Tanzania is synonymous with safari, home to one of the most visually stunning and wildlife-rich safari circuits on the planet.
From the depths of the Ngorongoro Crater to the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro, the flat expanse of Lake Manyara and the shimmering grasses of the Serengeti National Park, holidays to Tanzania can be as varied as you wish – even including a beach stay on the paradise of the Zanzibar Archipelago to round off your trip.
Find out more about our amazing holidays to Tanzania. Call our Travel Specialists today and book your dream holiday now.
Greig
Travel Specialist
Where to go in Tanzania
Tanzania travel information
- Time zone: +3 GMT
- Flight time: 13 hours
- Recommended airlines: KLM, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways
- Currency: Tanzanian Shilling
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a high risk of malaria in all areas of Tanzania below 1,800m (including Zanzibar). There is no risk of malaria above 1,800m. There is a low potential for exposure to yellow fever throughout Tanzania and there is a certificate requirement. Yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Dodoma (official), Dar es Salaam (commercial)
- Population: 69,419,073
- National languages: Swahili, English
- Electricity and plugs: Type D and G, 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for Tanzania if you have a British passport - apply online
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