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Warnings and insurance

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel

Mtwara region along the tanzania-mozambique border.

FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 20km of the Tanzanian border with Cabo Delgado Province in Mozambique.

This is due to attacks by groups linked with Islamic extremism.

Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel .

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

see general advice for women travellers
read our guide on disability and travel abroad
see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
read about safety for solo and independent travel
see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

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If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

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Exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania overall due to the risk of violent crime.

Higher levels apply in some areas.

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Local emergency contacts

Fire and rescue services, medical emergencies.

Call 112 or go to the hospital.

Call 112 or contact the local police.

Advice levels

Exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania overall.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania overall due to the risk of violent crime.

Do not travel to within 30km of the border with Mozambique, in the Mtwara region.

Do not travel to within 30km of the border with Mozambique, in the Mtwara region due to the threat of militant attacks, terrorism and kidnappings.

During the rainy seasons (March to May and November to December), floods can block roads. Monsoons occur in coastal and island areas from July to October. Cyclones in coastal areas are also common. Follow the advice of local officials.
Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks anywhere in Tanzania. Be alert to your surroundings and pay close attention to your personal security.
Violent armed robbery, petty theft and threats of violence are common in Tanzania, especially in Dar es Salaam. Be extra careful in and around Arusha in northern Tanzania. Armed robberies, carjackings and home invasions have occurred. Bag snatching from moving vehicles is increasing. Victims can be injured or killed by being dragged behind vehicles. Don't resist bag-snatch attempts.
Only use registered taxis. Travellers have been targeted by criminals while using unlicensed taxis.
Security incidents continue along the Tanzania-Mozambique border. In October 2020, a violent attack occurred in Kitaya village, in Mtwara, close to the border with Mozambique. Do not travel within 30km of the border with Mozambique in the Mtwara region.

Full travel advice: Safety

Malaria, including chloroquine-resistant strains, occurs year-round, except in areas above 1800 metres. Consider taking anti-malarial medication.
Yellow fever can occur. Check with a health professional before travelling if you need to get vaccinated. Other insect-borne diseases include Zika virus, dengue, filariasis and East African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness). Ensure your accommodation is insect-proof and use insect repellent.
HIV/AIDS is widespread. Take precautions if you're taking part in high-risk activities.
Altitude sickness can affect anyone at heights over 2500 metres. If you plan to climb Mt Kilimanjaro (5895 metres), make sure you're physically fit and in good health. Talk to your doctor before you travel.
Medical facilities are limited, and medicines are often not available. If you get injured or become ill, you may need to be evacuated to another country for treatment. This can be expensive. In the case of a medical emergency while in Tanzania, call the toll-free Health Emergency Number: 112.

Full travel advice: Health

Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties for drug offences are severe and include long prison sentences. It's also illegal to possess pornographic material.
Plastic bags are banned in Tanzania.
Same-sex relations are illegal and punishable by up to 30 years in jail. Authorities have targeted LGBTQIA+ rights activists.
It's illegal to photograph military zones, weapons or personnel.
Dress and behaviour standards are conservative in Tanzania, especially in Zanzibar. If you're female, don't wear shorts or sleeveless tops outside resorts.

Full travel advice: Local laws

You need a visa to enter Tanzania. Tanzania has introduced an online visa application form that can be submitted and approved online before travel. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Tanzania for the latest details.
Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required for entry to Tanzania if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever risk country.
All ships, cruise liners and commercial vessels are targets for Somali pirates. Many attacks and kidnappings have happened off the Tanzanian coast. Be alert and exercise extreme caution in coastal waters. Don't leave sight of the coastline.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

The Consular Services Charter details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
There's an Australian Consulate in Dar es Salaam. It can provide limited consular assistance.
For full consular help, contact the Australian High Commission in Kenya .
To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission's social media accounts.

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks anywhere in Tanzania and may target places associated with foreigners, including:

hotels, restaurants, bars and clubs
embassies, high commissions and other diplomatic interests
places of worship
shopping malls, markets and outdoor events
transport hubs
large gatherings like sporting or religious events
police stations

Attacks have continued intermittently along the Tanzania-Mozambique border. In October 2020, a violent attack occurred in Kitaya village, in Mtwara, close to the border with Mozambique. Terrorists have targeted the Cabo Delgado province in northern Mozambique adjacent to the Tanzania border area. Avoid travelling to within 30km of the border with Mozambique, in the Mtwara region, due to the threat of militant attacks, terrorism and kidnappings.

To protect yourself from terrorism, you should:

be alert to your surroundings
pay close attention to your personal security
consider the level of security at places you visit
stay alert in crowded places and locations frequented by foreigners
keep a low profile
monitor local media

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

More information:

Violent armed robbery , petty theft and threats of violence are common in Tanzania, especially in Dar es Salaam.

Travellers have been sexually assaulted . HIV/AIDS is widespread in Tanzania. If you're a victim of rape or violent crime, seek immediate medical attention.

Criminals in Dar es Salaam are becoming bolder and crime is more common. There are regular reports of crime along the Toure Drive on the Msasani Peninsula, especially bag snatching from moving vehicles.

Serious injury and death after resisting bag snatching is possible. Victims have been dragged behind vehicles. Don't resist or try to stop bag snatch attempts.

Take extra care in and around Arusha in northern Tanzania. Armed robberies, carjackings and home invasions have happened.

Don't accept food or drink from strangers — it may be spiked.

To protect yourself from violent crime:

take care on public transport, in shared taxis and at bus stations
take care at places frequented by travellers, including national parks and beaches
avoid walking and travelling after dark

Thieves target travellers in isolated and coastal areas.

' Express kidnapping ' occurs. Kidnappers abduct people and force them to withdraw funds from ATMs before releasing them. This can happen after being befriended by strangers or while using unlicensed taxis. Only use registered taxis.

If you're stopped by police, ask to see their ID, especially before paying fines.

Border areas

There are bandits near the borders of Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Do not travel within 30km of the border with Mozambique in the Mtwara region. Terrorists are likely to target foreigners and foreign interests. The insurgency poses an extreme threat in neighbouring Cabo Delgado province in Mozambique, and attacks are highly likely to continue. Read the Mozambique travel advice for more information.

In August 2021, the South African Development Community (SADC) deployed military forces to Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. Terrorist organisations may increase operations in the Mtwara region as it may be outside the current reach of SADC operations.

The US Embassy and the United Nations recommend that you use police escorts on parts of the Rusomo to Kahama Road near the border with Rwanda. There's a threat of armed attacks.

Pay attention to your personal security when visiting national parks, game parks and reserves.

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you're connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

More information:

Cyber security when travelling overseas

Civil unrest and political tension

Be alert in public places. Avoid locations without an obvious security presence.

Avoid large gatherings or demonstrations. Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

Monitor the media and other sources for safety information.

Demonstrations and civil unrest

Tours and adventure activities

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes adventure activities, such as diving.

If you plan to do an adventure activity :

check if your travel insurance policy covers it
ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Wildlife safety

Follow local wildlife laws. Keep a safe and legal distance when looking at animals. This includes marine animals and birds.

Only use trusted and professional guides or tour operators.

Follow park rules and the advice of wardens.

Don't swim in lakes and rivers. You could be attacked by wildlife. There's also a risk of catching waterborne diseases.

Climate and natural disasters

Tanzania experiences natural disasters and severe weather , such as:

earthquakes

If a natural disaster happens, follow the advice of local authorities.

The rainy seasons in Tanzania are from March to May and November to December. Unusual weather patterns may mean the rainy season is delayed or extended.

Floods may close roads.

Monsoons occur in coastal areas and on islands, between June and October.

Earthquakes

Tanzania lies on a fault line so earthquakes are possible.

All oceanic regions can experience tsunamis. In the Indian and Pacific Oceans, the risk is higher. There are many large earthquakes along major tectonic plate boundaries and ocean trenches in this region.

Cyclones can happen along coastal areas. The direction and strength of cyclones can change with little warning.

