Destination
Tanzania
The finest stays, experiences and voyages we've curated across Tanzania.
Stays in Tanzania
1,192 member reviews
A Four Seasons property in Serengeti, Tanzania.
- Four Seasons signature hospitality
- Serengeti address
₹340,300
per night + taxes
Safari876 member reviews
A 350,000-acre private concession in the Western Serengeti where the Great Migration passes directly through camp each year.
- 350,000-acre private concession
- Great Migration front-row seat
₹200,000
per night + taxes
743 member reviews
Three restored sea-merchant mansions on the Stone Town waterfront — a UNESCO setting steeped in Swahili and Omani history.
- Restored Omani sea-merchant mansions
- UNESCO Stone Town setting
₹41,000
per night + taxes
Experiences in Tanzania
Great Migration Safari
Serengeti, Tanzania
Five days in a private Serengeti tented camp during the Great Migration — wildebeest crossing the Grumeti River by the thousand.
- Private tented camp
- All meals
- Game drives twice daily
Per person from
₹250,000
Travel guide
Know before you go to Tanzania
When to visit, getting around, tipping, connectivity, currency and the practical essentials — everything our concierge would brief you on.
Best time to visit
Peak months: Jan–Feb and Jun–Sep.
Jun–Oct is prime safari season; Jan–Feb offers superb game viewing.
Typical seasonal rates
Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Getting around
They drive on the left — look right first when crossing.
Health & safety
- ·Malaria prophylaxis is advised, including for the safari areas.
- ·A yellow-fever certificate is often required — check before you fly.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
10% + safari staff tips
Restaurants: 10% if not included.
Hotels: $1–2 for porters.
Taxis: Round up.
Good to know
- ·Tip safari guides and camp staff daily; it's expected and valued.
- ·Dress modestly, especially in Zanzibar's Stone Town.
- ·A relaxed 'pole pole' (slowly) pace is the local rhythm.
Power & connectivity
Currency
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS · TSh)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
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Tanzania travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?+
Jun–Oct is prime safari season; Jan–Feb offers superb game viewing.
How do I get around in Tanzania?+
Ride apps in Dar & Arusha; bush flights link the safari circuits. Ride-hailing apps that work locally: Uber, Bolt. Note they drive on the left.
What currency is used in Tanzania?+
The local currency is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS, TSh). Cards are widely accepted in cities; carry some cash for smaller places.
Do you tip in Tanzania?+
10% + safari staff tips. In restaurants: 10% if not included.
Is the tap water safe to drink in Tanzania?+
Drink bottled or purified water rather than tap. Malaria prophylaxis is advised, including for the safari areas. Confirm any vaccinations with a travel clinic before you go.
What power plug and voltage does Tanzania use?+
Tanzania uses type D / G plugs at 230V, 50Hz.