Location

 East Africa 

Official language

 Swahili (Most people in touristic places such as Zanzibar speak English, unlike other areas)

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Currency

Tanzanian Shillings , but the USD is very prized

1000 Tzshs = 0.42 USD / 0.56 CAD / 0.37 EUR

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Visa process:  Can be obtained at the embassy prior to the trip,  at the border if traveling by car or at the airport upon arrival. The visa costs 50 USD except for American Citizens (100$), and is valid for 3 months (at the border at least). 

I know it costs more when applying through the embassy and I have no idea for the price at the airport since I took the bus from Nairobi

 

Popular for: Safaris, Maasai Tribes, Zanzibar beaches, waterfalls, its rich history

 

Things to do and places to visit: Serengeti Safaris, Kitesurfing, Historical Guided tours, Party