If there's a cyclone or severe storm:

you may get stuck in the area
ferries may stop running (to and from Zanzibar)
flights could be delayed or suspended
flights out may fill quickly
adequate shelter may not be available

Severe weather may also affect:

access to ports
road travel and bridges
essential services, such as water and electricity

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

what activities and care your policy covers
that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

have a basic health check-up
ask if your travel plans may affect your health
plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

General health advice
Healthy holiday tips (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Tanzania. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

what the medication is
your required dosage
that it's for personal use

Medical care

Medical facilities.

There are limited medical facilities and medications are often not available, even in major cities.

If you have an accident or become ill, you may need to be evacuated by air to Kenya or another country. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

Health risks

Insect-borne diseases.

Malaria is found throughout the year, except in areas above 1800 metres. Chloroquine-resistant strains of malaria have been reported.

Other insect-borne diseases occur. These include:

yellow fever
human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness)

The tsetse fly carries sleeping sickness. This is common to the northern safari area of Tanzania.

To protect yourself from disease:

use insect repellent
wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing
insect-proof your accommodation
consider taking medication to prevent malaria

Get medical advice if you have a fever, muscle pain, rash or severe headache.

HIV/AIDS is widespread. Take steps to reduce your risk of exposure to the virus.

Marburg Virus

On 21 March 2023, the Tanzanian Government confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus in the Bukoba District in Kagera Region. The disease is spread through contact with infected bodily fluid from people and animals. Take steps to reduce your potential risk of exposure to the virus, including practising good hygiene and avoiding high-risk activities.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases are common. Serious outbreaks happen. These include:

tuberculosis
meningococcal disease
Rift Valley virus

To protect yourself from illness:

drink boiled water or bottled water with sealed lids
avoid ice cubes
don't eat raw or undercooked food, such as salads
don't touch domestic animals
don't swim in fresh water

If you're bitten or scratched by an animal, get medical help straight away.

Get medical advice if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

Altitude sickness

If you plan to climb Mt Kilimanjaro (5895m) make sure you're physically fit and in good health. Be aware of altitude sickness.

If you rapidly climb to altitudes greater than 2500m, you can get altitude sickness. This can be life-threatening and affect anyone, even if you're physically fit.

People who are more at risk of altitude sickness are those who:

have had altitude sickness before
exercise or drink alcohol before adjusting to the change in altitude
have health problems that affect breathing

If you're planning to visit high altitudes areas, check with your doctor before you go.

Make sure your insurance policy covers you.

While in Tanzania, you're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Pornography

It's illegal to possess or access pornographic material.

LGBTQIA+ laws

Same-sex activity is illegal. Authorities can jail you for up to 30 years. Authorities might subject you to an invasive examination.

In June 2017, the Tanzanian Government announced a crackdown on LGBTQIA+ rights advocates in Tanzania.

In September 2017, authorities arrested 20 people in Zanzibar while they were receiving training about HIV/AIDS prevention.

The Regional Commissioner of Dar es Salaam has formed a surveillance team to identify suspected LGBTQIA+ people.

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and advocates can be targets for harassment. There are regular cases of harassment and arrests by authorities and intimidation by members of the public. LGBTQIA+ travellers should take precautions.

Advice for LGBTQIA+ travellers

Penalties for drug offences are severe. They can include long jail terms.

Carrying or using drugs

It's illegal to photograph military zones, weapons or personnel.

Serious crimes, such as treason and murder, carry the death penalty.

There's corporal punishment for some crimes. This includes rape or robbery with violence.

Be aware of how you use social media, and what you post online. You need to comply with cybercrime laws.

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Staying within the law and respecting customs

Local customs

Dress and behaviour standards are conservative in Tanzania, especially in Zanzibar. Take care to be respectful and not offend.

Avoid public displays of affection.

If you're a woman, don't wear shorts or sleeveless tops outside tourist resorts.

Advice for female travellers

Dual citizenship

Tanzania doesn't recognise dual nationality.

This limits the consular services we can give if you're a Tanzanian dual national and arrested or detained.

Always travel on your Australian passport .

Dual nationals

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

You need a visa to enter Tanzania. Tanzania has introduced an online visa application form that can be submitted and approved online ahead of travel.

It is also possible to get some single-entry visas on arrival in Tanzania at the main points of entry if you meet all the requirements for entry. You may also be asked to provide proof of your return journey. For further information about visas, visit the Tanzanian immigration website .

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact an embassy or consulate of Tanzania for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules and the online visa application form.

Yellow fever vaccination

Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required for entry to Tanzania if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever risk country. S ome airlines may want to see one when you leave.

Find out about returning to Australia after exposure to yellow fever and see the World Health Organization's advice on countries with a risk of yellow fever.

Countries with a risk of yellow fever (PDF 152KB)

Border measures

If you intend to travel to Tanzania, confirm entry requirements with Tanzanian authorities prior to making any travel arrangements. Refer to the latest requirements on the Ministry of Health’s website .

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with 'X' gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can't guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

More information:

LGBTQIA+ travellers

Other formalities

Single-use plastic bags are banned in Tanzania, including in travellers' luggage.

The Tanzanian currency is the Tanzanian Shiling (TZS).

Credit card fraud can occur in Tanzania. Always keep your credit card in sight during transactions.

Avoid using ATMs on the street. Use ATMs in banks, shops, hotels and shopping centres.

Local travel

Road travel.

Driving can be hazardous, especially at night.

Most roads and vehicles are in poor condition.

High speeds, poor driving and bad lighting are all road risks.

Accidents are common and deaths happen.

You're more likely to be killed in a car accident in Tanzania than in Australia.

Driving or riding

Other transport

Use only well-maintained transport and taxis. This includes long-distance buses.

Ferries can be overloaded or unseaworthy. There have been 2 major incidents in recent years with many deaths.

Don't board any vessel that's overloaded or in bad condition.

Transport and getting around safely

Piracy happens off the coast of Tanzania.

Somali pirates attack shipping vessels up to 1000 nautical miles (1852km) from the coast of Somalia.

All ships, cruise liners and commercial vessels are targets for Somali pirates. Many attacks and kidnappings have happened off the Tanzanian coast.

Be alert and exercise extreme caution anywhere in coastal waters. Don't leave sight of the coastline.

International Maritime Bureau

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check Tanzania's air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

family and friends
travel agent
insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

The Australian Consulate in Dar es Salaam provides limited consular help to Australians in Tanzania by appointment only. The consulate doesn't issue passports.

Full consular help is available from the Australian High Commission in Kenya.

Australian Consulate, Dar es Salaam

Level 3, Address Building Plot 1403/01, Bains Singh Avenue, Msasani Peninsula Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Phone: +255 (0)753 301 837 Email: [email protected]

Check the Australian High Commission in Kenya's website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

Australian High Commission, Nairobi

Limuru Road, Rosslyn Nairobi, Kenya Phone: +254 20 4277 100 Fax: +254 20 4277 139 Website: kenya.highcommission.gov.au Facebook: Australian High Commission, Kenya Twitter: @AusHCKenya

Check the High Commission website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

+61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
1300 555 135 in Australia

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Travel advisory.

19 Nov 2020
News and Events

The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has been instituting various preventive measures with a goal to limit the spread of corona virus in the country. After reviewing the current situation of COVID-19 infection in the country, we have observed a decreasing trend of admitted COVID-19 cases as evidenced by the closure of COVID-19 Isolation/Treatment Centres. Furthermore, despite opening of public/private schools and resumption of sports activities, the situation has remained safe. However, there is a likelihood of importation of cases from other countries.

In view of this, the Government has slightly modified the Travel Advisory No. 4 of 20thJuly, 2020 and come-up with version No 5, effective from 05th August, 2020 to accommodate additional measures related to international travel as follows:

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Traveling to and from tanzania during covid-19.

The information on this page will be updated periodically as requirements and protocols change. Date of last update: 12/Jan/2023. The information below summarizes the content of Travel Advisory No. 12 as of 13 Jan 2023

For Zanzibar regulations, please click here . They echo the mainland regulations.

