can first go to the KLM freight office (look for the sign), then to the cargo building further down the same road, or call ahead and be met at cargo. If you just arrive at cargo you will be swarmed by freight forwarders - to find the KLM staff, look for the KLM logo (e.g. on a lanyard) or call ahead ( ☏ +255 714 474 617 ). Despite what you might be told, someone will need to go to the destination airport to pick up the package - it will not be delivered to an address by KLM. Storage charges will accrue if it's left for very long.  
• EMS . EMS is a branch of the Tanzanian postal service, and is the cheapest way to send packages. It's available at most larger town post offices. But shipping time can be quite long, and delivery is not always reliable. Also there are size/weight restrictions. Packages will be transferred to the local postal service at destination, which usually provides direct delivery.  
• Fedex . Fedex have offices in Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Mwanza, and like DHL, they are also pricey.  

• Produce is often of very high quality. Meat and milk can prove difficult for western taste and diets, so be sure that all meat is cooked through. At hotels, you won't have any trouble, but if you venture into small villages, make sure that all water is filtered or boiled before drinking and all fruits and vegetables are peeled before eating.
• Local dishes include Mtori - cooked beef and bananas - and Mchicha , a vegetable stew with meat or fish in it.
• If there is anything that can be called Tanzania's national dish, then Ugali would most likely win out. A polenta-style dish made with corn flour, it accompanies cooked meat and a variety of stews, and it's eaten with your hands. Recipes vary from village to village, and everyone has their own way of making it. Many foreigners find it bland and unappealing, but it's worth a try, and some upscale establishments serve it.
• Street food is also cheap and plentiful. Barbecued maize on the cob is very nice, as are the chipped potatoes (fries), cooked over a roaring fire.
• Mandazi is a sweet doughnut-styled food that is mostly made fresh each morning. Great with coffee in the morning, it makes an ideal snack.
• Tanzania's large South Asian community ensures that a great variety of restaurants offer cuisine from all parts of that region of the globe. All eateries near Hindu temples (particularly in Dar) are a good bet. Just watch where the local Indians go to eat, and you won't be disappointed. Most of the food is cooked in large amounts of Ghee, clarified butter, which can be hard for some people to digest.
• Chipsi Mayai (chips cooked in an omelet) are served at nearly every African food stand in Tanzania and are considered a Tanzanian specialty. They're quite good with pili pili (hot sauce).
• Konyagi is a wonderful gin-like beverage, sold only in Tanzania.
• Domestic beers are Kilimanjaro , Serengeti, Balimi, Pilsner, Kibo and Safari , which are western-style and very good. Imports include Tusker, Stella Artois, and Castle.
• Locally produced banana-beer is also available at times, but questionably safe to drink. Traditionally, you will drink this out of a hollowed gourd. First drink the guests, who then pass it to the elders. In some parts of Tanzania, fermented bamboo juice (Pombe) is the common tipple.
• Passion fruit, mango, and orange juices are available in many restaurants, and excellent when the fruits are in season.
• Soft drinks are widely available; Stoney Tangawizi (ginger ale - tangawizi means 'ginger', in Swahili) is one of the most popular besides Fanta and Co.
• Mbege, a locally made drink made up of ripe bananas and finger millet, commonly in the northern Tanzania from the chagga community in the Kilimanjaro region.
• Other popular beverages include lassi (a sweet or salty yogurt drink) and Chai Maziwa (chai with milk) which is well worth trying if you can handle the large amounts of sugar added to this drink. (Milk) tea is a much more common drink than coffee in Tanzania.
• Northern Tanzania has a number of great coffee plantations. Although coffee does not have the same popularity in Tanzania as it has in Ethiopia, with a bit of searching you can find a decent cup of java, instead of the instant "Africa" coffee that is served in most restaurants. All large hotels in Dar make good coffee. If you want to brew your own cup, Msumbi Coffee Shop , +255 22 260 0380, Sea Cliff Village, sells Tanzanian coffee beans ground or whole, roasted on the premises.

In bigger cities be sure to avoid touts. If you are travelling as a couple, a good idea is for one person to sit in a lobby or restaurant with the bags, while the other scopes out rooms. You are likely to get a cheaper price without the bags, and not be targeted by sneaky touts that will raise the price US$5-10 for you for their commission.

As of 2021 budget travelers will find guest houses to offer simple rooms in the TSh8,000-20,000 price range even in smaller towns or villages. They often come with a private bathroom, a fan and a condom hidden discretely somewhere in the room. Typically these accommodations cannot be booked online and it is rare to run into any Western tourists here.

Various schools and volunteer programs offer courses ranging from Beginners Swahili to Economic Development. Dar es Salaam also has a well-established university, which has exchange programs with several universities in the US and other countries.

There is a wide assortment of volunteer organisations sending volunteers and interns to Tanzania to do work in health care, orphanages, education, and development projects. Finding a paying job may be more of a daunting task, taking more time and making use of local connections, but a job could be certainly obtainable when sought hard enough.

As in many impoverished countries, caution should always be exercised, particularly in tourist areas, such as Arusha, Stone Town (Zanzibar), and Dar es Salaam. Violent crime against foreigners is not uncommon, particularly against those walking alone at night, which is not recommended. Pickpocketing and con artists are also common. Pickpockets work crowded markets, like Kariakoo, and bus stations. Don't be fooled by small children who are often forced into a life of crime by older kids or parents -- never carry anything of value in your pockets and don't let expensive camera equipment dangle from your neck. Don't leave bags unattended or even out of your sight when on the beach.

See specific area or city articles for details.

In general, avoid isolated areas, especially after dark. Travelling in large groups is safer. If there are many people or security guards around (e.g. city center areas) you should be relatively safe.

The safest way to travel is by taxi with a driver you know, especially when it's dark out (late night or early morning). Although it's uncommon, taxi drivers have been known to rob tourists. Get the number for a taxi you trust, from your hotel or a local.

Buses have infrequently been stopped by robbers on long-distance (often overnight) routes. If you have to travel a long distance by bus, it might be better to break it into multiple day-only trips, or to travel by plane or train.

In the event of an incident, the police may or may not make a strong effort to identify the culprits, but obtaining a police report is necessary if you plan on filing an insurance claim later, or if important documents are stolen. Make sure the police report indicates if your papers were stolen; otherwise you may have difficulty leaving the country. You should immediately contact your local embassy or consulate in the event that your passport is taken.

There are very few sidewalks in Tanzania, always pay careful attention to the traffic and be prepared to move out of the way, as vehicles do not make much effort to avoid pedestrians. In Tanzania, cars have priority.

The best way to avoid touts, sellers, dealers etc., when they inevitably come up to you and say "jambo" is to either say nothing, or to say "thank you" or "asante", and to keep moving. Some may be offended by 'no', and persistent touts will be encouraged by any kind of interaction at all.

Tanzania, like many developing countries, suffers from corruption. Police are poorly paid - many make less than US$40/month. You may be solicited for a bribe by an official willing to turn a blind eye to your infraction, fabricated or otherwise. Some travellers are very much averse to paying bribes to anyone, especially in a country with so many needy but honest citizens.

Fraudsters are known to impersonate police, sometimes in the guise of an "immigration official" who identifies a problem with your documents. They will flash official-looking papers at you. But there are many plainclothes officers as well. And if you are confronted with someone in uniform, they will almost certainly be an actual officer.

On-the-spot-fine is one term used for a bribe. Those words are meant to initiate a conversation about money. You may be told that the real fine is TSh 40,000 or more and that for TSh 20,000 or 30,000, paid immediately, you can be on your way and avoid a trip to the police station to pay a higher fine.

If you are certain you are in the right, and do not want to pay a bribe, some strategies are:

• Involve other people . Fraudsters or corrupt officials are unlikely to pursue their schemes near an audience. You can ask bystanders for help on the pretext of not understanding the officer.
• Invoke higher powers . Insisting on going to the local police station is a good way to make an illegitimate issue go away. Suggesting a visit to your country's embassy (e.g. to have an official there help translate the conversation, due to one's poor knowledge of the local language and laws) is also effective. At this point, they usually have a look of horror on their face, since they don't want any real officials involved. Asking for bribes is illegal, and there is an office of corruption where they can be reported.
• Play dumb . Politely explain to the person that you don't understand the nature of the infraction, even if you do. Tanzanians are not direct, and prefer to imply what they want, instead of asking outright. Tell them you've only just arrived in the country, even if it's your 100th visit. If you know some Kiswahili, don't let on. It may only make things harder.
• Insist on getting a receipt with an official stamp -- a request that is most likely to be met with confusion and concern. The idea is to show that you don’t know that this is actually a bribe and that you simply wish to play by the rules. Hopefully, after 10 or 20 minutes of a circular, but always polite, conversation, they may send you on your merry way. A word of caution about this approach: corrupt officials have become wise to this and in one case a person requesting a receipt was told the cashier's office was closed and would not open until the next morning. The options were to pay the fine or spend the night in prison. It appears this was not a bluff on the part of the officer. The fine was paid and no receipt was issued. The game is constantly changing.
• Discussing money or negotiating the fine may encourage the perception that you understand the nature of the conversation (i.e. you are willing to pay a bribe).
• Directly accusing the officer of corruption is likely to be counter-productive; it is important that you allow the officer to save face.
• If you insist on going to the police station, you may be expected to give the officer a ride. If you are alone, and especially if the "officer" is plainclothes, this may not be a good idea. If you are approached by multiple people and are alone, under no circumstances get in their vehicle - insist on taking a taxi. And once you get to the station, just pay whatever fine is quoted and insist on a receipt. This may end up costing you more than the bribe, but at least this cop won't get any money out of you, and he/she may think twice before flagging down other foreigners. Also, demonstrate respect for their authority, never raise your voice, and never swear or insult them. Whether you are right or not does not matter at that point.

Finally: incidents of excessive force involving tourists are rare, but that doesn’t mean it cannot happen. For instance, police have been known to be drunk on the job, which can seriously inhibit their ability to reason. As in any situation where someone is trying to get money out of you, by force or threat of force, it's better to be safe than sorry; it's only money.

Stay healthy

Bottled water is cheap and widely available throughout the country. You shouldn't drink the tap water unless you have no other option, and it must either be filtered with a high quality filter and purifier or brought to a boil before consumption. Tests on tap water have found it contaminated with e-coli bacteria.

Illnesses and diseases

As in most African countries, the AIDS/HIV infection rate is high. Tanzania's HIV/AIDS infection rate was 5% among ages 15-49 according to a 2015 UNAIDS estimate [2] . This figure is deceiving, however, since several distinct segments of the population, such as artisanal miners, itinerant fisherman, truck drivers, and sex workers, have HIV infection rates significantly higher than the national average. Do not have unprotected sex in Tanzania or anywhere else, for that matter.

After food-borne illnesses, malaria should be your greatest concern. Malaria is transmitted by mosquitoes and is endemic to Tanzania. You may find yourself at risk in almost every part of the country, although this risk is diminished at altitudes above 2000 m. Care should always be taken between sunset and sunrise, especially during the rainy season. Always sleep under a treated net; wear trousers and closed footwear, and use an effective repellent. It's amazing, but many large hotels don’t automatically install mosquito nets in their rooms. However, a call to the reception requesting one is seldom ignored. In some cases, the nets have several large holes, but a bit of adhesive tape or tying a small knot to cover the hole should do the trick.

Prior to leaving for Tanzania, you may also wish to consult a physician about taking some anti-malarial medication -- before, during, and after your trip. If, in spite of your best efforts, you do contract malaria, it is usually easily treated with medication that is readily available throughout most of the country. If you plan on being in isolated locations, you may wish to drop by a clinic and purchase a batch. Symptoms associated with malaria can take up to two weeks before manifesting themselves. The rule of thumb for ex-pats living in Tanzania is this: Any fever lasting more than a day should be cause for concern and necessitate a trip to the clinic for a malaria test. Upon your return home, should you show signs of a possible malaria infection, notify your doctor that you’ve visited a malaria-infected country.

Other major illnesses to avoid are typhoid and cholera . In theory, typhoid can be avoided by carefully selecting food and drink and by avoiding consumption of anything unclean. Typhoid infection, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [dead link] , is marked by 'persistent, high fevers...headache, malaise, anorexia, splenomegaly, and relative bradycardia.'

Cholera infection is marked by vomiting and sudden, uncontrollable bowel movements, which can dehydrate and ultimately kill the sufferer within 48 hours. It is important to seek medical attention as quickly as possible. Cholera is more or less a seasonal phenomenon in Zanzibar, where outbreaks frequently occur during the rainy seasons. Vaccines and/or oral prevention are available for both typhoid and cholera.

Yellow fever is an acute viral disease transmitted through the bite of a particular mosquito. Although not as common as malaria, it is nonetheless a serious disease, and travelers to Africa should consult a physician about being vaccinated against it. If you plan on traveling to other countries after your stay in Tanzania, some countries, such as South Africa , may require proof that you’ve been vaccinated against Yellow Fever before allowing you to enter the country. If you aren’t or can’t prove it, you will be offered two options: 1) receive the Yellow Fever vaccination at the airport, and 2) immediately leave the country. The Yellow Fever vaccine (as any vaccine) can have side effects for some people, so you may wish to get the vaccine in your home country, under controlled conditions. Most physicians will not administer the Yellow Fever vaccine to children under the age of 1 year, and a letter from a physician explaining this will ensure that your infant child will not receive the vaccine at the airport. - People travelling to Tanzania from India, There is acute shortage of the yellow fever vaccine in India so please get yourself vaccinated at the airport in Dar-es-Salaam as soon as you land there.

Gastrointestinal Distress , a.k.a. traveler’s diarrhea, is the result of one, some, or all of the following factors: Unhygienic food preparation and storage, changes in diet, fatigue, dehydration, and excessive alcohol consumption. Prevention is your best defense. Eat only raw vegetables and fruits you can peel and which have been rinsed in clean water. Avoid street or restaurant food that appears to have been left in the open for an extended period of time. Eat only freshly fried or steamed food. You should drink only bottled water, which is available throughout the country. You should even brush your teeth with it. If you must drink tap or well water, boil it for a minimum of 10 minutes or use a high quality filter.

Rift Valley Fever: In January 2007, there was an outbreak of RFV in the Kilimanjaro area. Consumption of unpasteurized milk and improperly cooked meat from infected cows led to a number of deaths in the area. Following the deaths, beef sales dropped sharply all over the country, despite the limited scope of the infection. In general, meat served in upscale restaurants is of superior quality. However, care should be taken when indulging in street foods or when eating in remote areas.

Insects and animals

Tanzania has its fair share of venomous and deadly insects and animals, such as Black and Green Mambas, scorpions, spiders, stinging ants, lions, sharks, and others. You should take care when walking through high grass; when visiting national parks, or when shoving your hand under rocks or into dark holes -- unless you know what you are doing. In actuality, the likelihood of encountering these and other similar dangers is remote.

The insect/animal most residents fear is the mosquito.

Medical facilities

Hospitals and dispensaries in Tanzania do not meet western standards. If you require surgery or any complex medical procedure you will have to be evacuated to Kenya, South Africa or Europe. You should ensure your medical insurance covers such expenses. Outside of Dar es Salaam, and especially outside of the larger cities and towns, you will be hard pressed to get even basic medical help as many doctors are poorly trained and/or have limited equipment and medication. You should ensure you have your own medical kit to hold you over in case of an emergency. Misdiagnoses are frequent for even common ailments such as malaria, as high as 70% of the cases.

Dar es Salaam is served by a few clinics staffed by western trained physicians. However, some surgical procedures still require evacuation out of Tanzania.

