Tanzania Travel Insurance
If you are going to Tanzania, don’t go without having any travel insurance in place. Read on for some tips on what to consider before selecting a policy:
- The cost of your trip – Unexpected events sometimes mean you have to cancel your holiday. Although that’s disappointing, it’s nice to know that you may be able get your money back
- The cost of your baggage
- The activities you’re likely to be doing – if you’re planning anything really extreme, we can offer you extra cover with our extreme sports policy, if needed.
- Also, don’t forget to check the latest travel advice for Tanzania from the FCDO
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What is covered with travel insurance to Tanzania?
As standard, our policies cover for over 50 sports and activities, including Safari if you’re planning a visit to the Serengeti and hiking if you’re squeezing in a quick visit to Mount Kilimanjaro!
We also offer a range of benefits, some of which include:
- Medical expenses and hospital benefit
- Personal accident and liability
- Cancelling and cutting short your holiday
- Abandoning your trip
- Delayed departure
- Accommodation cover
- Personal belongings and baggage
- Personal money, passport and travel documents
- Legal expenses
For more information about what’s covered with travel insurance for Tanzania, have a read of our policy documents here.
Facts about Tanzania
We’ve put together some helpful facts, along with some other important information that we think you might want to know before your trip to Tanzania.
| Currency | Tanzanian shilling |
| Most common languages spoken | Swahili & English |
| Capital | Dodoma |
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | Approx. 56 million |
| Plug type | Plug type D and G |
| Driving side | Left-hand side |
| Seasons |
Spring – September to November Summer – December to February Autumn – March to May Winter – June to August |
| Laws | Local laws and customs |
Do I need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes, as a British citizen with a valid passport you will need to apply for a visa to visit Tanzania. Whether you’re going as a tourist or for business, you can get a visa application form from the Tanzanian High Commission. If you’re going to Tanzania for work or to volunteer, then you’ll need to apply for a work permit prior to travel (volunteer organisations would normally arrange this for you).
You can find more information about visas and entry requirements for Tanzania here.
Healthcare in Tanzania
Medical facilities in Tanzania can be quite limited, especially as you leave the larger cities like Dar es Salaam. Make sure you have the right travel insurance that covers illness, injuries and ideally repatriation, in case anything happens while abroad.
It’s also really important to make sure that you speak to you GP at least 4 to 6 weeks prior to travel to check whether there are any vaccinations or other preventatives needed.
You can find more information about healthcare services and vaccinations for Tanzania here
Medical & Emergency Assistance in Tanzania
If something happens while you’re in Tanzania and you need emergency treatment for an illness or injury, we’re here to help.
All travel insurance policyholders have access to our 24-hour medical assistance team.