All full time Access 2 Tanzania safari guides have been vaccinated against Covid-19

Traveling to Tanzania

Tanzania requires filling out a Traveler’s Health Surveillance Form within 24 hours prior to arrival for travelers arriving from or transited through Uganda or the DRC . Follow this link: https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/ . Once completed the traveler will receive a completion notification containing their Unique Health Code (UHC) which they will present upon arriving. If arriving directly onto Zanzibar, please use this link instead.

Travel Advisory Summary ( please read the full regulations ):

Arriving guests do not need to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination, but are encouraged to be vaccinated.
Arriving guests are not required to present RT-PCR certificates ore perform a Rapid Antigen test upon arrival.
Upon arrival thermal and physical screening will be done.

Your international airline may have pre-boarding testing requirements. Please study the requirements of your airline and international airport(s) carefully. Most of our guests transfer/travel through Amsterdam and currently if you do not leave the airport (Schiphol) then there are no Covid testing requirements.

Traveling in Tanzania

While traveling in Tanzania, standard Covid-19 protocols (masking, social distancing, and sanitizing) will be adhered to by your guide and those working in the tourism industry, while in public settings, airports/airplanes, and the common areas of accommodations. All full time Access 2 Tanzania safari guides have been vaccinated against Covid-19.

Much of your time on safari will be socially distanced from other travelers and outside. However, if you plan to travel in a more populous area (city or town), we recommend being masked when social distancing cannot be maintained.

Departing Tanzania

The government of Tanzania has no testing (or any other) requirements related to Covid for departing travelers. All departing travelers are advised to seek information prior to departure regarding COVID-19 requirements of their country of destination.

For travelers that need a PCR or Rapid Test in order to depart Tanzania, both tests are available. Please study the requirements of your final destination, airline and international airport(s) carefully. Covid-19 testing costs (PCR Test on Mainland Tanzania $50 pp / PCR Test on Zanzibar $80 pp / Rapid Test $10 pp) are the responsibility of the traveler. Facility fees may be applicable at some locations. As your tour operator, we will help coordinate proper test timing, location, and test payment.

Note for travelers returning to the United States: As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight.

Rapid Test Procedures

If you require a Rapid Test prior to boarding you need to arrive at your international airport of departure at least 3-4 hours prior to departure.
All international airports (JRO, DAR and ZNZ) have Rapid Test capacity.
Masks are required at testing sites
Pre-registration is not required
Payment of $10 can be made in cash on site
Results are provided within 15 to 20 minutes of taking the test
UPDATE: A negative COVID-19 test is not required for transiting passengers in Amsterdam (AMS) who do not leave the airport and whose connection time is within 1 day. However, it is strongly encouraged to use the Delta Discover Map to verify the entry requirements of your final destination, as your final destination may require you to have a negative COVID-19 test.

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Tanzania travel guide: Everything you need to know

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With over one third of its land dedicated as national parks or reserves, starring the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration, it’s no wonder Tanzania is considered Africa’s classic safari destination for first-timers and connoisseurs alike. But East Africa ’s largest country is much more than that. You can summit snow-capped Kilimanjaro , the world’s tallest freestanding mountain, or follow Jane Goodall’s footsteps tracking chimps in the remote Gombe Stream National Park. Dive pristine reefs off Indian Ocean islands, discover diverse cultures and cuisines with Swahili, Indian and Arab influences or simply chill on postcard-perfect beaches with sand as soft as white pepper.

Travel restrictions and entry requirements

Tanzania’s latest travel advisory states fully vaccinated travellers need to present their vaccination certificates on arrival. If you’re not fully vaccinated, you’ll need a PCR test within 72 hours before departure, or you can pay around $10 to get a rapid antigen test on arrival. You should also complete a Traveller’s Health Surveillance Form within 24 hours before arrival. On leaving Tanzania, check with your airline/country of arrival to see if they require a test. You’ll need to wear a mask if visiting a testing centre. Visas are required for British travellers, which can be obtained online or on arrival.

Best time to go

Safaris are best in the dry season, when the grasses are low and wildlife can easily be seen, so between June and October in Tanzania’s Northern and Southern safari circuits. This also coincides with the renowned river crossings of the Great Migration in Serengeti, making it the busiest and most expensive time to visit. As an alternative, visit the southern Serengeti in February when some 200,000 calves are born. Kilimanjaro is at its best – and busiest – from late June to September too, but December to March can also bring good conditions for climbing.

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Serengeti national park.

The star of African safaris, Serengeti means ‘endless plains,’ an apt name for a national park spanning 14,763sqkm, famous for its Great Migration. You’ll witness up to two million wildebeest and zebra traversing the vast savannah on their never-ending quest for fresh fodder. As they stampede northwards, they cross rivers bubbling with eager, evil-looking crocs to reach Kenya’s Maasai Mara, then repeat the ordeal on their return. This frenzied phenomenon lures predators aplenty, along with crowds of tourists, so book your stay way in advance. Choose from a range of accommodation types – from eye-wateringly expensive but classy camps like Singita’s Faru Faru to the National Park’s basic huts and campsites. For some of the best big cat sightings in Africa, head east to the Soit le Motonyi area and the fabulous Namiri Plains camp.

Alien igloos, lions and leopards: Escaping the safari crowds in Tanzania

Ngorongoro Crater

Part of the Northern Circuit that includes Serengeti and the smaller parks of Lake Manyara and Tarangire, Ngorongoro is home to a staggering 30,000 animals. It’s the world’s largest intact caldera, measuring 260sq km and the Big Five clique (eles, buffalo, lions, leopards, and rhinos) roam the crater floor, encircled by dramatic escarpments plummeting 600 metres from the rim. Your nearest hotels and lodges lie on the rim: the quirky and ridiculously sumptuous &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge and the far simpler Rhino Lodge, which supports the local Maasai, are both close to the gate, giving you early morning access ahead of the hordes of visitors.

Zanzibar Island

If you want to wallow on beautiful palm-fringed beaches, sail into the sunset on dhow cruises, or overindulge at full-moon parties, then head to the Indian Ocean paradise of Zanzibar. While you’re there, check out the superb diving around Mnemba Island and snorkel above the pristine coral reefs of Chumbe Island, kitesurf on Paje Beach or visit the friendly fishing villages of Matemwe and Jambiani.

Beyond the beaches, in Jozani Forest, you can spot endangered red colobus monkeys found only on Zanzibar, and tour aromatic spice plantations (it’s not called The Spice Islands for nothing). Discover the heart-rending slave-trade history in the labyrinthine streets of ancient Stone Town, once the capital of Oman. And at dusk, enjoy a cool beer in the bars around Kelele Square watching footie on the beach below, before savouring sizzling kebabs from Forodhani’s lively food market.

Kilimanjaro

Towering 5,895 metres above sea level, Kilimanjaro’s summit is a magnet for keen hikers: you’ll never forget standing on Uhuru Point as dawn breaks over Africa. Annually, some 35,000 climbers weave their way around the seven routes, starting in rainforests and ending at glaciers capping the continent’s highest mountain. Don’t be fooled: it might look like a ginormous molehill and doesn’t need technical skills, but Kili can be a killer. Take time to acclimatise to the lack of oxygen and avoid the shortest, cheapest, lung-busting Marangu route (taking five days). Instead, take the scenic eight-day Lemosho/Shira trail or the more remote Northern Circuit lasting nine days: the longer your trek, the better your chances of summitting.

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Best under-the-radar destinations

Ruaha national park.

If raw wilderness is your thing, head to Ruaha. Together with Nyerere (formerly Selous Game Reserve), Mikumi and Udzungwa National Parks, it forms the country’s little-visited Southern Circuit. Ruaha is home to 10 per cent of Africa’s lions, East Africa’s largest population of elephants and several packs of rare wild dogs. But you won’t see many visitors, aside from safari connoisseurs in the know. With just a handful of lodges, it feels as if you have Ruaha’s vast savannahs, rolling hills, golden sand rivers and groves of baobabs all to yourself. Try the new Usangu Expedition Camp in the remote south for hands-on conservation work with a touch of luxury.