• IST Medical Clinic: Just off Haile Selassie Road past the Chole Road intersection, behind the International School of Tanganyika, Msasani Pinensula, Tel: +255 22 260 1307, Emergency: +255 754 783 393.
• Premier Care Clinic Limited: 259 Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road, Namanga, Kinondoni, P.O. Box 220, Dar es Salaam, Tel: +255 22 266 8385, Mobile: +255 748 254 642.
• Aga Khan Hospital: Corner of Ocean Road & Sea View Road, Tel: +255 22 211 5151.

Government hospitals

• Bugando Hospital , Mwanza, Tanzania Tel: +255 68 40610. The University College of Health Sciences at Bugando Medical Center is established as a Catholic college having four schools: Medical, Nursing, Pharmacotherapy and Dental.
• Muhimbili National hospital, located in Dar es Salaam
• Mbeya Referral Hospital, PO Box 419, Mbeya Tel: +255 65 3576.
• Mnazi Mmoja Hospital, PO Box 338, Zanzibar Tel: +255 54 31071.

Other Government run hospitals used for electives:

• Hindu Mandal Hospital, PO Box 581, Dar es Salaam Tel: +255 51 110237/110428.
• Agha Khan Hospital, PO Box 2289, Dar es Salaam Tel: +255 51 114096.
• Nachingwea District General Hospital, Nachingwea, Lindi, South Tanzania
• Teule District Designated Hospital, Muheza, Tanga Region.

Mission hospitals

• Berega Mission Hospital, Berega, Morogoro, Tanzania.
• St Anne’s Hospital, PO Box 2, Liuli (via Songea) (connected via USPG charity).
• St Francis Hospital, Kwo Mkono, Handeni District.
• A flying doctor service is based in Arusha, Tel: +255 2548578.

For any medical issues, contact : Ministry of Health, PO Box 9083, Dar es Salaam Tel: +255 51 20261 Fax: 51 39951

In Moshi Municipality (Kilimanjaro Region) there is the renowned KCMC , Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre, which is in the foothills of the snow-capped, Mount Kilimanjaro.

In general, tourists should wear modest or conservative attire, especially in Zanzibar, which is a conservative Muslim society. Western women should not wear clothing that reveals too much skin. 'Kangas', brightly-colored wrap-around cloth, are affordable, available throughout the country, and can serve as a discreet covering.

The Masai people, with their colorful clothing, are tempting targets for any tourist with a camera. However, they expect to be paid for it, and you should always ask before taking pictures.

It is common practice among Swahili-speakers to use 'shikamoo' (prounounced 'she ka moe' and literally meaning, 'I hold your feet') when greeting elders or superiors. The usual response from an elder will be 'marahaba'. In Zanzibar, the equivalent of 'shikamoo' is 'chei chei'. The traveler will get along very well when using these verbal expressions of respect. In addition, a title after the 'shikamoo' is also a useful indicator that you are not just a dumb tourist -- 'shikamoo bwana' for the gents, and, when addressing a female elder, 'shikamoo mama'.

Tanzanians will also comment if you are doing any work while they are not, with the phrase "pole na kazi". It literally means "I'm sorry you have to work". A simple "asante", or "thanks", will suffice in reply.

Many Tanzanian sellers are persistent and, ordinarily, a simple head shake, accompanied by "asante sana", should settle it. However, as a last resort, a firm "hapana", meaning "no", will do the trick. Tanzanians find the word "hapana" quite rude, so please don't use it casually -- only as a last resort. Whatever you plan to do, do not tell someone you will come back to buy from them later when you have no such intention; better to be honest and say 'no' than having to avoid someone for days. They somehow have a funny way of finding you when you promised to visit their stall or shop!

The most polite way to refuse something is to say "sihitaji" (pronounced see-hih-tah-jee)- "I don't need it".

Keeping in touch while traveling in Tanzania is rarely a problem. You can get decent mobile phone reception even in some national parks.

Telephone calls

The "Tanzania Telecommunications Company Ltd" (TTCL) is the state owned telecom, operating all pay phones and landlines in Tanzania. As it is the case with most developing countries, telephone fixed-lines are not affordable for many ordinary people. However, the mobile network has blossomed throughout Africa in the past years, and this is equally true of Tanzania. With many used mobile phones for sale and the very low cost of getting a SIM card, this is the popular choice of most Tanzanians. For many, a mobile phone is the first large purchase when they get a job. The major mobile service providers operate all over the country, even in some of the most remote areas, although service interruptions are common.

If you find a taxi driver or tour guide that you like, ask for their mobile number. This is often the best way to reach them.

Using a mobile phone If you have an "unlocked" GSM 900/1800MHz frequency mobile phone (the same frequency as used in the rest of the world, apart from USA and Canada), you can purchase a local SIM card for 500 Tsh from a series of Tanzanian service providers. The most popular are Airtel , Vodacom , and Tigo . Zantel [dead link] is a new arrival on the mainland and, through the national roaming agreement with Vodacom, has the largest network coverage.

Air time You can top up your "prepaid" mobile phone account by using "scratch-cards", which are available everywhere. Just look for shops or even small tables set up along the road, with posters for the various mobile service providers. Those cards typically come in the denominations from Tsh500-50,000. If you plan on making frequent calls outside of Africa, you will need at least a Tsh10,000 card.

International telecommunications have low capacity, and can be unreliable

With the advent of Internet-equipped cell phones, internet cafés are dying out throughout Tanzania. They used to be easy to find in major urban areas, like Dar es Salaam and Arusha, and may persist.

As of 2021, all mobile providers are offering mobile internet service. Zantel, Vodacom, Tigo, Airtel and Halotel are the main providers. 4G coverage is available in many areas of Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Zanzibar town and other cities in the country. A 8GB/month data bundle costs around Tsh10,000, SIM card included.

Wireless (WIFI) is also provided by some providers mainly Powernet (Bibi Titi Mohammed Road, Elia Complex) 0658769376, 0787769376, 0757769376, 0777769376, Unlimited Internet Access anywhere in the Urban Areas of Dar-Es-Salam costing Tsh 30,000 (US$20).

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Our amazing 10-day Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary

Well, after some lack of inspiration and good travel deals we kind of managed to find one – so we knew country number 73 would be Tanzania. We came up with a nice combination of adventure and safari on the mainland and beach hopping and snorkeling on the island. And that doesn’t even begin to describe our fully-packed Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary!

In this article, you will find all the tips and tricks to plan your amazing trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar, including when to go, where to go, how to travel, where to stay, things to do, and other practicalities. The second part of the post is our detailed 10-day itinerary in Tanzania and Zanzibar. Let’s go!

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Only one world Incredible. Zanzibar is a most beautiful island i ever had been.. The simplistic beauty attract me.. Hope I come again with my family once…

Climbing Kilimanjaro: All Your Questions Answered

[…] yes, yes! Tanzania is an amazing country with so much to offer. A Tanzanian safari and visiting Zanzibar island are amazing adventures to add on to your […]

Hi, it looks amazing! How much did you budget for this itinerary?

Bistra Yakimova

Hey, thank you for the question! We don’t have the overall budget for this itinerary, but here are some budget notes that might help you plan your trip to Tanzania. – 3-day safari (including accommodation for 2 nights, food, entrance fees, activities) – 890 USD pp – Accommodation – 25 – 40 USD per double room per night – Flight Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar – 41 USD pp – Rental car Zanzibar – 35 USD per day – Safari Blue tour – approx. 50 USD pp – Eating out really varied but starting from 3 USD to 20 USD pp per meal

Bea Adventurous

This is amazing!

We have returned home recently from our trip and we loved it so much!

Your photos (The B&W one, wow!) really show this amazing country so well, and thank you so much for your insight and tips. We’re so excited to go back again soon!

Hi Bea! Thank you for the nice words! Tanzania is so special that one does not even need a good camera to capture its magic!

Adrina Matt

Beautiful post with great photos..

Which flight do you use from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar? Also the hotel names will be very helpful….

Thank you xo xo

Hi Adrina! We found the best deals on the internal flights with PrecisionAir for our dates. All the hotel names are well-mentioned in the article. Have fun!

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Quand partir en Tanzanie ?

Découvrez la meilleure période pour partir en tanzanie.

• Saison sèche
• Fréquentation élevée
• Activités en plein air
• Plage & sports nautiques
• Faune & flore

Partir en Juin en Tanzanie

La saison sèche est la période la plus propice pour l'observation des animaux qui se regroupent près des points d'eau. Juin est la période idéale pour visiter le cratère du Ngorongoro qui est couvert d’herbes et de fleurs après la saison des pluies

Régions recommandées en Tanzanie en Juin ?

Envie de partir en Tanzanie ?

Découvrez notre sélection de lieux et d'expériences en tanzanie, que voir et que faire en tanzanie .

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La destination

Le Nord de la Tanzanie est une véritable Arche de Noé, regroupant une diversité incroyable d’espèces animales et végétales. On y dénombre en outre plus de 500 espèces d’oiseaux différentes.

Le Serengeti tire son nom de ses vastes plaines herbeuses (en langue Masai, Siringit veut dire « plaine sans fin »). Ces paysages de savane ont l'avantage de favoriser l'observation, et la concentration d'animaux et de prédateurs promettent des scènes extraordinaires.

Vous vivez en lodge, au coeur de cette nature préservée aux panoramas à couper le souffle. Les couchers de soleil sur la savane sont tout simplement inoubliables !

Les voyages en cours de vente

Safari en tanzanie, farniente à zanzibar.

Venez admirer la nature sauvage sur terre et sous la mer

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À ramener dans sa valise

C’est l’heure de penser aux souvenirs ! Et en Tanzanie vous aurez l’embarra du choix entre batiks, sculptures sur bois d’ébène et bijoux en perles. Craquez pour les pierres précieuses et semi-précieuses qui constituent aussi un souvenir incontournable à ramener de votre voyage. Sans oublier les instruments de musique tanzaniens ainsi que des pipes traditionnelles. Avis aux amatrices de café, saviez-vous que le café de Tanzanie est absolument succulent ? Cultivé dans les grandes plantations du Nord, il éveillera vos papilles. 

La cuisine locale

Le plat le plus populaire en Tanzanie est l'Ugali, un plat sous forme de la polenta à base de la farine de maïs, du manioc ou du millet.

Le riz pilau, un riz qui peut être accompagné avec de la viande, des légumes et des poissons qui sont beaucoup plus consommés dans la région du grand lac et sur le littoral.

Les Samoussas sont des beignets triangulaires d’origine de l’Inde et du Pakistan et très appréciés en Tanzanie.

Mkate wa Kumi mina, du pain au riz Pilaf, riz revenu dans l’huile épicée. 

Le Kachumbariune, salade à base des oignons, épices finement de coupé souvent consommé en Afrique de l’Est plus particulièrement en Tanzanie, au Malawi et au Kenya. 

La soupe aux haricots et à la noix de coco, est un plat composé d’haricots rouges, de curry, du riz, de poivre vert, de lait de coco et de la noix de coco râpée, de l’oignon, des tomates et du beurre. 

La banane représente une grosse part de la production agricole de la Tanzanie et par conséquent, on la retrouve dans de nombreux plats. La banane du Kilimandjaro est reconnue pour sa qualité. On peut la déguster sous des formes multiples, que ce soit en plat principal, en sauce, en dessert ou encore dans la bière.

Les coutumes

Faites attention à votre garde-robe : les Africains de l'est du continent ont souvent du mal à comprendre pourquoi des Occidentaux s'habillent de manière aussi négligée. Les shorts ne sont pas très bien vus, et tout ce qui dépasse un peu trop risque d'être pris comme un affront, notamment sur la côte, de tradition musulmane.

Question plus épineuse : l’homosexualité. Les couples gays auront bien du mal à dormir dans le même lit et se verront imposer à coup sûr une chambre twin, à deux lits. D’une manière générale, l’homosexualité est fort mal vue en Tanzanie, voire parfois réprimée. La discrétion est donc recommandée.

Si, en ville, l'influence anglaise perdure, à la campagne, dans l'intérieur des foyers, les traditions africaines prévalent largement. Reléguée à une position subalterne, la femme ne possède quasiment aucun pouvoir de décision. Elle ne peut pas, par exemple, posséder de terres (même si la loi dit en principe le contraire). C'est pourtant elle qui effectue la plupart des travaux agricoles. Elle est aussi responsable des enfants et des corvées. Et si elle veut le divorce, c'est quasi impossible.

Les petits plus à savoir

La plupart des établissements acceptent les dollars américains et parfois la carte de crédit. Sur chaque opération par carte bancaire, des frais de 5% seront appliqués. Il vous sera difficile de retirer de l’argent après votre départ en safari ou sur la plage : nous vous conseillons donc de partir avec des dollars et de demander votre monnaie en Shilling par exemple (de toute façon, les dollars ne sont jamais perdus. Les shillings tanzaniens ne pourront par contre pas être changés au retour en France)

La Tanzanie n’a pas de problèmes particuliers d’insécurité. En revanche, il est déconseillé de se rendre près des frontières avec le Rwanda, Burundi, et la République Démocratique du Congo. 

Pour toutes informations concernant la sécurité et la situation du pays, nous vous conseillons de consulter le site du gouvernement : https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/tanzanie/#  

NOS CONSEILS 

Les attaques pour vol contre des passants, et en particulier des étrangers, sont de plus en plus fréquentes, y compris dans les quartiers résidentiels et touristiques. D’une façon générale, il est recommandé de : 

Ne pas porter de manière ostentatoire argent et objets de valeur ;

Eviter de prendre des taxis non-officiels surtout s’ils sont "bon marché" ;

Eviter de circuler à pied la nuit dans les villes et en particulier à Zanzibar et Arusha ;

Circuler en voiture avec les portières et vitres fermées ;

Eviter de conduire de nuit entre les villes principales ;

Ne jamais laisser ses effets personnels sans surveillance sur la plage. 

PORTAIL ARIANE 

Se signaler aux autorités françaises en prévision de cas d’urgence Le portail Ariane vous permet, lorsque vous effectuez un voyage à l’étranger, de vous signaler gratuitement et facilement auprès du ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères. 

Une fois vos données saisies sur Ariane :

vous recevrez des recommandations de sécurité par courriels si la situation dans le pays le justifie

vous serez contacté en cas de crise dans votre pays de destination la personne contact que vous aurez désignée pourra également être prévenue en cas de besoin

Rendez-vous sur https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/ariane 

ASSURANCE 

Aucune assurance voyage complémentaire n’est incluse dans votre inscription (sauf souscription au moment de la réservation du voyage).

Nous vous rappelons qu’il est indispensable que vous ayez au minimum une garantie «soins médicaux à l’étranger» et une garantie «rapatriement» incluant les «frais de recherches et de secours». Quelle que soit votre assurance, n’oubliez pas de prendre avec vous pendant votre voyage à l’étranger les informations nécessaires : nom et coordonnées (téléphone, courriel) de votre compagnie d’assistance et numéro du contrat souscrit. 

  PASSEPORT ET VISA 

L'obtention d'un visa est obligatoire pour un séjour en Tanzanie. Celui-ci est également valable pour Zanzibar et coûte 50€.

A fournir :

-Le formulaire, téléchargeable sur le site Internet de l’ambassade de Tanzanie à Paris ( http://tanzaniaembassy.fr/embassy/consular-services/info-on-visas/pour-obtenir-un-visa) ou disponible sur place (comptez 3 jours ouvrables)

-Un passeport en cours de validité (au moins 6 mois après la date du retour)

-Une photo d’identité

-Une photocopie du titre de voyage A/R ou une attestation fournie par l’agence de voyages.

Il est également possible de se le faire délivrer par correspondance en joignant une enveloppe timbrée et recommandée pour le renvoi du passeport.

