Tanzania and Island of Zanzibar

    Tanzania belongs to the countries of East Africa. This large country borders on Kenya and Uganda in the north (Including Lake Victoria). Rwanda, Burundi and DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo) in the west, Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique in the South. All eastern side of the country is a long approximately 1400 km Indian Ocean coast line. Many islands can be found of the coast of mainland. The most famous for tourism is Zanzibar Island which is located just 25 km off the coast.
Tanzania has a one of the highest concentration of National Parks in Africa. The largest African National Park - Selous with the territory of 56000 square km located in southern part of Tanzania.
Please do not forget the highest peak in Africa - Kilimanjaro Mountain with Uhuru Peak of 5895 meters as well as most famous National Parks of Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and others.
   About 58 million people live in this African country, representing at least 100 different ethnic groups and cultures. The main one is Sukuma (about 16% of population) followed by Nyamwezi. The Capital and business centre of the country is Dar Es Salaam, which has a population of about 6 million people and considered to be the largest city in East Africa and number 7 in Africa.
Tanzania has a fascinating history. German rule began in mainland Tanzania during the late 19 th century when Germany formed German East Africa. This was followed by British rule after Second World War. The mainland was governed as Tanganyika (in Swahili language means Sail and Wilderness), with the Zanzibar Archipelago remaining a separate colonial jurisdiction. Following their respective independence in 1961 and 1963, the two entities merged in 1964 to form the United Republic of Tanzania. The countries had joined the British Commonwealth in 1961 and Tanzania is still a member of the Commonwealth today.
The tourism sector is well developed in this country with a large choice of safaris and tours and with the outstanding beach holidays on Zanzibar Island and neighbouring smaller islands. The main airport for arrival of tourists are: Kilimanjaro airport, Zanzibar airport and Dar Es Salaam airport.

Territory:               947000 square km

Capital:                 Dar Es Salaam

The largest cities: Dar Es Salaam, Mwanza, Arusha, Dodoma

Languages:          Swahili,English 

Population:          58 million people

Currency:            The Tanzanian shilling (TZS) Bank notes from 5000 to 10000 Shillings

Main products:  Agricultural products such as maize, cassava, tobacco,  Minerals -pozzolana, salt, gypsum, copper, tin and others, Natural gas and Oil, Spices and fish mostly on Zamzibar Island.

Exports: Precious Stones and Metals, Tobacco, Oil Seeds, Coffee, Copper, Mineral Fuels including Oil, Fish, Vegetables

Climate: The climate is tropical and humid. Humidity is higher off the coast. On the coast, an average of 27 ° C and a temperature drop of about 2 ° C for every 300 meters of height. In the capital, in Nairobi, at an altitude of 1,675 meters, the average temperature is around 19 ° C. Arid plains with temperatures ranging from 21 ° C to 27 ° C.

Time Zone: The time zone is 1 hour behind Moscow

Visa Requirements: For all nationalities (some are exempted from visa, please consult us) a visa is required. The visa is obtained at the border upon entering the country. Cost 50 dollars. Passport must be valid for 6 months from the date of entry.

Credit Cards: Credit cards are accepted in all major hotels and lodges, as well as in restaurants. But we recommend you to pay cash in restaurants and shops.

Foreign currency exchange: Exchange in banks and in currency exchange kiosks. Foreign currency is accepted only in hotels and lodges and in souvenir and jewelry stores.

Tips: Between 5-10% of the restaurant bill. The porter is about $ 1 for piece of luggage. Guide about 5-10 dollars per person per day of work.

Electricity: 220 volts with a British-style triple socket.

Drinking water: We do not recommend you to drink tap water.

Vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for visitors to Zanzibar Island and Tanzania. It is compulsory if you enter Tanzania by road, but not compulsory if you fly in

Car rental: Driving on the left side of the road. Not all companies rent out cars without a driver. This is especially true of 4 x 4 cars. Check the conditions of the car rental before signing the contract. Points of delivery of the car are only in several major cities and airports.