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Travel Prepared.
Explore With Confidence.

Practical guidance for a thoughtful Tanzanian journey.

Discuss Your Trip
Before you travelPlan with the right advice
During your journeyStay safe and look after yourself
Help when you need itKnow who to contact

Your Wellbeing Matters

Prepare ahead, follow local guidance and share practical needs with your travel team.

Before You Travel

Speak to a Travel Health Professional

Ask a qualified clinician about destination-specific health advice, medicines and vaccinations for your itinerary. Discuss mosquito-borne illness prevention and any personal health needs.

Arrange Suitable Insurance

Review cover for medical treatment, evacuation and your planned activities. Check current entry insurance requirements for mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.

Prepare Your Essentials

Pack prescribed medicines, relevant documents and emergency contacts. Check medicine rules and carry your insurer's assistance details.

Requirements and health advice can change. Check current official guidance before departure.

CDC Tanzania travel health Official health guidance Current entry requirements
Shaded beach loungers beneath coconut palms

Everyday Travel Care

  • Stay hydrated, seek shade and protect your skin from the sun.
  • Use appropriate insect protection and follow your clinician's advice.
  • Choose safe drinking water and practise hand hygiene.
  • Tell your guide early if you feel unwell. Seek medical attention when needed.

Safari & Activity Safety

Elephant and calves in grassland

Wildlife Encounters

Keep a respectful distance, stay in designated areas and follow your guide's instructions.

Safari vehicle on a track with zebras

Road & Vehicle Travel

Wear seat belts where fitted and remain seated while the vehicle is moving. Follow instructions when viewing wildlife.

Ocean and white sand beach in Zanzibar

Ocean & Outdoor Activities

Use qualified operators and discuss conditions, equipment and your ability before taking part.

If You Need Help

For urgent danger or illness, seek local emergency assistance and alert your guide or accommodation team. Keep your insurer's assistance details accessible.

For an ambulance in Tanzania, call 112. This inquiry form is for trip-planning questions.

Contact Our Team

Tell Us What You Need

Share practical needs or questions before your trip and our team will be in touch.

Our team will review your question and contact you.

Useful Questions Before You Go

Where can I find current travel health advice?

Start with CDC's Tanzania guidance and your government's travel advice. A qualified travel health professional can advise on your personal needs and itinerary.

Can you discuss dietary or accessibility needs?

Yes. Share your practical requirements so we can discuss suitable routes, properties and activities, then confirm arrangements with providers before booking.

What should I include in my travel insurance checks?

Check medical treatment, evacuation, planned activities, exclusions and declared health conditions with your insurer. Also review current entry insurance requirements.

General travel information; individual medical advice comes from a qualified clinician.