Mieux vaut l’obtenir à l’avance (indispensable pour un visa à entrées multiples), même s’il est actuellement délivré à l’arrivée dans les aéroports de Dar es Salam et de Kilimandjaro et à la plupart des postes-frontière (50 $US, à payer en espèces et en dollars US, avec une seule entrée

SANTE 

Vaccin obligatoire : fièvre jaune (n'oubliez pas d'emporter le certificat international de vaccination car il vous sera demandé à la douane)

Vaccins conseillés : typhoïde, hépatite A et B, DTP, méningites A et C, rage 

Traitement antipaludique indispensable

Sur les sites suivants, vous trouverez des conseils à suivre avant votre départ :

- OMS : http://www.who.int/fr/

- Institut de veille sanitaire : www.invs. sante.fr 

- Institut Pasteur : http://www.pas- teur.fr/ip/easysite/pasteur/fr/sante/ centre-medical/vaccinations-internatio- nales-medecine-des-voyages 

Pour toutes interrogations, contactez votre médecin traitant pour faire un point sur les préconisations selon la destination. 

Exemple de programme du séjour "Grande migration en Tanzanie, farniente à Zanzibar"

Jour 1- Samedi 15 Septembre : Arrivée à l'aéroport International du Kilimanjaro

Un membre de l'équipe de notre partenaire local vient vous accueillir à l’aéroport et vous accompagne à votre lodge.

Votre chambre est disponible à partir de 15h. 

Temps de transfert : environ 2 heures

Hébergement : Planet Lodge *** (norme locale) http://planet-lodges.com/arusha_planet_lodge/

Repas inclus : Dîner (servi jusqu'à 20h30 maximum) 

Jour 2 - Dimanche 16 Septembre : Parc national de Serengeti pour la Grande migration !

En route ce matin pour découvrir Serengeti, lieu de vie des plus grands animaux de la savane.

Vous prenez un  vol intérieur vers   les vastes plaines du nord  du parc de Serengeti. A votre arrivée, votre guide vous attendra avec le 4X4 pour commencer votre safari !

Fort de son expérience, il vous conduit à un point de traversée, d'où vous devriez avoir la chance d’observer ce  spectacle incroyable qu’est la Grande Migration. 

Chaque année, presque réglés comme une horloge, les  animaux se regroupent au bord de la rivière Mara , frontière entre la Tanzanie et le Kenya, pour passer de Serengeti à Masaai Mara. 

Vous découvrez votre lodge au coucher du soleil, pour un dîner au feu de camp. 

Temps transfert : 2h de vol

Hébergement : Gnu Camp **** (norme locale) http://www.gnucamp.com/

Repas : petit déjeuner, déjeuner pique nique, dîner 

Jour 3 - Lundi 17 Septembre : Parc national de Serengeti - Grande migration

Une nouvelle journée sera dédiée à la  recherche de la grande migration  et de points de traversée. 

Le spectacle est époustoufflant ! Gnous, zèbres et autres gazelles se bousculent sous vos yeux ébahis !

Retour au lodge en fin de journée, pour le dîner et la nuit.

Repas : petit déjeuner, déjeuner pique nique, dîner

Jour 4 - Mardi 18 Septembre : Parc national de Serengeti - Seronera

Se réveiller au cœur du Serengeti est une  expérience unique.  Les sons, les odeurs, les images de l’Afrique s’y mêlent et vous procureront des sensations inconnues.

Direction Seronera ce matin, le  territoire des fauves.  De belles rencontres vous attendent encore ici et vous profiterez d’une nouvelle journée en safari dans le parc.

Hébergement : Mawe Tented Camp **** (norme locale) http://www.serengeticamps.com/

Repas : petit déjeuner, déjeuner pique nique, dîner

Jour 5 - Mercredi 19 Septembre : Aire de conservation du Ngorongoro

Après le petit-déjeuner, vous prenez la route pour rejoindre l’ aire de conservation du Ngorongoro.

En arrivant sur le site, vous surplombez la caldeira et longez les crêtes du cratère pour découvrir des paysages inoubliables.

Vous y croisez sûrement les  derniers rhinocéros noirs tachetés  qui y ont trouvé refuge, tous les animaux qui composent  le fameux « Big 5 »  (lions, léopards, éléphants, rhinocéros et buffles) et tant d’autres, qui vivent ici paisiblement entre deux attaques de prédateurs !

En fin de journée, vous reprenez la route pour rejoindre votre lodge. 

Temps de transfert : 3h environ

Hébergement : Endoro Lodge (http://endorolodge.com/)

Jour 6 - Jeudi 20 Septembre : Parc national du Lac Manyara

Petit-déjeuner matinal au lodge avant de rejoindre le parc national qui borde le Lac Manyara et son environnement si particulier.

Le lac Manyara est un  paradis pour les oiseaux  et l’on peut y observer plus de 150 espèces différentes. Ce parc est aussi très connu pour y  abriter des lions qui grimpent aux arbres  et vous y croiserez autant de singes que de gros mammifères.

Vous profiterez d’un  safari à pied  dans la journée. Accompagnées par  un ranger,  il vous fera découvrir, pendant une ballade d’1h30 environ, un  autre versant de la savane.

Vous rejoindrez Arusha en fin de journée pour le dîner et la nuit.

C'est le moment de dire au revoir à votre guide!

Transfert : 2h environ 

Jour 7 - Vendredi 21 Septembre : Arusha – Zanzibar

En début d'après-midi, vous vous envolez pour Zanzibar. L’île aux épices vous attend pour vous  reposer après votre échappée sauvage  sur le continent !

Transfert : 1h30 de vol + 1h30 environ de transfert jusqu'au lodge (décollage à 14h)

Hébergement : Zanbluu Beach Hotel **** (norme locale) http://www.zanbluu.com

Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner pique-nique, dîner

Jour 8 - Samedi 22 Septembre : Zanzibar

Vous  profitez de l’île et de ses plages envoûtantes .

Une excursion à la découverte de l’ atoll de Mnemba  est prévue ce jour : la sortie dure une demi-journée et vous en profiterez pour faire du  snorkelling  dans une zone protégée magnifique. Une  dégustation de fruits frais  et de boissons fraîches est prévue sur le bateau.

Le reste de votre journée est libre.

Hébergement : Zanbluu Beach Hotel **** (norme locale) en chambre deluxe vue mer

Repas : petit-déjeuner, dîner

Jour 9 - Dimanche 23 Septembre : Zanzibar

Profitez librement de votre dernière journée sur l'île de Zanzibar,

De nombreuses activités, en libre accès ou en option, sont disponibles sur place : piscine, snorkeling, plongée, visite de la forêt de Jozani ou de la capitale, Stone Town, classée au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco.

Nous vous laissons ici le champ libre pour profiter à votre manière et entre copines !

Jour 10 - Lundi 24 Septembre : Départ

Au revoir petit paradis ... 

Profitez de votre dernière journée au soleil.

Chambres disponibles jusqu'à 11h.

Possibilité de late check-out avec supplément, ou de simplement laisser vos affaires à la réception pour profiter du reste de la journée.

Selon votre heure de départ, vous serez accompagnées à l’ aéroport de Zanzibar  pour prendre votre vol retour.

Repas : petit-déjeuner 

Temps de transfert : environ 1h30 

N.B: Les noms des hôtels sont donnés à titre indicatifs, et sont susceptibles d'être remplacés par des hôtels de même niveau de gamme et de confort que ceux proposés initialement. La confirmation des hôtels vous sera donnée environ 30 à 20 jours avant votre départ, sur votre document de voyage. Les classifications en nombre d'étoiles des hébergements sont indiquées en normes locales, qui peuvent diverger des normes françaises.

N.B.2: Les activités peuvent être reprogrammées selon les contraintes rencontrées sur place par le guide (météo, temps de parcours). Toutes les activités seront cependant maintenues, ou bien des alternatives seront proposées.

N.B.3: A l'arrivée et au départs, des transferts privés seront organisés. Merci de noter qu'un seul départ sera effectué toutes les 2 heures. Un peu d'attente peut être à prévoir.  

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10-day Tanzania Zanzibar trip – Itinerary and organization

Organizing a safari in Tanzania is not easy, especially when you want to end it with a stay on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. This is what I noticed when I organized my own trip which combined the parks in Tanzania and a seaside stay in Zanzibar.

Here are the questions I asked myself and which I will try to answer in this article:

• When is the best time for a Safari in Tanzania and for a stay in Zanzibar?
• What price for a Tanzania Zanzibar tour?
• Can you organize a safari in Tanzania yourself?
• How to find a driver guide for a safari in Tanzania?
• Where to do Safaris? Which parks are best to visit in Tanzania?
• What itinerary for a 10-day Tanzania Zanzibar trip?
• How to get from Tanzania to Zanzibar and which hotel to choose?

Safari in Tanzania – When is the best time?

Before embarking on the organization of your safari in Tanzania, you must choose the date of your trip. Indeed, the parks where the majority of safaris in Tanzania take place are located at an altitude of more than 1500 meters where the climate is not the same as in Zanzibar.

The period to avoid for a trip to Tanzania is the rainy season (from the beginning of November to the end of December). And, the best time to go on safari in Tanzania is the dry season which runs from the end of April to the end of October.

Personally, I had chosen these dates for the safari part of my Tanzania Zanzibar trip: From October 22 to 26. And I can tell you that the weather was perfect: No rain and beautiful sunshine every day, temperatures of 22-24°C in the morning and 28-29°C in the afternoon.

Stay in Zanzibar – When is the best time?

When choosing the dates of a trip to Tanzania Zanzibar also requires finding out about the best time to enjoy Zanzibar.

Well, know that all periods are good to enjoy the island of Zanzibar except for the months of March, April and May. Indeed, this period of 3 months corresponds to the wet season where the rains can spoil your stay.

For my part, my stay in Zanzibar took place following my safari on the following dates: From October 27 to 31, 2022. And here too I can tell you that the period was perfect: Radiant sunshine and temperatures around 30° C but with a little wind which made it easier to withstand the heat.

What price for a 10-day Tanzania Zanzibar tour?

This is the question that everyone asks when planning their trip. But the prices are very variable and differ according to the dates of travel, the airport of departure, the program and the services.

Generally, on catalogs or on the Internet, you will see combined trips Tanzania Zanzibar of about ten days from 3000 Euros . Except that these prices displayed by travel agencies are not at all consistent.

Indeed, when you ask for a quote for the same program as that of the catalog, the price of the trip no longer comes out at all around 3000 Euros but is closer to 5000 Euros! We explain that it is in relation to dates, flights, hotel availability, etc.

In short, starting with an agency, a Tanzania Zanzibar trip of 10 to 12 days costs at least between 4000 and 5000 Euros. And for a high-end trip, it takes more than 6000 Euros.

Considering the high prices of this type of trip combining Safari in Tanzania and stay in Zanzibar, I thought it was better to organize it yourself.

How to organize yourself a safari in Tanzania?

First of all, I learned that it is strongly discouraged to rent a car to make your own circuit through the national parks. Indeed, the risk is not knowing how to drive on kilometers of tracks, getting stuck, breaking down or getting lost, but also not knowing where to find the animals.

My idea was to organize my trip to Tanzania Zanzibar as follows:

• Reservation of plane tickets by myself;
• Take a local agency to do safaris in Tanzania (see details below);
• Organize my stay in Zanzibar myself by booking my hotel(s) with Booking.com.

Which agency for a safari in Tanzania?

First, I thought of contacting a local agency via Snooze for the Safari part in Tanzania. But the quotation received for 4 days of game drives + domestic flight to Zanzibar was 2 USD per person. Which was too expensive because you still had to add the price of the international flight and the price of the hotel stay in Zanzibar. So, it was almost better to go through a classic travel agency.

Then I thought about the platform Civitatis which also offers a 6-day tour in Tanzania with safaris. But it is not a local agency and there was no possibility of having a French-speaking driver guide. All driver guides offered speak English (click below for more information).

I also contacted Tanzania Specialist.com but I learned that in fact it is a travel agency from the Netherlands which has its own office in Tanzania. As a result, the money they earn with tourists does not go directly to the local economy. However, I wanted to favor a local agency so that my trip would directly benefit the country and especially the Tanzanians!

So I chose a Tanzanian private driver guide who is self-employed and who organized the safari part of my Tanzania Zanzibar trip for us (see below).

Choosing a driver guide for Tanzania

Here is the private driver guide I chose for the safari part in Tanzania: Raymond MASHINA (African Green Pigeon Safari): [email protected]

He knew how to make us discover his magnificent country, the Maasai culture and many wild animals in the national parks. Punctual, serious, discreet but also very professional, he offered us interesting visits, lodges full of charm and concocted a very successful circuit for us!

Raymond MASHINA has set up his own agency with his wife near the city of Arusha and offers à la carte tours adapted to your desires. See his Facebook .

Program of my Tanzania and Zanzibar tour

Here is the program for my 10-day Tanzania and Zanzibar trip:

• Day 1: Flight Toulouse – Kilimanjaro + hotel transfer
• Day 2: Taranguire Safari
• Day 3: Manaya Lake Safari
• Day 4: Safari to the Ngorongoro crater + Olduvai region + visit to a Maasai village
• Day 5: Flight to Zanzibar + hotel transfer
• Days 6-7-8: Zanzibar seaside stay (2 nights Karafuu hotel on the East coast + 2 nights The Residence hotel on the South West coast)
• Day 9: Return flight to Toulouse (arrival on Day 10)

What itinerary for 10 days in Tanzania and Zanzibar?

The itinerary for our 10-day Tanzania and Zanzibar trip was as follows:

• Departure from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha 50 km away (1h15 drive)
• From Arusha road to Tarangire Park 150 km (4h drive)
• From Tarangire road to Lake Manyara 60 km (1 hour drive)
• From Lake Manyara journey to the Ngorongoro Crater 50 km (1h30 by road and tracks)
• From the Ngorongoro Crater to the Olduvai region (Massai villages) 45 km (2 hours of tracks)
• Olduvai road to Arusha airport 210 km (6 hours of road and tracks)
• From Arusha airport flight to Zanzibar (1 hour flight)

4 days in Tanzania to do 3 safaris

Like Kenya, Tanzania is home to a savanna renowned for the great diversity of its fauna. Wild animals are now protected because the areas where they live in freedom have been declared as National Parks . Their entrance is paying and strictly regulated. This makes it possible to preserve the tranquility of the animals but above all to avoid the phenomenon of poaching.

Among the many national parks that cover almost 40% of Tanzanian territory, the 3 most beautiful to go on a Safari in Tanzania are:

• Tarangire National Park
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Serengeti National Park

The majority of agencies offer for the safari part to devote a minimum of 3 days to it. But if you want to visit Serengeti Park, you will need to count an extra day. So, I recommend that you schedule 4 days of safaris with the 3 most beautiful parks in Tanzania: Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti.

For my part, I did only 3 days of safaris visiting Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro. You will see below that Lake Manyara is not a must and that knowing it in advance, I would not have planned it.

Here is the Google map route for our 3-day tour:

Tarangire National Park Safari

It is in this park very close to Arusha that we did our first safari in Tanzania. It is small (only 3000 km2) but it is magnificent!

Indeed, it is crossed by the Tarangire River where many herds of elephants are concentrated. It is also in this park that we find the most baobabs per km2 in the world. Elephants particularly appreciate them because they break the bark of these huge old trees to quench their thirst.

Many other animals inhabit this wild territory in total harmony: Zebras, lions, giraffes, leopards, antelopes, buffaloes, knous, warthogs, monkeys...

Ngorongoro Safari

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater is also one of the 7 wonders of Africa!

