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🏛️ Capital
Dodoma
📍 Region
Africa · Eastern Africa
👥 Population
68,153,004
📐 Area
947,303 km²
📞 Calling Code
+255
🕐 Timezone(s)
UTC+03:00
Official Language(s)
Currency
Sh Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
Tanzania has a tropical to subtropical climate with two main rainy seasons: the long rains from March to May and the short rains from November to December. Temperatures are warm year-round, typically ranging from 20–30°C (68–86°F), with coastal areas and lower elevations being hotter and more humid than highland regions like Arusha and Mbeya.
Plug type(s) used in Tanzania:
Tipping is appreciated and generally expected for good service.
Cash is widely used. Card acceptance is growing but not universal — carry both.
Keep valuables secure and avoid displaying expensive items in public areas, particularly in Dar es Salaam and other urban centers. Stay aware of your surroundings, use registered taxis or ride-sharing apps after dark, and register with your embassy before arrival. Petty theft and opportunistic crime occur, but violent crime against tourists is relatively uncommon with standard precautions.
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