
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Tanzania travel, safaris, Kilimanjaro, payments, safety, and bookings.
- Cards accepted in hotels, lodges, and parks
- ATMs available in Arusha, Moshi, and major towns
- USD & Tanzanian Shillings recommended
- Cash is widely used in small businesses
- Visa & Mastercard accepted
- 3.5% fee for online payments
- 4% fee for in-person payments
- Invoice is issued before payment
- πΊ Local beer: ~$2.50
- π½οΈ Restaurant meal: ~$10β$20
- π¨ Lodges & camps: varies by level
- Tourist visa (depending on nationality)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Vaccinations (consult doctor)
- Personal spending money
- Generally safe and politically stable
- Tourist areas are very secure
- Use normal city precautions
- Millions of tourists visit safely every year
- Yes, in some regions
- Malaria prevention recommended
- Consult doctor before travel
- Sleeping sickness is extremely rare
No. International flights are not included in packages.
Yes. All guides speak fluent English. Other languages available on request.
Yes. We offer fully customized safaris, Kilimanjaro climbs, and cultural tours.
Mid-range, fair-value trips focused on safety, comfort, and quality guiding.
Located in northern Tanzania near the Kenyan border.
5,895 meters (19,341 ft) β the highest free-standing mountain in the world.
Yes. No technical climbing requiredβjust trekking and good fitness.
No. A licensed tour operator is required by Tanzanian law.
- Minimum: 10 years
- No maximum age
Main risk is altitude sickness. With proper guides and acclimatization, it is safe.
- Minimum: 5β6 days
- Recommended: 7β9 days
- Rice, pasta, potatoes
- Vegetables & fruits
- Tea, coffee, snacks
- No showers on mountain
- Portable toilets available
- Wet wipes recommended
Monkeys, birds, and forest wildlife in lower zones.
Karibu Adventure & Safaris Ltd is a licensed Grade A tour operator in Tanzania.
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