While the government has tried to eliminate the flies, many areas are not safe for humans or their animals. Malaria is always a threat in the country. Soccer is the favorite sport in Tanzania. Most of the land was once savanna and bush, but today is semidesert.
There is an abundance of wildlife in Tanzania. Some of the most well-known African mammal species are native to Tanzania: wildebeest, zebra , giraffe , elephant , rhino , lion , and leopard. They are endangered due to poaching. Crocodiles and hippopotamuses can be found along riverbanks and lakeshores, and giant turtles live off the coast. The Gombe Stream National Park is a well-known chimpanzee sanctuary where Jane Goodall did research on chimps in their natural habitat.
The president is the head of the country and chief of the armed services. General elections are held once every five years. Zanzibar also has its own president, assembly, ministry, and makes its own laws. Zanzibar is wealthier than the rest of the country. Dar es Salaam is the administrative capital, but Dodoma will be the future capital and is home to Tanzania's legislature. After Tanganyika and Zanzibar became independent countries, they merged in to form the nation of Tanzania.
This was a very elaborate post and extremely helpful for those looking forward to moving to Tanzania. He had lot of good things to say about the countryside beauty. Malaria was a concern though. What was his experience like living in Dar? Thanks for this great article! My point is daruselam is, safe electric inter is a problem that side and which side which area best must rant a flat or house.
Nikki are you still in Tanzania with all the goings on. I visited Dar es Salaam back in Feb and been trying to move ever since. As am a semi retired would like to work over there how hard is it to get a job. Thank you. Great article, Nikki.
We love in UK and are planning to move next year. I am curious.. I was looking for activities to do with kids in Arusha and came up with Nature reserve stuff only. There are none of the usual British options like soft play centre or leisure centre. Do international schools offer extra activities like sports, music etc? Many Thanks. Hi Nikki I am thinking of moving to Tanzania with my 9 year old son.
My dream is to move to Africa and work with animals and also have my own beauty business there as I have one here in London. I have a higher calling and I am very grateful I found your page as it literally clears a lot of things up for me instantly. However I think I should come for a month to see how we would cope and if you could direct me to some decent hotels to stay in or home rentals.
I would appreciate it. Am thinking of 2 teaching jobs in Dar. I have 2 primary aged children. ITs a difficult decision to make. Thank you so much for the information. I wish to move to Tanzania. Do you know any accredited schools or institutions?
What would I need to make sure I prepare? Very nice description about life in Tanzania! I would agree with what Nikki said about people in Tanzania being friendly— that is the best part. But I can tell you the electricity and sometimes water cutting off unexpectedly without warning is a pain!! The electricity can be off for even up to a day, which means you have to get rid of most of your refrigerated items, if you are in Dar , of course that will impact your air conditioner and it is HOT in Dar … so the best thing to do is to locate a property that has a back up generator so that when the electricity goes off at least you will have a back up plan.
Another pet peeve of mine is internet service. So My advice is that if you are a heavy cellphone user, be sure you purchase enough bundles to last you a long time.
Mosquitoes are a huge problem, especially in Dar.. Other than that it is a beautiful country. Hi Nikki, its great article with informative and guiding facts. A lot of points are really considerable before moving in other country which i found here in your article.
There is discussion under progress, if finalised, will follow the tips you shared. I am a Chartered Accountant by profession from India. Hi Nikki, its great, informative and guiding facts. Notify me of follow-up comments by email.
Notify me of new posts by email. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Home About Who is Nikki? Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. A typical home in urban Tanzania. You Might Also Like. My Top 5 Island Getaways March 21, Reply Valerie May 16, at am Hi Nikki! Reply Nikki Godwin May 16, at am Hi Valerie, thanks so much for stopping by and your kind comments.
Reply Valerie May 16, at pm Already did! Reply Rachelle May 16, at pm Wow. Reply Nikki Godwin May 28, at pm Haha thank you, by good chocolate I mean dairy milk which is super expensive here as it is imported and one that has not melted and frozen several times. Reply Shreya Saha May 17, at am I am living a similar life but in Thailand — the life of an expat teacher.
Reply Nikki Godwin May 29, at am Wow, working and living in Thailand must be a wonderful experience. Thanks, Job. Reply Nikki Godwin May 29, at am Thanks for the tip-off!
Reply Nikki Godwin May 29, at am To be honest, I have mostly experienced a good standard of healthcare here. Reply Abhinav Singh May 18, at pm I agree with you about the climate.
Reply Nikki Godwin May 29, at am Thanks for the kind comments. Reply Bhushavali N May 20, at am I agree. Reply Nikki Godwin May 29, at am Yeah house hunting is always a bit of a chore no matter where you are hey? Reply Clarice May 20, at pm This post is very helpful. Reply Emily May 22, at pm Thanks for this great article! Reply Musti June 16, at am My point is daruselam is, safe electric inter is a problem that side and which side which area best must rant a flat or house.
Reply Zainab January 19, at pm Hi Nikki. Reply Ramya August 31, at pm Great article, Nikki. Reply winson coe November 5, at am Hi. Reply Thomas November 11, at am Hello! Reply Simo January 14, at pm Thank you so much for the information. Reply Hilda March 19, at pm Very nice description about life in Tanzania!
By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use. Transport and driving: Cars drive on the left-hand side of the road. Due to the poor condition of the roads and erratic drivers, expats should drive with caution. A four-wheel drive vehicle will likely be needed if travelling outside of the major centres. Basic public transport is available in most towns in the form of buses, taxis and dala - dala minibus taxis. Expat Arrivals is looking for locals to contribute to this guide, and answer forum questions from others planning their move to Tanzania.
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This service is free of charge and will help you select an international moving company that suits your needs and budget. Get your free no-obligation quotes now! Breadcrumb Home Africa Tanzania. Moving to Tanzania. Expat Health Insurance Quotes. Living in Tanzania as an expat The country is rich in natural resources and most expats in Tanzania are likely to find themselves employed in the mining industry.
Cost of living in Tanzania The cost of living in Tanzania is extremely low when compared to Western countries such as the US, and even more developed African countries such as South Africa are expensive in comparison.
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