Travel Tips to Kenya and Tanzania
REQUIREMENTS
All visitors to Tanzania (except citizens of the Commonwealth and
other specified countries) require a valid passport and visa. Visas
can be obtained from any Tanzania Diplomatic Mission or consulate or
from main Tanzania entry points. Applicants can also write to the
Principal Immigration Officer, PO Box 512, Dar es Salaam and request
the required documents. Visitors entering Tanzania through a point
where no immigration officer is on duty must report to the nearest
immigration office within 24 hours of entry.
CUSTOMS
Personal effects including:
binoculars, cameras, and film may be imported temporarily free of
duty. A customs bond may be demanded from visitors bringing in
video/filming equipment, radios, tape recorders and musical
instruments to ensure the goods are re-exported. Firearms require a
special permit. Liquor (1 pint) tobacco (200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or
250 grams) are tax free for individuals of 16 years and older.
Visitors buying valuable gems, skin articles, makonde carvings and
other local handcrafts must keep cash sales receipts for presentation
to customs officials on departure.
TRAVEL
FEES
An airport tax in convertible foreign currency is levied on all visitors
departing the country. Baggage is weighed at check-in counters and is
subject to inspection by customs officials.
HEALTH
Visitors originating from countries with possible exposure to cholera
and yellow fever should travel with valid vaccination certificates.
Mosquito control efforts and the high altitude of Northern Tanzania
greatly reduce the risks of contracting Malaria. It is recommended
visitors consult with their medical professional before traveling. A
preventative treatment plan may be necessary before, during and after
the trip.
CLOTHING
Informal attire is appropriate on safari and on the coast. Clothing
should be light-weight and light in color on safari. Warm clothing is
recommended in the evenings and particularly in higher altitudes.
Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro areas, Usambara and the
Southern Highlands are areas where warmer clothing may be needed.
Low-heeled walking shoes are recommended. Other accessories like a hat,
sunglasses, swimsuits, flashlight, and insect repellent will be useful. |
