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Arusha Hotels: 42 Reviews - 106 Photos
Zanzibar Island Hotels: 415 Reviews - 947 Photos
Moshi Hotels: 58 Reviews - 101 Photos
Zanzibar Town Hotels: 245 Reviews - 643 Photos
Jambiani Hotels: 31 Reviews - 108 Photos
Bwejuu Island Hotels: 1 Hotel
Tanga Hotels: 2 Reviews - 2 Photos
Serengeti National Park Hotels: 139 Reviews - 497 Photos
Ngorongoro Hotels: 143 Reviews - 484 Photos
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Usangi Hotels: 6 Reviews - 9 Photos
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Selous Game Reserve Hotels: 15 Reviews - 43 Photos
Ruaha National Park Hotels: 4 Reviews - 51 Photos

Tanzania What to Pack

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sockets-dollar bills

by elsadran

In Tanzania there are 3-pin sockets. If you haven't brought an adapter for your plugs you can just use a tooth pick or even better a match. You put the match into the upper hole and push it downwards. This releases the other two lower holes. Then, always holding the match downwards, you can put your plug in the lower holes.If your currecy is not the dollar, don't forget to get as many dollar bills as you can because at the customs only dollar bills are accepted as everywhere in Africa and there are no banks to change money to dollars. Then you are easily given a 3-month visa.

Packing for safari and Zanzibar

by toonsarah

Pack lightweight clothing, ideally cotton, for the heat, but remember that it could be cooler when on early morning game drives and after the sun goes down, so bring a fleece or jumper too. This is especially true if you’re planning to visit Ngorongoro – the crater’s rim is high and it can even get frosty there at night. Long sleeves and trousers will give you more protection from insect bites and light-colour fabrics are said to help discourage biting insects; lighter colours are cooler too because they reflect the sun’s rays. But if you prefer to wear shorts that’s fine, for women as well as men, but it’s best not to wear them too short, especially in Zanzibar which is mainly Muslim. And remember to bring a hat to protect you from the sun.You’ll need comfortable flat shoes for climbing in and out of safari vehicles, and for the uneven streets of Stone Town if going to Zanzibar....

Sleeping bag for climbing Kilimanjaro

by VA_Dave

We climbed with the Hotel Marangu, and they laughed at the summer weight bag that I brought. They had a warehouse full of extra gear and they gave me another bag, and I used them both, one inside the other. A -5C bag may not be good enough for Kili, but it is probably overkill for the NP. Get a recommendation from your climbing tour operator. We saw folks turning back on the Kili climb because they did not have adequate equipment, especially because of cold. Expect the temperature to drop 6.5 °C for every 1 km increase in altitude, or approximately 5.4 degrees Fahrenheit per 1000 feet. At the top of Kili, I had 4 layers of clothing on my legs and upper body and I was still cold.Have a great trip!

dont leave home without it

by karenvanessa

walk with your visa if you purchase it prior to arriving in tanzania if you are coming from the usabring your malaria pills with you and take them.make sure you bring your mosquito repellent. in tanzania itself in the city i didnt find too many mosquitos but sometimes at night depending where you were they come out and tend to bite, so its good to keep it in your bag. cotton, light colored clothingsneakers and flip flops mosquito repellentmalaria pills

'Soft luggage'

by bumpychick

When on safari, even when staying in top quality lodges, it is not appropriate to bring a suitcase, particularly a hard one. Each day, your bags will be loaded in to the back of your safari jeep and they need to be squashy in order to fit them in. A hold-all type bag is much more sensible and is an acceptable alternative for those of us who can't travel light (with a ruck sack!)

bits and bobs

by angit

A bum bag is useful and a small ruck suck to take out for the day. Sturdy footwear - it will either be dusty and dry underfoot or an absolute quagmire!!I bought sandals there and the next day it was soooooo muddy after the rain. You couldnt see my feet or sandals for the mud and some local guy shouts as i walk by "shoe shine"!! laughing at me....i laughed back!! Light wash and wear materials worked for me. Good if your travelling around. A needle kit could come in handy if you need any jabs while your out there.

Packing List

by DanielF

Weather conditions vary a lot according to the two seasons that occur in Eastern Africa. We were there during the dry season, which is when all roads are transitable and animals easier to spot.In spite of its proximity to the Equator, many of the interesting natural areas lye at high altitude, where it can get quite cold during the night and early in the morning, when safaris usually start. Warm clothes are thus essential in these parts of the country. During the day, the heat can be really suffocating, although this is the time when tourists stay at the lodge relaxing by the pool or having a nap.

Safari in Tanzania

by SanguiniA

Rucksacks are the best choice. In fact some shuttle buses and small aircraft will not appreciate suitcases - especially if they are of the hard type. Light clothes - preferably not very brightly coloured if you want to see the animals. Stick to khaki or such neutral colours. DO NOT BRING ANY CAMOUFLAGE CLOTHES - THEY ARE ILLEGAL IN TANZANIA! Be sure to get long sleeved shirts and pants - to protect yourself from the mosquitos and tse tse flies. Avoid blue clothes as they attract the nasty tse tse flies. Bring toilet paper with you if you are camping. None is usually provided or not enough. Malaria medication is essential in these parts of africa. Be sure to tell your doctor you are visiting Tanzania as here the malaria strain is resistant to chloroquine. You will probably be perscribed something like malarone or mephloquine. Also do bring along a high factor sunblock. Bring along...

Antimalarials a must!

by TracyG

I am not a light traveller (unfortuanately i've never perfected that art!) but I always take as smaller rucksack/holdall (I have used both) as I can get away with, even if it is very heavy. If you are doing an organized tour, you can probably get away with the weight and a smaller bag, but if you are camping or backpacking independantly, then it is probably best to pack as light as possible, which is very hard, I know - but it's worth it...... Depending on the time of year, a waterproof jacket will never go a miss, mine has been invaluable at all times of the year..... Malaria tablets and insect repellant (though nothing ever seems to work for me, as I get bitten all the time)Also antihistimine tablets and bite cream, beleive me these are absolute essentials..... Most of your travels will take you through larger towns and cities ie. Arusha, Dar etc. So unless you are going to be...

Good shoes are essential

by queenminka

If you want to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, bring your own good trekking shoes with you, also it is burdensome to carry them all the other time. You can rent shoes there, so we did. And of course we were arriving back at the base of Kilimanjaro with blisters on our feet. Even if you have your own good shoes, you never can be sure from blisters. So have some plasters with you. A really good sleeping bag cause it is so cold at night!

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