If you’re traveling to Tanzania for a safari, climbing Kilimanjaro, visiting Zanzibar, or combining all three, there’s a new expense and entry requirement you’ll need to know about.

Beginning October 1, 2026, Tanzania will require many international visitors to carry government-approved inbound travel insurance. The new policy costs $44 per adult and is separate from whatever travel insurance you may already have. ONLY travel insurance from a single approved vendor will be excepted.

It’s not an enormous expense in the context of a Tanzania safari, but it is another entry requirement travelers will need to take care of before their trip.

Who Needs Tanzania’s Travel Insurance?

The requirement generally applies to foreign visitors entering Tanzania, whether arriving by air, land or sea.

There are exemptions, including certain residents of East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) partner states, along with other exempt categories such as qualifying residents, diplomats,…