Travel Guide to Tanzania
People visit Tanzania for its world-class wildlife, including iconic safaris in the Serengeti and the chance to see Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. It also offers beautiful beaches in Zanzibar, rich culture, and memorable travel experiences at a wide range of budgets.
TanzaniaTanzania is a popular travel destination for budget-friendly tourism, especially for visitors who enjoy nature and culture. While famous safaris and Mount Kilimanjaro climbs can be expensive, there are many affordable options such as local guesthouses, budget lodges, and public transport. Travellers can visit national parks on group tours, explore lively cities like Arusha and Dar es Salaam, or relax on Zanzibar using low-cost accommodation and local food. Eating at local restaurants, travelling by bus, and booking tours locally can greatly reduce costs, making Tanzania an accessible destination for travellers on a budget.
Fast Travel Facts
- Official Name: United Republic of Tanzania
- Capital: Dodoma
- Other Major Cities: Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, Mbeya, Morogoro, Tanga, Zanzibar City
- Population: Approximately 67 million people (in 2024)
- Language: Swahili, English
- Currency: Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
- Top tourist destinations: Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar (Stone Town & beaches), Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Victoria, Tarangire National Park
- National sport: Football (soccer)
- National dish: Ugali (often served with meat, fish, or vegetable stews)
Lists
- Mount Kilimanjaro is on the Top-10 List of the World's Highest Active Volcanoes
- The Nile River, whih runs through Tanzania, is The World's Longest River.