Tanzania For Solo Travelers

Tanzania For Solo Travelers: A 2023/2024 Traveler’s Guide : Everything to know about Solo travelers To Tanzania: People have always used travel as a means of discovery, education, and, most importantly, being humbled by the beauty of Mother Nature. Other than the Mother Continent herself, where is a better site to experience the magnificence of nature? Tanzania is a must-visit location in Africa if you’re traveling alone. For many years now, Tanzania has been a fantastic safari destination for many traveler groups, including families, friends, honeymooners, and solo travelers. This is due to a variety of factors, two of which are the country’s high level of traveler safety and the availability of numerous attractions and activities suitable for all types of traveler groups.

Tanzania has a lot of attractions that draw people in and let single travelers enjoy their safari vacations, and the same is true of the abundance of activities. Examples of places to go on your own in Tanzania include the Serengeti National Park, where you can participate in as many safari activities as you choose, such as game drives, viewings of the great wildebeest migration, and cultural tours with the Maasai people, and balloon safaris. The Ngorongoro crater, which is home to the Big Five creatures, the Lake Manyara National Park, the Tarangire National Park, the Zanzibar beaches, etc. are some other Tanzania attractions for solo travelers. You must be considering traveling alone to Tanzania if you are reading this. Here is the definitive guide on traveling alone in Tanzania so you can manage your trip.

WHY IS TANZANIA IDEAL FOR SOLO TRAVELERS?

Tanzania offers an excellent experience for single travelers in addition to being a fantastic place to go on a safari with family or on a honeymoon with your partner. A solo safari in Tanzania offers fresh perspectives on the country’s geography, animals, people, and culture as a whole.

The things we are used to, which we often fail to recognize, can be seen from a new viewpoint when one is traveling alone. It can give you more freedom to decide where you want to go next and more time to spend there without having to compromise with someone else or leave off any other destinations on your itinerary.

Tanzania makes solo travel easier and well-organized than you could ever imagine. It provides lone travelers with a wide range of options for places and activities. Do you wish to be surrounded by and adore nature? Then taking a safari in Tarangire or Serengeti National Parks is perfect for you. Want to put your grit and confidence to the test? Take on Mount Kilimanjaro to discover more about yourself. When the ocean hits your feet in Zanzibar, you will instantly feel calm.

Do you wish to learn more about Tanzania’s tourist destinations, Attractions, Activities and accommodations for lone travelers? Simply keep reading…

IS TANZANIA SAFE FOR SOLO TRAVELERS?

“Safety” is one of the main issues that many solitary travelers worry about. Imagine yourself in a foreign country with little to no knowledge of your surroundings or the locals. Sounds dreadful, right? This may cause you to really consider if Tanzania is indeed a safe place for lone visitors. The response is a resounding yes!

Tanzania is regarded as a safe destination for solo travel, particularly for female travelers, as it is one of the world’s most tranquil nations, according to the World Population Review. Numerous tens of thousands of people travel alone to Tanzania each year.

This nation is regarded as safe and welcoming to visitors. Tanzanians are incredibly warm and inviting. Don’t worry about not being able to communicate because most Tanzanians can speak and comprehend English in tourist locations where locals are accustomed to foreigners. Additionally, your safari guide will always be by your side.

 No matter how secure a nation may be, it is always a good idea to assume the duty of being watchful. For instance, never leave your belongings alone, and make sure to ask your guide for the essential information before visiting a new location. Every time you visit a different country or location, you need to renew or purchase travel insurance to safeguard your safety.

PLACES TO VISIT IN TANZANIA

There are no limitations or difficulties when traveling alone and taking in the natural beauty of the area. You will be free and able to select where you want to go, how long you want to remain there, and where you want to stay. Everything is subject to your individual preferences, choices, and interests. There are several locations for various solo travel experiences.

THE SAFARI EXPERIENCE

The savannahs of the Serengeti National Park, as well as Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Ruaha National Parks, may be great places for you if you have a passion for animals and enjoy rough travel. Along with additional creatures including giraffes, hippos, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and impalas, these areas are home to the “big five” of Africa.

The landscape is shared by indigenous tribes like the Maasai, Hadzabe, and Datoga tribes, along with beautiful and diverse fauna. They coexist with nature in harmony. You may have a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the tribes and become fully immersed in their culture if you travel alone.

GO FOR A TREK

Going on an experience that will challenge both your body and mind is the finest way to learn about yourself and how far you can push yourself. Scaling Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the top sites for an exciting trek. Many tourists choose Mount Kilimanjaro, which soars over 5,895 meters above sea level, as a destination of self-discovery.

