Insurance: You are required to purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover all aspects of your holiday including the loss of deposit through cancellation, loss of baggage and personal items, personal injury and death, inclement weather clause, pre-existing medical condition waiver (includes traveling parties and immediate family).
Health Issues: Consult your physician and local health department to determine the recommended vaccinations and medications for travel to Tanzania. Be sure to have your vaccinations completed before departure. Malaria is endemic to Tanzania but is preventable by taking anti-malaria prophylactics, using repellent and mosquito nets, and wearing long sleeves and pants. Typhoid is common among Tanzanians, but is also preventable by drinking only bottled or boiled water and avoiding ice cubes, salads, and poorly prepared foods.
HIV/Aids is widespread, especially in populated areas. Dysentery is also common due to poor hygiene and food handling practices. For this reason we strongly urge you to avoid buying food from street vendors and eating at small out-of-the-way snack bars. Most hotels prepare food very well, and the restaurants we recommend have a good track record. Any food you purchase should be thoroughly washed and peeled before consuming.
Passport & Visa: You are required to have a Passport before leaving your country of origin. If you do not have a Passport, apply for one at the U.S. Postal Service or through the proper agency in your country. Processing can take up to several months, so prepare early.
Medical Insurance: We strongly urge you to check with your health insurance provider prior to your trip to determine whether your policy applies overseas and whether you are covered in the event you require emergency medical attention.
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