The Ngorongoro crater is in fact a caldera 20 km in internal diameter whose ramparts all around measure 600 meters in height. This splendid natural site is home to the largest concentration of wild animals per square kilometer in Africa. The diversity of animals is also important. It is one of the parks where you can see the famous Big Five (elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo).

At the bottom of the crater, all around Lake Magadi, animals are numerous. You will see flamingos, hippos, buffaloes, many zebras, gazelles and even ostriches!

And at the bend of a track, looking up, we could observe a lioness comfortably installed in a tree:

Even outside the crater, the Ngorongoro conservation area is home to animals that we meet along the tracks or cross in front of us...

Serengeti Safari

I'm not going to lie to you: I didn't go all the way to Serengeti National Park. Indeed, we had planned to do Lake Manyara. But it was a big disappointment (see below).

On the other hand, our guide told us that the Serengeti park was the most beautiful in Tanzania and the best for safari! Over almost 25 km000, the Serengeti is a magnificent territory where you can observe the big five and many other species of animals and birds in sumptuous landscapes.

Lake Manyara Safari

Lake Manyara which is also a national park of Tanzania is located in the Rift Valley. I was told that there will be a great diversity of animals and landscapes. On the internet, you are told that you can see elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, impalas, hippopotamuses and many aquatic birds there. But I must tell you that in reality, we see very little!

The only highlight of our Lake Manyara safari was the encounter with hundreds of baboons:

How to visit a Maasai village in Tanzania?

Meeting the Maasai people, discovering their culture and traditions will remain the best memory of my trip to Tanzania. It is quite easy to find a small village that welcomes tourists because there are many Maasai people in Tanzania. In addition, many villages are located close to national parks.

Our driver guide took us to a village near our Olduvai Camp hotel. It was a village of 200 people whose chief spoke excellent English. It was he who accompanied us throughout our visit. With my husband, we were the only 2 tourists (too good)!!!

First of all, you will not be surprised to learn that you will have to pay 50 USD (for 2) to enjoy this total immersion among the Maasais. The village chief explains the program to you and asks you if it suits you.

Then you see a group of men and women dressed in traditional costume appearing in the distance, walking towards us and singing. They form an arc and sing us a welcome song in their dialect. Then the men start jumping very high and invite us to jump with them.

Then men and women begin a long dance accompanied by traditional songs and again they invite us to dance with them. It was magical and very moving. See my videos on Instagram !

After these songs and these dances, the chief of the village makes us visit a hut while giving us information on their way of life and their traditions. He invites us to ask questions and can then dialogue with him.

The visit finally ends with the school where the children welcome us with a big smile and a beautiful song.

And to finish, as the Maasai women make jewelry in small colored beads, we inevitably end with the craft stand.

How to get from Tanzania to Zanzibar?

To get from Tanzania to Zanzibar, you will need to take a domestic flight. There is the possibility of going there by ferry but it is longer and more complicated when you make a trip of ten days.

Flights to Zanzibar are offered by several Tanzanian airlines. The 2 main ones are Flightlink Tanzania et Zanair which operate flights departing from:

• Dar Es Salaam
• Pemba Island

But, generally, tourists who have gone on a safari go to Arusha airport (Abeid Amani Karume International Airport) to take their flight to Zanzibar. Rotations are provided by Flightlink Tanzania.

Transfer from Zanzibar airport to your hotel

Here are the contact details of a local agency that provides airport-hotel transfers but also inter-hotel transfers or other journeys: ESCAPADE ZANZIBAR LTD – Tel: 00 255 77 32 36 80 7

4 days in Zanzibar to end our trip

Choosing your hotel in Zanzibar is not easy because you have to know where the most beautiful beaches are and which coast to choose. For this, I had inquired in advance (see my article: Where to go in Zanzibar ).

Thus, I had the chance to stay:

• 2 nights on the East Coast in a hotel with excellent value for money: Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa .
• 2 nights on the South West coast in a very luxurious 5 star hotel  The Residence where we ended our trip in the most beautiful way!

To realize these 2 hotels, on my article Where to go in Zanzibar you will see photos and videos.

What formalities for a trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar?

If you decide to travel to Tanzania and/or Zanzibar, you will need a passport which must be valid for at least 6 months after the planned return date. And the passport must also have at least 2 whole blank pages facing each other.

Be careful because now, in France, the deadlines for renewing or obtaining a passport are very long. See the following article: How long does it take to receive your new passport?

Finally, to enter the territory, you will need a visa ($50). Although it is possible to do it at the airport when you arrive, to save time, I recommend that you apply online.

Here is the official website to apply for your visa: https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa – Also note that it is forbidden to bring plastic bags in your luggage.

Which vaccines for Tanzania?

I'm not going to share with you the entry arrangements regarding COVID as they may change. So, it is better to consult them on the official website: tz.ambafrance.org

On the other hand, if you are wondering about the yellow fever vaccine for Tanzania, I was able to check on the WHO website and there was no focus of infection. So I did not find it useful to make the vaccine. Our guide confirmed that it was not necessary at all.

Malaria treatment to go to Tanzania?

Contrary to what I have read in particular on the sites France Diplomacy ou Pasteur.fr , malaria is no longer very present in Tanzania. Indeed, our guide explained to us that since 2015, the Tanzanian government has set up a national program to fight against malaria with, for example, an intense and regular mosquito control campaign in Tanzania and Zanzibar.

As the WHO website "The infection rate in the southern region of the country (the most infected) fell from 25% to 4,9% between April 2015 and June 2018".

The treatment against malaria is in fact not obligatory. Personally, I had planned it but did not take it.

Safari Tanzania – What are the Big Five?

The term Big five comes from Ernest Hemingway who defined them in his work  The Green Hills of Africa . These were 5 animals defined as large not by their size but by their value to hunters. The big 5 are elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo . For some, the quest for the big five represents the success of a safari.

For my part, they have no importance. Indeed, I think we need to know how to appreciate what nature offers us and not always look for more. As for hunting, I prefer not to talk about it otherwise I'll vomit!

Are you looking for an intense change of scenery, distant cultures and the wonders of nature, then schedule a Jordan tour , riding a Colombia or the family Panama !

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8 thoughts on “Tanzania Zanzibar 10-day trip – Itinerary and organization”

I found your blog really good! So I decided to use Raymond's service to organize our Safari! It was a dream week that Raymond made us spend! A top guide! I recommend it to everyone ! Listening, caring, professional, funny! Thank you for traveling Raymond and thank you for your blog because without you I would not have found it!

We are returning from a safari accompanied by Raymond (African green pigeon safari). I recommend it 100%. We had a simply magical, wonderful stay, which lived up to all our expectations. We have all the animals we wanted, the accommodation, the food, everything was perfect. Raymond was attentive, attentive, he taught us lots of things about culture. Don’t hesitate to check out the photos, publications, etc. on Instagram (@african_green_pigeon_safari)! We were 5 friends and lived our dream trip, filled with emotions.

Thank you Caroline for this feedback. It’s true that Raymond is very professional and listens to his customers. For us too, he had largely contributed to the success of our trip.

Hi, I contacted the local Raymond agency that you recommend but I am very surprised at the prices…. Do you have any idea what you paid? We want to go around the same time this year.

Hello, I can't give you the price because it all depends on your circuit, hotels, etc. However, I can say that it was quite expensive but cheaper than with a French travel agency. To compare, you have the 6 days of safari with CIVITATI S which cost €3200 for 2 people or €6 for 284 people. Indeed, the platform displays the price for 4 person only.

Hello again, I could not resist browsing your blog, congratulations again for your many details Tanzania ….another of my projects, I would also like to discuss with you

Hello again, If you have any questions, feel free to ask them by commenting. Bonne journée.

Beautiful post with nice photos + video… Thank you for sharing

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Voici l'itinéraire de mon voyage de 3 semaines en Tanzanie. Les parcs nationaux de Tanzanie et les plages de Zanzibar offrent une combinaison parfaite d'aventure sauvage et de détente tropicale. J'ai passé les premiers jours à m'émerveiller devant la faune sauvage lors de safaris inoubliables, puis je suis partie me détendre sur les plages idylliques de Zanzibar et sa culture fascinante. Un circuit de rêve pour les amateurs de nature, d'aventure et de culture, offrant une expérience inoubliable en Afrique de l'Est. Nous avons passé 10 jours en 4X4 à faire plusieurs safaris et promenades dans les parcs et villages Maasaï du nord, puis nous avons terminé par 10 jours à Zanzibar.

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Ce voyage de trois semaines en Tanzanie nous a menés dans la savane des grands parcs du nord à la rencontre du peuple Massaï et des safaris à la recherche du "Big Five" mais aussi sur les plages féériques de l'île de Zanzibar .

Entourés par des lions, éléphants, buffles, léopards, rhinos, hippos, zèbres, girafes et impalas, à l'ombre des acacias, nous avons vécu un rêve éveillé, guidés par l'agence francophone Serengeti Big Cats , spécialiste de la Tanzanie.

Après 10 jours en 4X4 , ponctués de safaris, de nuits dans des lodges somptueuses et de promenades dans les villages Massaï, nous avons pris un vol pour aller passer 12 jours à Zanzibar , le paradis des plages de sable blanc. Ce voyage m'a offert un périple contrasté au cœur des paysages somptueux d'Afrique de l'Est, dans les montagnes de haute altitude et dans les profondeurs de la barrière de corail.

Cartes de l'itinéraire Tanzanie & Zanzibar

1. carte de l'itinéraire global.

Ci-dessous la carte de notre itinéraire de trois semaines en Tanzanie.

Il vous permet de localiser les étapes de la première partie ( 10 jours de safari dans les parcs du Nord ) et de la seconde partie ( 12 jours à Zanzibar ).

2. Carte de l'itinéraire au nord de la Tanzanie

Voici la carte de l'itinéraire de la première partie du voyage, au nord de la Tanzanie, au départ d'Arusha à la découverte des safaris dans les grands parcs du nord.

➜ Circuit réalisé par l'agence francophone Serengeti Big Cats ,

2. Carte de l'itinéraire à Zanzibar

La carte ci-dessous détaille notre itinéraire de 12 jours à Zanzibar. Nous avons passé trois nuits à Stone Town avant de partir pour un tour de l'île du nord au sud, consacrant 2 à 3 nuitées par étape (Nungwi, Matemwe, Kiwenga et Jambiani/Paje). Nous avons réalisé à Zanzibar deux sorties en mer pour du snorkeling dans les eaux turquoise. Nous avons rejoint Zanzibar en une heure de vol depuis Arusha.

Étapes de l'itinéraire Tanzanie & Zanzibar

Ci-dessous le détail de chaque étape de cet itinéraire de trois semaines entre les safaris du nord et l'île de Zanzibar. Un article de blog est dédié à chaque étape.

Partie 1 : Safaris au nord de la Tanzanie

Engare Nanyuki

Parc Tarangire

Parc Manyara

Parc Serengeti

Cratère du Ngorongo

Partie 2 : Zanzibar

Arusha a été notre point de départ pour les safaris dans les parcs du Nord en Tanzanie. Arusha est une ville d'altitude perchée à 1400 mètres qui possède un environnement spectaculaire, au pied du mont Meru et du Kilimandjaro qui dominent la ville. Nous sommes partis, avec une jeune guide locale, arpenter les environs en dala dala ou en moto taxi. Nous avons découvert un grand marché, des rues pleines de vie et une cascade verdoyante après une petite randonnée dans la jungle.

➜ Notre logement : Dan Stam Hôtel

➜ Nous y avons passé : 2 nuits

➜ Notre trajet : 50 km de l'aéroport Kilimandjaro à Arusha, 1h15 en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Arusha en Tanzanie

2. Engare Nanyuki

Nous avons quitté Arusha pour nous rendre en terre Massaï dans un lodge qui appartient au projet caritatif Africa Amini Life. À Engare Nanyuki, entre les montagnes du Kilimandjaro et le mont Meru, nous découvrons un havre de paix reculé dans la brousse tanzanienne face à des horizons époustouflants de beauté. Le lodge est un hébergement haut de gamme qui fait vivre toute une communauté. Et depuis notre maison construite selon les traditions Massaï, on se sent les rois du Monde, face à la savane à perte de vue.

➜ Notre logement : Original Maasaï Lodge

➜ Nous y avons passé :1 nuit

➜ Notre trajet : 70 km de Arusha à Engare Nanyuki, 2h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Le Original Maasaï Lodge en Tanzanie

3. Parc de Tarangire

Nous avons fait notre premier safari dans le Tarangire, une réserve protégée qui abrite une très forte concentration d'animaux, majoritairement des éléphants, des gnous, des zèbres et des impalas mais aussi des centaines d'oiseaux multicolores. Une première rencontre magique avec la faune sauvage ! Notre lodge tente ultra spacieuse et confortable nous a offert une vue imprenable sur le lac et les zèbres, impalas et gnous venaient paitre devant notre terrasse. Incroyable !

➜ Notre logement : Maramboi Tented Lodge

➜ Notre trajet : 200 Km de Engare Nanyuki au Parc de Tarangire, 4h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape :: A lire pour découvrir cette étape : Le parc de Tarangire en Tanzanie

4. Parc du Lac Manyara

Notre second safari a eu lieu dans le parc national du lac Manyara, le plus petit des parcs du nord de la Tanzanie. Il se situe au pied des hautes falaises de la vallée du grand rift et le lac Manyara occupe les 2/3 de la superficie du parc. Il est recouvert de forêts tropicales denses, de petites clairières et de marais qui attirent flamants roses et oiseaux. Nous avons découvert une faune spectaculaire, des singes, des lionnes, des zèbres, des éléphants, des girafes, se promènent avec grâce sous nos yeux ébahis.

➜ Notre logement : Gilala Hai 360 Safari Lodge

➜ Notre trajet : 300 Km du Parc de Tarangire au Parc du lac Manyara, 5h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Le parc du lac Manyara en Tanzanie

5. Parc du Serengeti

Nous regagnons ensuite le Parc du Serengeti, le second parc animalier d'Afrique . Ce parc immense qui abrite des plaines qui s'étendent à l'infini est chaque année le théâtre de la grande migration des gnous et des zèbres. Dans cette étendue qui grouille d'animaux sauvages, on observe les Big Five (le lion, le léopard, l'éléphant, le rhinocéros et le buffle africain) mais également de nombreux félins, herbivores et oiseaux. Nous logeons au cœur du parc dans des tentes safaris surveillées par des Massaï. Un spectacle magique !

➜ Notre logement : The Whisper

➜ Notre trajet : 400 Km du Parc du lac Manyara au Parc du Serengeti, 6h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Le parc du Serengeti en Tanzanie

6. Cratère du Ngorongo

Le cratère de Ngorongoro est une caldeira volcanique qui abrite une incroyable concentration d'animaux sauvages et nous faisons encore une fois un parfait "Big Five" (lions, léopards, éléphants, buffles et rhinocéros). Dans cette immense dépression de 20 km de diamètre, on se croit dans un jardin d'Eden. Définitivement, le paradis est en Tanzanie.

➜ Notre trajet : 70 Km du Parc de Serengeti au Parc du Ngorongoro, 2h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Le cratère du Ngorongoro en Tanzanie

7. Mto Wa Mbu

Le village de Mto Wa Mbu se trouve sur la route du retour vers Arusha. C'est une étape qui nous a permis de découvrir la vie rurale locale, les plantations de bananiers, les rizières, les marchés et les terres agricoles du nord de la Tanzanie. Nous avons logé dans un lodge somptueux, au beau milieu de la savane africaine.

