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Travelling to Tanzania Tanzania’s Plastic Bag Ban: What Travellers Need to Know Single-use plastic bags have been banned in Tanzania since 2019. What is and is not allowed, airport checks, and what to pack instead. October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Money in Tanzania: Shillings, Dollars, Cards and ATMs Tanzania uses the shilling, but US dollars are widely accepted for tourism. What to bring, card payments, ATMs, which notes are accepted and tipping… October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Malaria in Tanzania: Prevention, Tablets and Symptoms Malaria is present in most of Tanzania, including Zanzibar. Where the risk is highest, the tablets your doctor may suggest, and how to avoid… October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Vaccinations for Tanzania, Including Yellow Fever Which vaccinations you need for Tanzania, when the yellow fever certificate is required, and what to discuss with your doctor before you travel. October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Tanzania Tourist Visa: How to Apply Online Most visitors need a visa for Tanzania. How to apply for the e-visa, what it costs, how long it takes and what you need… October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit: The Longest Route on Kilimanjaro The Northern Circuit circles almost all the way round Kilimanjaro over nine days. Why it has the best acclimatisation and the fewest crowds of… October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Rongai Route: Kilimanjaro from the Quiet North Rongai is the only route that starts on Kilimanjaro's northern side. Gentle slopes, less rain, Mawenzi Tarn and few other climbers. The itinerary and… October 17, 20262 min read Kilimanjaro Marangu Route: Climbing Kilimanjaro with Huts Marangu is the only Kilimanjaro route with huts all the way. What the huts are like, the six-day itinerary, and why it is not… October 17, 20262 min read

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