Mafia Island

Mafia is how you imagine Zanzibar might have been before tourism hit. Quieter, smaller, but with fewer beaches, it oozes Swahili culture and is still relatively undeveloped, with a handful of lodges dotted around Chole Bay. Come here to dive within the Mafia Island Marine Park, which protects over 450 species of tropical fish, sharks and dolphins, and 50 types of coral. The island’s special guests are migrating whale sharks. You can swim with these gentle giants of the Indian Ocean from October to March – at up to 12 metres long, with some 350 rows of teeth, they eat only plankton and are perfectly safe.

Rubondo Island National Park

Uninhabited by humans, this extraordinary emerald island lying off the southern shores of Lake Victoria is an unlikely home to chimpanzees, giraffes, elephants and rare sitatunga antelopes. The chimps were reintroduced here in the 1960s, rescued from captivity, with elephants and giraffes relocated later. While there’s no guarantee you’ll see our primate cousins, you can help habituate them to people by going out and about with their trackers. Be prepared: chimps are restless creatures and you’ll need to be fit to keep up with them. Alternatively, try bird watching, fish for enormous Nile Perch (weighing up to 100kg), take drives and walks around the island or boat trips on the lake. There’s just one camp here, lying on the lakeshore, but with crocs and hippos bobbing in the water, don’t even think about going for a swim.

Best things to do

Take a walk on serengeti’s wild side.

Even in the height of migration season, you can avoid Serengeti’s crowds by walking and camping in its Wilderness Zones with Wayo Africa . It’s not too basic – you have proper beds, private outdoor bathrooms with compost loos and good, old-fashioned bucket showers, hearty meals cooked by your chef, and superb guides who know exactly what to do should you meet a lion on your stroll…

Zanzibar’s Sauti za Busara Swahili Music and Cultural Festival

For four days in February, Zanzibar buzzes to the beats of Swahili music from all over Africa in Stone Town’s atmospheric Old Fort. Up to 400 performers cover everything from traditional Taraab and spiritual music to fusion, urban and hip hop, with fringe events, a parade and beach parties too. Some 20,000 people come for the vibe.

Gems of Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania’s third largest city, is its safari capital and the hub for most northern circuit operators. If you have a day to spare here, ignore the irritating safari-selling touts and take a tour of The Tanzanite Experience. The museum explains the history and process of mining this rare gem, unique to Tanzania, that glistens in shades of blue, violet, or burgundy. Buy the genuine article here: hawkers and shops sell “gemstones” but beware the scams.

Getting around

Scheduled flights with Precision Air, Coastal Aviation and Auric Air, among others, will take you to all the main safari and island destinations, with a good network around the country. Safaris booked through a tour operator will include a 4WD and driver/guide to take you around and between destinations. Express buses drive between Arusha, Moshi (the nearest town to Kilimanjaro) and Dar es Salaam. Local dala-dalas (minibuses) are everywhere but are usually jam-packed and sometimes precarious. Self-drive is also an option. Several ferries run between Dar and Zanzibar and other islands but be aware there have been some tragic accidents in the past, so travel with reputable companies – and never by dhow.

How to get there

Tanzania’s two main airports are Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro International Airport, halfway between Arusha and Moshi, which is the best option for most travellers. Flights vary hugely on cost and duration, with no direct options to Tanzania from London. Kenyan Airways and Ethiopian Airlines offer the best value for money and are the quickest, via Nairobi and Addis Ababa respectively, with Turkish Airlines also a contender. Etihad and Qatar Airways are also good options for flights to Zanzibar, via Dubai and Doha respectively.

Money-saving tip

Don’t get fixed on seeing the Great Migration’s frenzied and often ferocious river crossings to and from the Maasai Mara – costs skyrocket in the Serengeti from June to October. Instead, go when the noisy wildebeest neighbours have left the beautiful northern area and you’ll have time and space to appreciate all the other animals at a fraction of the cost.

What’s the weather like?

Tanzania’s weather is generally pleasant and tropical, without huge variations in temperatures through the year. The short rains usually come in November and December, with the long rains in March to May, although locals say the rains are more erratic now due to global warming. Kilimanjaro is always cold on the summit – prepare for water bottles to freeze. The coast can get hot and sticky, reaching around 33 degrees, and the mercury doesn’t descend too much even at night.

What time zone is it in?

GMT + 3 hours

What currency do I need?

Tanzanian shillings.

What language is spoken?

KiSwahili and English are the official languages and English is widely spoken other than in the more remote areas.

Is it safe?

Tanzania is safe if you follow usual precautions: be careful if you’re walking at night, especially in cities and some beaches. On safari, always respect the animals and follow your guide’s instructions whether you’re in a vehicle or on foot. On Kili treks, drink plenty of fluids and let your guide know if you’re feeling unwell – descending is the safest way to recover from high altitude sickness.

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Hurricane Helene live tracker: Storm makes landfall as Category 4 in Florida, latest updates and projected path for Georgia

Hurricane Helene made landfall Thursday night in Florida's Big Bend coast as a monster Category 4 storm, lashing the state with winds up to 140 mph and life-threatening storm surges.

More than a million customers were without power in Florida, as the exceptionally large storm brought damaging conditions hours ahead of its arrival. Flooding was reported up and down Florida's coast, from Fort Myers to Clearwater, with record surge levels recorded across the Tampa area. Storm surges up to 20 feet had been predicted for the storm.

Officials have been sounding the alarm for days, urging residents to heed evacuation orders and not underestimate the storm. A state of emergency was declared in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina.

Helene will bring far-reaching effects beyond Florida, with the storm expected to carry heavy rains, strong winds, and the potential for flash flooding as far as the Appalachian Mountains.

What to expect from Helene overnight and into Friday

Hurricane Helene made landfall Thursday night as an immense storm carrying catastrophic, life-threatening conditions, according to weather forecasters. Here's a look at the hurricane and its impact as of early Friday morning:

Helene made landfall at 11:10 p.m. ET as a Category 4 storm in the Big Bend region of Florida, with maximum sustained winds of 140 mph.

More than a million customers are without power in Florida , with that number potentially increasing into Friday.

Flooding has occurred across wide swaths of Florida's Gulf Coast. Record storm surges were seen throughout the Tampa area, and water levels in Cedar Key, Fla., were nearly nine feet above normal tide levels.

Helene is moving inland, with the potential to bring "damaging wind gusts" to parts of Georgia and the Carolinas, according to The National Hurricane Center. The storm will be felt especially over the higher terrain of the southern Appalachian area. Residents should be prepared for extended loss of power, the hurricane center warned .

Flash flooding warnings are in effect for parts of north central Georgia, including the Greater Atlanta region, until 5:30 a.m.

"Catastrophic and life-threatening flash and urban flooding, including numerous significant landslides" are possible for the Southern Appalachian region through Friday, according to the hurricane center.

Tornado risks overnight in the Carolinas

The risk of tornadoes from Helene will remain overnight in the eastern Carolinas, the National Weather Service office in Wilmington, N.C., warned Thursday night.

Hurricane #Helene is approaching landfall on the FL Gulf Coast as a category four storm. A tornado risk will continue overnight here across the eastern Carolinas. We also expect increasing winds late tonight into Friday morning with gusts of 40-50 mph possible. #ncwx #scwx pic.twitter.com/uPulId0NvU — NWS Wilmington, NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) September 27, 2024

View from space shows the incredible size of Hurricane Helene

The International Space Station passed right over Hurricane Helene Thursday, capturing footage of the massive storm as it traveled toward the Florida Gulf Coast.

The International Space Station flew over Hurricane Helene at 2:25 p.m. EDT Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, as it approached the Gulf Coast of Florida packing winds in excess of 120 miles an hour. pic.twitter.com/J1iU0Iztpx — International Space Station (@Space_Station) September 26, 2024

More than a million customers now without power in Florida

More than a million customers are now without power in Florida as the impact of Helene grows on the Sunshine State, according to PowerOutage.us , a website that tracks power outages across the country.