➜ Notre logement : Isoitok Camp Manyara

➜ Notre trajet : 75 Km du Parc du Ngorongoro à Mto Wa Mbu, 2h en 4x4

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Mto Wa Mbu en Tanzanie

Fin des safaris : Départ pour Zanzibar

L'Aéroport d'Arusha est à 105 Km de Mto Wa Mbu, soit 1 heure en 4x4

Vol de Arusha à Zanzibar City

Durée : 1 heure

➜ A réserver ici

8. Stone Town à Zanzibar

Arrivés sur l'île de Zanzibar dans l'Océan Indien, nous avons passé trois nuits à Stone Town, la cité ancienne de Zanzibar City à l'histoire tumultueuse. Cette ville commerçante qui date du 18ᵉ siècle possède un charme fou, issu du métissage des influences arabes, indiennes et européennes. Stone Town a une longue histoire qui se traduit dans ses ruelles et leur architecture unique mêlant les styles swahili, arabe et indien. Les locaux nous accueillent à bras ouverts.

➜ Nous y avons passé : 3 nuits

➜ Notre logement : Zanzibar Palace Hôtel

➜ Notre trajet : 7 Km de l'Aéroport de Zanzibar à Stone Town,15 min en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Stone Town à Zanzibar

9. Nungwi à Zanzibar

Nous quittons Stone Town pour rejoindre la plage de Nungwi sur la pointe nord de Zanzibar. On y trouve de magnifiques plages de sable blanc et des eaux turquoise. Tout le long de cette station balnéaire très touristiques, nous découvrons une enfilade de restaurants, de bars et les "massaï de plage" vendent des bracelets traditionnels. C'est la plage la plus touristique de l'île, car elle offre la rare opportunité de se baigner, contrairement à d'autres plages de l'île qui se caractérisent par une faible profondeur d'eau due à la présence de la barrière de corail.

➜ Nous y avons passé :2 nuits

➜ Notre logement : Baobab Sandies Beach Hotel

➜ Notre trajet : 60 km de Stone Town à Nungwi, 1 h 15 en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Nungwi à Zanzibar

10. Kiwengwa beach à Zanzibar

Nous découvrons ensuite Kiwengwa sur la côte nord-est de Zanzibar, une fine plage sauvage de sable immaculé loin des foules de vacanciers de Nungwi. Kiwengwa propose de nombreux complexes hôteliers haut de gamme et notre bungalow possède une petite piscine privée face à la mer. Nous passons d'excellents moments avec le personnel de l'hôtel qui vit ici en famille et qui est particulièrement attachant. Nous passons notre soirée sur la plage, seuls au Monde.

➜ Nous y avons passé : 1 nuit

➜ Notre logement : Marafiki Bungalows

➜ Notre trajet :40 km de Nungwi à Kiwengwa, 50 min en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Kiwengwa à Zanzibar

11. Matemwe et île de Mnemba à Zanzibar

Matemwe possède des étendues de sable blanc comme neige et des eaux émeraude à couper le souffle. Elle semble s'étendre à l'infini et l'on regarde les bateaux traditionnels faire des va-et-vient, un spectacle si beau qu'on se croit au paradis.

Nous voguons jusqu'à l'atoll de Mnemba , une petite île corallienne hallucinante de beauté, avec des fonds marins riches en poissons tropicaux. Et un bungalow sur le sable, avec un kayak à disposition. Un rêve éveillé.

➜ Nous y avons passé : 4 nuits

➜ Notre logement : Sunrise Beach at Bandas

➜ Notre trajet : 15 Km de Kiwengwa à Matemwe, 15 min en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Matemwe à Zanzibar

12. Jambiani à Zanzibar

Jambiani est une petite merveille située au sud-ouest de l'île de Zanzibar, à 6 km au sud de Paje. Ici, la plage de sable blanc est d'une pureté absolue et s'étend sur 4 km. On y observe femmes et enfants attelés à la culture des algues , les hommes qui partent prendre la mer en boutre, et on se promène sur les bancs de sable immaculés, encerclés par des eaux incroyablement turquoise. À marée basse, je pars explorer les récifs coralliens à pied, le ciel sur Terre !

➜ Notre logement : Sharazād Boutique Hotel

➜ Notre trajet : 80 km de Matemwe à Jambiani, 1 h 15 en taxi

➜ Découvrir cette étape : Jambiani à Zanzibar

Moyens de transports en Tanzanie

La Tanzanie et l'île de Zanzibar offrent une variété de moyens de transport pour se déplacer à l'intérieur du pays et explorer les différentes destinations touristiques. Dans toutes les villes de Tanzanie, on se déplace facilement en dala-dala, les bus publics qui ne sont jamais assez remplis. Il y a toujours une place pour celui qui veut y grimper et plus on avance, plus on se serre les uns contre les autres. Et ça ne coute que quelques centimes d'euros. Dans les grandes et moyennes villes, on peut aussi trouver des tuk-tuk facilement. Pour la route des safaris, il est d'usage de louer un 4x4 avec chauffeur-guide !

Voici quelques-uns des principaux moyens de transport en Tanzanie et à Zanzibar :

Emblématiques de la vie quotidienne en Tanzanie, les "dala-dala" sont des minibus bondés et au parcours informel qui quadrillent le pays. Nous l'avons utilisé pour nous déplacer à Arusha ou pour explorer les environs depuis les plages de Zanzibar. C'est un mode de transport très économique (l'équivalent de 50 centimes d'euros pas trajet), les véhicules sont toujours ultra-bondés et le paiement se fait à l'arrache.

Les tuk-tuks qui sont appelés "bajaj" en Tanzanie, sont des véhicules à trois roues qui sont couramment utilisés pour les courts trajets dans les villes et les villages. Ils sont abordables et pratiques pour se déplacer sur de courtes distances.

En Tanzanie, vous pourrez aussi prendre des " motos-taxi ", pratiques pour vous déplacer rapidement sur de courtes distances dans les grandes villes.

Les taxis sont disponibles dans toutes les villes de Tanzanie. À Zanzibar, c'est le mode de transport privilégié par les touristes, car l'île n'est pas grande et on fait généralement des sauts de puce de plage en plage. À Zanzibar, les taxis se commandent à l'hôtel ou en contactant directement un chauffeur qui vous a donné ses coordonnées. Il est important de négocier le prix avant de monter à bord, ou bien de s'assurer que le taxi est officiel et dispose d'un compteur fonctionnel. Le prix du kilomètre au compteur est élevé, ne l'utilisez pas pour les longues distances.

Pour vous donner une idée du prix des trajets, voici ce qu'on a payé (en $ US) :

Aéroport Kilimandjaro - Arusha : 50 km, 1h15 - 30$ Usd

Aéroport Zanzibar - Stone Town : 7km, 15 min - 15$ Usd

Stone Town - Nungwi : 60km, 1h15 - 30$ Usd

Nungwi - Kiwengwa : 40km, 50 min - 25$ Usd

Kiwengwa - Matemwe : 15km, 15 min - 10$ Usd

Matemwe - Jambiani : 80km, 1h30 - 30$ Usd

Jambiani - Aéroport Zanzibar : 60km, 1h15 - 30$ Us

4X4 de safari

Pour explorer les parcs nationaux au cours de Safaris, il vous faudra un 4X4 et un chauffeur guide qui sait où aller pour observer les animaux les plus rares. Les guides sont connectés entre eux par radio et se préviennent quand un animal rare est en vue.

Voiture de location

Louer une voiture peut être une option pour explorer les régions de la Tanzanie en toute autonomie si vous êtes à l'aise avec la conduite à gauche et sur piste. Cependant, il est important de noter que la conduite en Tanzanie peut être chaotique et que les routes peuvent être en mauvais état dans certaines régions, nécessitant une conduite prudente et une connaissance des règles de conduite locales.

À Zanzibar, c'est une bonne option, mais vous devrez parfois vous armer de patience et accepter qu'il est quasiment impossible de stationner à Stone Town.

➜ Comparez les tarifs des locations de véhicules en Tanzanie

Pour plus de confort tout en voyageant en autonomie, vous pouvez partir en autotour. Une agence vous loue un véhicule avec assistance 24/24 sur place, vous remet un itinéraire tracé qui vous guide kilomètre par kilomètre et réserve en avance les lodges, hôtels et éventuelles activités.

➜ Demandez un devis à cette agence experte si vous souhaitez partir en autotour.

Les vols domestiques sont un moyen rapide et pratique de se déplacer entre les principales villes de Tanzanie, notamment pour le vol d'Arusha à Zanzibar

Nos trajets

Les trajets en tanzanie du nord.

Aéroport Kilimandjaro - Arusha : 50 km, 1h15 en taxi (30$ Usd)

Arusha - Africa Amini Life Maasai Lodge : 68 km, 2h en 4x4

Africa Amini Life Maasai Lodge - Parc de Tarangire : 200 km, 4h en 4x4

Parc de Tarangire - Parc du lac Manyara : 300 km, 5h en 4x4

Parc du lac Manyara - Parc du Serengeti : 400km, 6h en 4x4

Parc de Serengeti - Parc du Ngorongoro : 70km, 2h en 4x4

Parc du Ngorongoro - Mto Wa Mbu : 78km, 2h en 4x4

Mto Wa Mbu - Aéroport d'Arusha : 105km, 1h en 4x4

Les trajets à Zanzibar

Aéroport Zanzibar - Stone Town : 7km, 15 min en taxi (15$ Usd)

Stone Town - Nungwi : 60km, 1h15 en taxi (30$ Usd)

Nungwi - Kiwengwa : 40km, 50 min en taxi (25$ Usd)

Kiwengwa - Matemwe : 15km, 15 min en taxi (10$ Usd)

Matemwe - Jambiani : 80km, 1h30 en taxi (30$ Usd)

Jambiani - Aéroport Zanzibar : 60km, 1h15 en taxi (30$ Usd)

Budget de voyage en Tanzanie

Voici en détail le budget de ce voyage en couple en Tanzanie. La Tanzanie est une destination couteuse, principalement pour la partie safari qui nécessite un bon véhicule, un guide, un droit d'entrée dans les parcs nationaux, un chauffeur et des nuitées dans les lodges au cœur des réserves.

Pour la partie du voyage à Zanzibar , nous avions des lodges plutôt haut de gamme mais vous pourrez parfaitement trouver des hébergements à petit prix !

Le budget des vols

Paris-Kilimandjaro + Zanzibar-Paris avec Qatar Airways : 580€ A/R en vols directs

Arusha - Zanzibar avec express air : 85€ A/R en vols directs

➜ Comparez les vols pour la Tanzanie

Le budget à Arusha

Avant de partir avec l'agence qui nous a fait découvrir les grands parcs du nord, nous avons séjourné deux nuits à Arusha. Voici notre budget pour cette première étape :

25€ de taxi pour le transfert Kilimandjaro - Arusha

70€ / chacun pour 2 nuits à Arusha

20€/ chacun pourboire inclus pour notre excursion guidée d'une journée à Arusha et dans les chutes d'eau

30€/ chacun pour nos 4 repas à Arusha

Le budget de la partie "Safaris"

Voici le coût des 8 jours de Safari que nous avons effectué avec l'agence Big Cats

1 900 € par personne pour 7 jours et 7 nuits (270 € par jour) :

safaris guidés dans le parc Tarangire, Mayara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro

visite de Mto Wa Mbu

transferts aux aéroports

all inclusive (repas et nuitées)

Nous avons ajouté à ce forfait les pourboires pour environ 70€ par personne (10 € par jour)

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Le budget à Zanzibar

1 070 € par personne pour 12 nuits dans des hôtels type bungalows sur la plage (environ 180 € la nuitée pour deux)

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165 € chacun pour tout le séjour, environ 8 € personne par repas (sans les boissons)

30 € chacun pour la journée à Mnemba Island

145 € chacun pour le safari blue privé

100 € chacun au total pour tous nos déplacements à Zanzibar.

Un trajet Stone Town - Nungwi coûte environ 30 USD en taxi privé pour vous donner une idée.

Budget Total

Soit un budget total de 4 280 € par personne pour trois semaines complètes.

Attention, il s'agit d'un budget élevé, car nos prestations étaient carrément au top !

La Tanzanie bénéficie d'un climat tropical et équatorial le long de ses côtes et plus tempéré sur les hauts plateaux du centre.

Les saisons des pluies

La grande saison des pluies s'étend approximativement de mars à mai. Sur cette période, on rencontre des averses tropicales après midi, principalement le long de la côte et sur les îles et les températures quotidiennes atteignent les 30 degrés.

La petite saison des pluies s'étend sur novembre et décembre, les averses sont moins prévisibles, plus courtes et plus rares. Certains voyageurs apprécient cette période pour sa tranquillité (peu de touristes), ses tarifs plus bas et l'observation des oiseaux qui est propice.

La saison sèche

La longue saison sèche s'étend de juin à octobre, c'est généralement un temps ensoleillé et la période la plus propice à l'observation des animaux, car les points d'eau sont asséchés et la nature est sèche et plus éparse.

La courte saison sèche s'étend ensuite entre janvier et février, les températures sont élevées, la nature est luxuriante et les points d'eau sont remplis donc l'observation des animaux est un peu plus aléatoire (mais ne l'empêche absolument pas).

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Bonjour, merci pour votre retour d'expérience qui est d'une grande d'aide pour notre organisation ! Quand avez-vous fait ce voyage ? Je suis assez surprise, j'ai demandé un devis, pour le même temps, par la même agence et sans l'ajout des activités il est 1 tiers plus cher que ce que vous avez réglé. Merci !

Excellent article!! Merci beaucoup pour le partage! Vous avez donc tout organiser en solo, pas d’agences?

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I cannot say enough good things about this company. From the initial planning to the transfer back to the airport, Almighty Kilimanjaro Travel was amazing. As you plan your trek with them, they are available to answer all questions, incredibly organized and flexible with changes. Everything was on time and exactly as planned.all the rental gear is there, you can leave behind valuables and large bags for no additional charge (they are very meticulous about caring for your valuables, I was not concerned at all). Basically, everything can be accomplished at the hotel, it makes it very seamless and easy. The room are good, breakfast is included and the property is well taken care of. . The service they provided for the trek exceeded expectations. We had 6 guides and 34 porters for 10 of us. The equipment was in good shape and top of the line. The porter's equipment was also good quality. (Some of the budget companies do not take care of their porters). The food they provided was outstanding. Pancakes and eggs for breakfast, soup and chicken or beef dishes with rice, vegetables and fruit for lunch and dinner. Many condiments, peanut butter, jelly, Nutella, etc. Hot tea and even popcorn as an appetizer. They had no problem catering to special diets and that food was amazing as well. We ate in a large tent at one big table with regular chairs, a table cloth, and plates and silverware, very civil. The guides were incredibly knowledgeable and perceptive. They were very proactive about trying to keep us healthy. They watched everyone pretty closely and offered assistance if they saw you starting to struggle. We were briefed everyday on what to expect for the following day. They took the time to answer all questions and always asked for input on our plan. Everyday we are woken up with hot tea brought to the tent, nice touch. Half way though some of the day hikes they would set up a tea and biscuit table in the middle of the trail where we would stop to take a break, that was a nice touch as well. Summit night is incredibly strenuous. These are the guides that you want to assist you. They will carry your pack if need be, motivate you the whole way up and down and basically take care of you any way that they can. Almighty kilimanjaro had four other groups of 30 people that started the same day as us, EVERYONE SUMMITED, all 40 people. That was impressive. We added on a four day safari and that service was top notch as well. The accommodations that they booked for us were really unbelievable, very nice. The vehicle was comfortable with Wi-Fi available and a refrigerator. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Couple of recommendations. Rent the private toilet. This is a game changer. Getting up in the middle of the night and having it right there was very convenient and the public ones were usually a hole in the ground, far from the camp. Bring snacks, bars, trail mix, etc. You don't need a thermos, some sites I read say to have one, not necessary. 4 in our group took Diamox, 6 did not, everyone summited, it's a personal choice. On a final note, I wrote an email with a couple of suggestions, and received an immediate response directly from the owner of Almighty Kilimanjaro. Their customer service is bar none! This group really cares about their guests and you will be in the best hands.

