Your questions about Tanzania

How long is a flight from France to Tanzania?

A direct flight from Paris to Tanzania takes between 11h30 and 12 hours. For Zanzibar, allow 15 hours total with a stopover in Dar es Salaam or Mombasa (Kenya), including a connecting flight to the archipelago.

How can I stay connected in Tanzania with my phone and internet?

In Tanzania, you can use your phone with a local SIM card or call from public phone booths (€1.2-1.5/min to abroad). Internet is accessible via internet cafés, with WiFi still limited in accommodations.

How do you say hello and thank you in Tanzania?

In Tanzania, "Jambo" means hello and good evening, and "Asante" means thank you. These Swahili expressions will help you create a warm connection with locals during your safari.

How do you get around in Tanzania?

In Tanzania, you can travel by train (Tanzara, Central Railway), by plane to reach parks quickly, by ferry to the islands and lakes, or by road with buses, dalla-dalla, taxis, or a car with driver.

When should you travel to Tanzania?

Tanzania can be visited year-round except March to May (rainy season). Best periods are July-October for classic safaris, December for families, June-July for culture, and January-March for the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti.

What should you pack for a trip to Tanzania?

For a trip to Tanzania, pack cotton clothing for the heat, warm outfits for the mountains, hiking shoes, a first aid kit, mosquito net, camera, and a waterproof bag for your documents.

What is the climate in Tanzania?

Tanzania has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons: the rainy season from March to May and the dry season from June to October. Temperatures range from 16-18°C in the central valleys to 30°C on the coast and Zanzibar.

What is the time difference between Tanzania and France?

Tanzania is 2 hours ahead of France in winter and 1 hour ahead in summer. When it is 10 a.m. in Paris, it is 12 p.m. in Dar es Salaam in winter and 11 a.m. in summer.

What type of government is in power in Tanzania?

Tanzania is a federal presidential republic where the president serves as both head of state and head of government. The country gained independence on April 26, 1964, following German and British occupation.

What is the capital of Tanzania?

Tanzania's capital is Dodoma, located in the centre of the country. However, Dar es Salaam remains the main economic hub and the country's largest city.

What language is spoken in Tanzania?

Swahili is the main language of Tanzania, spoken by 57% of the population as their sole language. English is understood by only 15% of residents. Around a hundred minority languages also coexist in the country.

What is the currency and exchange rate in Tanzania?

The Tanzanian currency is the Tanzanian Shilling (TSH). Exchange rates fluctuate regularly—check before you depart. You can exchange money at banks, exchange offices, or hotels, which also accept euros, dollars, and credit cards.

What is the main religion practiced in Tanzania?

In Tanzania, 62% of the population is Christian and 33% Muslim according to US estimates. Islam dominates in Zanzibar, while animist practices (1.8%) persist among certain communities such as the Maasai in the north of the country.

What is the area of Tanzania?

Tanzania covers a total area of 945,087 km², making it the 13th largest country in Africa and one of the continent's most expansive nations.

What are the endemic animals of Tanzania?

Tanzania is home to iconic wildlife including the Big Five: lions, black rhinoceros, leopards, buffalo, and elephants. The country also features endemic species such as the red colobus of Zanzibar and various bird species unique to Tanzania's mountains.

What are the most famous gastronomic dishes in Tanzania?

The most famous Tanzanian dishes are ugali (cornmeal or cassava flour with stew), fragrant rice dishes (pilaf, biryani, spiced pilau), and along the coasts, seafood such as lobsters, octopus and crabs prepared in Swahili style.

What are the mandatory and recommended vaccines for a trip to Tanzania?

No vaccine is mandatory for French travellers to Tanzania following the removal of the yellow fever certificate requirement. However, several vaccines remain strongly recommended: yellow fever, hepatitis A and B, typhoid, DTCP, plus antimalarial treatment.

What types of accommodation can you find in Tanzania?

Tanzania offers several accommodation types: budget to luxury hotels in major cities (Arusha, Zanzibar), mid-range guesthouses, safari lodges, campsites and canvas camps for safaris. Accommodation options are more limited in smaller towns.