From Singapore/ SEA
From Singapore/ SEA
From Singapore/ SEA
Easiest is via Doha (Qatar Airways) or Dubai (Emirates) — both offer single-stop routings into JRO. Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa is also a solid option with shorter total travel time.
from UK & Europe
From Singapore/ SEA
From Singapore/ SEA
KLM flies direct from Amsterdam to Kilimanjaro a few times a week — the most efficient route. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Qatar via Doha, and Ethiopian via Addis Ababa all work well from major European hubs.
from the USA
From Singapore/ SEA
from the USA
From the East Coast, Qatar (via Doha), Ethiopian (via Addis), or KLM (via Amsterdam) are the most direct. From the West Coast, Emirates via Dubai or Qatar via Doha tend to be smoothest.
Visas
Travel Insurance
from the USA
Most nationalities require a tourist visa. Apply online via the official Tanzania eVisa portal, or on arrival with USD cash.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
Strongly recommended. Comprehensive cover including medical evacuation. World Nomads and SafetyWing both offer safari-friendly options.
Baggage
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
We recommend soft-sided duffel bags — bush flights have strict weight limits and don't accommodate hard cases well. Same-day laundry at all lodges, so pack lighter than you think.
Things to know
Weather
Late green season. Warm days 22–28°C, cool mornings 10–15°C. Layers essential.
Currency
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). USD widely accepted; bring small bills for tipping. ATMs in Arusha & Karatu.
Health
Yellow fever cert needed if arriving from some countries. (not Singapore) Antimalarials recommended. Consult your travel doctor.
5 large hospitals in Arusha
Plugs
Type G (British 3-pin), 230V. Bring a universal adapter. Most lodges have charging in rooms.
Time Zone
East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3). No daylight savings
Connectivity
WiFi at lodges and in the jeeps.
eSIM via Airalo works well. Local: Vodacom or Airtel. savings
Laundry
Same-day laundry at all lodges (often complimentary). Pack lighter than you think.
Tipping
Customary. ~USD 10–15/day for guides, USD 10/day for camp staff (pooled).