Helene makes landfall in Florida's Big Bend

Helene made landfall Thursday night as a powerful Category 4 storm in Florida's Big Bend, the National Hurricane Center declared .

"Based on NWS Doppler radar data, the eye of Helene has made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in the Florida Big Bend region at about 11:10 PM EDT (0310 UTC) just east of the mouth of the Aucilla River," the hurricane center announced.

Tampa mayor says city experiencing 'substantial flooding' from Hurricane Helene

“We are seeing substantial flooding in this entire region,” Tampa Mayor Jane Castor told ABC News on Thursday night. Local meteorologist Jeff Berardelli reported that the storm surge from Helene had surpassed previously recorded records throughout the Tampa area, in some places by almost 2 feet.

Record levels at ALL Tampa Bay Area gauges eclipsed and still rising. Surge has been ~6 feet so far in Clearwater. Record broken by almost 2 ft at Clearwater. These are measured against MLLW as noted on the graphic. I’ll update later as levels continue to rise. @WFLA pic.twitter.com/KcuzrbmKqs — Jeff Berardelli (@WeatherProf) September 27, 2024

Tampa was not in the direct path of the hurricane and benefited from the worst of the surge coming during low tide, Castor said. Helene is expected to create a storm surge as high as 20 feet in the areas of Florida’s Panhandle that will experience the worst of the storm.

DAVIS ISLANDS FLOODED: The roads leading in and out of Davis Islands have flooded from Hurricane Helene, Tampa police said. Read more: https://t.co/qUB1JNnH88 pic.twitter.com/In5pMpoz4L — WFLA NEWS (@WFLA) September 27, 2024

Helene now 'very close to making landfall'

Hurricane Helene is now "very close to making landfall in the Florida Big Bend," the National Hurricane Center acknowledged in its 11 p.m. ET update . The storm would be "accompanied by a catastrophic storm surge and life-threatening winds," the hurricane center added in its update.

Water levels rising sharply on Florida's Gulf Coast

Water levels were rising sharply on Florida's Gulf Coast as Helene's landfall loomed Thursday night.

The water levels at Cedar Key, Fla., about 130 miles north of Tampa, experienced a sharp increase as Helene approached, registering a level of "major flooding," according to the National Ocean Service.

Helene was projected to bring deadly storm surges of up to 15-20 feet to parts of Florida.

Water levels along the Gulf Coast of Florida are sharply rising (the red line in the graph below) as Hurricane Helene approaches. View real-time water level and meteorological data at: https://t.co/vIHzQ8e8AP Follow your local National Weather Service office for the latest… pic.twitter.com/rykON6gG8v — NOAA's Ocean Service (@noaaocean) September 27, 2024

'TAKE COVER NOW' National Weather Service warns

"TAKE COVER NOW," The National Weather Service warned Thursday night as Helene moved onshore.

The weather service urged anyone in the area to "move immediately to the safe room in your shelter. Take action now to protect your life!"

The eye wall of #Helene is moving onshore now. TAKE COVER NOW! Treat these imminent, extreme winds as if a tornado was approaching and move immediately to the safe room in your shelter. Take action now to protect your life! pic.twitter.com/3IoCB5kDjb — National Weather Service (@NWS) September 27, 2024

Helene in Florida, John in Mexico

Hurricane Helene was not the only major storm wreaking havoc in the Americas on Thursday.

UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain highlighted the fact that Hurricane John, which rapidly intensified on Monday and made landfall in Punta Maldonado in Guerrero, Mexico, as a Category 3 storm, continues to menace Western Mexico.

Meanwhile, another hurricane-related disaster is simultaneously unfolding on the Pacific coast of Mexico in and near #Acapulco , where now nearly-stationary Hurricane #John is producing extremely heavy and ongoing rainfall along with catastrophic flooding and landslides. https://t.co/5qRcEFwNOy — Dr. Daniel Swain (@Weather_West) September 26, 2024

Helene 'beginning to move ashore,' NHC says

Hurricane Helene is "beginning to come ashore" as an "extremely dangerous Category 4" storm, the National Hurricane Center said in its 10 p.m. ET bulletin.

"Helene is producing catastrophic winds that will be spreading onshore in the Florida Big Bend region during the next few hours. This is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation," the bulletin stated . "Persons should not leave their shelters and remain in place through the passage of these life-threatening conditions. When the eye comes ashore, people are reminded to not venture out in the relative calm, as hazardous winds will increase very quickly when the eye passes."

Helene continues to pack 140 m.p.h. winds.

Georgia can expect 'swaths of downed trees'

The National Weather Service in Atlanta continues warn residents that Hurricane Helene will cause its share of problems in the Peach State through Friday night.

"Impacts to north and central Georgia will include:

Heavy rainfall leading to flooding

Damaging wind gusts that will likely lead to numerous power outages and swaths of downed trees, especially EAST of the storm's center

Short-lived tornadoes "

7:45 PM Update (1/4): Hurricane Helene is forecast to make landfall as a major hurricane later this evening. Conditions will deteriorate across north and central Georgia this evening and last through Friday. #gawx pic.twitter.com/J5c5ZL58O7 — NWS Atlanta (@NWSAtlanta) September 26, 2024

Tornado watches, warnings issued for parts of Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for a large area encompassing parts of all three states due to extreme weather caused by Hurricane Helene. Watches are used to advise residents that conditions could lead to tornadoes in the area.

Several counties, mostly in Georgia, have also been placed under the higher-urgency tornado warning, which indicates that a tornado has been spotted or may be imminent.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina until 8 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/1MJ0CSksFL — NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) September 27, 2024

How climate change makes hurricanes more dangerous

While there is little evidence to suggest that rising global temperatures are causing more hurricanes to form, there's plenty showing that warmer air and water temperatures contribute to making them wetter, windier and stronger .

"Stronger winds pile up more water, creating bigger storm surges," Michael Mann, a professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania, told ABC News .

Hurricane Helene underwent rapid intensification over the past two days, another factor linked to climate change . An additional element making hurricanes more dangerous is sea level rise. Along the Florida coast where Helene is poised to make landfall, the Gulf of Mexico has risen by approximately 6 inches since 1900, and it is projected to rise another 11 inches by 2050.

Flash flood warning issued for Florida coast

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Florida's capital city of Tallahassee and much of the Big Bend region coastline ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Helene.

The warning was in effect until 3:15 a.m. ET.

Flash Flood Warning including Tallahassee FL, Quincy FL and Perry FL until 3:15 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/fjnzRvnluS — NWS Tallahassee (@NWSTallahassee) September 27, 2024

"A Flash Flood Warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood prone area move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain," the National Weather Service states on its website .

Helene's minimum central pressure continues to drop

One measurement that indicates how strong a hurricane will be is its minimum central pressure. Hurricane Helene's continued to drop Thursday evening as it approached land.

There have only been 13 hurricanes since 1900 that have made landfall in Florida with a pressure as low as Helene's, according to Colorado State University meteorologist Philip Klotzbach.

The most recent hurricane with a pressure this low was the destructive Hurricane Ian , which hit the Sunshine State in September 2022.

#Helene 's pressure is down to 945 hPa. 13 hurricanes since 1900 have made landfall in Florida with pressures <=945 hPa - the most recent of which was #Hurricane Ian (2022, 941 hPa). Lower pressure = stronger hurricane. pic.twitter.com/9mbVbfHGBu — Philip Klotzbach (@philklotzbach) September 26, 2024

Helene now packing 140 mph winds, National Hurricane Center says

Hurricane Helene is now packing sustained winds of 140 mph close to its eyewall as it approaches Florida's coastline, the National Hurricane Center said at 9 p.m. ET.

That means the storm is continuing to strengthen ahead of landfall, a potentially disastrous situation as higher winds will exacerbate a storm surge that could rise as high as 20 feet in some places.

