Incase you are wondering what you  need to packing  before traveling to Tanzania,We got you covered from packing lists health, safety, entry requirements, currency, culture, transport, and more.

🌍 AFRICAN  SAFARI  PACKING LIST  

Packing list for Tanzania safari

 Long-sleeved shirts and trousers: temperatures can drop at night and it keeps mosquitoes away and protects you from the

• Shorts
• T-shirts
• Rain jacket
• Fleece jacket/ warm sweater
• Socks
• Nice outfit: for dinners or when you spend time in a city
• Sarong: very useful for women to wrap around if you need to go to the toilet in the bush or after a
• Swimsuit
• Sunglasses
• Daypack: a small one that you can take with you on daily tips the best thing is to wear layers of light breathable clothes. Mornings and evenings can be quite cool in Tanzania while during the day it can become pretty hot. Choose neutral colors to keep the bugs away and don’t scare off the

Footwear

• A pair of sneakers or trail runners: hiking shoes are only necessary if you are going to climb a mountain, otherwise, choose lighter
• Flip-flops or sandals: comfortable when you relax at your accommodation, go swimming or take a

Toiletries

 Pack the usual things like soap, toothpaste, shampoo, and conditioner,

• Sunscreen/After-sun lotion(Optional)
• Bug spray/ insect repellent with DEET
• Lip balm with SFP
• Wet wipes: if you have to go to the toilet or clean anything during your safari.

Medical Kit

• Antidiarrheal medications
• Anti-malaria medications
• Hand sanitizer
• Painkillers like aspirin
• Nose spray
• Eye-drops: it can be very dusty on the African plains
• Plasters and anti-bacterial medicines
• Tweezer Gadgets/electronics
• Camera
• Charger or/and batteries
• Extra memory card
• Headlamp/flashlight
• Phone: a lot of accommodations offer free WIFI
• Universal plug converters
• Binocular(Optional)

Note. Pack valuable electronics in a waterproof bag to protect it against dust and rains. Documents

• Passport: valid a minimum of 6 months prior to
• Yellow fever health card: they can ask for it upon arrival at the
• Visa: upon arrival
• Credit card
• Cash dollars: note that in Tanzania only US bills newer than 2006 are

. Entry Requirements

• Visa: Most travelers need a visa. You can:

  • Apply online via the Tanzania eVisa portal

  • Get a visa on arrival at main airports (check for your nationality)

• Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry with at least one blank page.

• Yellow Fever Certificate:

  • Required if arriving from a country with yellow fever risk.

  • Not required if coming directly from most western countries.

💉 2. Health & Vaccinations

• Routine vaccines: MMR, DTP, Polio, Varicella, Flu, COVID-19

• Recommended vaccines:

  • Hepatitis A & B

  • Typhoid

  • Yellow Fever (especially if near endemic regions)

  • Rabies (if rural travel or wildlife contact expected)

  • Cholera (for rural/poor sanitation areas)

• Malaria: Tanzania is a high-risk area.

  • Take antimalarial medication.

  • Use insect repellent, long sleeves, mosquito nets.

🏥 3. Health Tips

• Drink bottled or filtered water.

• Avoid ice and raw foods unless you trust the source.

• Use sunscreen, and be prepared for high UV exposure.

• Bring a first aid kit and any prescription medications.

💸 4. Money & Costs

• Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

• Credit cards: Accepted in major hotels/lodges; cash is essential in rural areas.

• ATMs: Available in cities but not always reliable.

• Budget: Tanzania ranges from budget backpacker to luxury safari.

🚐 5. Transportation

• Domestic flights: Common for safaris and Zanzibar.

• Buses/dala-dalas: Cheap but crowded and chaotic.

• Taxis: Agree on a price in advance (no meters).

• Car rental: 4×4 recommended for safaris; drive on the left.

• Train: Limited but scenic between Dar es Salaam and the interior.

🌦️ 6. Best Time to Visit

• Dry Season (Best): June to October — perfect for safaris and wildlife spotting.

• Short Rains: November–December