INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
British Airways fly direct to Dar es Salaam. From
Heathrow three times weekly, flying time is 9 hours, 40 Minutes.
Other carriers operate to Tanzania via Europe. KLM from
Amsterdam to Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, Swiss Air from Zurich
to Dar es Salaam, Air India flies to Dar es Salaam via Mumbai,
Emirates via Dubai and Ethiopian Airline via Addis Ababa. Gulf
Air/Oman Air fly to Oar es Salaam and Zanzibar via Muscat.
Regional carriers into Tanzania include Air Tanzania,
Air Kenya, Kenya Airways, Precision Air and South African Airways.
Domestic carriers; Air Tanzania, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air,
Regional Air Services and Zan Air link the major cities tourist
attractions and game parks in Tanzania. Air Tanzania, Precision
Air, Coastal Aviation
and Zan Air fly between the Mainland and Zanzibar.
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS
International flights
serve Oar es Salaam 8 miles from the City Centre and Kilimanjaro
(JRO) 31
miles from Arusha. Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) airport is 5 miles from
Kisauni,
PASSPORTS AND VISAS
Most visitors require visa with the exception of citizens of certain
countries of the Commonwealth. It is advisable to obtain them
in advance from Embassies and High
Commissions as several airlines insist on them prior to departure.
They can also be obtained on arrival at Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro
International Airports and at the Namanga Gate on the Tanzania/Kenya
boarder, Requirements may change, so you are advised to contact
the appropriate Diplomatic or Consular Authority before finalizing
your travel arrangements. Although part of the Union of Tanzania,
Zanzibar remains independent, so passports & Tanzania visas
are required even on a day’s visit,
IMMUNISATION AND
HEALTH
Visitors from countries infected
with Cholera and Yellow fever must produce international certificates
of vaccination; this is particularly relevant for those travelling
from neighbouring African countries,
The UK Department of Health recommends vaccinations
against Hepatitis A, polio and typhoid. It is essential for visitors
to take a course of anti-malaria tablets commencing two weeks
before travel, Modern medical services are available in Dar es
Salaam and other major Centres, There are only a limited number
of chemists in the country, so visitors can are advised to bring
their own medicines with them
WHAT TO TAKE
Don’t forget the camera, camcorder and binoculars and take
a torch for finding your way around your camp at night. Stock
up with replacement batteries for all these goods. Take sunglasses,
hat, sun lotion, lip balm and some insect repellent. It is better
not to get stung even if you are taking ant- malaria tablets.
It’s best to take any medicines required for the duration
of the visit. A spare pair of glasses or contact
lenses is also a good idea. Take plenty of films; it is difficult
to obtain outside the main centres, while traveller's cheques
can be exchanged in cities and towns. Banking facilities in remote
areas are restricted, so take plenty of cash.
TRAVEL LIGHT
Some safari/air charters limit baggage to a 10- 15 kilo maximum.
LANGUAGE
English is widely spoken but a few words of Swahili are appreciated.
CURRENCY
The unit of currency is the Tanzanian Shilling, which is divided
into 100 cents. Visitors can take in any amount of foreign currency,
no currency declaration is required, but Import and export of
Tanzanian currency is illegal. Most major currencies particularly
US Dollars and travellers’ cheques are accepted and are
convertible at banks
and bureaux de Change in the main towns and tourist areas,
Credit cards are not widely accepted and carry
poor exchange rates. Visitors will probably be expected to pay
park entrance fees in foreign currency. DO NOT change money in
the Street however favourable the rate appears.
ON SAFARI
Distances in Tanzania are vast, and travel by road can be tiring,
it is wise to spend more time in few parks. You wilt see more
and won’t return home exhausted, Keep your distance from
animals and be quiet to avoid distressing them.
Always follow the instructions of your ranger
or guide. Don’t leave your vehicle in the parks except in
designated places. Keep to recognized tracks to avoid damaging
vegetation,
WHAT TO WEAR
It never gets really cold in Tanzania so light weight clothing
is the norm. On safari avoid brightly coloured clothes they may
alarm the animals. Browns, beiges and
khaki are preferred. Short sleeve shirts/blouses and shorts are
deal, but pack a sweater: it can be chilly in the early morning
and in the Evening.
Wear a hat to avoid sunstroke and don’t
forget a swimsuit. Shoes should be sensible - walking through
the bush is not like strolling through Hyde Park and for climbing
Kilimanjaro or Mount Meru take thermal underwear, a rain jacket.
Good Socks and sturdy boots. Short for women are acceptable but
not too short. Women should carry a wrap to cover their legs in
towns or villages as revealing clothes can cause offence, especially
in Zanzibar and other Muslim areas. On the beach, and within the
confines of beach hotels, normal swimmer is acceptable but nudity
certainly is not
TIPPING
Not normally obligatory but a tip for exceptional service -a maximum
of 10% -will be appreciated. Tip USS1O - USS15 per day for drivers
or tour guides but remember an
excessive tip can make it difficult for the next customer.
AIRPORT TAX.
An airport tax of US$30 is levied, which may be included in the
price of an air ticket.
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