Videos show early effects of Hurricane Helene

Footage captured by local news media and law enforcement shows flooding and wind damage from the Category 4 Hurricane Helene, which is expected to cause catastrophic damage throughout the Gulf Coast when it makes landfall late Thursday evening.

The Palma Sola Causeway is CLOSED. Water over road, loose sailboat, and multiple trees down. #Helene pic.twitter.com/NDI8IZth6Z — Bradenton Police Department (@BradentonPD) September 27, 2024

Update: I’m now seeing traffic being turned around on Gandy Blvd before the bridge. This is the Pinellas side. The Gandy Bridge is now closed. @BN9 #Helene pic.twitter.com/VpureievHC — Tim Wronka (@TimWronka) September 26, 2024

Water beginning to come over walls off the beach in Indian Shores. Also, as the sheriff said earlier…someone is gonna “win a stupid prize…” #HurricaneHelene pic.twitter.com/jLISw266dt — Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (@SheriffPinellas) September 26, 2024

This is just south of the Park Boulevard Bridge. We’re still hours away from peak surge. If you made the decision to stay on the islands, stay inside. Gulf Boulevard is impassable just south of Park Boulevard. #HurricaneHelene pic.twitter.com/EbM2Vjze6s — Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (@SheriffPinellas) September 26, 2024

Over 500,000 without power in Florida and Georgia

With Hurricane Helene still approximately two hours from making landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, more than 500,000 customers in that state were without power, according to Poweroutage.us . Helene has also knocked out power to more than 15,000 customers in Georgia.

More than 12 million people at high risk of excessive rainfall, NWS says

More than 12 million people live within areas at high risk of excessive rainfall from Hurricane Helene, according to the National Weather Service. Heavy rain is expected throughout the Gulf Coast but the highest rain totals, up to 20 inches in some areas, are forecast to hit parts of the Florida Panhandle, central Georgia and the western edges of North and South Carolina.

The NWS is warning of “catastrophic” and “life-threatening” flash floods and landslides in portions of the southern Appalachians into Friday.

🌀 Over 12 million people fall within a High Risk of Excessive Rainfall today & tonight. Catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding from Helene is likely for parts of the Southeast and southern Appalachians. Most flood fatalities occur in vehicles, turn around don't drown! pic.twitter.com/gN6O23Txfv — NWS Weather Prediction Center (@NWSWPC) September 26, 2024

Helene's winds holding at 130 mph as storm approaches land, National Hurricane Center says

In its 8 p.m. ET bulletin , the National Hurricane Center said Hurricane Helene remained a Category 4 storm with sustained winds of 130 miles per hour just hours before it was expected to make landfall in Florida's Big Bend region.

"Helene is moving toward the north-northeast near 23 mph (37 km/h)," NHC said in its bulletin. "A continued fast motion to the north-northeast is expected through landfall in the Florida Big Bend in a few hours."

Helene will generate a massive storm surge of up to 20 feet in some locations, and the problems won't end after it pushes onto land.

"After landfall, Helene is expected to turn northwestward and slow down over the Tennessee Valley on Friday and Saturday," the NHC bulletin said. "Some additional strengthening is possible before the center reaches the coast in a few hours."

Helene's arrival will coincide with high tide

Now a Category 4 storm, Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall in Florida's Big Bend region at approximately 11 p.m. ET on Thursday night. That's worrisome timing, given that high tide will occur at 11:35 p.m., further exacerbating what could be a historic storm surge of up to 20 feet.

Florida county sheriff's office asks residents who didn't evacuate to write name, birthday on body

One Florida county in Hurricane Helene's path is asking residents who have decided to ride out the storm to write their name and other important information on their body in permanent marker in the event they need to be identified.

"If you or someone you know chose not to evacuate, PLEASE write your, Name, birthday and important information on your arm or leg in A PERMANENT MARKER so that you can be identified and family notified," the Taylor County Sheriff's Office Division of Emergency Management wrote on Facebook on Thursday afternoon, hours before Helene was forecast to make landfall on Florida's Big Bend.

Earlier this week, the sheriff's office announced a mandatory evacuation for those in Taylor County.

More from USA Today: Sheriff scolds residents for ignoring Helene evacuation order

Experts describe Helene as 'catastrophic,' 'most significant,' 'historic' and 'potentially unsurvivable'

Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen as it approaches the coast of Florida, and experts have ramped up their language to describe the seriousness of the threat.

The National Hurricane Center warned that the storm surge, which could reach 20 feet in some places, would prove "catastrophic" for Florida's Big Bend coast.

That surge will be "potentially unsurvivable" in places like Apalachicola Bay, according to local officials .

But it's not just Florida where the storm will deliver an impact worthy of superlatives. Because Helene's high winds extend so far from the storm's center, and the amount of rain it will dump will affect such a large area, the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, S.C., issued its own alert warning that, "This will be one of the most significant weather events to happen in the western portion of the area in the modern era."

*URGENT MESSAGE* This will be one of the most significant weather events to happen in the western portions of the area in the modern era. Record flooding is forecasted and has been compared to the floods of 1916 in the Asheville area. pic.twitter.com/Q8SmJUlQda — NWS GSP (@NWSGSP) September 26, 2024

Weather Channel meteorologist Jim Cantore joined that chorus, saying "This will be a historic storm."

It cannot be understated the threat #helene poses across the southeastern United States just based on current intensity projections. There doesn’t appear to be any wiggle room on the downside either. This will be a historic storm for many including southern Appalachia with… pic.twitter.com/PtUzvVjvH5 — Jim Cantore (@JimCantore) September 25, 2024

Photos show severe flooding in Cuba after Helene

Photographer Ramon Espinoza documented life in Guanimar, Cuba, after Hurricane Helene barreled through this week.

Helene will bring 'historic flooding' across multiple states, NWS warns

The National Weather Service continues to warn that the impact from Helene will be felt across multiple U.S. states in the Southeast.

"Historic flooding is looking likely well inland due to very heavy rains from Helene over the next 24 hours," the NWS said Thursday evening, "especially in the hills of northern GA, into eastern TN, and western NC and SC."

Historic flooding is looking likely well inland due to very heavy rains from Helene over the next 24 hours - especially in the hills of northern GA, into eastern TN, and western NC and SC. If you live in an area with hills and it has rained already in the past few days,… pic.twitter.com/icNNqIFSeM — National Weather Service (@NWS) September 26, 2024

Helene now an 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 hurricane

Hurricane Helene has strengthened into an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm, the National Hurricane Center said in a bulletin on Thursday evening.

"A NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft currently investigating Helene recently found that the maximum sustained winds have increased to 130 mph (215 km/h)," the agency said.

DeSantis says Helene likely to make landfall around 11 p.m. ET

In an update on Thursday evening, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Hurricane Helene could make landfall around 11 p.m. ET.

"If you're looking at where this is expected to make landfall, the models have continued to move a little bit east, you're looking at anywhere from that Wakulla, Jefferson County, line over to Taylor County," DeSantis said. "Most of the data we have does have a Taylor County landfall."

Governor Ron DeSantis Gives Update #4 on Hurricane Helene https://t.co/dpaEObNbOz — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) September 26, 2024

Some cruise ships are left at sea due to Helene

Hurricane Helene has forced numerous cruise ships to change course to avoid the storm.

Carnival Cruise Lines said two of its ships — Carnival Elation and Carnival Paradise — could not return to Jacksonville and Tampa after the ports were closed Wednesday. Several other Carnival ships canceled port stops at Cozumel, Mexico.

“The safety of our guests and crew remains our priority, and our ships are sailing a safe distance from the storm,” Carnival said in a statement on Wednesday . Once the storm passes and the ports reopen, it added, "officials will be able to fully conduct a post-storm assessment before giving clearance to return."

Similar adjustments were made for cruise ships operated by Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises and Disney.

More than 200K customers without power in Florida

More than 200,000 customers were without power in Florida as of 5:40 p.m. ET on Thursday, according to PowerOutage.us .

