Travelling to Tanzania

Travelling to Tanzania Photography and Filming Rules in Tanzania What you can and cannot photograph in Tanzania, asking people's permission, filming permits for commercial work, and drone rules. October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Souvenirs from Tanzania: What to Buy and What to Avoid From tanzanite and Tingatinga paintings to coffee and kanga cloth. The best souvenirs from Tanzania, where to buy them and what you should not… October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Travel Insurance for Tanzania: Safari, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Travel insurance is essential for Tanzania. What your policy should cover on safari and Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar's insurance rule and evacuation services. October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Is Tanzania Safe to Visit? Tanzania is one of the safest countries in East Africa for visitors. Practical advice on crime, roads, wildlife, health and staying safe in towns. October 17, 20262 min read

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10 days · Signature Machame Route Seven days on the mountain, with a day in Materuni first. 10 days Lemosho Route Eight days from the quiet western side. 10 days Rongai Route Eight days from the quiet northern side.

Health and safety Solo Female Travel in Tanzania Many women travel to Tanzania alone. Practical advice on safety, dress, group departures, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar and meeting other travellers. October 17, 20262 min read Health and safety Common Scams in Tanzania and How to Avoid Them Most visitors to Tanzania never meet a scam, but a few are common. Fake safari operators, airport touts, money exchange tricks and how to… October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Plugs and Electricity in Tanzania Tanzania uses 230V power and Type D and G sockets. What adapter to bring, and how charging works in safari camps and on Kilimanjaro. October 17, 20262 min read Travelling to Tanzania Useful Swahili Phrases for Travellers A few words of Swahili go a long way in Tanzania. Greetings, polite words, numbers and phrases for safari and markets, with pronunciation tips. October 17, 20262 min read

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