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Travel Tips
to Kenya and Tanzania
REQUIREMENTS
All visitors to Tanzania (except citizens of the Commonwealth
and other specified countries) require a valid passport and
visa. Visas can be obtained from any Tanzania Diplomatic Mission
or consulate or from main Tanzania entry points. Applicants can
also writie to the Principal Immigration Officer, PO Box 512,
Dar es Salaam and request the required documents. Visitors
entering Tanzania through a point where no immigration officer
is on duty must report to the nearest immigration office within
24 hours of entry.
CUSTOMS
Personal effects including:
binoculars, cameras, and film may be imported temporarily free
of duty. A customs bond may be demanded from visitors bringing
in video/filming equipment, radios, tape recorders and musical
instruments to ensure the goods are re-exported. Firearms
require a special permit. Liquor (1 pint) tobacco (200
cigarettes, 50 cigars or 250 grams) are tax free for individuals
of 16 years and older. Visitors buying valuable gems, skin
articles, makonde carvings and other local handcrafts must keep
cash sales receipts for presentation to customs officials on
departure.
TRAVEL FEES
An airport tax in convertible foreign currency is levied on all
visitors departing the country. Baggage is weighed at check-in
counters and is subject to inspection by customs officials.
HEALTH
Visitors originating from countries with possible exposure to
cholera and yellow fever should travel with valid vaccination
certificates. Mosquito control efforts and the high altitude of
Northern Tanzania greatly reduce the risks of contracting Malaria.
It is recommended visitors consult with their medical professional
before traveling. A preventative treatment plan may be necessary
before, during and after the trip.
CLOTHING
Informal attire is appropriate on safari and on the coast.
Clothing should be light-weight and light in color on safari. Warm
clothing is recommended in the evenings and particularly in higher
altitudes. Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro areas,
Usambara and the Southern Highlands are areas where warmer
clothing may be needed. Low-heeled walking shoes are recommended.
Other accessories like a hat, sunglasses, swimsuits, flashlight,
and insect repellent will be useful.
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