Where Can I Get A Pcr Test In Arusha?

Where Can I Get A Pcr Test In Arusha? : Tanzania is one of the best safari destination in the world with so many fantastic attractions to visit such as the mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti national park and Ngorongoro crater with so many activities to do such as game drives, hiking safaris and bard watching to name a few. However, since the start of COVID-19 and the immediate and dramatic subsequent loss in booking numbers suffered by tour operators as a result of travel restrictions imposed by governments worldwide, including the Tanzanian government, visitors visiting the country has reduced and for those entering the country are required to take some measurements including a PCR test.

The following details are offered to reassure potential travelers that there is a simple approach to delighting in the outstanding tourism and adventure options Tanzania offers while making sure that your trip home is stress-free.

How much does a PCR test in Arusha cost?

• 40,000 Tanzanian shillings for residents
• USD 100 for non-residents
• Free of charge for licensed guides

How long does it take to get the result?

• 72 hours. (Although there have been reports that results are frequently received within 48 hours, we strongly advise giving yourself 72 hours as the certificate is an essential part of several countries’ travel papers.)

Why does it take so long to get a result?

• Once a client has been tested, the material is often transported by vehicle the next day to a lab in Dar es Salaam, a 620-kilometer trip that takes more than 10 hours.

  

Within what timeframe can I get tested?

• Anytime between 0800 and 1530, 7 days of the week.

 What proof of my result will I be given?

• The Mount Meru Hospital will print you a test result certificate once it receives your tests from the laboratory in Dar es Salaam. Before your departure, we will pick up this certificate on your behalf and deliver it to your hotel. Please get in touch with us via email if you have any questions while you wait for your results or want to check on their progress.

What should I do while waiting for the result?

• Of course, it would be a huge waste of time to complete your safari or ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro only to spend the next three days waiting in Arusha. Therefore, we advise that you be transported to Mount Meru Hospital as soon as possible following your climb so that you can be examined that same day. This should imply that your test will be traveling to Dar the next morning, while you are free to make the most of the ensuing three days.
• Climbers can choose between a series of day visits on Kilimanjaro and/or in the area of Arusha or a three-day safari, depending on their travel interests and financial constraints. This 3-day safari is a well-liked method to pass the time.

Important things to remember

• Please refrain from planning any activities after receiving your test results because most airlines and immigration officials want proof that your test results were acquired within the previous 72 hours. If you are delayed by another day, it may take you longer to cross your home border.

How do I pay?

• The system will instantly produce a 12-digit control number when you make the reservation and deliver it to you through SMS and email. To pay the government charge of USD 100 (TZS 230,000) through M-Pesa at NMB or CRDB banks, you must use this control number.

 Pick your choices if you’re using Vodacom M-Pesa to make a payment. Transfer funds > Pay bills > Reimburse the government. After that, paste in the control number and enter 230,000. After that, click “Continue” and enter your M-Pesa PIN code to confirm. The cost of using Vodacom M-pesa to pay is TZS 4,000 per TZS 230,000. Keep a digital record of your receipts in case a physical copy is needed for boarding.

However, keep in mind that sometimes payments made to the Ministry of Health are misplaced in the system and cannot be reimbursed. Even though their department will have received double the money, you’ll be forced to pay twice, and no one in any Tanzanian official position will ever accept responsibility for this loss. Therefore, it is advised to physically deposit money at NMB or CRDB.