| International Flights |
Passports / Visas |
Arrange your flights to arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport
in Arusha, Tanzania.
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or Trip Network, Inc.
Tanzania can be accessed by several routes.
Most airlines fly though Europe. KLM Dutch Airlines
flies through Amsterdam to Dar es Salaam and
Kilimanjaro. Swissair, Gulf Air, Air Zimbabwe, Egypt
Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways and South
African Airways are other airlines to connect to via
the African gateways. |
Ensure your passports and required visas are up to date. The cost of a
visa is
dependent on your nationality. Requirements for passports and visas change regularly - it is the responsibility of all visitors to Tanzania to obtain all necessary visas in advance of travel. Contact a diplomatic advisor before departure.
US Embassy in Tanzania: http://usembassy.state.gov/tanzania/
Government of United Republic of Tanzania (in the UK):
http://www.tanzania-online.gov.uk/ |
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Customs / Duty Free |
Vaccinations |
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Personal items: binoculars and cameras, 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 250 grams of tobacco and one pint of spirits (provided the traveler is at least 16 years of age). |
Vaccinations against hepatitis A, polio and typhoid are recommended. At least 10 weeks prior to departure, one should have a
MMR, TD, and influenza shot. For more specific requirements visit the
Center for
Disease Control. |
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Recommended Travel Items |
Medication |
Lightweight cotton clothing
Sunglasses
Camera, camcorder, binoculars
Hats
Comfortable slacks or shorts
Sun lotion
Low-heeled walking shoes
Insect repellent
Lightweight sweater
Swimming suits
Flashlight |
Pharmacists are limited in Tanzania. Please bring your own medications to last during your visit. |
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Water and Electricity |
Currency |
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Water supplies are safe in urban areas and established resorts. Outside main cities and safari camps/lodges be sure to boil or sterilize water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should be boiled or otherwise sterilized.
Electricity supply: 240V AC, 50 Hz. Plugs may be round or square 3-pin, fused or
unfused. |
The local currency unit is the Tanzania Shilling (=100 cents). Money may be changed at authorized dealers, commercial banks or
bureaus de change at international airports, major towns and at many safari lodges.
Travelers checks are easy to change. Visa and American Express are the most widely recognized credit cards, while
Access/Master Card and Diners Club both have limited acceptance.
Lion's Safari can help you exchange the currency from the following countries into the Tanzanian shilling:
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United States |
France |
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Canada |
Italy |
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United Kingdom |
Japan |
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Germany |
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Communications |
Public Holidays |
Reliable telephone and postage service exist in the main towns throughout the country. Remote areas (except for upmarket resorts) will be less well equipped. A direct international dialing service is available from the major cities, hotels and lodges.
International telephone country code: 255 |
| 1 |
January |
New Year's Day |
| 12 |
January |
Zanzibar Revolution Day |
| 26 |
April |
Union Day |
| 1 |
May |
Labour Day |
| 7 |
July |
Industrial Day |
| 8 |
August |
Peasants' Day |
| 9 |
December |
Independence Day |
| 25 |
December |
Christmas Day |
| 26 |
December |
Boxing Day |
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