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🌍 Travel Information

Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Tanzania
Whether you’re coming for a Kilimanjaro climb, safari adventure, or just exploring Tanzania, here’s everything you need to know before your journey — from visas to transport and travel tips.

💉 Health & Vaccinations

  • Yellow Fever certificate is required if you’re arriving from or transiting through a risk country.
  • Recommended vaccinations: Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Tetanus.
  • Malaria prevention: Bring prophylaxis prescribed by your doctor.
  • Travel insurance: Strongly recommended to cover medical emergencies and delays.

📱 SIM Cards & Connectivity

You can buy local SIM cards easily upon arrival — the main providers are Vodacom, Airtel, Halotel, and Yas (formerly Tigo).
If you prefer digital options, eSIMs are available through apps like Airalo, which can be activated before your trip.
Wi-Fi is widely available in most hotels, cafés, and lodges.

🚐 Travelling Within Tanzania

Tanzania is easy to explore with several options:

  • Private Transfers & Safaris: We offer comfortable 4x4 vehicles for airport pickups, transfers, and multi-day safaris.
  • Luxury Buses: Companies like Shabiby, Raha Leo, and Kilimanjaro Express are frequently updated for comfort and reliability. You can book online using debit cards, mobile money, or pay cash at the office.
  • Ride Apps: In major cities such as Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Mwanza, you can book rides easily through Bolt.
  • Domestic Flights: Airlines like Precision Air, Air Tanzania, Coastal Aviation, and Auric Air connect major cities and safari destinations.
  • Ferries: Comfortable 2-hour ferries connect Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar via Azam Marine / Kilimanjaro Fast Ferries.
  • 🛣️ Roads can be bumpy in some areas — we call it the famous “African Massage!” 😄

🧭 Travel Tips

  • Dress modestly in towns and villages.
  • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic waste.
  • Keep cash for smaller purchases.
  • Always plan extra time when traveling by road.
  • Respect local culture and wildlife — take only photos, leave only footprints.

🛂 Visa & Entry Requirements

Most travelers need a visa to enter Tanzania. You can:
  • Apply online via the official government site: https://visa.immigration.go.tz
  • Or get one on arrival at airports like Kilimanjaro (JRO) and Dar es Salaam (DAR) for $50 USD
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.

💵 Money & Payments

  • ATMs dispense Tanzanian Shillings (TZS).
  • You can bring Euros, USD, or Pounds — most hotels and shops accept cash, and many also accept Visa and Mastercard.
  • There are many currency exchange offices in Moshi, Arusha, and Dar es Salaam, including at the airports.
  • 💡 Tip: You don’t need to buy U.S. dollars before traveling — just exchange your currency directly for Tanzanian Shillings after arrival.

🧳 Packing Essentials

Bringing the right gear is key, especially for Kilimanjaro or safari. If you’re missing any items, don’t worry — many can be rented in Moshi, and we’ll help you find the best rental shops at fair prices.

💰 Tipping & Cultural Etiquette

Tipping is appreciated in Tanzania, especially for guides, porters, and drivers who make your trip special. We’ll share a simple Tipping Guide to help you plan ahead based on the activity (Kilimanjaro, Safari, or Day Trips).

🗺️ Getting to Moshi & Arusha

  • From Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO):
Moshi is about 45 minutes away, and Arusha is about 1.5–2 hours by road. We can arrange private or shared transfers.
  • From Dar es Salaam:
You can take a 1-hour domestic flight to Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha (ARK), or travel by luxury bus (8–10 hours) with several daily departures.
  • From Zanzibar:
Direct flights operate daily to Kilimanjaro, Arusha, and Dar es Salaam.
💡 Tip: If you’re staying in Moshi, you can also explore nearby areas like Materuni, Lake Chala, and the Hot Springs with us!