getting to Tanzania: British Airways - direct London Emirates - hub Dubai KLM - hub Amsterdam Kenya Airways - hub Nairobi all fly to Dar es Salaam but it is possible to use other routes. getting to Mtwara: Mtwara is a 50 minute flight from Dar es Salaam with daily scheduled flights operated by Precision Air Note that flight times can be subject to change so allow plenty of time for transfers. Private air charters are available through Coastal Aviation, ZanAir and Tanzanair. visas: For most nationalities it is possible to get your visa on arrival. However, you should check with the Tanzanian High Commission in your home country before you travel. If possible, we recommend getting your visa in advance to save time at the airport on your arrival. in Dar es Salaam: Dar es Salaam offers a good range of hotels at all levels: Top range: Golden Tulip, Sea Cliff, Movenpick and Kempinski Mid range: Q Bar and Onnela Budget: Jambo Inn and Safari Inn money: Travellers' cheques are difficult to cash in Tanzania, so we suggest you bring US$ in $100 or $50 bills; many businesses accept $ payments. It is possible to get cash from ATMs using debit/credit cards (visa is best), but this is easier in Dar es Salaam than Mtwara. NOTE: We do NOT accept credit cards, but we do accept US$. health: We recommend that you take malaria medication during your stay, but suggest you do NOT take Larium if you wish to dive. For more information and advice download our Health factsheet.