Africa · Country guide
Tanzania
Currency, language, tipping etiquette, and how to get around Tanzania — plus every Tripzeeker itinerary covering the country.
Currency
TZS
Language
Swahili
Tipping
Customary
Region
Africa
Currency
Tanzania uses the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). Use Tripzeeker's currency converter to check live exchange rates before you travel.
Language
The main languages are Swahili, English. English is widely understood, especially in tourist areas.
Tipping etiquette
Tip safari guides roughly $15–20/day, and Kilimanjaro porters separately; 10% in restaurants.
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Safari vehicles and domestic flights for long distances; dalla-dallas (minibuses) in towns.
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What currency does Tanzania use?
Tanzania uses the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). Tripzeeker's currency converter and tip calculator can help you budget in your home currency before you go.
What language is spoken in Tanzania?
The main languages are Swahili, English. English is widely understood, especially in tourist areas.
Do I need to tip in Tanzania?
Tip safari guides roughly $15–20/day, and Kilimanjaro porters separately; 10% in restaurants.
How do you get around Tanzania?
Safari vehicles and domestic flights for long distances; dalla-dallas (minibuses) in towns.