About
Tanzania is a country in East Africa, known for its natural attractions such as Serengeti National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Cities and Resorts
Connectivity & Internet
Average Speed25 Mbps
4G Coveragegood in cities, improving in safari areas
SIM from Vodacom, Airtel or Tigo costs $5-15 for 5-20GB. Coverage improving in Serengeti/Ngorongoro. Zanzibar has good coverage.
Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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D
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UK Type G and Indian Type D plugs. Voltage 230V. British colonial heritage. Universal adapter recommended
Local Transport
Operators: Shabiby Line, Dar Express, ABC Upper Class
Booking: John Magufuli Bus Terminal, online
Popular Routes
Dar es Salaam - Arusha10h
TZS 36805-61341
Dar es Salaam - Mwanza15h
TZS 49073-85877
SGR (first electrified in region) connects Dar es Salaam to Dodoma in 4 hours. TAZARA goes to Zambia. John Pombe Magufuli Bridge opened June 2025 - Tanzania's longest. Dar bus terminal handles 3000+ buses daily.
Local Cuisine
Ugali
sukuma wiki
mandazi
Tipping
Local term: Tip
Restaurants
10%Taxi
Round up fareHotels
Porter2-5 USD per bag
Housekeeping2-5 USD per day
Concierge5-10 USD for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)15-25 USD per person
Driver (per day)10-15 USD per person
Tipping is expected in Tanzania, especially for safari guides and drivers. USD preferred. Safari tips are important income.