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Tanzania holds Africa's highest peak, its most famous plains and one of its dreamiest islands - Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti and Zanzibar in a single country. It's the safari-and-beach combination at its finest.
🇹🇿 Tanzania at a glance
- Capital
- Dodoma
- Largest city
- Dar es Salaam
- Official languages
- English, Swahili
- Area
- 945,087 km² (364,900 mi²)
- Population
- 68.6 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Tanzanian shilling — TZS (Sh)
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Dar es Salaam
- Calling code
- +255
- Plug type
- Type D, G
Data updated: weather 28 min ago · rates 28 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Tanzania is known for
Tanzania holds Africa's highest peak, its most famous plains and one of its dreamiest islands - Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti and Zanzibar in a single country. It's the safari-and-beach combination at its finest, and the early starts are easier with a partner.
- The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
- Zanzibar's beaches and Stone Town
- The great migration's calving season
Tourism in Tanzania
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #7 of 15 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Tanzania
From Arusha to Moshi, these are the places most Tanzania trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Arusha who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Arusha
Safari capital and base for the northern parks.
Stone Town
Zanzibar's spice-trade old city of carved doors and alleys.
Dar es Salaam
Coastal commercial hub and ferry gateway to Zanzibar.
Moshi
Town at the foot of Kilimanjaro, the climbing base.
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Create your tripThings to do in Tanzania
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Safari & plains
- The Serengeti and the great migration
- Wildlife-packed Ngorongoro Crater
- Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
Kilimanjaro & treks
- Climb to the roof of Africa
- Day hikes on Kilimanjaro's lower slopes
- Waterfalls and coffee farms near Moshi
Zanzibar & coast
- White sand and turquoise water
- Spice tours and Stone Town's lanes
- Snorkel and dive the reefs
Culture & food
- Swahili curries and grilled seafood
- Maasai culture near the parks
- Zanzibar's spice-market flavors
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
June to October is the classic dry-season safari window. The migration's dramatic calving season is around January and February. Zanzibar is warm most of the year, with rains heaviest from March to May.
Safety tips
- Book reputable trek and safari operators; agree what's included
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $15-28/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $45-90/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $100-180/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $20-45
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Safaris run in operator 4x4s; light aircraft and ferries connect Arusha, the parks and Zanzibar. In towns, agree taxi fares or use apps where available.
Visa & entry requirements for Tanzania
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Hotels & Homes
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Flights
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Trains
Scenic routes and fast city hops - book train tickets across many countries.
Car Rentals
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Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
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