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Tanzania happens to be one of the safest countries in East Africa and it receives its fair share of tourists, eager to get out into the premier national parks. Known for its abundant wildlife, first-rate national parks, Indian Ocean coast and easy going locals, Tanzania ticks many boxes for visitors. Even though it’s safe to travel to Tanzania, as a tourist you need to follow some rules, which will ensure that your trip to Tanzania goes without a hitch.
Below are some safety tips for your stay in Tanzania as well as the dos and don’ts on how to get about in the cities.
Tanzania Safety Tips For Safaris
- Always follow your guide’s advice; stay in the vehicle if they say so must, do not hang your head out of the windows, never stand up in the vehicle or sit on the roof.
- Stay with your group on a walking safari, do not wander off on your own and always walk in a single line.
- Predators can easily track sudden movements, so do not run or jog in the wildlife park or reserves, walk at a steady pace with your group.
- Never come between a hippo and the water; blocking their path could cause panic and the hippo might charge.
- Pack warm clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and carry plenty of water on safari. Also, use insect repellent spray as a preventive measure against mosquitoes.
- If you’re driving yourself on safari, ensure that your vehicle maintains a safe distance from wildlife and always park in a designated area.
Tanzania Safety Tips For Cities
As a tourist there are rules to follow in a foreign country, certain things that are normal in your home country may be illegal in others. Tanzania has a few rules and regulations for visitors that they should be aware of before they travel to Tanzania.
✔ Dos
- Always follow your guide’s advice, especially in the cities.
- Avoid bringing or wearing expensive jewellery in Tanzania. If necessary lock it in a hotel safe when you go out and about. The same goes for any other valuables such as cameras, phones, passports, credit cards and wallets. Carry only what is necessary and keep it out of sight or under your clothes.
- Carry copies of important documents, such as passport and visa, in your luggage.
- Tourists need to be vaccinated against diseases such as hepatitis A&B, meningitis, rabies, malaria, yellow fever and typhoid. Speak with your doctor and make sure all vaccinations are up to date before your trip.
✔ Don’ts
- In Tanzania, it’s illegal to urinate in public.
- Using, buying and selling drugs is against the country’s rules.
- Tourists are forbidden to speak on their phones in a bank.
- Don’t leave your luggage unattended.
How safe is Tanzania? The above Tanzania travel advice sheds light on the precautions one needs to take while visiting a foreign country. The primary thing to keep in mind is to follow the rules and keep an eye on your belongings.
Tanzania Safaris
3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara National Park
- 3 Days
Our Tanzania safari, which includes Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:3 Days
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Start/end:Start/end in Arusha
7-Day Classic Tanzania Tour
- 7 Days
Explore four of Tanzania's renowned national parks for the opportunity to see Africa's big five and...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:7 Days
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Start/end:Start in Arusha - Moshi, end in Moshi - Arusha
5 Days Safari Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Lake Manyara
- 5 Days
This safari takes you to four of the very best national parks in Tanzania. Lake Manyara is a pretty park...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:5 Days
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Start/end:Start/end in Moshi
3-Day Tanzania Private Safari
- 3 Days
On this popular safari, you will discover two of Africa’s seven natural wonders: watching the breathtaking...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:3 Days
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Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
4 Days Camping Safari Tanzania
- 4 Days
A Tanzania safari is a once in a lifetime holiday travel experience. It touches something deep within...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:4 Days
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Start/end:Start in Arusha or Moshi, end in Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
Ngorongoro Crater Full Day Tour
- 1 Days
Explore the Ngorongoro Crater and the magnificent world that lies within its imposing rim walls on a...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
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Length:1 Days
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Start/end:Start/end in Arusha
5-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking Marangu Route
- 5 Days
Kilimanjaro's Marangu route is fairly easy overall despite the difficult final push to the summit. The...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:5 Days
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Start/end:Start/end in Moshi, Kilimanjaro
6 Days Wildebeest Migration Lodge Safari
- 6 Days
This safari takes in some of the very best wildlife destinations in northern Tanzania: Tarangire National...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:6 Days
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
3 Days Zanzibar to Serengeti Fly-In Safari
- 3 Days
Experience the trip of your dreams! Skip the long 7-hour drive from Arusha to Serengeti and opt for a...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:3 Days
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Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
3-Day Ngorongoro Highland Trekking
- 3 Days
A beautiful safari area, the Ngorongoro Highlands is a dramatic range of volcanic mountains straddling...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Departures:Year Round
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Length:3 Days
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Start/end:Start/end in Moshi or Arusha