Basic Safety Rules for Travelers to Tanzania
Don’t walk on your own at night in the major cities or on empty beaches.
Don’t carry too much cash with you.
Wear a money belt that fits under your clothes.
Don’t carry a lot of camera equipment especially in the major cities.
Currency and Money Matters
The Tanzanian unit of currency is the Tanzanian Shilling (TSh). Bills range from 1 shilling to 10,000 shillings. The exchange rates fluctuate, the latest rates can be found in yahoo search engine.
Exchanging Money
The easiest foreign currency to exchange in Tanzania is the US dollar, in either cash or traveler cheque form. While you get better rates at banks and foreign exchange bureaus for the larger bills, keeping a stack of small bills is handy for tips. Most of the high-end hotels and wildlife parks accept US dollars but it can sometimes be a bit cheaper if you pay fees and accommodation in Tanzanian shillings. ATM’s can be found in all the major cities. Major credit cards are only accepted at the more expensive restaurants and hotels.