Weather conditions from Hurricane Helene have been intensifying in the hours leading up to the storm's expected landfall in Florida's Big Bend region.

Video shows lightning flashing within Hurricane Helene

A video shared on X by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere showed lightning flashes in the middle of Hurricane Helene.

Lightning flashes within Hurricane Helene's eye wall as robust convection fires. Helene continues to strengthen as it approaches Florida. pic.twitter.com/XOhTY3JOSU — CIRA (@CIRA_CSU) September 26, 2024

Harris warns Americans: 'Take this storm very seriously'

Vice President Kamala Harris said she and President Biden are monitoring Hurricane Helene, which currently has maximum sustained winds of 125 mph.

While speaking at a White House event on gun violence, the Democratic presidential nominee warned those in Helene's path to "take this storm very seriously and please follow the guidance of your local officials."

Forecasters have said Helene is "unusually large," and that those in the Southeast U.S. need to prepare for catastrophic and life-threatening storm conditions.

Hurricane Helene a 'very dangerous and large major hurricane': NHC

Hurricane Helene was still rapidly moving toward Florida's Big Bend around 5 p.m. ET Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center.

"Helene is a very dangerous and large major hurricane," meteorologists wrote in the NHC's most recent advisory . "Damaging winds and catastrophic storm surge expected to begin in the Florida Big Bend this evening."

The storm was located around 130 miles west of Tampa and had maximum sustained winds of 125 mph, just shy of a Category 4 storm. Helene is moving north-northeast at 23 mph.

"Helene will likely be an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane at landfall," forecasters wrote.

Who are the Air Force Hurricane Hunters?

The "Hurricane Hunters" squadron is the only weather reconnaissance mission in the Department of Defense. It started as a barroom dare in 1943 when two U.S. Army pilots challenged each other to fly through a hurricane.

Today, it is formally known as the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron — part of the 403rd Wing located at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Miss. Its mission is to "recruit, organize and train assigned personnel to perform aerial weather reconnaissance," according to the U.S. Air Force website . The squadron ha10 Super Hercules aircraft equipped with meteorological instruments that gather weather data.

2:25 PM EDT - Air Force Hurricane Hunters found that the max sustained winds have increased to near 120 mph (195 km/h). This makes #Helene a dangerous Category 3 MAJOR hurricane. Additional strengthening is expected before #Helene makes landfall in the FL Big Bend this evening. pic.twitter.com/Vncxx2RGum — National Hurricane Center (@NWSNHC) September 26, 2024

Helene 'accelerating' toward Florida's Big Bend

Hurricane Helene is rapidly "accelerating" toward Florida's Panhandle, according to a 4 p.m. ET update from the National Hurricane Center. Tropical storm conditions were recorded "across most of the West Coast of Florida," meteorologists said.

Helene is currently located around 145 miles west-southwest of Tampa and around 165 miles south of Apalachicola, Fla. The storm is still a Category 3, with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph, and is moving north-northeast at 21 mph.

Where will Hurricane Helene go after Florida landfall?

Hurricane Helene is forecast to come ashore as a Category 4 storm tonight along Florida's Gulf Coast.

Fox Weather notes that after making landfall, the storm is expected to "slow down and turn northwest, moving over the Southeast through Friday and Saturday."

Tropical-storm-force winds will be felt in South Carolina as soon as Thursday and across the Southeast through Saturday, with peak gusts up to hurricane strength in parts of Georgia and South Carolina. Helene is expected to track northwest into Kentucky and Tennessee, bringing gusty winds of up to 70 mph. The biggest implications for Helene post-landfall will be the rain totals forecast across multiple states from Georgia to Kentucky and Virginia as Helene taps into available moisture in the Southeast and pushes toward the Appalachian Mountains.

Read more on Hurricane Helene's path from Fox Weather.

Waffle House closes Tallahassee locations ahead of landfall

Waffle House, the restaurant chain known for being open 24/7, is closing locations in Tallahassee, Fla., and its nearby Crawfordville location ahead of Hurricane Helene's landfall Thursday evening.

The chain rarely closes — it's open 365 days a year — so it's notable when Waffle House restaurants shutter.

Years ago, a former local emergency manager in Florida created the "Waffle House Index." USA Today explains : "As part of the index, Waffle House restaurants are ranked and marked with three different colors to signify conditions and let officials know where to deploy first responders and supplies during emergencies."

The rankings mean:

Green = Restaurants are fully operational

Yellow = Hosting a limited menu

Red: Closed entirely

People have come to follow the Waffle House Index to determine how bad a storm is. For example, if first responders cover an area and see a closed Waffle House marked red, that signifies an area is about to be hit by a storm, or needs help.

The last Category 4 hurricane to make landfall in U.S. was Ian

Hurricane Helene is expected to strengthen into a Category 4 storm by the time it makes landfall in Florida late Thursday.

The last time a Category 4 storm made landfall in the United States was Hurricane Ian, which came ashore along the southwest Florida coast in September 2022. It caused 150 deaths in the state, most due to drowning, and extensive damage to coastal communities, including Fort Myers, Naples, Sanibel Island and Pine Island.

Over 100K customers without power in Florida

As of 3 p.m. ET, over 100,000 customers were without power in Florida, according to PowerOutage.us . The outages come hours before Hurricane Helene was set to make landfall Thursday night .

Hurricane Helene strengthens, now a Category 3 storm

In a brief update , the National Hurricane Center said that "Air Force Hurricane Hunters" have found that Helene's maximum sustained winds have increased to near 120 mph.

"This makes Helene a dangerous Category 3 major hurricane," the hurricane center said. "Additional strengthening is expected before Helene makes landfall in the Florida Big Bend this evening."

The storm is located about 160 miles west-southwest of Tampa, Fla., and 195 miles south of Apalachicola, and is moving north-northeast at 20 mph.

St. Petersburg officials tell people who haven't evacuated to shelter in place

In St. Petersburg, Fla., city officials warned residents late Thursday morning that the window to evacuate has closed.

"At this point, if you have not evacuated, you need to shelter in place," St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch said at a press briefing. "The storm conditions will only worsen over the next several hours. The roads are becoming dangerous and it's not safe to drive."

Welch said the city has high-water vehicles in place but "we hope we don't have to use them."

I know it's blue skies, St. Pete, but water is RISING. Please stay off the roads. 📍Coffee Pot Park, 10AM pic.twitter.com/pTFfLmRvUd — St. Petersburg, FL (@StPeteFL) September 26, 2024

Tallahassee airport closes ahead of Helene

Tallahassee International Airport in Florida announced that it will be closed Thursday in anticipation of Hurricane Helene's arrival.

"Operations at Tallahassee International Airport will be suspended Thursday, Sept. 26, and will resume as soon as it is safe to do so," the airport said .

Tampa International Airport and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport had already announced closures, while further inland other airports in the storm's path — including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International — were already reporting flight delays and cancellations.

Disney World, Universal Orlando announce closures as Helene races toward Florida

Disney World and Universal, both located in Orlando, Fla. — in the path of Hurricane Helene — have announced some closures and cancelations as the storm barrels toward Florida.

According to Fox Weather :

Walt Disney World Resort will close Disney's Typhoon Lagoon water park on Thursday, Sept. 26, according to a recent statement. Plus, Beachcomber Shack and Typhoon Lagoon Umbrella rentals are canceled for Thursday as well. Other Disney activities that will be canceled or closed on Thursday because of Helene include the following tours and miniature golf experiences: • Savor the Savanna • Up Close With Rhinos • Walking With Giants • Wild Africa Trek • Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf • Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Universal Orlando announced that the Universal Volcano Bay water park will be closed Thursday. Park officials expect Volcano Bay to reopen on Friday with its regular hours.In addition, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida is canceled Thursday.

Click here for more from Fox Weather.

Helene 'almost a major hurricane' as it grows in strength, NHC says in latest advisory

Helene is growing in strength hours before it's set to make landfall in Florida. According to the National Hurricane Center's 2 p.m. ET advisory , Helene is "almost a major hurricane" — and it's forecast to get even stronger this afternoon.