You can choose to hike by yourself (you will still have your own mountain guide, cook, and porters with you) or as a group. Or with a group of others, learning about the world from their point of view. There are various ways to approach the Kilimanjaro expedition that can lead to various experiences (based on what you prefer to get out of your adventure).

Consider climbing Mount Meru in Arusha National Park as well. This shorter, still-difficult option for climbing Mount Meru gives you a fantastic overall perspective of the area around Arusha. In Arusha National Park’s Momella Lakes, you can also go canoeing.

SOUL-SEARCHING IN ZANZIBAR

Traveling alone can be used to relax and find tranquility as well as take on challenges and excursions. Beaches are a fantastic option for a peaceful and unwinding vacation.

The Zanzibar islands feature a variety of beaches with lovely white sand coasts and calm oceans, along with a rich cultural heritage, delectable cuisine, and friendly locals. Additionally, Zanzibar has a variety of marine life, which makes snorkeling, kayaking, and parasailing fantastic possibilities. Wonderful beaches and a great chance to go scuba diving with whale sharks are also available on Mafia Island.

OTHER LESSER-KNOWN PLACES

Stone Town is located on Zanzibar’s western coast. The stunning stone buildings that were erected during the Sultan era gave this location its name. There are museums and memorials to see in this town, which once served as a center for the slave trade. Stone Town’s layout may make it difficult to get around because the winding, narrow cobblestone streets have a labyrinth-like effect to them. Another popular tourist destination in Zanzibar is Prison Island, popularly known as Changuu Island.

COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT TANZANIA FOR SOLO TRAVELERS

Where can I stay in Tanzania?

Tanzanian locations provide a variety of lodging options. The price of your accommodations is covered by your safari or trip package. Accommodations on safari can range from hotels with a more permanent structure to tented safari camps. You will sleep in typical camping tents that are erected each day by the porters while on a mountain trek. For every price range, Zanzibar offers a vast selection of beach hotels and resorts.

 There may be several opportunities for lone travelers to interact with a variety of individuals and partake in community meals and other group activities.

How do I use money in Tanzania?

Knowing the local currency can go a long way toward ensuring that you enjoy your vacation as a solo traveler. The Tanzanian shilling serves as the country’s official currency. When you reach Tanzania, you will be able to exchange your money, even though it might not be possible to do so in Europe or America.

 Approximately 2,300 Tanzanian shillings are equal to one US dollar. You can choose to pay in American dollars while on a safari and in hotels and resorts, but some local street vendors and shops may insist that you use the local money instead.

In towns like Arusha or Stone Town, you can utilize post offices, airports, and banks to use ATMs and exchange foreign currency for local currency. However, these services are not available in small towns or on safaris, so wherever you can, exchange or withdraw enough money before going to a tiny beach town or a national park.

How do I travel to and within Tanzania?

• Travelers usually fly into Tanzania using one of the following main airports:
• Kilimanjaro International Airport (located between Arusha and Moshi)
• Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam
• Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar

Once in Tanzania, vehicles, buses, and domestic planes are the main modes of transportation over lengthy distances, such as those between national parks and Zanzibar.

Your transportation will be arranged once you arrive in Tanzania. We will pick you up at the airport and transport you to your initial stop in the country. If you stay in a city for a few days, like Arusha or Zanzibar, taxis are constantly accessible, and you may also rent a car or a motorcycle to go throughout the island.

A 4WD Land cruiser is the most popular mode of transportation on a Tanzania safari. A Tanzania safari can cost anywhere from $3000 to $50,000, depending on your travel dates, the duration of the trip, and your preferred standard of lodging. You can embark on walking safaris and explore the natural beauty of the landscape on foot in some national parks with fewer predators, such as Arusha National Park. There aren’t any other modes of transportation available inside the national parks except for those two.

Going on foot is the most common way to explore Mount Kilimanjaro. In some instances and on particular routes, such as the Shira route on Mount Kilimanjaro, a 4-wheel-drive vehicle is provided to transport you to a specific altitude, depending on the weather and the terrain.

CONCLUSION

For lone travelers, Tanzania certainly lives up to the promise. Most lone travelers discover that they enjoy their destination so much that they would rather stay there permanently than return home. Tanzanian solo travel can introduce you to a whole new universe and change the way you view the world.

Every person should take the risk of traveling alone at least once in their lifetime. Focus East Africa Tours gives you the freedom to customize every aspect of your vacation, including your destination(s), mode of transportation, and category of lodging. We will work with you to plan your own once-in-a-lifetime safari adventure. Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about traveling alone. We always appreciate hearing from you.