Tanzania

Tanzania


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Travel Information


Electricity

Plug Type: Type D and Type GVoltage (V): 230Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50’* A travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your…

Banking

Currency Local currency: Tanzanian Shilling Symbol: TSh ISO code: TZS Subunit: Cent Banknotes: 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, and…

Cuisine

Food and water safety: Can you drink the tap water: No Fresh fruit and veg: Yes Ice: No Meat: Yes Street food: Yes Local…

Climate

Annual rainfall: Varies by region, averaging around 1,000 mm Average temperature: 25°C Summer: Average highs: 30°C Average lows:…

Transport

Air: Main airlines: Air Tanzania, Precision Air International Airports: Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International…

Dress

Spring and Summer Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes Lightweight warm clothes: No Winter and Autumn Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters,…

Electricity

Plug Type: Type D and Type GVoltage (V): 230Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50'* A travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your appliances.

Banking

Currency Local currency: Tanzanian Shilling Symbol: TSh ISO code: TZS Subunit: Cent Banknotes: 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, and 20000 shillings Coins: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 shillings Banking Card Transactions: Yes ATMs: Yes Mastercard: Yes Visa: Yes American Express: No Diner’s club: No Banking Hours: Weekdays: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Weekends: Closed Public Holidays: Yes (limited hours) Foreign exchange services: Yes 

Cuisine

Food and water safety: Can you drink the tap water: No Fresh fruit and veg: Yes Ice: No Meat: Yes Street food: Yes Local cuisine: Tanzanian cuisine reflects its diverse cultural influences, offering a blend of Indian, Arab, and European flavors. Staple foods include ugali (maize porridge), nyamachoma (grilled meat), pilau (spiced rice), and chapati. Traditional dishes like mshikaki (marinated meat skewers) and samosas are popular street foods. Don't miss trying the Swahili cuisine with its rich seafood dishes. Drinks: Notable local drinks include Tangawizi (ginger soda), Tembo (local beer), and Konyagi (a spirit). Tipping: 10-15% 

Climate

Annual rainfall: Varies by region, averaging around 1,000 mm Average temperature: 25°C Summer: Average highs: 30°C Average lows: 20°C Winter: Average highs: 25°C Average lows: 15°C Best time to visit: The best time to visit Tanzania is during the dry season, from June to October, when wildlife viewing in national parks like Serengeti and Ngorongoro is optimal. 

Transport

Air: Main airlines: Air Tanzania, Precision Air International Airports: Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International Airport Domestic Airports: Zanzibar International Airport Road: Driving on the: Left Tar roads: Yes Gravel roads: Yes Valid International Driver's License needed: Yes Car hire available: Yes Taxis: Yes E-hailing services: No Bus: Inter-city bus services: Yes Local city bus networks: Yes Rail: Railway system: Limited Subway System: No Water: Ferries: Yes Water taxis: Yes Leisure cruises: Yes 

Dress

Spring and Summer Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes Lightweight warm clothes: No Winter and Autumn Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Recommended Heavyweight clothing and boots: No General Umbrella and raincoat: Yes Warm gloves, hat and scarf: Yes Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes Walking shoes: Yes Casual: Yes Smart-casual attire: Yes