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Safety

Countrywide advisory (Government of Canada)

Exercise increased caution

Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories) Regional advisories apply; see the source for zone-level detail.

Source: Government of Canada · Verified 2026-07-26

Northern Safari Circuit and Kilimanjaro

Exercise normal precautions

Arusha, Moshi, and the Serengeti-Ngorongoro region are well-established, secure tourist destinations with robust infrastructure and security presence.

Source: UK FCDO, US State Department · Verified 2026-07-06

Dar es Salaam and Coast

Exercise increased caution

Dar es Salaam is the largest city with active nightlife and commerce. Petty crime (bag snatching, pickpocketing) is common; avoid walking alone at night in certain districts. Zanzibar is safe and a major tourist destination.

Avoid: Ilala and Chalinze districts of Dar late at night; isolated beaches after dark

Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06

Southern and Inland Regions

Exercise normal precautions

Iringa, Mbeya, and southern regions are generally safe. Tourism is less developed, so services are more limited but security incidents affecting tourists are rare.

Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06

4 zones rated separately against Government of Canada, UK FCDO, US State Department. Oldest check on this page: 6 July 2026.

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