Major Faq-tanzania
Money
You might need $10-20 per day for your personal expenses like water or soft drinks, taxi, and shopping. The best way is to carry a Debit card as ATM machines are available in Dar Es Salaam and Arusha (in airport and major hotels) where you can withdrawal local currency. An alternative way is traveler's checks which are secure and can be cashed in local banks, during business hours.
In Tanzania , people of US or European decent are considered rich no matter your true circumstances. This will make you a target for pick pockets and scam artists (fly catchers.) You are required to be smart about your money matters when you are traveling through Tanzania . Please be advised to pay attention to the suggestions.
• Avoid external money pouches, dangling backpacks and camera bags and limit jewelry.
• Don't flash money or your wallet.
• Travel in pairs or groups to the ATM.
• Be aware of the exchange rate and cost of items
• Take requests for 'donations' with a grain of salt
• Store money in a secure, well hidden place or safe
• Carry money in different pockets and places
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