Tanzania travel FAQs
Quick answers to the questions our guests ask most about travelling to Tanzania, with links to our detailed guides.
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Best time to visit Tanzania
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Open guide →Tanzania weather
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Open guide →Tanzania visa
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Open guide →Yellow fever requirements
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Wheelchair accessible safaris
Ramp vehicles and checked lodges.
Read more →Senior-friendly safaris
Gentle pacing and fly-in options.
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Hotels and lodges across Tanzania.
Where to stay →Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Tanzania?
Most visitors need a visa. Apply online through the official eVisa portal at least two to three weeks before travel.
Is travel insurance mandatory for Tanzania?
Yes. Since 2026, most foreign visitors need a government travel insurance policy of about US$44, and Zanzibar has its own US$44 policy. We also recommend comprehensive private insurance.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate?
Only if you arrive from, or transit for 12 hours or more through, a yellow fever risk country such as Kenya.
When is the best time for a safari in Tanzania?
June to October for dry-season game viewing, and January to February for calving in the southern Serengeti.
Can wheelchair users go on safari in Tanzania?
Yes. We use ramp-equipped vehicles, accessible transfers and lodges we have checked for step-free access.
Are your safaris suitable for seniors?
Yes. We plan gentle itineraries with shorter drives, fly-in options and comfortable lodges.
Can you arrange transfers from Nairobi to Arusha?
Yes. Our wheelchair-accessible shuttles run door to door from Nairobi to Arusha, Moshi and Kilimanjaro.
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