FAQs

Dodoma, the capital city of Tanzania, is predominantly a Swahili-speaking city. Swahili (Kiswahili) is the national and primary language in Dodoma, used in everyday communication, education, government, and public life. Dodoma as a political capital is the linguistic identity of Tanzania, where Swahili is spoken in governmental institutions, in the public services, as well as in schools and markets, or media.

Traveling from Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania, to Mbeya in the Southern Highlands offers a journey through diverse landscapes of the country. The two cities are located within a distance of around 700 to 750 kilometers and the modes of commuting are through buses, trains, airplanes or by road. Each travel option varies in terms of cost, comfort, and travel time. This is a step-by-step road map to the most efficient path.

Mtwara Region, located in southeastern Tanzania along the Indian Ocean, is known for its rich natural resources, cultural diversity, and growing economic importance. Though less visited than Dar es Salaam or Arusha, Mtwara is gaining recognition, but it is slowly becoming known as the place of cashew production, offshore natural gas, and unspoiled beach beauty. It is also a strategic trade and transit centre in southern Tanzania because it is close to the Mozambique border.

The largest region in Tanzania by land area is Tabora Region, located in the central-western part of the country. Covering an area of around 76,150 square kilometers, Tabora is bigger than many countries and very important historically, economically and culturally in Tanzania. Tabora is a sparsely populated region in spite of being very large, with wide open spaces and traditional villages and plains of farmlands.

Mwanza, the second largest city in Tanzania, is located along the southern shores of Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa. Mwanza, often called the ‘Rock City’ for its dramatic granite rock formations, is an increasingly developing urban center and a valuable economic center of the nation. Although Dar es Salaam is the biggest city and business centre in Tanzania, Mwanza is noted to be a strategic location known for its economic diversity and dynamic trade activity.

No, you cannot take plastic bags to Tanzania. Since June 2019, the Tanzanian government has enforced a comprehensive nationwide ban on the use of plastic carry bags to conserve the environment and combat plastic pollution. A ban on carrying plastic bags of any category has been imposed on travelers entering the country through the air, land or sea routes, and this rule has been enforced throughout its points of entry in the country, including at the airports and at the borders.

Yes, you go to Tanzania by road, and for many travelers, it is one of the most adventurous ways to explore East Africa. Road travel is flexible, the cultural experience there brings about and a view as there are several neighboring countries and highways with heavy use. Nevertheless, the journey requires proper planning so as to make it smooth.

The coldest month in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is July. Dar es Salaam is located on the coast of the Indian Ocean and has a tropical climate. The temperatures are generally high throughout the year with average temperatures being between 23°C (73°F) and 32°C (90°F). The city is never truly cold, but some seasons are slightly cooler than others.

Tanzania is a year-round destination with September as one of the best seasons to visit as it has low rainfall and clear weather conditions along with excellent wildlife sightings. As the country stretches across East Africa, with diverse topographies including coastal areas and highlands, its weather varies by region. September weather gives tourists an opportunity to have well planned trips to visit Zanzibar beaches as well as the famous national parks on the safari.