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"An experience to be recommended. It more than met my expectations. This is to confirm that the World Adventure Tours Big Five Safari Tours was a wonderful experience. I went with some trepidation given the medical recommendations for malarial prophylaxis, typhoid inoculation, and an updated DPT, the distance, and the fact that, even though I am an experienced adventure traveller, solo traveling as a 75-year-old female to that part of Africa was a first. It happily turned out that there was no basis for my concerns. The trip was life-enriching and very satisfying in many ways. There were no mosquitoes, clean water was provided, and food was safely prepared and amply provided. The animals were abundant and beautiful, the landscapes amazing and unspoiled. I was welcomed at the Kilimanjaro Airport by a friendly driver who took me to my first hotel. The next day, the tour began with my guide/driver Tenga (with 15 years experience). Tenga is a knowledgeable guide who provided me with interesting facts and navigated the parks over difficult roads and circuitous routes competently while finding animal sitings by staying in contact with other drivers. He was always respectful, helpful, and clearly enjoyed his job. We had fun. The accommodation was good, especially the luxurious “tents” where we spent two nights and I woke to see giraffes and elephants in the valley below and a savanna cat lounging on the porch. Service was friendly and good ( my non-gluten, mostly vegetarian preferences were accommodated with lots of fresh vegetables and fruit). Breakfasts and dinner wee always tasty. Box lunches were passable. I was also very pleased to have opted for the Olduvai Gorge stop. It was a thrill to be where Mary Leaky had unearthed the fossil remains of Lucy and to be at an active archeological site and museum. But, of course, the animals were the highlight. We saw the big five and I now have many photos to review and enjoy. In conclusion, I would highly recommend this tour and in fact, hope to send my daughter and her family on it. Suggestions: please remind travellers to bring an adapter to recharge their phones. The hotel rooms don’t have many outlets and North American and European plugs don’t fit. Wifi was weak and generally unavailable away from the reception area of the hotels. The box lunches were not very good and were usually too sweet with juice boxes and “yogurt”. This was not a big problem, given the very adequate breakfasts and dinners. A personal recommendation is to bring a bandana to warm the neck in the coolness of the morning and, more importantly, to cover the nose and mouth on the dusty trails. Finally, it would be good to have advice about tipping. It wasn’t possible to do using a credit card and although I made a stop at an ATM, I was short on local cash at the end. Looking forward to my next TourRadar booking and with best regards, Judith Frugier

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Looking for an epic 2 week Tanzania itinerary that combines adventure, safaris and beach time? I’ve got you covered!

Tanzania has to be one of the most diverse countries in East Africa . From the lofty peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro, to the wildlife-packed national parks, and the alluring beaches of Zanzibar, there’s plenty of choices for a Tanzania itinerary .

And I think I have the perfect itinerary for you. This is what I did in my 2 weeks in Tanzania , and it’s a fantastic mix of adventure, safaris, culture, history and beach time .

So, if you’re planning to visit Tanzania, take a look at this unique itinerary which goes beyond the usual day-after-day of game drives. It focuses on what’s known as the northern circuit, which is a great place for first-time visitors to begin their Tanzania adventure. But it also includes a multi-day hike, authentic engagements with Maasai culture and, of course, an obligatory beach stop.

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How to get to Tanzania

With a long-established tourism industry and reputation as one of the best places for an African safari, Tanzania has several international airports with direct or connecting flights from countries around the world.

The three international airports are in Dar es Salaam (Julius Nyerere International Airport), Arusha (Kilimanjaro International Airport) and Zanzibar (Abeid Amani Karume International Airport). Major airlines from around the world fly into each of these airports. (Make sure you pack these long haul flight essentials  to make the trip more comfortable.)

There are also plenty of land border crossings if you’re overlanding.

This travel itinerary recommends flying into Arusha , as that’s the main airport for people starting out on the northern safari circuit, the most popular route for visitors to Tanzania.

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Best time to visit Tanzania

Tanzania can be visited year-round, but the best time to visit is during the dry season , from June to October . This is usually the best time for wildlife spotting across all national parks.

The Serengeti is one of Tanzania’s most popular parks – and one of the most famous in the world. There are several good times to visit throughout the year: go during June and July for the wildebeest migration , or January to February for calving season (where you may even see predators stalking the poor babies as they take their first wobbly steps after being born).

During the dry season, animals congregate around watering holes, so the chances of seeing them are high.

Late May to early July is when herds will attempt the crossing of the Grumeti River, while August is usually when they cross back north and over the Mara River.

However, some months of the wet season (November to May) are perfectly fine to travel. I visited in late February and saw plenty of animals. While it’s low season, expect to still see many other tourists!

April and May bring the heaviest rains , and some lodges shut down during this time. I can’t even imagine how much mud there is during this time and how many cars get bogged!

While I haven’t touched on the southern and western circuits in this itinerary, the best time to visit these is during the dry season (June to October). The national parks in these circuits receive fewer visitors, and they’re on my list for when I return to Tanzania.

How to get around Tanzania

There are several ways to get around when you visit Tanzania. I’ll go through each of the pros and cons of the main transportation methods so you can decide which is best for you.

Private driver / guide

I spent a lot of time researching how to get around Tanzania, and because I was travelling solo, I landed on hiring a private driver and guide .

Which then turned into a lot of time researching safari companies in Tanzania – and there are a lot! Finally, a friend who had previously lived in Tanzania recommended Safari Republic . I got in touch with the owner, Jackie, and after chatting over email I decided to book with them. (And they in turn actually directed me to Ellington Safaris , the company I used for my Uganda itinerary .)

It was the best decision for me. They arranged everything – the vehicle, the driver guide, the accommodation, the support crew for my multi-day hike. I didn’t have to think about anything, which was exactly what I wanted.

Importantly, they also arranged all the park fees, which can be a huge challenge to organise independently. Not all booking systems are online, some fees can only be paid at certain banks… it’s quite the logistical challenge, so I’m glad I didn’t have to think about any of that.

If you’re travelling in a group while on safari in East Africa , hiring a private driver through a safari operator like Safari Republic  is the best way to go. You can customise an itinerary that suits your interests and your budget. Of course, travelling solo with a private driver meant the individual cost was higher for me, but for a group (of family or friends), I think this is the most affordable way to travel .

There are plenty of companies offering group tours for all budgets .

A group tour is a great way to meet other people, especially if you’re travelling solo. And, if you know that you want to visit a country but don’t want to do have to do all the research that comes with planning an international trip, a group tour means everything is planned for you.

If a Tanzania group tour is what you’re after, check out the options available on TourRadar .

Self drive Tanzania

Self drive isn’t actually very common within Tanzania. I saw only a few people doing it while I was there.

I tried to find information online but there isn’t a whole lot available. I believe that you can hire cars through safari companies – some companies do allow this, or they know people who do. Surprisingly though, it actually doesn’t work out to be that much cheaper than booking a private driver guide.

If you do want to explore Tanzania by car by yourself, I’d recommend it only for people who are familiar with driving in East Africa, who can navigate without digital maps (limited mobile coverage in some areas means Google Maps isn’t available everywhere) and have experience driving in a variety of conditions in a 4WD. You need to bring along plenty of water and extra fuel. Also be aware of police stops and the “fines” you might be asked to pay.

You’ll also need to research in advance national park fees and booking requirements. Many national parks need advance bookings – you can’t just roll up to the gate, pay a fee and enter.

And once you’re inside the national park, you need to figure out how to get around. I saw very few signs for trails or hotels – I have no idea how my driver Baraka knew where he was going each day!

One of the other downsides of self driving is that you won’t have the benefit of an experienced guide who can find and point out wildlife in the national parks. Baraka knew exactly where to go to find wildlife – and he was a walking encyclopedia full of interesting facts and information.

Public transport

If you’re backpacking Tanzania, then you can use the country’s extensive public transport system . However, you need to keep in mind that roads can be quite poor in some parts, buses break down regularly and will often only depart once they’re filled with people.

There are plenty of buses in Tanzania and tickets are affordable. You’d want to have plenty of time on your Tanzania itinerary to factor in the extra time that you’ll need to get around on public transport.

How to spend 2 weeks in Tanzania

Summary of my Tanzania itinerary

Here’s how I spent my two weeks in Tanzania , although for the purposes of this blog post, I have made a few small adjustments to avoid some backtracking and add in a few extra days of downtime.

Day 1: Arrive in Arusha

Day 2: ngorongoro conservation area and empakai crater, day 3: hike through the ngorongoro highlands, day 4: hike to lake natron, day 5: lake natron.

• Day 6: Isoitok Camp Manyara
• Days 7-8: Serengeti
• Day 9: Fly to Zanzibar
• Day 10: Stone Town

Days 11-13: Zanzibar beach

Day 14: fly home.

This map shows the key places to visit and stay during this trip.

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Detailed Tanzania itinerary

Arusha is considered the tourism capital of northern Tanzania and is the hub for people heading to the Serengeti and other national parks on the northern circuit. Many people climbing Kilimanjaro also base themselves here.

I didn’t explore much of Arusha while I was there, but there are plenty of things to do in Arusha if you have the time:

• Pick up a few souvenirs from the Maasai Market . I bought two shukas, the cloth that Maasai wear – they make for great light blankets or throws
• Visit the National History Museum
• Go shopping or take a workshop at Shanga , a social enterprise that employs Tanzanians with disabilities
• Hang out at the Chemka Hot Springs , a short drive from Arusha
• Take a traditional cooking class at a local NGO
• Hike a small portion of Mount Kilimanjaro !
• Take a tour of Arusha
• Day trip to Arusha National Park for a safari
• Take a day trip to Tarangire National Park

Note that Kilimanjaro International Airport is an hour’s drive from Arusha, so factor this time into your plans.

Where to stay in Arusha

I stayed at the Outpost Lodge , a mid-range hotel in a leafy street in Arusha. It’s well located, has a swimming pool and the restaurant serves up delicious food (try the butter chicken). The grounds are covered in trees so it feels like an oasis in the middle of what is a bustling city. Check prices and read reviews of the Outpost Lodge online here

If you’re looking for something more upscale, try the Gran Meliá Arusha . One of the best luxury hotels in Arusha, it has an on-site restaurant, gym and spa, and is on a huge property dotted with coffee and tea plantations. Some rooms have views of Mount Meru. Check rates and availability online | Read reviews of Gran Meliá Arusha

Head out of Arusha toward the mind-blowing Ngorongoro Conservation Area , a 3-hour drive from the city.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is commonly referred to as the Ngorongoro Crater and this is one huge crater. The caldera was formed when a huge volcano – estimated to be as high as Mount Kilimanjaro – erupted and collapsed in on itself around 2.5 million years ago.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is Tanzania’s most visited national park . There’s a viewpoint a short drive past the entrance gate where you can take in the enormity of the caldera from above.

Down below, a game drive reveals cheetahs, leopards, elephants, black rhino, lions, buffalos and impala. It’s a great place for your first safari in Tanzania .

Continue along the rutted road to Empakai Crater, which is the start of the hike that over the next few days will take you through the Ngorongoro Highlands, past Ol Doinyo Lengai (Tanzania’s only active volcano) and down to Lake Natron.

End the day with a hike down into Empakai Crater . This caldera has a lake with alkaline waters that reach depths of up to 85 metres.

With an armed ranger (to protect you from overly aggressive lone male buffalos) and a Maasai guide, you’ll descend into the verdant forest filled with centuries-old trees that at times provide a canopy. At the bottom, flamingos flock together in the lake, and timid bushbucks keep their distance.

Where to stay

Tonight, you’re camping ! There are several campgrounds throughout the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and the Empakai Special Campsite must be booked in advance. Safari Republic  of course arranged all of this for my trip, along with the tents, a cook and even an outdoor toilet.

The ranger who escorted us down into Empakai Crater also stayed overnight with us as protection against wild animals.

One of my favourite parts of this entire Tanzania itinerary was the hike down to Lake Natron from Empakai Crater. As soon as I saw this hike on Safari Republic’s Instagram account, I asked Jackie to add it to my tour.

For this hike, Safari Republic always arranges a Maasai guide to accompany guests. My guide was Amani, and having him on the hike made it a richer experience .

Amani’s name in Maasai means “peace” and “someone who can be depended upon”, and I relied on him for two days to guide me safely through the hike and share his culture with me.

On the first full day of hiking, you’ll walk along the rim of Empakai Crater, before making your way past Maasai villages and out of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

You’ll stop for lunch in Nayobi, a small Maasai village alive with the sounds of cowbells jangling as young shepherds tend their herds of goats, sheep and cows.

This village is the last that can be reached by car, and before you arrive, all your stuff – the tents, the cooking gear, your own bags – will be transferred onto donkeys that are already trotting ahead of you to the next campsite.

Continuing on, you’ll come to the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and walk through a yellow acacia tree forest which shields you from the hot sun.

One of the best things about the hike is that phone coverage is patchy, so you’re completely disconnected from the world and can focus on observing what’s around you on the hike.

Before dinner, take a short stroll up to a viewpoint which offers your first view of Ol Doinyo Lengai , Tanzania’s only active volcano. The name means “Mountain of God” in the Maasai language.

From the viewpoint, you’ll see Ol Doinyo Lengai on one side, and the rippling green hills of the Ngorongoro Highlands on the other. Just beyond the highlands lies the Rift Valley.

There’s no accommodation out here, so you’ll be camping again. We stayed the night at Acacia Forest Camp and it was such a beautiful spot. We set up our tents underneath the acacia trees and had expansive views of the surrounding mountains and forest. At dusk, shards of lighting lit up the distant sky like fire.

The second – and final – full day of the hike winds around the edge of a mountain and across a ridge, Ol Doinyo Lengai standing silently on the right side. The grassy ridge gives way to volcanic grounds , where you’ll alternate between stepping carefully along rocks formed by lava flows and sinking into charcoal-grey soft volcanic sand.

This part of the hike is down, down, down, so bring trekking poles to reduce the stress on your knees. If you don’t have any, your Maasai guide will fashion a walking stick from an old branch.

The path crosses a river, which is more like a mini gorge cut into the rock. We picked our way across, occasionally stepping directly into the small amount of water still trickling along the river bed.

It then leads through waist-high grasses that leave tiny green spikes in your pants – so wear pants and not shorts.

Finally, you’ll reach your waiting car, where you’ll be greeted with icy hand towels and chilled beer , water and soft drinks. These are courtesy of the staff at Lake Natron Camp , your accommodation for the night.

Cooled down and hopefully elated after completing the hike, you’ll head to Lake Natron Camp, which is set up right alongside Lake Natron.

Lake Natron is a salt lake that is the breeding ground for 75 percent of the world’s lesser flamingos . Because of the highly alkaline waters, you can’t swim in Lake Natron, and indeed only flamingos and a few hardy fish species can survive. The lake is also famous for its red waters (which can only be seen from above), caused by algae.

Where to stay in Lake Natron

For such a remote area, there are a surprising number of places to stay near Lake Natron. But the one I’d recommend is Lake Natron Camp .

The 10 tents at this luxury eco camp are dotted throughout the property, each one blending into the surroundings. Tents have enclosed sitting areas, roomy bedrooms and fully-functioning bathrooms with a shower and eco toilet.

The food is exquisite, especially when you consider the effort that it takes to get food here. Some produce is purchased from the local communities surrounding the camp, while other produce needs to be brought in from other towns.

