Tanzania is home to beautiful sweeping ocean views, delectable food, and stunning resorts for all kinds of travelers. Many visit the enchanting destination to go on safari and witness wildlife species from elephants to birds in their natural habitat. There are many safari destinations to choose from, from the renowned Serengeti National Park to places off the beaten path like Tarangire National Park. Whether you are visiting to view the great migration or other magnificent sightings while on safari, this guide will assist with learning what to pack, when to visit, and how to stay safe while on safari in Tanzania.

When is the best time to visit Tanzania?

Good news – Tanzania is nice to visit all year round. The entire country has a pleasant tropical climate, but there are large regional climatic variations, mostly influenced by elevation. The hottest and most humid part of the country is the coast, with temperatures around 30C and little temperature drop in the evenings. Low-lying areas like Lake Eyasi and Moshi are also hot, but less humid.

Best campsites & lodges in Tanzania

Based on our own experience that of many other roadtrippers, we’ve out together an overview of our favourite campsites & lodges in Tanzania, catering to all budgets. 

Accommodation prices in the Northern Safari Circuit are quite steep if you’re not pitching your own tent, but standards are high. Expect to pay the following:

• up to US $ 150 for a budget double room
• up to US $ 350 for a mid-range room 
• beyond US $ 400 for deluxe accommodation

Add around $100 per price range if you’re staying at a Mobile Camp inside a National Park.

Money

Most restaurants and lodges in Arusha, Dar es Salaam and in the most popular tourist areas accept debit and credit cards. ATMs are widely available across the country in all bigger provincial towns. Stanbic Bank, Standard Chartered, Barclays and CRDB are your most reliable banks, accepting Maestro, MasterCard and Visa. These banks are not widely available along the coast and the interior. We strongly recommend that you bring some additional Euros or US Dollars with you in cash for unforeseen things. Also, bring additional cards, as the daily uptake with a foreign card is limited at the ATMs. US Dollars (bills not older than 2006) and Euros can be changed to Tanzanian Shillings at any Forex Office in most provincial towns. NOTE: fuel can only be paid in cash in Tanzanian Shillings.

Gifted with sights like the Kilimanjaro Mountain, the Ngorongoro Crater, the Great Wildebeests, the remarkable coastal towns like Zanzibar and so many others, Tanzania is sure to make your celebratory holiday the most thrilling, exciting and uniquely ideal honeymoon better than it appeared in your dreams. Here’s a look at some of the places and things you can get to take part in should you happen to opt for Tanzania as your paradise destination.

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