We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania overall due to the risk of serious crime. Higher levels apply in some areas.
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In Zanzibar, exercise increased caution in and around Stone Town. To mitigate the threat from theft: ensure that your belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times. seek local advice on the security situation prior to visiting beaches.
Both Kenya and Tanzania are generally safe and secure for tourists, but Kenya has experienced more terrorism-related incidents in the past. Nicholas Waithaka Mwangi explains that this has made Kenya more vigilant and more prepared for these eventualities, ensuring the safety of travelers.
Malaria is a risk in Tanzania. Fill your malaria prescription before you leave and take enough with you for the entire length of your trip. Follow your doctor's instructions for taking the pills; some need to be started before you leave.
Avoid public affectionHugging, kissing and holding hands is something that should be done only in private in Tanzania, and especially the island of Zanzibar, which is home to a largely conservative Muslim population.
Yes, Tanzania is generally safe for female travellers on safari. Women looking to travel with an all-female group or even solo, can do so without any concerns.
Yes, Tanzania is completely safe for every nationality to visit. The risks commonly associated with travel to Tanzania relate to specific - and strictly non-tourist - areas of the country. It's important to note that any areas you'll be visiting on your safari trip are low-risk areas and very safe to visit.
Tanzania - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise increased caution in Tanzania due to crime, terrorism, and targeting of LGBTI persons. Some areas have increased risk.