e-Visa (Mandatory!) Germans, Austrians, and Swiss need a visa to enter Tanzania. Since 2024, the e-Visa is the standard way: Online application: Via visa.immigration.go.tz (official Tanzanian immigration site) Cost: 50 USD (tourist visa, single entry, 90 days) Processing time: 3–10 business days (a

Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) Exchange rate (reference 2025): 1 EUR ≈ 2,800 TZS / 1 USD ≈ 2,600 TZS Bills: 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000 TZS. Coins: 50, 100, 200, 500 TZS (rarely in circulation). Dual Currency System Tanzania effectively has a dual currency system: For local things (food, transport,

Health & Vaccinations

Vaccinations VaccinationRecommendationNote Yellow FeverStrongly recommendedMandatory when entering from endemic areas (e.g., Ethiopia, Kenya). May be checked when entering via Zanzibar. Vaccination at least 10 days before entry. Hepatitis ARecommendedTransmission through food/water Hepatitis BFor

General Security Situation Tanzania is one of the safest travel countries in Africa. There are no civil wars, no political instability, and the crime rate against tourists is low. Tanzanians are mostly friendly, helpful, and proud to welcome guests to their country. Security Zones ZoneRatingNote

The Perfect Safari Packing List Less is more! Safari vehicles and bush planes have limited space. Most camps offer free or cheap laundry service. Clothing Colors: Khaki, beige, olive, gray, brown. NO white (gets dirty quickly, reflects light), NO black (attracts tsetse flies), NO camouflage (forbi

Tipping Guide for Safari

Tipping on Safari — A Must! Tipping on safari is not optional, but mandatory. It makes up a significant part of the income for guides, cooks, and camp staff. The following guidelines are for the Northern Circuit (Serengeti, Ngorongoro) — it may be slightly less in the southern parks. PersonAmount

Basic Vocabulary & Safari Vocabulary

Swahili is the lingua franca of East Africa — around 100 million people speak it. The grammar is logical, the pronunciation is phonetic (you speak as you write). Even a "Jambo!" (Hello!) or "Asante sana!" (Thank you very much!) brings a wide smile to any Tanzanian's face. Greetings & Politeness Ge

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Travel Guide Tanzania

Your Complete Travel Guide for Safari, Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar

Capital:Dodoma (official) / Dar es Salaam (economic)

Language:Swahili, English

Currency:Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

Best Travel Time:Jun–Oct, Jan–Feb

Flight Time:~9 hours from DE

Visa:e-Visa required (50 USD)

Last updated: 11 March 2026 · 11 Chapters · 42 Sections

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Safari & Beach

14 Days

The classic Tanzania combination: Safari in the Northern Circuit with all major parks, then relaxation on Zanzibar. The most popular route for first-time visitors.

ArushaTarangire NPLake ManyaraSerengeti NPNgorongoro-KraterSansibar

Northern Circuit Safari

7 Days

The compact safari for those who want to experience the Big Five in a week. All major parks of the Northern Circuit in a perfect round trip from/to Arusha.

ArushaTarangire NPLake Manyara NPSerengeti NPNgorongoro-KraterArusha

Complete Zanzibar

7 Days

Zanzibar in all its facets: UNESCO World Heritage Stone Town, spice plantations, rainforest, the most beautiful beaches, and world-class snorkeling. Perfect as an extension after a safari.

Stone TownGewürztourJozani ForestPajeNungwiMnemba AtollPrison Island

Kilimanjaro + Safari

12–14 Days

The ultimate Tanzania adventure: First climb Africa's highest mountain (6-7 days), then experience the Big Five on safari. For fit and adventurous travelers.

MoshiKilimanjaro (Machame Route)ArushaSerengeti NPNgorongoro-Krater

All Chapters

Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Tanzania

6 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

3 Sections

Regions· 5 Chapters

Chapter 3

Serengeti & Ngorongoro

5 Sections

Chapter 4

Kilimanjaro & Arusha

4 Sections

Chapter 5

Zanzibar

4 Sections

Chapter 6

Dar es Salaam & Coast

4 Sections

Chapter 7

Southern National Parks

3 Sections

Understanding· 2 Chapters

Chapter 8

Land & People

3 Sections

Chapter 9

Food & Drink

3 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 10

Practical A–Z

6 Sections

Chapter 11

Swahili Phrasebook

1 Sections

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Regions at a Glance

Serengeti & Ngorongoro

The heart of the Tanzanian safari: the endless Serengeti with the Great Migration, the Ngorongoro Crater as a natural wonder, Tarangire with its elephant herds, and Lake Manyara National Park.

Serengeti NP (UNESCO)Ngorongoro Crater (UNESCO)Great MigrationTarangire NP+1

Serengeti Ngorongoro Tarangire+1 mehr

Kilimanjaro & Arusha

Africa's highest mountain (5,895 m), the safari capital Arusha, and the gateway to the Northern Circuit. From climbing Kilimanjaro to Arusha National Park.

Kilimanjaro (5,895 m)Machame RouteArushaMount Meru+1

Kilimanjaro Arusha Moshi

Zanzibar

The spice paradise in the Indian Ocean: Stone Town with UNESCO World Heritage, dream beaches, spice tours, the Jozani Forest, and world-class snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll.

Stone Town (UNESCO)Nungwi & KendwaSpice toursJozani Forest+1

Sansibar Stone Town

Dar es Salaam & Coast

Tanzania's largest city and economic center, the historic port city of Bagamoyo, the pristine Mafia Island, and the easily accessible Mikumi National Park.

Dar es SalaamBagamoyo (UNESCO candidate)Mafia IslandMikumi NP

Dar Es Salaam Bagamoyo Mafia Island

Southern National Parks

The wilder, lonelier side of Tanzania: Ruaha with huge elephant herds, the vast Nyerere Reserve (formerly Selous), Katavi, and the chimpanzees of Mahale at Lake Tanganyika.

Ruaha NPNyerere NP (formerly Selous)Katavi NPMahale (chimpanzees)+1

Ruaha Nyerere Katavi

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