The storm is currently located about 195 miles southwest of Tampa, and 230 miles south of Apalachicola, Fla.

Helene's maximum sustained winds have increased to 110 mph — still a Category 2 storm — and the storm is moving north-northeast at 16 mph.

As #Helene continues to approach the coast, please do not get overly focused on short-term wobbles in its track, "false" eye locations, or on specific computer model simulations. EVERYONE along the Florida Big Bend coast is at risk of potentially catastrophic storm surge and… pic.twitter.com/LEFNk9UhXv — National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) September 26, 2024

Tallahassee braces itself for Helene's arrival

Tallahassee, Florida's capital, is bracing itself for Helene's arrival on Thursday evening.

Winds of over 100 mph are forecast over a wide region as the storm comes ashore, including to Tallahassee, which is 22 miles from the coast.

With a population of just over 201,000 people, and home to state government offices and two universities, Tallahassee's dense canopy of trees could be especially vulnerable in the storm's high winds.

Wind/Surge impacts continue to remain extremely concerning. The extreme wind section has expanded slightly north into portions of southwest GA with this update (Mitchell/Colquitt counties). Do not take this storm lightly! #Surge #FLwx #Helene #HurricaneHelene pic.twitter.com/jR3m2Wc6Un — NWS Tallahassee (@NWSTallahassee) September 26, 2024

The National Weather Service is warning that Helene, the strongest storm to hit the city in decades, could dump between 12 and 18 inches to the region, all but guaranteeing widespread flooding.

Widespread flooding rains will be an issue. Combined with yesterday's rainfall and future rainfall forecasts, isolated totals could approach 12 to 18 inches. Causing widespread flooding where these amounts fall. Additional isolated amounts could approach 9 to 12 inches. pic.twitter.com/V9hZhA2vFD — NWS Tallahassee (@NWSTallahassee) September 26, 2024

Helene to also bring threat of tornadoes

In addition to wind, rain and storm surge, Hurricane Helene will bring an increased threat of tornadoes to the Southeast.

"The risk for several tornadoes will gradually increase today through tonight," the National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory . "The greatest threat is expected from parts of northern Florida into southeast Georgia, the Midlands and Low Country of South Carolina, and southern North Carolina."

Hurricanes often spawn isolated tornadoes. In early August there were at least seven confirmed tornadoes associated with Hurricane Debby , a Category 1 storm that made landfall in Florida and South Carolina.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Florida and Georgia until 10 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/ZuRq24XMNw — NWS Jacksonville (@NWSJacksonville) September 26, 2024

FEMA administrator: 'Take this threat from storm surge seriously'

At the White House, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell warned that "life-threatening" impacts from Hurricane Helene are possible from Florida to Tennessee, and urged people in its path to heed warnings from state and local governments.

"I need everybody to pay attention to their local officials," Criswell said. "They are going to have the best information on the specific risks where you are at."

According to the National Hurricane Center, a storm surge of up to 20 feet is possible in some areas.

Criswell pointed out that during 2022's Hurricane Ian, the storm surge reached 14 feet, and left 150 people dead — the majority from drowning.

"Please take this threat from storm surge seriously," Criswell said.

Harris briefed on Hurricane Helene

Vice President Kamala Harris was briefed Thursday morning on Hurricane Helene and its potential impact, a White House official said.

"The entire Biden-Harris Administration stands ready to provide further assistance to Florida, and other states in the path of the storm, as needed," the official added. "The President and Vice President continue to urge residents — especially those who have been instructed to evacuate — to listen to local officials."

Biden approves emergency declarations for states in Helene's path

President Biden approved Georgia and North Carolina's emergency declaration on Thursday, authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Department of Homeland Security to assist state and local officials in coordinating disaster relief efforts that may stem from Hurricane Helene.

Biden approved Florida's earlier this week. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a state of emergency Wednesday.

"The entire Biden-Harris Administration stands ready to provide further assistance to Florida, and other states in the path of the storm, as needed," the White House said in a statement Wednesday. "The President continues to urge residents — especially those who have been instructed to evacuate — to listen to local officials."

Parts of Florida already seeing impacts from Helene

Hurricane Helene isn't expected to make landfall in northern Florida until Thursday night, but parts of the state are already starting to see its effects.

In Tampa, water from the bay was seen splashing across a highway bridge early Thursday.

We now have water splashing onto the Howard Frankland Bridge. It’s happening in the northbound lanes toward Tampa. Bridge is still open in both directions as of 9:10 AM. @BN9 #Helene pic.twitter.com/zjCfgPUcHK — Tim Wronka (@TimWronka) September 26, 2024

In Naples, extensive flooding was reported in part of the city.

Naples Bay has crested and started to flood downtown Naples, Fl. @winknews #HurricaneHelene #FLwx #swfl @StormHour pic.twitter.com/WHS1sVXcHY — Chuck 🇺🇲 🇺🇸 🚤🌞🐊🌴 (@chuckbender66) September 26, 2024

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TA NO. 14. THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA ND TRAVEL ADVISORY NO.14 OF 2 JUNE 2023 nd On the 22 March 2023, the government of the United Republic of Tanzania (URT) issued a Travel Advisory Number 13 following the declaration of Marburg Viral Disease (MVD) outbreak in Kagera Region, Tanzania. In collaboration with various stakeholders, Tanzania ...
United Republic of Tanzania issues Travel Advisory No.12, effective
On 12th January 2023, the United Republic of Tanzania (URT) issued updated Travel Advisory No.12 for Mainland Tanzania, replacing Travel Advisory No. 11 of 8th September 2022: All travelers entering or transiting URT through land borders, sea/lake ports or airports, are advised to be fully vaccinated as per approved schedule of primary ...
Travel advice and advisories for Tanzania
Latest weather warnings - Tanzania Meteorological Authority. Cyclones. The cyclone season occurs from November to April. If you decide to travel to Tanzania during this time: be prepared to change your travel plans on short notice, including cutting short or cancelling your trip; carry emergency contact information for your airline or tour ...
Covid-19 Travel Requirements
Traveling to and from Tanzania during Covid-19 The information on this page will be updated periodically as requirements and protocols change. Date of last update: 12/Jan/2023. The information below summarizes the content of Travel Advisory No. 12 as of 13 Jan 2023 For Zanzibar regulations, please click here. They echo the mainland regulations. All full time Access 2 Tanzania safari guides ...
Tanzania travel guide: Everything you need to know
Tanzania's latest travel advisory states fully vaccinated travellers need to present their vaccination certificates on arrival. If you're not fully vaccinated, you'll need a PCR test within ...
Tanzania, including Zanzibar
All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6-11 months, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. In Tanzania poliovirus has been identified in the past year.
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Travel advice and advisories by destination. The Government of Canada's official source of travel information and advice, the Travel Advice and Advisories help you to make informed decisions and travel safely while you are outside Canada. ... Tanzania: Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories) 2024-09-24 12:49:18: thailand ...
Travel Advice for Tanzania
The content on this page is offered information only and pulled together from travel advice and warnings for Tanzania by authorities around the world to their citizens. While we strive to offer you accurate travel advice details, it is offered on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied.
Hurricane Helene Public Advisory
For storm information specific to your area in the United States, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local National Weather Service forecast office. DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK ----- At 800 PM EDT (0000 UTC), the eye of Hurricane Helene was located near latitude 28.7 North, longitude 84.3 West. ...
PDF The United Republic of Tanzania Travel Advisory No.13 of 22nd March 2023
ational spread in line with the International Health Regulation of 2005. Thus, the Government has prepared the Travel Advisory No. 13 of 22nd March 2023 with immediate effect to i. online Traveller's Surveillance Form through: www.afyamsafiri.moh.go.tzAll persons in the contact tracing list should be monitored r. rly and prevented from leaving ...
Tanzania Travel Advisory On September 26, 2024
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