26°C

Current weather

12:43 PM

Local time

Exchange Rate

1 USD

2603.8760TZS

Approximate rate

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Culture Overview

Tanzania is home to Africa's highest peak (Kilimanjaro), the Serengeti, and Zanzibar's spice islands. Swahili culture is the unifying force. Conservation of wildlife is a national priority.

Prohibitions & Warnings

Dress modestly especially in Zanzibar. Don't photograph people without permission. Tipping (10%) is expected.

Famous Foods

Ugali

Ugali

Stiff maize porridge, East Africa's staple

Nyama Choma

Nyama Choma

Grilled meat, a social East African tradition

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Best Telecom Networks

Vodacom TZ

4G • 10GB / 30 days

$4

SIM price

Airtel TZ

4G • 8GB / 30 days

$3

SIM price

Transport & Delivery Apps

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Food Delivery Apps

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Monthly Temperature

MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °C
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15°
19°
22°
24°
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20°
15°
11°
Low °C10°13°15°15°12°
Rain days8795211764236

Climate data for Zanzibar

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