Size
945,203 sq km (364,898 sq mi)
Travel Tips
Plan Your Tanzanian Adventure
From visas and flights to packing lists and cultural etiquette, here’s everything you need for a smooth, joy-filled journey.
Travel Tips
From visas and flights to packing lists and cultural etiquette, here’s everything you need for a smooth, joy-filled journey.
945,203 sq km (364,898 sq mi)
Approx. 67 million residents across 120+ tribes
Dodoma capital, with key hubs in Arusha, Dar es Salaam, and Stone Town
Swahili & English widely spoken; local dialects flourish regionally
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS); US dollars accepted in many lodges
Dry: Jun–Oct & Dec–Feb
Green: Mar–May & Nov
20–30°C (68–86°F); cooler evenings in highlands
Kilimanjaro (JRO), Julius Nyerere (DAR), Zanzibar (ZNZ), Arusha (ARK)
Most travellers secure an e-visa or visa on arrival; always confirm before departure
Safari King Africa is here to make your Tanzanian adventure effortless—from the moment you plan to the day you return home. Dive into our essential guides below for timing your safari, navigating logistics, understanding culture, and packing with confidence.
The dry season (June–October) offers classic safari conditions and clear beach days. Shoulder months deliver lush landscapes, fewer vehicles, and excellent value.
Read the Seasonal Guide
Most guests fly into Kilimanjaro for northern safaris or Dar es Salaam for southern circuits. From there, choose scenic drives or fly-in hops directly to the bush.
Plan Your Arrival
Understand how much to budget for gratuities, what currency to carry, and how card payments work in remote camps so you’re never caught off guard.
View Money Advice
Connect respectfully with Tanzania’s 120+ tribes. Learn common Swahili phrases, etiquette tips, and how to enrich every community visit.
Explore Cultural Insights
Warm savannah days, cool highland nights, and occasional coastal breezes—plan your layers and expectations with our month-by-month breakdown.
Check the Forecast
Pack lightweight layers, a soft-sided duffel, and safari-friendly accessories that keep you comfortable on game drives and bush flights alike.
Browse the Packing List
From the Great Migration to endemic bird species, Tanzania brims with wildlife. Discover what to expect in each ecosystem before you arrive.
Meet the Wildlife