Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and the spice island of Zanzibar.
June to October is the dry season and best for safaris; Zanzibar is good from June to March.
Why Choose Tanzania?
Climbing Kilimanjaro, watching the Great Migration and relaxing on Zanzibar's beaches make Tanzania a classic East African trip.
Tanzania Visas
Most visitors need a visa, best obtained online as an e-visa before travel. Visas on arrival are still available at some entry points.
Tourist e-Visa
Single entry, 90 days.
Multiple-entry Visa
For US citizens and some others.
Business Visa
For professional visits.
Top Attractions in Tanzania
- Serengeti National Park: The Great Migration.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Wildlife in a volcanic caldera.
- Mount Kilimanjaro: Africa's highest peak.
- Zanzibar: Stone Town and beaches.
Visa Application Process
- Visit the official e-visa portal (visa.immigration.go.tz) and create an application.
- Fill in your personal and passport details and upload a passport scan and photo.
- Pay the visa fee online by card.
- Receive the approved e-visa by email and print it.
- Show the e-visa with your passport on arrival in Tanzania.
Visa Fees and Processing Time
A single-entry tourist visa costs US$50 (US$100 multiple entry for US citizens). Zanzibar also requires mandatory travel insurance.
Visa rules can change at short notice. This guide reflects the rules in force in 2026; always confirm the latest requirements with the official immigration website or embassy of Tanzania before you travel.