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Tanzania e-Visa for the Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. Issued online through the Tanzania Immigration portal — we handle the entire process and Yellow Fever guidance.
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Indian passport holders apply for a Tanzania e-Visa through the Tanzania Immigration Services Department portal (immigration.go.tz). Fill the online form, upload your passport photo and scan, pay USD 50 (approximately ₹4,200) by international card, and receive your visa by email within 5 business days. The e-Visa is valid for 90 days single entry. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and the original certificate must be presented on arrival — begin vaccination at least 10 days before travel. Tanzania's Kilimanjaro International Airport (near Arusha/Moshi) and Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam) are the main international entry points.
The Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania is the world's most famous wildlife reserve — 30,000 km² of savanna grassland hosting the world's largest remaining land animal migration. Over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and Thomson's gazelles migrate in a circular route through the Serengeti and adjacent Masai Mara in Kenya — crossing the Mara River (the most dramatic and dangerous leg) from July–October. Game viewing is excellent year-round in the Serengeti: the southern Ndutu area is calving season (January–February), with thousands of newborn wildebeest and their predators concentrated in one area. The Central Serengeti (Seronera) has the highest year-round predator density. Safari options: fly-in from Kilimanjaro or Arusha to various airstrips, or road journey from Arusha (6+ hours). Minimum 3 nights recommended.
Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) is Africa's highest mountain and one of the world's iconic trekking destinations — a non-technical climb that requires no special equipment, just physical fitness and acclimatization time. Indian trekking enthusiasts are an increasing presence on Kilimanjaro routes. The Marangu Route (5–6 days, hut accommodation) is the most popular. The Machame Route (7 days, tent camping) is considered more scenic and has better acclimatization. The Lemosho Route (8 days) is the recommended choice for Indian trekkers with no previous high-altitude experience — the longer duration significantly improves acclimatization and summit success rate. Park fees: approximately USD 900–1,000 for a 7-day climb (included in most package prices). All climbers must use a licensed Tanzanian operator.
Zanzibar is Tanzania's semi-autonomous island archipelago 35km off the coast — a UNESCO-listed Spice Island with a distinctive Swahili-Arabic culture, white sand beaches, turquoise Indian Ocean water, and Stone Town (the historic capital with labyrinthine coral-stone alleys, carved wooden doors, and a complex trading history). For Indian tourists, Zanzibar has a resonance beyond beaches: Stone Town was a major Indian Ocean trading hub and has significant Indian merchant history from the 19th century. Zanzibar's beaches: Nungwi and Kendwa (north, calm waters, sunset views), Paje and Jambiani (east, windsurfing, kite-surfing, more local feel). Flight from Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar: 30–45 minutes. Most Tanzania itineraries combine safari + Zanzibar beach in one trip.
Many Indian travellers combine Tanzania and Kenya on one Africa trip. Tanzania-only: Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Zanzibar + optional Kilimanjaro. 7–10 days. Strong Serengeti experience. Kenya-only: Masai Mara + Amboseli (with Kilimanjaro backdrop) + Nairobi. 7 days. Tanzania + Kenya: the East Africa circuit for serious wildlife enthusiasts. 14+ days needed. One important note: the East Africa Tourist Visa covers Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda but NOT Tanzania — Tanzania requires its own e-Visa. Most Indian travellers who plan a combined trip do well on Tanzania e-Visa + Kenya e-Visa applied separately. Tanzania is often preferred over Kenya for the Serengeti (vs Masai Mara) because the Serengeti is 10x larger, has more wildlife density, and the Ngorongoro Crater is uniquely spectacular.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area houses the Ngorongoro Crater — the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife environments. The 600m-deep, 260km² crater floor is a self-contained ecosystem where approximately 25,000 large animals live permanently (unable to climb out of the crater walls). The Black Rhino, one of the world's most endangered animals, is most reliably seen here. Ngorongoro is 3.5 hours from Arusha and 4 hours from the Serengeti — almost always combined as a 2-centre Tanzania safari. A crater floor game drive lasts approximately 6 hours. The scenery itself — descending from the crater rim into the vast floor below — is unlike anywhere else in Africa. Staying at a crater rim lodge is recommended (Ngorongoro Serena, Gibb's Farm) for the early morning descent advantage.
Yes — Indian passport holders need a Tanzania e-Visa applied online at immigration.go.tz. Cost is USD 50 (approx. ₹4,200), processing 5 business days. Yellow fever vaccination certificate (original booklet) is also mandatory.
July–October is the Great Migration river crossing season in the Serengeti (wildebeest cross the Mara River). January–February is calving season in Ndutu. December–March is lush green season (shorter rains end in December) — good for birdwatching and fewer tourists. June–October is the dry season with best game concentration around water sources. Any month offers good wildlife in Tanzania.
Yes — Tanzania requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (original International Certificate of Vaccination booklet). Get vaccinated at a designated government vaccination centre in India at least 10 days before travel. The vaccine provides lifelong protection (single dose). A photocopy is not sufficient — original certificate only.
Yes — Kilimanjaro is a non-technical trek (no ropes, no technical climbing) suitable for fit, healthy Indian trekkers. The main challenges are altitude (5,895m) and acclimatization. The Lemosho Route (8 days) is recommended for Indian trekkers without prior high-altitude experience. Success rates for well-prepared trekkers on 7–8 day routes are 70–80%.
Yes — the main tourist areas (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Zanzibar, Arusha, Kilimanjaro) are safe and well-established for international tourism. Zanzibar Stone Town requires standard urban caution. Tanzania as a whole is politically stable. Use licensed safari operators and follow park ranger guidance during all wildlife encounters.
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