Travel guides for Tanzania and Zanzibar
Planning a safari, a climb or a few days by the sea? Start with the question you actually have. These guides cover the practical details, the trade-offs and the places worth your time.
Travel guides
Plan your trip
The practical decisions to make before you book flights, hotels or a safari.
Is Tanzania worth visiting?Is Tanzania worth visiting? An honest look at safaris, Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro, costs, travel time and who will enjoy a first trip most.Read guide 
What to see in TanzaniaWhat should you see in Tanzania? Explore 10 worthwhile places, from Serengeti and Ngorongoro to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, with practical route advice.Read guide 
Best time to visit TanzaniaFind the best time to visit Tanzania for a safari, Zanzibar beach stay or Kilimanjaro climb. Compare dry and rainy seasons, wildlife and travel trade-offs.Read guide 
10-day Tanzania itineraryPlan 10 days in Tanzania with a realistic safari and Zanzibar itinerary. See how to divide time between northern parks, transfers and the beach.Read guide 
Tanzania safari costHow much does a Tanzania safari cost? Break down park fees, guiding, vehicles, accommodation and flights, and learn which inclusions to check.Read guide 
Tanzania travel requirementsCheck Tanzania travel requirements for passports, visas, Zanzibar insurance and health planning, with links to official sources to verify before departure.Read guide 
Can you drink tap water?Can you drink tap water in Tanzania or Zanzibar? Learn which drinking water to choose and what to check about hotel taps, ice, food and refills.Read guide 
Tourist scams to avoidAvoid common tourist scams in Tanzania. Learn how to check taxi fares, safari bookings, visa websites and Zanzibar boat trips before paying.Read guide 
How to rent a carRenting a car in Tanzania? Check licence rules, Zanzibar permits, road conditions, insurance and when a driver or guided safari makes more sense.Read guide 
Tanzania for couplesPlan a Tanzania honeymoon or couples trip with 10 romantic ideas, from Serengeti safari nights to Stone Town dinners and Zanzibar sunsets.Read guide Travel guides
Safaris and wildlife
Choose a wildlife route that fits your season, time and budget.
Tanzania vs Kenya safariTanzania or Kenya for safari? Compare Serengeti and Maasai Mara, wildlife seasons, travel time and costs to choose the route that suits your trip.Read guide 
Best time to visit SerengetiFind the best time to visit Serengeti for wildlife, calving or a possible river crossing. Compare seasons and the park areas that suit your dates.Read guide 
What to wear on safariWhat should you wear on safari in Tanzania? Pack comfortable layers for early game drives, sun, dust and changing weather without buying a new wardrobe.Read guide Mikumi safari from ZanzibarIs a Mikumi safari from Zanzibar worth the early start? Learn how fly-in day trips work, what to check in the itinerary and how much park time to expect.Read guide Nyerere safari from ZanzibarPlan a Nyerere safari from Zanzibar with a closer look at fly-in logistics, game-drive time, Rufiji-area experiences and what tour listings include.Read guide Travel guides
Kilimanjaro
Know what the climb asks of you before choosing a route or a date.
How hard is Kilimanjaro?How hard is it to climb Kilimanjaro? Learn about altitude, summit night, fitness, route length and safety before choosing a guided trek.Read guide 
Kilimanjaro climb costHow much does it cost to climb Kilimanjaro? Compare published group-tour prices, park fees, guide support, equipment and expenses outside the quote.Read guide 
Best time to climb KilimanjaroFind the best time to climb Kilimanjaro by season. Compare drier months, rain, summit conditions and the route days needed for acclimatisation.Read guide 
How to train for KilimanjaroPrepare for Kilimanjaro with a realistic hiking and strength plan. Learn what fitness can help with, what it cannot fix and how to check your gear.Read guide Travel guides
Zanzibar
Make sense of the island, from Stone Town and the beaches to tides and arrival plans.
What to see in ZanzibarDiscover what to see in Zanzibar beyond the beach: Stone Town, Jozani, spice farms and boat trips. Choose a coast and plan your days without long detours.Read guide Best beaches in ZanzibarFind the best beaches in Zanzibar for swimming, sunsets or kitesurfing. Compare Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje, Jambiani and quieter shores by tides and atmosphere.Read guide 
Best time to visit ZanzibarFind the best time to visit Zanzibar for beach weather, swimming and snorkelling. See the island month by month, rainy seasons and safari trip timing.Read guide 
7-day Zanzibar itineraryPlan seven days in Zanzibar with Stone Town, a beach base and time for swimming or boat trips. See a flexible route that avoids constant hotel changes.Read guide 
Things to do in Stone TownFind the best things to do in Stone Town, Zanzibar, from heritage streets and markets to the waterfront. Plan a respectful walking route and where to stay.Read guide 
Zanzibar tides explainedLearn how Zanzibar tides affect swimming in Paje, Jambiani, Nungwi and Kendwa. Choose the right coast and check local tide times before a beach day.Read guide 
Zanzibar travel insuranceCheck Zanzibar travel insurance requirements, official portals and the cover your own policy may need for medical care, activities and flight changes.Read guide 
How to get to ZanzibarLearn how to get to Zanzibar by international or domestic flight and by ferry from Dar es Salaam, with arrival and hotel-transfer tips.Read guide