Travelers coming from or traveling through countries where yellow fever is prevalent are required to have valid vaccination certificates. However, visitors traveling to East Africa directly from countries such as Europe, the U.S., Japan and other areas without yellow fever do not need vaccination certificates to enter.

It is recommended, however, that visitors consult their trusted physician prior to travel and seek advice on any necessary vaccinations.

The currency in Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling (TShs), while in Kenya the currency is the Kenyan shilling (KShs). It is advisable to check the value of the shilling before traveling.

Visitors may bring a maximum of $10,000 (or euro) per person, and it is important to note that it is illegal to export Tanzanian currency. Foreign currency in cash can be exchanged at commercial banks. There are also bureaux de change at international airports, major cities and border posts.

In local stores and market stalls, payment is usually made in shillings. In bars, restaurants, hotels and for tips to tourist guides payments in dollars or euros are accepted. It is customary to provide about $15 per person per day in tips.

For a comfortable and safe experience during your trip to Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar, it is important to wear appropriate clothing. Lightweight clothing, preferably made of natural fabrics such as cotton and linen, is ideal for pants, shirts and skirts. It is advised to avoid dark blue and black clothing as this can attract the tsé-tsé fly in some areas.

Neutral colored clothing and shades that match the natural environment are best for remaining undetected while observing animals. In higher elevations such as Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro and Arusha, temperatures can be cooler in the evenings and mornings, so warm clothing is more recommended here.

For walks during safaris, comfortable shoes are essential, and it is recommended to bring insect repellent to prevent bites.

In Zanzibar, where the majority of the population practices Islam, visitors are expected to dress modestly. Wearing swimsuits, miniskirts and other revealing clothing is not recommended outside hotels, beaches and resorts.

Be sure to dress appropriately according to these guidelines to make your travel experience comfortable, respectful and memorable.

It is important for visitors to national parks to know that the use of drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) of any size is not permitted. For photography, filming and other purposes, this is for security reasons. Only in exceptional cases can the use of these technologies be considered. Then permits will be issued by the director general of TANAPA.

We kindly ask for your cooperation in complying with these regulations. This is to protect nature and safety in the national parks. Compliance with this public notice contributes to the conservation of natural areas and improves the conservation industry.

We trust that the general public will respect these rules and help protect our beautiful natural environment.