Lake Natron Camp has been working with the local school on a permaculture project that both supports the school with free meals for kids and provides some of the fresh food needed at the camp. During my stay, I ate pumpkin soup, roasted lamb and a delicious cake with homemade custard for dinner.

Every effort is taken to be sustainable : electricity is solar powered, the toilet near the main area is compostable using zebra poop, and furniture is made from recycled plastic. The camp’s footprint is such that, if they had to pack up and leave, the site can go back to its natural state in a matter of months .

If I could do this itinerary again, I’d add in another day at Lake Natron. After two full days of hiking, this is a great spot to relax. Especially since there’s another big day of driving ahead.

Lake Natron Camp can arrange several different activities in the area:

• A sunrise or sunset birdwatching and flamingo walk around Lake Natron to appreciate the birdlife that lives in the area
• Hike through the Ngare Sero gorge to take a dip in the waterfalls
• Discover the hominid footprints nearby, believed to date between 5,000 and 19,000 years ago
• Do something far more adventurous and take a Rift Valley day hike – or even ascend imposing Ol Doinyo Lengai
• Evening sundowners as the sky lights up with orange, pink and purple
• Relax in the mineral-rich waters of the property’s natural swimming pool , sipping a G&T or glass of wine (don’t be alarmed by the small fish that will nibble at your toes!)

Day 6: Loop back through Mto Wa Mbu

After a day of relaxing, it’s time to get back on the road – and this is a bumpy road. From Lake Natron you’ll get a “free African massage” as you bump and jolt your way back to the town of Mto Wa Mbu.

Now, on a map this doesn’t look right, as you’re looping your way back to one of the major towns you drove through on your way to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

But the loop is worth it as you stop for the night at Isoitok Camp Manyara . Isoitok can arrange several activities, and you may even want to consider two nights here. Some of the activities on offer include:

• Take a medicine walk with a Maasai guide to learn more about how Maasai use trees and plants for medicines, food, weapons and tools
• Climb the nearby hill for evening sundowners overlooking Lake Manyara in the distance
• Visit a nearby Maasai boma where you can meet the elders, learn about their animals and head inside a traditional mud home to talk with the residents
• Take a trip to Lake Manyara National Park to spot tree-climbing lions and a dazzling array of birdlife

Isoitok Camp Manyara was one of my favourite places to stay in Tanzania. While their in-room information says that the camp doesn’t offer 5-star facilities, the service they offer each guest is definitely 5-star.

The award-winning , eco-friendly tented camp encourages people to put down their phones and talk with each other. One of my favourite spots was the reading nook with its comfortable cushions. Wifi is limited to a small area and only for a few hours each day.

The tented rooms are private, with fully-functioning bathrooms. I was lucky enough to get the family room which had an enormous bed.

A stay at Isoitok is about the culture , not the game drives. Isoitok works closely with the surrounding Maasai communities through education, sanitation and water projects as part of its African Roots Foundation.

Days 7 and 8: Serengeti National Park

Spend the next two days of this Tanzania itinerary exploring the famous Serengeti National Park .

The gates of Serengeti are reached after a 6-hour drive from Isoitok Camp.

The Seregenti is arguably one of the most famous game reserves in the world and one of the most popular for a Tanzania safari .

In Maasai language, Serengeti means “endless plains” and it’s easy to see how the park got this name. Over 30,000 square kilometres, the grasslands and savannah provide a home for hundreds of thousands of animals – a number that swells during the great migrations each year.

As soon as you enter the gates, the game drive begins. In the first few kilometres, I spotted hyenas, wildebeest (and their days-old calves) and giraffe, and over the next two days I added elephants, zebra, jackals, dik diks, rock hyraxes, baboons, hippos, a leopard, a cheetah, lions, topi, impala, crocodiles and hippos to my viewing list. Amazing!

Where to stay in the Serengeti

I still cannot believe that I had the chance to stay at Lemala Nanyukie for two nights. Nanyukie was by far the most luxurious lodge I stayed at during my time in Tanzania.

Nanyukie is pure luxury . The rooms are enormous, with separate lounge and bedroom, and a bathroom big enough to dance in. The bathtub overlooks the grasslands outside, and an indoor shower gives way to an outdoor shower, so there are plenty of options for washing off the dust of the Serengeti.

Outdoors, each room boasts a huge deck with a sunken sofa and private plunge pool . I can tell you, that pool was perfect at the end of a hot day.

Every night, a fire is lit near the bar area to enjoy a drink before dinner. The food is carefully prepared using fresh ingredients.

The hotel is also right in the heart of nature – I woke at 4 a.m. one morning to the roar of lions and saw a lion footprint on the footpath another morning. But don’t worry about bumping into a big cat on your way to breakfast: a guard escorts guests to their rooms at all times of the day.

I was also impressed by Lemala’s community relations programs . I was lucky enough to visit one of the initiatives they support, the Sunday Group in Mto Wa Mbu . This project empowers women to earn incomes through making lunch boxes from banana leaves. They then sell these boxes to Lemala properties so that lunches can be packed more sustainably (you’ll see other companies with plastic containers that usually get tossed at the end of the day). Through this program, some women have made enough money to buy homes for their families.

The Sunday Group is also training women as driver guides , and runs tours through Mto Wa Mbu and to Lake Manyara.

During my visit to the Sunday Group, I visited a school that Lemala is also supporting, and saw the enormous investment that has been made in improving sanitation, water filtration systems, play equipment, and desks and chairs.

Of course, Lemala Nanyukie is not for everyone’s budget, and a tour operator like Safari Republic can find accommodation that suits your budget.

Optional add-on: Visit the Ndutu Region

If you’re visiting Tanzania between December and April, consider adding to your itinerary a day or two exploring the Ndutu region .

This region is part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and borders Serengeti National Park.

It’s here where the wildebeest and zebra herds end their great migration, and in January and February, tens of thousands of babies are born. This of course attracts predators like lions, cheetahs and hyenas hopeful of catching an easy target.

While I didn’t see any babies being born, I did see plenty of days-old calves still wobbly on their skinny legs. One highlight was seeing a pair of lions mating – about four times in 40 minutes!

If you do visit Ndutu, you’ll discover that many of the camps are actually mobile camps : they set up in Ndutu for a few months during the calving season, then follow the migration north later in the year. It’s amazing how quickly they can pack up and move – and the quality of the accommodation given the logistical challenges.

I stayed at Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp and loved the authentic bush vibe . My tent was equipped with two double beds and a bathroom with hot shower water delivered by a tent attendant.

Before dinner, I gathered around the fire with other guests and sipped a G&T as the sun went down. For dinner, I had the most delicious fish dish. The quality of the food was especially impressive given how remote the camp is. I’d definitely recommend staying at Lemala Ndutu if the season is right for your visit.

Days 9-10: Stone Town, Zanzibar

After satisfying your safari dreams, it’s time to head east to the island of Zanzibar .

Ever since I was a little girl, cutting out travel stories from my mum’s women’s magazines to stick in a scrapbook, I’ve had a fascination with Zanzibar. I’m not sure why, as a young girl, I felt the lure of this far-away, exotic island with its mix of religions and cultures, maze of alleyways, spices wafting through the air, sparkling waters and white beaches, but it’s been on my bucket list for a long time.

You can fly to Zanzibar direct from Serengeti airport . The planes are small and tickets aren’t cheap, but it will save you time backtracking by road to Arusha and flying to Zanzibar from there (which is what I did). The flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar is around 2 hours.

Zanzibar is actually made up of two islands, Unguja and Pemba. Unguja is what people are usually referring to when they say Zanzibar, and it’s on this island that you’ll find Stone Town. Pemba is smaller and less visited – but no less stunning.

Given that you’ll spend this first day in transit, I recommend booking two nights in Stone Town to give you time to explore the twisting alleyways and include some downtime to escape the island’s heat.

Top tip: Make sure you have plenty of cash before you come to Zanzibar. There are only a handful of ATMs in Stone Town but they can run out of money on Friday and Saturday.

There’s no shortage of things to do in Stone Town .

Take a walking tour

Take a walking tour to learn more about the tangled history of this island.

A guide will take you to the highlights around Stone Town , including the Old Dispensary, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, the former slave market, the Dhajarani Market and Freddie Mercury’s (purported) home. Learn how religions have lived together fairly peacefully for centuries.

Take this tour in the morning or evening to avoid the heat of the day.

I arranged my tour through my driver, Daudi – contact me or comment below and I can give you his details.

Alternatively, try a walking tour that incorporates the flavour-packed food of Zanzibar on this food markets and street food walking tour .

Hang out in the Forodhani Gardens

Head to the Forodhani Gardens each evening when they come alive with food stalls, families eating together and teenage boys swaggering about and jumping off the pier into the sea below.

A must-try is a “Zanzibar pizza” , a piece of dough wrapped around sweet or savoury fillings and fried.

Eat at Emerson Spice’s Tea House Restaurant

Book dinner at Emerson Spice’s Tea House Restaurant . Sitting atop the hotel, the restaurant offers views over Stone Town. Each dish of the 5-course, set menu features seafood paired with other local ingredients. The set menu is US$40 per person. I highly recommend having a night out here – the staff are lovely and the food was incredible.

The Emerson Spice’s sister hotel, Emerson on Hurumzi , has a similar 3-course set menu (US$40 excluding drinks).

Reservations required at both hotels.

Get out on the water

Surrounded by the dazzling azure waters of the Indian Ocean, you can’t help but be drawn out to sea. One of the most popular tours is a Safari Blue tour . This tour includes a day out on a dhow with visits to islands and sandbank beaches, snorkelling and the chance of seeing dolphins. There are many copycat tours now, but Safari Blue is the original.

Or, take a private tour out to Prison Island . The prison was originally built in the late 1800s and housed violent prisoners and sick people. On the full-day tour, you’ll snorkel, sunbathe or see giant tortoises. The tour includes a tour of Stone Town and a trip to a spice farm.

Have a spa treatment

It gets really, really hot in Stone Town, so do what I did and swap the heat for pampering at Mrembo Spa .

Book a massage or body treatment , or take a workshop to learn how to make your own beauty products using natural ingredients grown on the spa’s plantation.

Learn about Zanzibar’s spices

Zanzibar is of course known as the Spice Island , and you can learn more about the cinnamon, pepper, turmeric, cloves and other spices that are grown and exported.

There are several spice plantations, and you can organise a tour . The tours are quite touristy but entertaining. Bring extra small notes to pay the various people who scale trees to collect coconuts and serve up fresh fruit on the tour.

Get lost in the maze-like alleyways

Spend some time wandering without a plan through the twisting, turning laneways of Stone Town. You’ll come across curio stores, kids heading home from school for lunch, churches and mosques, and Zanzibaris going about their day.

Top tip: Please cover up when you’re walking around Stone Town. That goes for both men and women. Be respectful of the majority Muslim population and cover your shoulders and knees. Don’t wander around Stone Town in your bikini and short shorts. The locals are generally pretty tolerant, but please show respect and appreciation for their religion and culture.

Where to stay in Stone Town

I stayed at the magnificent Emerson Spice Hotel . The building was originally owned by the last Swahili ruler of Zanzibar, and over the years has changed hands multiple times. It’s now a hotel that screams old-world glamour.

Each room is uniquely designed , inspired by a character or an actress. I slept in the Belle room, a dedication “to all the Southern Belles of the world”. The room was enormous, with a high canopy bed, concrete floors and stone bath tub in the corner. A veranda runs the length of the room, and every morning and evening I would sit out there and watch Zanzibaris go about their days.

There’s only one way to end this epic Tanzania trip , and that’s on the beach. I’ve got two days for beach time on this itinerary, but to be honest, you could easily spend a week on Zanzibar’s beaches.

Zanzibar boasts the powdery white sand beaches and azure waters that dreams are made of. While travel writers are usually horrified to write words like these, it’s hard to avoid when faced with such beauty.

There are plenty of beaches to choose from, from party hubs to romantic hideaways to laidback villages. I headed to Jambiani , known for its chilled, friendly vibe. Jambiani is on the southeast coast of the island.

After a month of travelling around East Africa, I was ready for a break, so I whiled away a couple of days reading books on the hotel’s lounge beds, taking a dip in the pool, strolling along the beach and eating a tonne of seafood.

If you want to get out of the hotel, book lunch or dinner at The Rock . It’s located a short drive away in Paje. This Insta-famous restaurant sits atop a small rock in the ocean and can be reached by walking at low tide or by boat when it’s high tide. Book this tour which includes transportation to the restaurants.

To get to Jambiani, contact me for details of my driver, Daudi. It’s about an hour from Stone Town.

Where to stay in Jambiani

I stayed at the beachfront Sharazad Boutique Hotel and highly recommend it. The bungalow rooms are airy and bright, with either an ocean or garden view.

There are two pools, a spa and a sandy area dotted with beach lounges for sunbathing under the palm trees.

The food at the restaurant is divine – I had more than my fair share of delicious seafood, coupled with a glass of wine each night.

The worst part about this Tanzania itinerary is that it has to end.

There are several international flights directly from Zanzibar, so look for these to avoid backtracking to Dar es Salaam or Arusha to return home. I flew out from Zanzibar direct to Dubai which saved me a lot of travel time.

If you’re anything like me, you’ll be planning your return trip to Tanzania while you’re still in the airport.

Tanzania itinerary logistics

To help you plan your Tanzania 2 weeks trip, here’s some additional information and tips.

Cost of travelling in Tanzania

A trip to East Africa generally isn’t going to be cheap, and Tanzania is no exception. For a Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary like the one I’ve outlined here, you’ll need to budget around US$500 per person, per day based on two people sharing. You could save money by opting for mid-range accommodation throughout the entire itinerary.

National parks are fairly expensive to visit, and even mid-range hotels and lodges are more expensive than you might expect elsewhere in the world. This is because – especially in and near the national parks – food and supplies need to be brought in from big cities and there’s usually a high staff-to-guest ratio.

Tanzania’s currency is the shilling ; you can check the latest exchange rate online at XE . U.S. dollars are widely accepted and most hotels and tour operators actually quote in dollars. However, when you’re on the ground, it’s worth having some small shilling notes for shops and restaurants, and for tipping.

If you bring U.S. dollars , make sure they are from 2006 or later, and have no tears, marks or stains . I had to pay some excess weight on my flight to Zanzibar and they refused one U.S. dollar note because it had a teeny tiny tear in it.

If you want to change U.S. dollars when you arrive in Tanzania, bring larger denominations ($50 or $100 bills) to get a better exchange rate.

If you bring a credit card, Visa or Mastercard cards are best.

Tipping is expected in Tanzania. The rate for drivers/guides is around US$20 per day (split between your group). Make sure to tip staff at hotels. There are usually tip boxes in the reception area and management shares tips among all the staff at the end of the month. I tipped about US$20 per night at each hotel.

Tanzania visa requirements

Most travellers to Tanzania require a visa to enter. Getting a tourist visa for Tanzania is simple with the government’s online system . A single-entry visa is valid for 90 days. At the time of writing, this visa costs US$50. You may need proof of a return ticket.

U.S. citizens need to obtain a multiple-entry visa, which is valid for 12 months (but you can only stay in the country for 90 days at a time). Americans cannot get the ordinary single-entry visa. At the time of writing, the multiple-entry visa costs US$100.

While the government says that it is possible to get a Tanzania visa on arrival , they much encourage – and I’d recommend – visitors to get a visa in advance . It’s such an easy online process and it will reduce the risk of running into issues at the border or airport.

As always, check with your local embassy to make sure that you have the most up-to-date information on getting a visa for Tanzania. A company like iVisa can also provide advice.

