Yes, most travellers from Europe, the USA, and Canada require a visa to enter Tanzania. You can apply online via the official Tanzania eVisa Portal, or obtain a visa on arrival at major entry points such as airports. A single-entry tourist visa is typically valid for 90 days. Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months and has two blank pages.

If you’re arriving from Europe or North America, no vaccines are mandatory. However, a Yellow Fever certificate is required if you’re arriving from, or transiting through, a country with a Yellow Fever risk. Recommended vaccinations include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Rabies (for extended stays). Malaria is present, especially in Zanzibar and mainland safari areas — consult your doctor about anti-malarial medication.

Tap water in Tanzania is not recommended for drinking. Stick to bottled, filtered, or boiled water, which is readily available at lodges, restaurants, and shops. Use bottled water for brushing your teeth, and avoid ice in drinks unless you’re sure it’s made from purified water.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, lodges, and urban areas like Arusha, Moshi, and Dar es Salaam. However, in rural areas, national parks, and on safari, expect limited or no internet access. Most accommodations will at least offer Wi-Fi in common areas, but the connection may be slow.

Credit cards — mainly Visa and MasterCard — are accepted in most hotels, lodges, and larger tourist establishments. However, smaller shops, local restaurants, and fuel stations often only accept cash. ATMs are available in towns and cities, and it’s a good idea to carry some Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) for day-to-day purchases and tipping.

Yes. Mobile coverage is good in urban areas and towns, but patchy or unavailable in remote safari destinations. Local SIM cards from providers like Vodacom, Airtel, or Tigo are affordable and can be purchased at the airport or in town. Bring an unlocked phone if you plan to use a local SIM. International roaming works, but can be expensive.