Health and vaccinations

Visit a doctor before you travel to Tanzania so they can advise any required vaccinations or recommended medications. Before a big trip, I visit a specialist travel doctor rather than a regular GP.

Tanzania has some malaria areas , so ask your doctor whether you need to take medication. Full disclosure: I did not take any malaria medication on my trip to East Africa. However, I used to live in a malaria-risk country, so I’m very aware of the risks. I took steps to prevent bites during my time in Tanzania. Pack plenty of repellent, sleep under mosquito nets (all hotels and lodges provide these) and cover up in the evening.

I ALWAYS buy travel insurance. Luckily, I had no issues on my trip to East Africa and didn’t need to use my insurance. Travel Insurance Master is a good one-stop-shop to compare policies across various providers.

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Pack a good  first-aid kit  with any medications you need while travelling. I always pack pain-relief medication (like Nurofen or Ibuprofen), Pepto-Bismol or peptosyl for tummy troubles, Imodium, antiseptic cream, antibiotics (prescribed by a doctor) and Band-Aids.

Is Tanzania safe to travel?

I felt very safe the entire time I was in Tanzania – my biggest worry was wildlife! There were times when I woke up to lions roaring near our lodge, or hyenas barking when I was camping, and let me tell you, that’s exciting but also scary!

When you’re around wildlife, listen to your guide to stay safe . Maintain a safe distance from animals, ask hotel staff if there’s anything to be aware of before you go wandering around, and stay in your car when wildlife is nearby. Many of the lodges I stayed at required an armed guard to walk me to and from my room. When camping in some areas, you’ll need to have an armed park ranger stay with you overnight.

The itinerary I’ve laid out here focuses on areas popular with tourists, so you can expect plenty of other people around. All the lodges I stayed at had security (although that was mostly for protecting guests against wildlife!). The parks are remote, so the risk of petty crime is low.

Big cities are of course where you will find more crime. Take the usual safety precautions : don’t wear expensive jewellery or flash your expensive phones and cameras around, tuck your money into various bags and pockets (and, for the ladies, into your bra), and take extra care when going out at night.

In Stone Town, as a solo female traveller I had a lot of men trying to talk to me, but again I never felt threatened. There are always people about, and the city has installed security cameras in some areas as well. My only safety concern in Stone Town was getting lost in the maze of alleyways!

Check your country’s  government warnings before travelling. Also make sure you notify your government of your travels, if the option is available. Here’s a link to Australia’s advice  on travelling to Tanzania, as well as the  United Kingdom  and the  United States .

Final thoughts: Tanzania in 2 weeks

If an African safari is on your bucket list, then Tanzania is one of the best countries to visit. Not only can you experience safari life, you can also have as much adventure as you like as well as chill out on some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.

If you’ve got 2 weeks in Tanzania, then the itinerary I’ve just laid out has a unique mix of all three of these elements. Have an amazing time!

Tanzania 2 weeks itinerary: FAQs

Is two weeks in tanzania enough.

Yes, two weeks in Tanzania is enough to get an experience of the country – but you’ll want to come back for more! In 2 weeks, you can explore the vast Serengeti National Park, visit the Ngorongoro Crater and see Lake Manyara, as well as relax in Zanzibar.

What animals can I see on a Tanzania safari?

A Tanzania safari offers a chance to experience Africa’s iconic wildlife up close. You can see elephants, zebras, lions, cheetahs, giraffes and more – not forgetting the hundreds of beautiful birds. Of course, it all depends on the time of year and what species are in the area at that moment.

Is Tanzania safe to visit for solo female travellers?

Tanzania is a very safe place for solo female travellers. Tanzanians are friendly and welcoming, making it easy to explore the country in peace. It’s important to take normal safety precautions when travelling anywhere, but Tanzania is a safe destination for women who want to travel solo.

Is English widely spoken in Tanzania?

English is widely spoken in Tanzania, often as a second language after Swahili. In more urban areas, such as the capital city of Dodoma and larger cities like Dar es Salaam, English is more commonly spoken than in rural areas where Swahili dominates. English is the official language of instruction in all secondary schools and many primary schools.

Disclaimer: Safari Republic  worked with some of the accommodations I stayed at during my visit to Tanzania to obtain complimentary or discounted rates. Regardless, all opinions remain my own.

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Need help planning your own Tanzania itinerary? Drop your questions in the comments below or shoot me an email .

Related posts

Before you go… you might like some of these East Africa travel posts:

• Everything you need to pack for a trip to East Africa (with printable packing list!)
• The ultimate week-long Uganda itinerary
• How to choose the perfect safari company
• How to go gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda

TANZANIA TRIP ESSENTIALS

• Book your flight to Tanzania online with Skyscanner . I like this site because it shows me which dates are cheaper.
• Find great hotels in Tanzania. Check prices on Booking.com   and Expedia online.
• A copy of the  Lonely Planet guide to East Africa will be handy.
• One thing I always purchase is  travel insurance ! Travel Insurance Master is a good place to start to get a comparison across multiple policy providers. Travelling longer? Then SafetyWing might be the best product.
• Pack a reusable water bottle . I travelled with this Nomader water bottle and filled it up at hotels and lodges in Tanzania, but I’ve also heard good things about this purifying Grayl bottle .
• Pack sunscreen (look for SPF50 or higher), a hat and sunglasses because the sun is hot!

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29 thoughts on “A Unique 2-Week Tanzania Itinerary: Adventure, Safaris and Beaches in 2024”

Thank you so much for this informative page! Looking for a local driver/guide to take us around in Tanzania. Who did you use please?

Hi Oriana, I highly recommend the team at Safari Republic – they created an amazing itinerary for me and their drivers were so knowledgeable!

It sure looks like you had an amazing time, Rebecca!

Thank you so much for your 2 week itinerary! I’ve recently got back from Tanzania and it was incredible! I can’t wait to go back and explore more!

Thanks again for your insight!

Oh it’s such an amazing country, glad you had a great time!!

Rebecca thanks for sharing your experience, i am travelling solo in 2 weeks, will follow your itinerary. As a solo traveler if you have any more tips would love to hear.

Enjoy – it’s such an amazing country! I don’t think I have any more tips… I never really felt “alone” because I was always in the company of a guide or safari host or other guests at lodges. People are super friendly so just say hello!

Excellent post! Adding to my list of “places to visit”!

Visiting Tanzania is one of our dreams! Such a great guide and travel inspiration, thank you! 🙂

It’s worthy of the bucket list, that’s for sure! I hope you get there 🙂

I’ve always wanted to visit Tanzania and this guide has made me even more excited! Thanks for such a detailed Tanzania travel guide 🙂

Thanks! It’s a great country, let me know if you have any more questions as you plan a trip there one day! 🙂

Oh my goodness, this is my dream right here! Ultimately, I’d want to overland into Tanzania to see as many of these diverse landscapes as I can.

I hope you get there! It really is so diverse and offers something for everyone.

This African country has been on my wishlist for a while, and now I’m even more desperate to go!

I love that you’ve included a nice multi-day hike in here, and Stone Town, of course 🙂

The hike was the highlight of the trip! Was so fun to be hiking through the landscape and camping at night.

Wow this is an amazing itinerary! I have yet to visit Africa, let alone Tanzania but I’m waiting for my daughter to grow up a bit before we do this. I would definitely do the private driver thing too and glad you had a good and safe experience. I don’t think I’d like to navigate Tanzania by self-driving. Amazing images of the animals in their natural habitat, loved the eco tent accommodation and that crater……it’s huge!

Self-driving looks like a lot of fun and would be a great adventure, but oh so much work!! So much better to have someone drive for you and share all the knowledge they have about the wildlife. I hope you get there!! Your daughter would love it too.

Wow that’s a great itenerary, I am now eager to explore Tanzania . Is it safe place to travel with kids?

Yes, I saw so many people travelling with kids! It’s super safe, especially out on safari (the biggest concern is the animals out there!!).

What an excellent post! I’ve only been to Zanzibar for scuba diving but would love to do a safari and see the rest of Tanzania. Great tips and info, thank you!

Oh I could easily spend two weeks in Zanzibar – I loved it there!! I do hope you get to see more of the country one day, too!

I climbed Kilimanjaro and did a safari in some of the places you mentioned so it was a trip down memory lane. You also had so many other places listed that I missed. Such a complete and beautiful post.

Climbing Kili is next on my bucket list! Which route did you do?

Such an amazing trip! Can’t wait to visit Tanzania!

It was definitely one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. I hope you get there, too!

Tanzania is so high on my Africa bucket list! I hope to go at some point in 2021. This is such an amazing guide and super detailed. I’m definitely keeping this handy. 🙂

It’s such a diverse country! I love how it really has it all – opps for adventure, safaris (so many animals!), big cities, beaches. I hope you get there next year!

I had been hoping to plan a trip to Tanzania in 2020, but it doesn’t look like that’ll be happening this year. But this is an amazing article and I’ll be saving it for later for when it’s safe to travel again!

I hope it can be on the cards for 2021… it really is such an amazing country!

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Visa pour la Tanzanie Conditions de voyage

Conditions de voyage en Tanzanie

Si vous prévoyez de vous rendre en Tanzanie, il est important de connaître les conditions de voyage avant de partir. Voici un guide complet pour vous aider à préparer votre voyage:

Formalités de COVID-19

Assurance médicale, culture et étiquette.

Il n’est pas nécessaire de présenter un certificat de vaccination contre le COVID ou un test COVID négatif pour entrer en Tanzanie.

Les autorités sanitaires peuvent vous soumettre à un dépistage des symptômes du COVID à votre arrivée. Ils peuvent également sélectionner au hasard des voyageurs pour un test antigénique rapide.

Autorisation de voyage

Validité du passeport.

Si vous vous rendez en Tanzanie, votre passeport doit être valable 6 mois à compter de la date de votre arrivée.

Si vous résidez en Tanzanie, votre passeport doit être valable six mois à compter de la date de votre arrivée.

Vérifiez auprès de votre prestataire de voyage que votre passeport et vos autres documents de voyage sont conformes à leurs exigences.

La plupart des détenteurs de passeports étrangers ont besoin d’un visa de tourisme ou d’affaires pour entrer en Tanzanie. La Tanzanie a mis en place un système de “e-visas” qui permet de soumettre et d’approuver les demandes en ligne avant le voyage. Il n’est plus possible d’obtenir un visa auprès du haut-commissariat tanzanien.

Pays exemptés de visa :

Lors d’un voyage en Tanzanie, il est essentiel de disposer d’une assurance maladie complète qui couvrira tous les frais médicaux encourus à l’étranger. Les établissements de santé tanzaniens sont de qualité variable et les hôpitaux privés ont tendance à être chers, en particulier pour les ressortissants étrangers. En cas d’urgence, il est essentiel de disposer d’une assurance maladie fiable pour éviter de se retrouver avec une facture médicale salée ou de se voir refuser un traitement par manque de moyens.

En outre, le risque de contracter une maladie ou d’être victime d’un accident en voyage est toujours présent, et le fait d’être préparé avec une police d’assurance maladie valide est le meilleur moyen de s’assurer que vous recevrez des soins médicaux adéquats. Voyager sans assurance maladie n’en vaut tout simplement pas la peine, car cela peut entraîner des difficultés financières imprévues dans une situation déjà stressante.

En Tanzanie, le traitement médical de maladies graves peut nécessiter une évacuation médicale vers des pays voisins, tels que le Kenya ou l’Afrique du Sud, ce qui peut s’avérer extrêmement coûteux.

Afrique du Sud, ce qui peut s’avérer extrêmement coûteux. Avec une assurance maladie fiable, les visiteurs peuvent être assurés d’avoir accès au traitement médical dont ils ont besoin sans avoir à supporter de lourdes charges financières. La tranquillité d’esprit que procure une assurance maladie complète pendant votre voyage en Tanzanie est donc essentielle pour profiter de vos vacances, rester en sécurité et éviter toute perturbation causée par des frais médicaux inattendus.

La monnaie de la Tanzanie est le shilling tanzanien (TZS). Il est relativement facile de changer des devises étrangères dans les banques, les bureaux de change et les bureaux de change agréés dans les zones touristiques, les grandes villes et les agglomérations. Les dollars américains sont largement acceptés dans tout le pays, en particulier par les organisateurs de safaris, les lodges et les autres services touristiques. Toutefois, sachez que la plupart des établissements n’acceptent que les billets imprimés après 2006 et en bon état, tandis que certains refusent les billets de 100 dollars ou vous accordent un taux de change inférieur.

Si vous préférez utiliser votre carte de crédit lorsque vous voyagez en Tanzanie, il est préférable de vous munir d’une carte portant le logo Visa ou Mastercard. La plupart des hôtels haut de gamme, des compagnies touristiques, des restaurants et des magasins acceptent les cartes de crédit, mais ce n’est pas toujours le cas des petits établissements situés dans les zones rurales. N’oubliez pas que de nombreux commerces tanzaniens facturent un supplément de 3 à 5 % pour les transactions par carte de crédit, et qu’il peut donc être judicieux d’avoir de l’argent liquide en guise de réserve.

Dans l’ensemble, il est conseillé d’avoir des shillings tanzaniens et des dollars américains en espèces lors d’un voyage en Tanzanie. Vous pouvez échanger vos devises étrangères contre des shillings tanzaniens dans les banques et les bureaux de change ou retirer de l’argent dans les distributeurs automatiques. Néanmoins, n’oubliez pas d’informer votre banque que vous vous rendez en Tanzanie avant votre départ afin de garantir un accès ininterrompu à vos fonds pendant votre séjour à l’étranger.

La Tanzanie est un pays culturellement diversifié qui compte plus de 120 tribus, et il est essentiel de respecter les coutumes et les traditions locales. Les Tanzaniens sont généralement des personnes chaleureuses et amicales qui apprécient l’hospitalité et les visiteurs qui s’intéressent à leur culture. Il est important de saluer les habitants de manière appropriée. La poignée de main est la forme de salutation la plus courante en Tanzanie, et il est d’usage d’utiliser la main droite pour serrer la main ou passer quelque chose à quelqu’un. Il est également conseillé d’utiliser des titres appropriés tels que M., Mme ou Docteur lorsque l’on s’adresse à quelqu’un.

En Tanzanie, la norme est de porter des vêtements modestes, en particulier dans les zones rurales ou lors de la visite de sites religieux. Les femmes devraient éviter de porter des vêtements révélateurs, en particulier des shorts ou des hauts révélateurs, afin de respecter les coutumes locales et d’éviter une attention non désirée. En outre, les démonstrations publiques d’affection entre couples sont désapprouvées ; il convient donc d’être discret sur l’affection physique en public.

Lorsque vous vous rendez chez quelqu’un ou dans une communauté locale, il est d’usage de se déchausser avant d’entrer. Il est également possible que l’on vous offre de la nourriture et des boissons lors de vos visites, et il est d’usage d’accepter ces offres en signe d’appréciation et de respect de l’hospitalité locale.

Lorsque vous mangez, utilisez votre main droite pour manger ou passer de la nourriture et évitez de pointer vos pieds vers quelqu’un, car cela est considéré comme un manque de respect.

Dans l’ensemble, le respect des coutumes locales et l’application de quelques normes culturelles de base contribueront grandement à favoriser de bonnes relations entre les voyageurs et les Tanzaniens. En respectant les traditions et l’étiquette locales, les visiteurs peuvent mieux apprécier la culture tanzanienne et vivre une expérience plus enrichissante en explorant ce pays fascinant.

Détails de l'eVisa

Visite maximale : 7/90 jours, jusqu'à 1 an Entrées multiples : facultatif Traitement : en 72 heures Conditions requises : Passeport, billet d'avion aller-retour

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